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The Caribbean & South America Tours

They’re some of the most biodiverse countries on the planet — and some of the most culturally fascinating. With its agility and intimate size, our 5-star Ocean Explorer is the best way to explore these regions.

Get a new look at Brazil, South America’s most populous country, on a journey that explores its entire coastline. Sail up the Amazon and make connections with locals who will teach you how to fish for piranha. Sail from Nassau to Manaus and see another side of the Caribbean with hands-on cultural and historical activities. And venture to Antarctica for the ultimate bucket list experience.

Cross the equator with Vantage and get ready for a wealth of spontaneous and enriching experiences to make a lasting imprint on your psyche — and your camera, too.

Passage to the Amazon: Manaus to Nassau - 2022

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Heart of Brazil & the Amazon - 2022

  • $305 PER DAY

South America: Coasts & Cultures - 2022

Final frontiers: antarctica, south georgia & the falkland islands expedition - 2022.

  • $687 PER DAY

Antarctic Grandeur: An Expedition from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 2022

Wines and cultures of south america: chile, argentina, uruguay & brazil - 2022.

  • $493 PER DAY

Across Patagonia: Chile's Lakes, Mountains & Wildlife - 2022

  • $453 PER DAY

Deep into the Amazon: Brazil, Colombia & Peru - 2022

  • $446 PER DAY

In Polar Pursuit: Brazil to Antarctica - 2021

  • $717 PER DAY

Grand Expedition North to South: The Americas, the Amazon & Antarctica - 2021

  • $593 PER DAY

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Vantage Offering 48 Unique Cruise Itineraries for 2023-24

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Ocean Explorer

With a second expedition ship now in service, Vantage Deluxe World Travel is expanding its deployment footprint with 48 unique itineraries across both ships in 2023 and 2024.

In addition to more sailings in Antarctica and the Arctic, Vantage is adding new cruises in South America, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean.

After debuting in late 2022, the Ocean Odyssey is spending the year sailing in Asia, the British Islands, the Mediterranean and Scandinavia. Unlike its sister ship, the Ocean Explorer, the new expedition vessel won’t explore any polar regions in 2023. As part of its inaugural season in Europe, the Ocean Odyssey is offering two 10-night cruises to the Adriatic on October 3 and October 13.

Sailing to Greece, Slovenia, Montenegro and Croatia, the itineraries include visits to Piraeus, Itea, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Sibenik, Pula, Rovinj and Koper.

The cruises are also highlighted by transits of the Corinth Canal in Greece. During the 2023-24 winter season, the Odyssey is also offering itineraries in Southeast Asia. On January 15, an 11-night voyage explores the Indonesian archipelago, with visits to the Belitung Islands,

Semarang, Madura, Benoa, Jimbaran Bay and more. In 2024, the 140-guest vessel is adding new destinations to its schedule, such as Morocco and the Canary Islands, and is also offering its first expedition cruises in Iceland. 

The Ocean Explorer, meanwhile, is offering more expedition sailings in 2023 and 2024, with new itineraries in Antarctica and the Arctic. In Antarctica, the ship sails shorter cruises from Ushuaia, known as the Antarctic Express Expedition.

Sailing roundtrip from Argentina, the seven-night voyage spends two full days in Antarctica and has fewer days at sea. New expeditions sailings in Central and South America have also been recently announced, with journeys visiting Argentina, Peru, Panama, Costa Rica, Chile and more.

One of the highlights of the tropical expedition program is the Amazon River. Four sailings are set to explore the river and the rainforest in 2023 and 2024. Sailing onboard the Ocean Explorer, the eight-night expeditions in the region offer opportunities for encounters with wildlife species, black-water rivers, floating villages and Indigenous communities.

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Book a South American tour and join in the magic of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, or trek the Andes and marvel at the beauty of the natural sceneries that will reveal themselves to you. Discover incredible tour packages and witness first hand the beauties of South America. Find here all the South America backpacking tours , the best South America travel specialists , the best backpacking groups  and the best South America honeymoon packages .

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The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure Tour

The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure

This is the best G adventures tour I have done in terms of itinerary and people I was traveling with. I had a fantastic time with a great group of people. The only feedback I will give G is I feel the CEO guides are pressured to get 9s or 10s in their reviews and hence transmit that to us which made me not leave a review on the G website as I felt I could not be completely honest without harming the tour guides' rating. This culture should change if you want constructive feedback. I loved all 4 of my CEOs on my tour but 2 of them were outstanding (10/10s) and I felt as a result of above, I could not give them the credit they were due without causing harm to the other 2 who were also good but more 7/10s.

Lima to Rio: Coast to Coast Tour

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Lima to Rio: Coast to Coast

Amazing tour, I will keep great memories from it

PERU EXPRESS - 10 days (Lima- Cusco & Puno) with Domestic Flights Tour

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PERU EXPRESS - 10 days (Lima- Cusco & Puno) with Domestic Flights

The 10 day tour was exhausting but fun! Leoned kept in constant daily touch with updates and information on Whatsapp, which was very helpful. The 10 days express tour packs in a lot of early morning (4am) travel to high altitudes including the hikes to Humantay Lake and Rainbow Mountain. I had a lot of altitude sickness but thankfully the guides on each tour were super helpful in making it easier for me and letting me take my own time. They also helped facilitate alternates to the hike such as taking a horse or bike when I was too sick to do the 1-1.5 hr hikes. The transportation was mostly comfortable, but some of it was a bit too cramped, especially for those 8-10hr round trips. I am average height but had to occasionally sit sideways for hours as the seats didn't have enough space. This wasn't always possible as sometimes all the seats were filled up in the tourist van. We also did have incidents where the taxi was late for a pick up or drop and I had to follow up with Leoned as we would have missed our bus or were waiting for our pick up for over 30mins. However, when you travel, such things are to be expected occasionally and so I still think it was worth it. Overall it was a great trip inspite of some inconveniences, I am glad I went with Waman adventures on this one!

