How much is enough for a South American adventure?
Howdy All,
Im wondering if anyone can shed some insight on how much my upcoming USA to TDF trip may cost. Ideally I will be leaving in six weeks (around September 1st 2011) from Denver CO and have 6 months to ride to and tour South America. Ive saved 3k (USD) so far but plan on leaving with a total of 6k in my pocket.
Do any experts think I can keep to a 1K/month budget for 6 months of touring in the Central and Southern Americas?
Here are some personal specs:
-Setting off on a 2008 KLR650 with 6000 miles on it.
- Im no expert bike mechanic but can do/learn to do intermediate level in difficulty repairs myself.
-Im 24 and really just looking for an adventure.
- I am planning on camping every night. Cheap hostels and guest houses when I cannot.
- I enjoy my  but only when I am under budget.
- Dont care much for touristy attractions (rafting, parasailing, etc.).
-Not set on making it to the TDF but would certainly like to.
-Not willing to pay to have a bike shipped home so I will either make it a round trip or sell my bike and use that money for a plane ticket home.
I appreciate any bits of advice. Been set on this trip for over a year... Its finally within sight!
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