I`m traveling around south America and having a tent and a decent sleeping bag is great. There is amazing camping out here, it`s been part of the adventure for me. Waking up in unreal landscapes is better than a sweaty dorm in a backpackers.
Even if I had an unlimited budget, I would still take my tent! It also gives me peace of mind, should I break down at 5,000m, I won`t freeze to death. I aimed to camp 3-4 days and then take a night at a cheap budget hotel, to recover, so to speak.
Given I absolutely hate dormitories and can`t sleep in them anyway, the weight and bulk of the tent is worth it. As Mollydog says, get out there and experience it - if it`s not for you give away or post the stuff back home!
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