From Buenos Aires to La Paz via Uyuni (15 Nights) Tour

From Buenos Aires to La Paz via Uyuni (15 Nights)

The overall experience with our tour, through Hi Travel Argentina was excellent. Every activity was well planned,all the guides very professional, specially Leonel, on the overland part of the tour. The Hostels very clean, with helpful and friendly staff, plus all of them very well located. It was nice to know that Stephanie was just a Whatsapp message away if we needed something. She was very helpful when I needed her.We really enjoyed our tour. Thank you TourRadar, and Thank you Hi Travel Argentina, thank you Stephanie, Leonel, and everyone who contributed to the wonderful time we had.

Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer Tour

Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer

Good variety of experiences and excellent guides.

Best of Galapagos Tour

Best of Galapagos

Just the best tour I ever undertook

South America: Glaciers, Water Falls & World Wonders Tour

South America: Glaciers, Water Falls & World Wonders

The tour was brilliant and had great highlights to offer in every country. We particularly liked the variety of nature and big cities! In addition, everything was so perfectly organized that you really didn't have to worry about anything. This is what a vacation should be like.

Premium Peru, Chile & Argentina (14 destinations) Tour

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Brazil and Argentina with Iguazu Falls 4 Star Tour

Brazil and Argentina with Iguazu Falls 4 Star

Wow what a four. While relatively short, this was a great trip to see the highlights of Argentina and Brazil. There was a perfect amount of time at each location to take in the sights and we did it feel rushed at all. We did a bit of an add on and went to a tango show as well As both sides of Iguazú Falls and a jeep tour in Rio. All Were well worth it and I'm glad we added these on. The transfers and tour guides etc were first rate and everything was well organized. The tour team kept in daily communication amd confounded all our pick up times daily and when we had some minor provider issues they were very quick to rectify and make right. Everything for transfers , flights and a conflation was great. . Cannot talk more highly of this tour and the providers - Wandeful Holidays provide such a personalized service and you do not feel like another number . It was so assuring to know they were only a call or message away if we needed assistance and that gave us great peace of mind. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see the sights of Brazil and Argentina.

7 Day Cusco Travel Package: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, and Rainbow Mountain. Tour

7 Day Cusco Travel Package: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, and Rainbow Mountain.

This is an amazing itinerary and tour plan that includes key highlights such as Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake. Kantu Peru is a smaller local tour company which I felt really focuses on personal connection and relationship building and is an excellent choice for people with limited time and budget. ???? All pickup, drop off were on exact time, never late ???? All interactions were very professional, cars/buses we are clean, well maintained, drivers were skilled, felt safe ???? Lots of communication and check in via WhatsApp, any questions asked where answered promptly ???? All tickets, passes etc. were bought in advance, very well organized and packaged, with details shared on a timely manner ???? All hotels were nice (though basic), clean and sufficient Few things to keep in mind: ???? I found it well suited for more DIY travelers. All daily tours, excursions are planned separately with different tour guides, groups and people. ???? A lot of the travels you are doing on your own and being picked up from point A to B. ???? Outside of the organized tour, there isn't much happening, so you'll have a lot of time to do things on your own. ???? Most tours, guides were comprehensive, but some could be hit & miss depending on who you get, and since it's a short term meet & greet, some might not seem too dedicated. ???? You do get to meet a lot of like-minded people to hang out or even travel portion of the trip together, all your hotels, tour times might be different because everything is booked individually/separately. ???? We tried to take some tours together and were not able to, even though we all booked through the same company, going to the same places. This is at no fault of Kantu Peru, this is just how this tour is by design. Overall I found it fairly good value for time and money, for people who are trying to cover the important highlights in a short amount of time. And seeing how many people were lining up to buy tickets at train stations, excursions, or other entrances, you will really appreciate Kantu Peru's dedication to punctuality, preparedness and super organized approach.

INCA ADVENTURES - 7 Days  (Lima and Cusco) with Domestic Flights Tour

INCA ADVENTURES - 7 Days (Lima and Cusco) with Domestic Flights

An amazing experience that I would undoubtedly recommend to anyone interested in experiencing the beauty of Peru. Waman Adventures were very organized and they were incredible with communication and answering questions. We loved all our guides but Ronald was exceptional. He was knowledgeable, passionate about his country's culture and history, a great storyteller, caring, friendly, and our experience in Peru would have never been as amazing without him. If you love adventure and want to create some unforgettable memories, do not hesitate to book this tour.

Journey Across South America - 19 Days Tour

Journey Across South America - 19 Days

The tour was well organized and covered an extraordinary amount of ground.

Ultimate South America Tour

Ultimate South America

Really enjoyed getting a taste of Brazil, Argentina and particularly Peru, seeing many famous sites for myself. Our group generally got on very well, our tour director was well organised, the local guides mostly excellent, enthusiastic and interesting, the accommodation was clean and comfortable, food really good. Unfortunately most of we 24 on the tour caught a cold around the time we arrived at high altitude which meant coping with altitude sickness was extra hard for some of us. But overall the trip was a great success.

19-Days Epic South American Adventure; 4 Countries in 1 trip Tour

19-Days Epic South American Adventure; 4 Countries in 1 trip

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Cultural and Nature Experience in the Andes Tour

