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Destinations, preparation and overlander life for those who travel overland.
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Preparation & Planning
Uruguay Tolls by Car: How to Pay as a Foreign Driver
Uruguay's tolls are almost all electronic and Brazilian tags don't work. How to register before you go and cross the border without waiting in line.
May 1, 2026
Destinations & Routes
Rota Biker: Brazil's Motorcycle Monument Trail
Rota Biker is a Brazilian motorcycle tourism movement started in 2023, with 40+ monuments across Brazil and Paraguay. Each one becomes a rider's stop, and GT has them all mapped.
April 29, 2026
Overlander Life
Wild Camping on the Road: How to Choose a Campsite
How to read the terrain, stay safe and sleep well camping from your car, van or motorcycle: paid, wild or with permission.
April 29, 2026
Preparation & Planning
Documents to Cross South America Borders by Car: Checklist
ID, vehicle registration, Green Card insurance and more: the full checklist of documents to cross any Mercosur border by car without getting stuck.
April 29, 2026
Destinations & Routes
Overlanding in Brazil: 5 Best Destinations for Beginners
Five beginner-friendly overlanding destinations in Brazil: Serra Gaucha, Jalapao, Bonito, Serra da Canastra and Lencois Maranhenses. What to expect and how to pick your first.
April 29, 2026