South America is a continent full of amazing natural landscapes, from soaring peaks to ethereal salt flats. You can hike through Brazil's rainforest, cruise in Chile's fjords or kayak with sea- turtles in Argentina. There is something for every adventure traveler.
South American vacations are full of adventure, but also include cultural immersion and exploration of other cultures. Explore the Amazon rainforest, visit Lake Titicaca's floating reed islands and Machu Picchu on our award winning Latin America adventure tours.
We recommend spending around two weeks in each country depending on your travel time. This will allow you to see the best of each country without feeling overwhelmed or rushed.
Bolivia is a great starting point to an adventure-packed South America itinerary. Bolivia is home to the Uyuni salt flats. Here you can stargaze or watch the Milky way over vast desert. A bike ride along Death Road is a great option, as it crosses the Bolivian altiplano.
Peru is another fantastic choice for a 3-week South America adventure. It's a beautiful nation with a rich cultural heritage, including vibrant colonial towns and the ruins from a pre-Incan civilisation. Start in the UNESCO world heritage city of Cusco, from where you can go trekking to the imposing Inca Empire site of Machu Picchu.
If you're looking for a little more adventure, take a trip to Peru's spectacular Lake Titicaca, where the Uro people build their reed islands and live on top of them. Taquile Island is also a great place to see the lake and buy hand-knit Peruvian textiles.
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The Atacama desert is a great place to begin your trip in South America. It has unique landscapes and looks just like a movie set. Located just outside of San Pedro de Atacama, the desert is full of fascinating wildlife and you can take day trips that include geysers that shoot water into the air.
You could also swap Peru with Bolivia and go to La Paz for the Salar de Uyuni. This is where you can enjoy a tour to Isla Incahuasi. It's a cactus islands that rise out of the saltflats. This impressive site is sure to be the highlight of your South America tour.
If you've got more than 2 months, you can extend your journey to Ecuador and spend time in Quito. The capital is beautiful. You can find hummingbirds among the cloud forest, or you can swim in waterfalls. After that, head to Nazca and see the ruins of ancient Mayan civilisations. You can also make a day trip from Quito to Mindo. It is only a few hour's drive away.