Cultural and Nature Experience in the Andes

The tour was well organized by Eurolatino (located in Germany) and its local travel operators. We had asked to add 2 days in Puerto Maldonado in the Peruvian Amazon region and skip the last day in Santiago de Chile, which was smoothly accomodated by Eurolatino. Although we never received any vouchers for hotels, tours or transfers, all local guides and drivers were always on time at the designated locations (except for a taxi that our local guide had ordered for the transfer from the pier to Copacabana after our return from Sun Island) and were fully briefed about our itinerary and the booked services. The local guides were very knowledgeable and accomodating to our needs. When our inbound flight from New York was delayed and we therefore arrived in Lima in the afternoon instead of the morning, our local guide managed to still show us the highlights of Lima in one hour instead of the half-day tour originally scheduled. Our local guide in Puno was aware that the Peruvian Migration Office in Yunguyo at the Bolivian border was still closed on the day of our visit (in late April 2023) after the protests in January and February of 2023 and had arranged for us to receive our exit stamp at the Migration Office in Puno harbor before transferring to the border. The only inconvenience was that we received the information about the pick-up time for our morning tour in San Pedro de Atacama at 3am on that morning. We had only tentatively booked the tours in San Pedro, as Javier Cordero of Eurolatino had suggested, and confirmed them 3 days before our arrival in San Pedro. Apparently that caused the schedule to be finalized in the last minute only. For anybody interested in a variety of landscapes and unique features I recommend booking the tours in San Pedro from the beginning. We liked all components of our trip. The big cities Lima, La Paz, Santiago de Chile, in some respects similar but in many respects different and distinct. The djungle tours in Puerto Maldonado. The Inca and colonial history in Cuzco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. The overland tour to the Altiplano from Cuzco to La Paz. The Salt Flats at Uyuni and the lagoons and mountain deserts all the way to San Pedro de Atacama. With hindsight, the only change I would make is rather than carrying our overnight necessities (you can leave the rest of the baggage in the car) up the hill on Sun Island (a higher ascend than on Machu Picchu) for a (certainly very nice) sunset, I would opt to visit the Floating Islands near Puno and then transfer directly to La Paz. The only reason for not giving a 5 star rating is that after we had paid the full price for the trip Javier Cordero tried to sell us an upgrade for the visit to Puerto Maldonado, indicating that the originally booked accomodation was not available. Only after I reminded him that the German law on packaged travel services requires the seller of the travel package to provide the services as described in the itinerary or substantially similar services, he confirmed that the itinerary would be provided for the price paid. Except for this irritation he provided an excellent service.

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This is the best G adventures tour I have done in terms of itinerary and people I was traveling with. I had a fantastic time with a great group of people. The only feedback I will give G is I feel the CEO guides are pressured to get 9s or 10s in their reviews and hence transmit that to us which made me not leave a review on the G website as I felt I could not be completely honest without harming the tour guides' rating. This culture should change if you want constructive feedback. I loved all 4 of my CEOs on my tour but 2 of them were outstanding (10/10s) and I felt as a result of above, I could not give them the credit they were due without causing harm to the other 2 who were also good but more 7/10s.
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Additional Information will be made available once the process is completed and no later than 1 September, 2023.

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South America Expedition Cruises

Set off on a South American expedition cruise that’s both robust in culture and natural wonder. Let Vantage help stimulate your every sense when you set off on a journey through one of the most biodiverse places on earth — the Amazon rainforest. Fish for piranha off the side of a Zodiac craft, hike through lush forests to discover beautiful bird species, monkeys, sloths, and more. Soak up the rich culture of the indigenous Amazonian communities and learn about their history as it relates to the region and their intricate relationship with nature.

You’ll sail in luxury aboard Vantage’s 5-star Ocean Explorer and Ocean Odyssey expedition ships, which boast:

  • 10 solo cabins with FREE Single Supplements
  • 77 total cabins per ship
  • 134-person capacity per ship
  • Exclusive, personalized service

A Vantage expedition cruise brings you up close to nature in a way few travelers ever experience while still letting you savor the elegant atmosphere and world-class amenities of the 5-star Ocean Explorer . You’ll be joined onboard by an 8-17-member Expedition Team — consisting of geologists, anthropologists, equipment masters, and more — who will expertly guide you in your exploration of unique destinations. With daily nature walks, Zodiac landings, guided excursions, and informative onboard lectures, this is a truly immersive, one-of-a-kind experience for the adventurous traveler.

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About Vantage Deluxe World Travel

Vantage Deluxe World Travel provides European river cruises and travel adventures in more than 80 countries across all seven continents. The company offers solo and group trips that take travelers to a variety of worldwide destinations. It also handles meals, itineraries and airline and hotel bookings.

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  • Operates all over the world
  • Solo and group adventures available
  • Website offers ways to save money
  • Can be expensive
  • Reports of long waits for refunds

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After a disastrous river cruise with Viking just 6 months ago, we were a little nervous about what we could expect on our long-planned Douro River cruise with Vantage in April. Th...

We loved this river cruise. Our tour director, George, was fantastic... always around, very helpful, funny, and very knowledgeable! Food was great, tour guides at each port were e...

What is Vantage Deluxe?

Vantage Deluxe is a group tour operator. The company, which has been in business since 1983, offers both cruise and land tours worldwide, as well as an around-the-world cruise option. Its adventures include safaris and historical, culinary and art tours, and it takes travelers to some uncommon destinations like Antarctica. You can also book a solo journey or join a group tour and request a roommate match.

How does Vantage Deluxe work?

Vantage Deluxe handles nearly every aspect of its trips for you. Most tours include:

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Centrally located hotels with private facilities
  • Baggage handling
  • Comprehensive tours with experienced tour directors
  • Most meals, including daily breakfast
  • Cultural connections, including lectures, visits with locals and other interactive activities

The Vantage Deluxe website provides a day-by-day breakdown of each trip it offers, including meals and likely hotels. Once you book your tour, you can access all pertinent information (like whether or not you need a visa or vaccinations) on the Vantage Deluxe website.

Vantage Deluxe costs

Vantage Deluxe’s prices depend on your destination and the length of your trip. Typically, its vacation prices are:

  • Under 20 days: $3,500 to $13,000
  • 20 to 40 days: $7,200 to $23,600
  • 40 to 90 days: $20,000 to $47,000
  • 90 to 112 days: $48,000 to $63,200

Vantage Travel also provides several money-saving opportunities, including last-minute deals, airfare sales and rewards programs.

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Yes, Vantage Deluxe charges for cancellations, though you can buy travel protection that offers reimbursement or company vouchers. Otherwise, cancellation fees depend on when you cancel:

  • 121+ days prior to departure: $300 per person
  • 120 to 91 days prior to departure: 40% of selling price per person
  • 90 to 61 days prior to departure: 65% of selling price per person
  • 60 to 0 days prior to departure (including no-shows): 100% of selling price per person

Vantage Deluxe travels worldwide, including within the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa, Antarctica and more. It also offers a single trip that takes you around the world.

Yes, but you can customize flight reservations, including for discounted upgrades.

Yes, Vantage Deluxe offers several solo journeys; you can also join a group and request free roommate matching.

Is Vantage Deluxe worth it?

