Roaming High and Low in South America
If you’ve ever wondered about going to South America without visiting Patagonia, then please join Gordon Carbonetti who will talk about his 2025 trip to South America during the Hiking Club club’s meeting on Monday, February 23 at 7 p.m. at VINEYARD Center. Along with wife Loretta and daughter Courtney, their 19-day adventure involved stops in Peru, Bolivia and Chile, with many spots above 10,000 feet elevation.
Many sites visited were archaeologically and historically significant, and of cultural interest.  Highlighting Peru were visits to Lima, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu all with much Inca history. Travel to Bolivia focused on the capital of La Paz (world’s highest capital city) and the Tiwanaku/Puma Punku World Heritage Site. Lastly, stops in Chile were the capital Santiago, Vina del Mar and Rapa Nui (Easter Island), which is famous for its massive stone statues called Moai. Easter Island, in the Pacific 5 hours by air from Santiago, is also one of the most remote and isolated places on earth. Happily, Easter Island returned us to sea level.
Gordon also plans to talk about how they traveled to and around South America, including some information on the tours and accommodations, as well as showing many photos.
The program will follow a short club business meeting and a break for socializing with snacks and beverages. Â The meeting is free, and open to all Villagers.