Vantage Deluxe’s adventures vary greatly in cost, and they’re not affordable for everyone. If you can afford it and want a guided educational or adventurous travel experience, this company might be the right fit. Like other travel companies, Vantage Deluxe is taking extra precautions, including booking journeys as far ahead as 2023, to encourage safety for participants during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Updated on 06/29/2023: Is Vantage Deluxe Travel business close now? I have a trip booked since 2019. My trip in June 2023 was canceled again. This time I am asking my refund. I tried to call them and get message saying that the office is close.

Original Review: Hello to All the Vantage Deluxe World travelers, I am in the same boat as everyone is complaining. Vantage Deluxe World Travel deceptive business practices have caused us a nightmare. Why isn’t there any class action lawsuit on this company? I have a trip booked since 2019; I still haven’t yet been able to go on my trip. Vantage has canceled my trip again for the fourth times. Last year, my Passage to Eastern Europe trip was canceled while I was checking-in at the airport. I have the boarding pass the night before the trip should not be any problem. But, to know the airline reject you to board the plane is a nightmare. I take the time go to airport and return home with anger. So, this trip was postponed to June 26, 2023 and again, Vantage cancels this trip due to operational reasons with no detail information. We should put Vantage Deluxe out of business.

Reviewed June 3, 2023

I purchase "Luxury On The Nile: Ancient Egyptian Wonders: on January 26th, 2023 from VANTAGE DELUXE WORLD TRAVEL (big mistake) Trip was to depart May 8th and return May 28th, 2023. Price included travel insurance with Allianz Global Assurance and airfare. I paid with a direct deposit (stupid). All seemed normal even received call asking for passport info sometime in March. Was told at that time I would receive travel packet with details and connections 15 days before departure. Never came so I went on line to discover the hack to their system (couldn't happen to a nicer organization).

Could not contact them until they sent alternative email where I asked what was going on with my trip to Cairo which was to leave now, in about 10 days. Received blast email presumably to all their "good customers". It stated news of the hack but all is good (paraphrasing) except for 6 trips 4 of which were river trips in the Netherlands(?) with an equipment problem and 2 to Cairo of which one was mine. No real explanation as to why it was canceled. All were canceled but they would be getting in touch with me in a day or two...Still waiting! 1 and 1/2 months!!!

The other shoe then landed, I received a notice from Allianz Global Assurance on the 23rd of May that my insurance was canceled. The notice showed a purchase date of Jan 26th 2023...cancelation date Jan 30th 2023. Better than 100 days late and after trip was to depart. Called Allianz was told they only insure the trip once it is started and Vantage insured any cancelations before departure. I asked Allianz for return of premium paid to them they said they returned premium to...you guessed it..Vantage Travel....same for airline, ticket refund went to Vantage....So the company canceling the trip was also the company issuing the trip insurance...Nice racket! When you call as I have, at least 15 times, I get this perky little voice that says they are sooo busy taking care of their good customers but they will return my call with in 24 hours (still waitingx10)!!!!

I did get through once. the same little perky voice asked how she could help, after giving my booking number and customer number she again asked how she could help. I asked her if she had looked up the booking number and knows where it was to go? In a little less of a perky voice, she said "Cairo" to which I replied "Then you know why I called". She then informed me in a negative perky little voice that I have a bad attitude and she might hang up on me. To that I replied "Given how classy this company is, I would expect nothing less" and then.... CLICK!!!! She hung up on me! I never raised my voice, never cursed, and said nothing personal....She did make my point however!!!

I think They have blocked my number because I can not get through except that perky little voice telling me after about a 8 minute wait they would call me back within 24 hours! Don't know how They even get a 3 star rating, from what I've seen, most would give VANTAGE DELUXE WORLD TRAVEL a zero rating. There are no words in the English language that can adequately describe this organization. They are despicable low lifes. There are no curse words vile enough!

I probably lost my money but it is on me. I let a trip of life time cloud my judgement and good sense. I should have never trusted them and as a person of reasonable honesty I actually gave it little thought. Sadly, I have lost a little innocence and this will stay with me a long time. Bottom line I was a fool.... but I have learned and I can live with myself. Not sure how anyone at Vantage can say that....Just thought...They should change their name to ADVANTAGE TRAVEL as that is what they will do...take Advantage of you....DON'T LET THEM!!!!

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Reviewed May 25, 2023

My wife and I have taken 6 previous tours/cruises with Vantage, two river cruises, one chartered yacht cruise and three land tours by bus. All were fine. But since the COVID pandemic, Vantage has turned into a dysfunctional money pit where your money goes in and no travel comes out, where you think you are covered by insurance, only to find out that the actual travel insurance only covers the trip once it's started...anything that happens before that remains the responsibility of Vantage, so if you have to cancel your trip, Vantage decides where or not to refund your money. And it seems their response is to stall and ignore you, seemingly forever.

Recently Vantage has been cancelling trips with almost no notice whatsoever. We have friends who were in the airport ready to leave for a Vantage cruise, only to receive a phone call that the cruise had been cancelled. You can read about it in the Palm Beach, FL newspaper. Other Vantage unfortunates have started a Facebook page (search for "Vantage Complaints") to record their trip cancellations and postponements and the ridiculous and demeaning behavior of Vantage's so-called "customer service," if you can reach them at all by phone or email.

Vantage has had our money since October 2019 and has done nothing but postpone our trip further and further into the future. We opted to choose a different cruise when Vantage postponed our trip to a date where we had another cruise already booked with a different operator. Now the ship which was supposed to carry us on that delayed trip is sailing with its sister ship to Caen, France, where we believe the owners (not Vantage) will impound the ships, possibly because Vantage is not making its payments on time for use of those vessels. It is quite likely that no one with a future tour or cruise with Vantage will ever get to travel, as every day sees more cancellations without good reasons.

Reviewed May 18, 2023

I purchased through Vantage, Celtic Voyage: Reykjavik to Dublin on 11/8/2022. Pre-trip Reykjavik and post-trip Dublin. I was supposed to leave for the airport on 5/16/2023 for a 9:00PM flight. I called Vantage 2xs on 5/15 because they were showing my post-trip was in Portugal and also to confirm this trip was a ”GO”. My bags were packed and ready to go for my trip. On 5/15 at 6:34PM, I received a voice mail from Vantage indicating my trip was canceled. I returned the call to Vantage with no answer. I subsequently call British Airways and was informed there was an itinerary change so I would not be allowed on this flight and I would have to call the travel agent, Vantage, to receive a refund for this flight.

I sent Vantage an email asking why this trip was canceled and I wanted a full refund for this canceled trip. On 5/16 at 4:38, I received a return phone call from Vantage indicating there was a vendor issue and I would be receiving a full refund for this trip. I also requested a follow up email to our phone conversation. I am now in the process of trying to get a refund and have just become aware of all the nightmare stories that are all similar to mine. Please, please DO NOT book a trip with Vantage Deluxe World Travel. It will only cause you nightmares, heartache and hassles. I would have given them 0 stars if possible.

Reviewed May 16, 2023

Purchased a $10,000+ trip from Vantage, including air, months ago. Called Vantage last week to confirm reservation which they did. Received Travel documents, including flight, from Vantage. Tried to obtain boarding pass from Delta, was told the trip had not been paid for. Tried to call Vantage and no one answers. Tried after hours emergency line which said they would return call in 3 hours and have not heard a thing for 11 hours. Delta said don't come airport. Vantage didn't even have the courtesy to cancel the flight. Vantage just sends out all these alerts trying to upsell seemingly nonexistent trip and their website is full of hype trying to sell new trips to victims like me.

Reviewed May 12, 2023

When I researched using them, I didn't think to check reviews. But initially I read cost as $90/month. After speaking with somebody at company, they stated since I'm processing weekly it would be $28/week. I added on work comp through a Paychex affiliate. And then Paychex bumped up my invoice to $31 weekly. Even though the payments are to another company, since Paychex processes it, there is additional weekly charge. I was then contacted by sales rep to add 401k. And that would be another $50/month, and of course an additional weekly charge.

Mind you, this is all automated processing with a push of button software. That they're charging monthly/weekly fees for. You still have to go in to a hard to navigate app and process everything yourself. And then of course look at all the reports and double check them. Because they do the percents wrong with paying the taxes. The first quarter, Paychex didn't even pay anything to state. Then when I received letter from secretary's office, after inquiring about my quarterly filing. Paychex finally started doing the state payments. I was supposed to be paying 2.7% to the state, but Paychex was only taking out 1.8%.

So now I owe the state, plus penalty. Every week I had to make a call to Paychex for some kind of mistake. And it would take multiple calls through a few weeks time to correct their mistakes. I was owed $181 credit from Paychex. But they kept processing invoice payments out my account for 5 weeks until finally I went to another payroll company. I would have to call Paychex after every payroll process letting them know, hey you charged me again this week, when I'm supposed to have a credit. They stated they see a credit is due, but hasn't been approved yet. It takes more than a month for approval to correct your mistake?

Every time you call, you get someone with bad attitude. Because they're so inundated with others who've they made mistakes with. Nobody ever accepts any responsibility. And they always say same thing: "I don't know why they did that." Like they're talking about another company. It's Your company and Your problem. So how are you going to fix? I called to cancel services. They hung up and didn't even put my cancel request through. I called again and they have no answer to the over $150 I am owed. Stating they don't know if I'll get refunded, since I'm no longer using Paychex. They can't credit any invoices. How about just putting the money back in the account you so easily withdrew from?

They also have not returned the tax money they took out of check payments since start of new quarter. And they haven't sent that money to the Feds. I don't know how this company is in existence without any fraud charges. They borderline do business that should have people jailed. I have to call Attorney General's office Monday to get my money back. And next I'm filing report with Better Business Bureau. And seeing if there's some kind of arbitration court.

Reviewed May 1, 2023

I enjoyed two river cruises with Vantage. I had booked a third trip in April of 2022, but due to after effects of Covid had to cancel. Allianz approved my medical documentation and advised me that Vantage would be responsible for my refund ($5000 plus). Countless calls, e-mails, report to BBB, and more have gone nowhere. I suggest not booking Vantage. The Boston Globe newspaper recently reported that the owner of Vantage, Henry Lewis, Is suing his investment advisor/colleague/friend for 14 or 15M. Obviously Vantage is in trouble. I need my refund, and hope it becomes reality, but I’m very worried.

Reviewed April 26, 2023

We were scheduled for a trip with Antarctica in Jan 2023 with extension to Easter Island. In November, Vantage cancelled the extension but we said we would go without that. In early Jan 2023, my husband had a stroke which obviously prevented us from going. I immediately filed with Allianz (Vantage insurance company) who cleared our claim in 3 days. We were told Vantage had to cut the check (Why is that?). So our $40,000 is still sitting with Vantage and no hope in sight.

Every time I contact Vantage, it is "We are so busy with so many claims and working as hard as we can". Last person told me there were hundreds and hundreds of claims ahead of ours. This is TOTALLY irresponsible. They still send me glossy brochures every day along with emails for vacations which really set me off. Spend some of the advertising money on processing refunds!!! We had been very pleased with past 6-7 trips but in the past few years, the company has really gone down the tubes. I will never travel with them nor recommend them to anyone.

Reviewed April 8, 2023

Traveling with Vantage would be a terrible decision. Their travel practices are deceptive and their customer service is non existent. A trip initially booked in October, 2021 was rescheduled twice in 2022 on very short notice. The second time they canceled the trip they sent a deceptive communications saying that the trip's departure was delayed but not saying that they had instead rebooked us on a different cruise to a totally different area of the world. Only after requesting a full refund were we offered a reservation departing on the April 14, 2023 cruise with our desired itinerary. Then on March 29, 2023, Vantage canceled our reservation saying due to an inventory problem there was no cabin available for us.

Although their Tour Participation Agreement states that if they cancel a cruise a full refund of all funds paid to them would be promptly made, they have never offered a full refund but always tried to retain the funds and substitute another cruise. Contacting Vantage is time consuming and rarely productive. Wait times for their customer service numbers can be literally hours. Customers are expected to frequent their customer website to stay up to date on the status of their trips rather than receive proactive communications of changes from Vantage. Their customer website has frequent technical glitches, Chat has limited functions and after waiting to Chat you are directed to call Customer 888 number and wait endlessly. All communications with Vantage staff start from the premise that they are in the right and you are the problem.

Reviewed March 28, 2023

Last June 2022 we purchased a cruise from Vantage Travel a Boston based cruise company. This was our first experience with this company and it will be our last. I just wanted to give you a heads up as to their unscrupulous practices. In short, they engage in "Bait and Switch" sales tactics. Last June we purchased a cruise from Buenos Aires to Manaus, Brazil on the Ocean Explorer with a post cruise extension of 4 days deep into the Amazon Rainforest. All looked good until December when out of nowhere, they changed the itinerary from Manaus to Belem, Brazil. That meant no Amazon Rainforest. They claimed the change was due to a "Dock collapse" in Manaus. When I checked into cancelling the trip I found we were out of luck getting our money back. We decided to go ahead with the trip.

We just returned from a very unsatisfactory cruise. The ship we were on, "The Ocean Explorer", is a small expedition ship with only 160 passengers, capacity, we were able to get to know a number of fellow passengers. There were 120 really pissed off folks. They were all told a number of stories why we were unable to end the cruise in Manaus. The stories ranged from: terrorist risks, bad covid outbreak, abductions, collapsed dock. All obviously lies! Many of the folks were previous Vantage customers who had good experiences with Vantage and could not understand what happened to the company. It appears they are engaged in a "Ponzi scheme", take orders and cash for next year's cruises to pay for this years expenses. If you challenge them for a refund on unfulfilled extensions they quote the terms of the contract, which says, "they are not responsible for any loss due to itinerary changes". This company is preying on seniors.

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33 Best Places to Visit in South America for an Epic Adventure

When people think of the best places to visit in South America, they think of a destination in rawness, vast wilderness, and spectacular scenery.

The amount of outdoor adventure available on this continent could keep a traveler busy for months on end and still leave you begging for more in the cultural and historical adventure.

It’s a continent we’re ready to explore more of during our travels and every time we start looking at photos, realize we may end up spending months there once we set foot on land.

Of course, not everyone travels that way, but adding a little adventure to your travels will encourage you to be more active and get out to explore more of this fantastic world that we live in.

To define what is the very best is a matter of perspective and passion, so we’ve asked our fellow travel bloggers to share their favorite South America adventure experiences with us.

While this article could go on for days with all the unique and cool experiences to be had on the continent, these are the places and adventures you absolutely shouldn’t miss.

Don’t leave home without: Lonely Planet South America (Travel Guide)

Best Places to Visit in South America

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1. Ice Trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier (Argentina)

South America Adventure Perrito Moreno Glacier Argentina

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the largest and most accessible glaciers in Patagonia. Recognized as one of the only growing glaciers in the world, Perito Moreno is an extensive ice sheet that stretches more than 30km and rises 80 meters above Lago Argentino. 

My boyfriend and I visited the glacier in January when the weather was pleasant and mild. Due to its location in southern Argentina, Perito Moreno is best visited during South American summers, from November to March. Even during the summer months, however, the weather can be volatile and unpredictable. 

In order to best explore the glacier, we joined a three-hour glacier trekking tour and set out to discover the cracks and crevices of the massive ice sheet.

Initially, debris and rocks made the edges of the glacier dirty and brown. But the farther we trekked into the center of the ice field, the cleaner the glacier became and the bluest blues imaginable started to sparkle all around us.

At some points, the glacier’s spires rose sharply skyward. In other places, the ice stretched out smoothly, interrupted by cobalt pools and streams of meltwater. 

While viewing the Perito Moreno Glacier from the park’s network of boardwalks is incredible, there is no better way of experiencing the sheer size of the glacier, than by trekking across its rough and slippery surface with crampons and a harness. The expedition is incredible and the views, unforgettable.

Contributed by Erika, Erika Travels

2. Kayaking in Mocona (Argentina)

South America Adventure Mocona Argentina

Misiones province in Northeast Argentina is not only home to the Iguazú falls, but also to the lush Yabotí biosphere, a 250,000 hectares protected reserve created by UNESCO in 1995. 

It is made of untouched pristine rainforests – in short, this is the Argentinian jungle. Moconá is also where you can see one of the most fascinating and unique natural phenomenons: the Saltos de Moconá, or The Mocona Falls .

The Don Moconá Virgin Lodge offers a wide variety of adventure options such as jungle treks, kayaking, tubing, rappelling, and ziplining.

Our favorite experience was kayaking on the Yaboti river all the way to the larger Uruguay River, which forms the natural border between Argentina and Brazil.

There’s something quite spectacular about kayaking in between 2 countries, in the middle of the Argentinian jungle.

The Yaboti Biosphere is the area surrounding the Moconá Falls with a rich sub-tropical forest ecosystem, a large diversity of fauna and many endangered species of reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Mokona has a subtropical climate with changing landscapes, so the jungle flora and fauna you can see at different times of the year.

This makes it a year-round destination. But remember to bring mosquito repellent – they’re particularly fierce out here.

Contributed by Stefan, Nomadic Boys

3. Hiking to Laguna de Los Tres (Argentina)

South America Adventure Laguna de los Tres Argentina

Hiking to Laguna de Los Tres is one of the most picturesque hikes in Patagonia, Argentina. The hike starts in the village called El Chalten and ends at the closest point of the famous Fitz Roy mountain.

It is not considered a very difficult hike, but the last stretch is very steep and the temperature drops significantly, so it takes a lot of effort to reach the top.

The wind was very strong and it was very cold on the top and the road leading up there was slippery. It took us about 5 hours to reach the lagoon.

On the bottom of the mountain, the surrounding nature is green and there are a few rivers to cross. The temperature is warm and the view is beautiful.

For about four hours it is a very pleasant, easy hike. The last hour of the hike becomes very difficult because the weather gets cold and windy.

Once I reached the top, I couldn’t spend too much time up there because of the wind, but the view was spectacular. Seeing the peak of the Fitz Roy mountain reflecting in the turquoise blue lagoon was worth all the effort.

It is best to do this hike in December-February when it is Summer in Argentina because even in the Summer this region is cold. It often snows during this time of the year. This hike is recommended to advanced and amateur hikers.

Contributed by Barbara, Jet-Settera

4. Hiking in Los Glaciares National Park (Argentina)

South America Adventure Fitz Roy Argentina

Glaciers around the world are mostly shrinking. The ones in Patagonia, on the other hand, are still growing. A place to see them is Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina , a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

With trails suited for families with kids as well as hard-core hikers and climbers, this park offers opportunities for everybody who enjoys the outdoors. Go for a short walk to enjoy a good view of Fitz Roy’s pinnacles.

Hoist your rucksack and set out for a multiple-day hike to Cerro Azul and tent at designated campgrounds in beech forests. Do you like a technically challenging mountain? Climb the Fitz Roy or Cerro Torre.

Add a predawn hike to Laguna de Los Tres for the ultimate sunrise, and bring a thermos to Lagune Torre to sip your coffee while watching how chunks of ice break off the glacier.

The town of El Chaltén is the perfect hiking hub for this area. Here you can stock up on food, or buy hiking gear and camping equipment.

Go in November-April, when it’s summer in the Southern Hemisphere but note that it can get very busy in January and February.

Contributed by Karin-Marijke, Landcruising Adventure

5. Whitewater Rafting Rio Juramento (Argentina)

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If there is one thing I am happy I tried, despite being terrified at the time, that is rafting on the Rio Juramento, in the Salta region of Northwest Argentina.

I had to travel for about 2 and a half hours from Salta to reach the base camp. There, we met with the guides, who after giving us all the gear we needed such as the wetsuit, trained us into all of the necessary safety measures.

Minutes later, we started rafting – 4 groups of 6 passengers each, plus a guide per boat, and a dog, Remo, on our boat. The dog was incredibly chilled, even on the worst of rafts.

We went on level IV rafts, so not too bad, but not exactly a piece of cake either. Whenever I sat in the front, as the raft would come, I could literally see a wall of water in front of me.

Our boat never flipped, though others did and we had to “rescue” the passengers.

The organization was excellent: two extra guides went in front of the group to take pictures. I have great memories of the experience, and it started my addiction to rafting which I now do whenever possible.

Contributed by Claudia, My Adventures Across the World

6. Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Peru)

South America Adventure Inca Trail Peru

As one of the most famous hikes in South America, the classic 4-day Inca Trail trek is an experience that should not be missed on a trip to Peru .

It’s a challenging journey where hikers face thin air due to high elevation, steep ascents and descents on stone steps and a narrow path that hugs the edge of a mountain on one side and overlooks a steep valley on the other. Definitely heart-pumping!

As tough as the hike can be, the incredible Inca ruins along the trail, and the reward of Machu Picchu on the final day will make you forget about the difficulties along the way (or at least make you appreciate them).

The most popular time to hike the Inca Trail is from June-August, but May and September generally bring dry, sunny weather and fewer crowds.

The Inca Trail can only be hiked with a licensed tour operator and most companies supply porters to carry the sleeping tents, cooking equipment, and food. All you need to worry about is enjoying the scenery and making it to camp each night.

Trail permits are limited to 500 each day so treks sell out many months, even up to a year in advance, especially during high-season.

Contributed by Rhonda, Travel Yes Please

7. Ausangate Trek (Peru)

South America Adventure Ausangate Trek Peru

Without a doubt, the Ausangate trail offers some of the most wonderful scenery in the whole of the Cusco area.

It features birds, wildlife, glaciers, high alpine lakes, and the infamous rainbow mountains. It is also one of the most challenging in the region with three high passes over 5,000 meters/16,000 feet.

On a clear day, standing at 6,380 meters, Apu Ausangate dominates Cusco’s southern skyline. It is not hard to understand why the ancient Incas held this spectacular mountain in such high regard.

During the whole Ausangate trek circuit you’ll pass local villages where you can meet and observe people that live in the mountain area.

The trek takes at least 5 days with some people opting to do the trek over 5 days and add in a visit to Sibinacocha. Due to the height of the passes that are encountered on this trek, acclimatization can be a problem for some people.

It is recommended that you arrive in Cusco several days early to adjust to the altitude and prepare for the trek.

8. Canoeing in the Amazon (Peru)

South America Adventure Amazon Peru

Adventurers headed to Peru absolutely can’t miss the opportunity to explore the wonders of the famous Amazon River. Even getting to the Amazon River is an expedition in itself, but when you finally do, the real adventure begins.

Docking the Amazon riverboat at a little riverside town called Lagunas, the next part of the journey requires you to drive out to the smaller river, where you’ll then canoe upstream for the next few hours.

Along the canoeing trip, there are opportunities to jump out and go for a swim, only to find out half an hour later that there are piranhas in the water! You’ll also get the chance to go fishing for the very same piranhas, as well as other Amazon fish, to prepare for dinner that night.

After canoeing throughout the afternoon you’ll make it to your camping spot for the night, where, if you’re lucky, wild boar will be sniffing around the site and you can chase them through the jungle with a crazy guide called Wilfred.

At around 2 or 3 in the morning, in the absolute pitch black of night, jump back in the canoe and go for a slow paddle down the river. This is when all the animals come out to play.

Cayman, with their small red eyes, can be seen glistening in the distance from light of the torch. As the canoe approaches them slowly they retreat below the water, giving you the uncertain reassurance that under your tiny wooden canoe is a rather large Cayman. Sloths, anacondas and exotic birds are some of the other highlights if you’re lucky.

Contributed by Jules, Don’t Forget to Move

9. Hiking Laguna Churup (Peru)

South America Adventure Laguna Churup Peru

When I came across Laguna Churup in Huaraz, I had never heard of it and really had no idea where it was but I wanted one more party in the mountains before I headed back to the coastline for some much-needed surf and ocean time.

Once I arrived, the town itself was small and quiet. I was there in November and there was almost zero tourists in town. I didn’t actually see a single one until I went to the bus stop again to leave town.

I asked at reception the best way to get to the base of the mountain and set off the next morning in a taxi. The taxi driver knew exactly where to go once I said the name and it took maximum 20-30 minutes from the center of the town.

It is possible to do without a guide and at the time I did it no one seemed to require a pass. It was not an overly tough hike but the altitude, its highest point was about 4500 meters, made the air thin and I found myself a little short of breath at times.

After about 5-6 hours at a pretty good pace, I reached the lagoon. I could not believe what I was seeing. I had seen similar things before but never so completely isolated from others.

There was no one, anywhere. I was not sure if it was the time of year or if I had just randomly stumbled upon some magical land that no one knew about. Either way, I could not have been happier about it.

It started to hail at the top and I began my descent, it is not overly difficult going either way but after the hail, it became covered in ice and climbing down the steep faces holding onto the chains became a little precarious. As long as you have a credible level of fitness and multi-day hikes are not a problem, then you should not have any problems here either.

Overall, I think that being so isolated in such an amazing place was a very special experience and after 6 weeks in Peru, it was one of the most memorable moments of my trip.

Contributed by Dane, Holiday From Where

10. Macaw Research Expedition (Peru)

South America adventure Macaw research Peru

Set deep in the Peruvian Amazon is an opportunity to commune with nature, become with the Amazon rainforest and help devoted scientists with the research and data gathering of the endangered Macaw.

Access to the research center can be gained from the sleepy Amazon town of Puerto Maldonado on the Madre de Dios River.

The adventure begins from the moment you step into the small boat on the river and begin the 6-hour journey up the river into the Tambopata tributary.

You’ll find almost immediately that you are in a very remote area, in the middle of the Amazon. After the boat trip, you will arrive at the center where you climb up the river bank and are introduced to your home for the duration of your stay.

The days are spent collecting data and in the Amazon jungle. Outings also include early morning trips to the various clay licks in the area to observe a large variety of parrots and Macaws that come in to hang on the clay cliffs and bend your ears with loud noises.

It’s a South America adventure not to be missed.

11. Santa Cruz Trek (Peru)

South America Adventure Santa Cruz Trek Peru

One of the best options for multi-day hikes in Peru is the Santa Cruz trek. This scenic 50 km (31 miles) hike takes you through lush green valleys, along a river and lagoons, and over a 4760 meters high mountain pass.

The views on the Cordillera Blanca are simply stunning. The trek takes about 4 – 5 days to complete, depending on your pace and how much time you are willing to spend there.

Doing the Santa Cruz trek without a guide is the best option, in our opinion, because you are free to enjoy the beautiful scenic landscapes without being hassled by the demands of a guided trek.

The trail is well-trodden in most parts, so getting lost is not really an issue and finding nice spots to camp is not hard.

According to some guides, the best time to go is between May to September, but we did it in November and had gorgeous weather with most blue skies. Also, if you don’t have camping gear, you can rent most of what you need in Huaraz.

Contributed by Bianca, Nomad Biba

12. 2 Day Colca Canyon Trek (Peru)

South America Adventure Colca Canyon Peru

Easily one of the best hikes in Peru, the trek to Colca Canyon features treacherous descents, lung burning climbs, and amazing scenery.

Famous not only for its natural landscape but also for its magnificent condors, Colca Canyon is a great place for a challenging hike in South America.

The first day takes you down into one of the world’s deepest canyons and eventually ending at Oasis Sangalle, a surreal oasis village full of guesthouses with swimming pools.

What goes down must go up, and the three-hour continuous climb out of Colca Canyon is extremely hard. It’s so hard that the guides often suggest people ride a mule to the top.

The ascent starts from 2200masl (Oasis Sangalle) to about 3200masl (Cabanaconde) — this is challenging!

The Colca Canyon trek is a high altitude hike so you’ll want to acclimatize before attempting it. Arequipa, a colonial city towered over by volcanoes, is the best place to organize the trek to Colca Canyon.

From there you can arrange for a tour or travel by public transport — there’s not a huge difference in price though. The best time to visit Colca Canyon is the dry season (May to September).

Contributed by Gia, Mismatched Passports

13. Sandboarding in Huacachina (Peru)

South America Adventure Huacachina Peru

If zipping headfirst down a 300-foot sand dune doesn’t frighten you, plan for a visit to Huacachina, Peru. Located just three miles west of Ica, Huacachina is a charming small desert town, famous for being home to the world’s highest sand dunes.

Known as “Everest of the Desert”, sand buggy and sandboarding tours are the adventure of choice for tourists here.

Tours ranging from $12 – $75 USD, you’ll be strapped into a sand buggy and flown through the dunes at high speeds. clutching your seatbelt until your knuckles turn white.

We gripped the seats in front of us for dear life as our driver floored the gas and took dunes 90-degree angles. We whizzed through the desert, screaming at the top of our lungs as we blew through the most spectacular desert scenery you could ever hope to see in your life.

You’ll spend an hour or two in the dunes, boarding down in between dune bashing, and being picked up at the bottom before being taken to an even bigger dune.

You lie flat on your stomach and zip down the sand dunes headfirst with your forearms on the board and your legs spread wide behind you. The fastest downhill speed is rumored to be 60 mph. Fight the urge to scream unless you enjoy the taste of sand.

Booking an afternoon tour (4 pm) means you will have the opportunity to watch the sunset over the desert which is spectacular (and avoid the heat of the day). Tours are available all year round however temperatures are milder from May through November. The rest of the year is quite hot.

We had heard it was dangerous, but honestly, the biggest danger you’re likely to experience is the sun. Make sure you pack plenty of water, plenty of suntan lotion, a hat, sunglasses, and clothes you can easily shake the sand out of.

I wore long sleeves and yoga pants to avoid sand rash – unless you’re experienced you will sandboard down the dunes on your stomach, and tearing down the dunes at high speeds will tear the skin off your arms and legs if you let them drag.

Oh and pack toilet paper. It seems to be a rare commodity in Peru

Contributed by Megan, Mapping Megan

14. Salkantay Trek (Peru)

South America Adventure Salkantay Hike Peru

Trek for 3, 4, or 5 days along the Salkantay Trail through remote mountain passes and verdant tropical forest landscapes in the Andes. The high altitude trails are steep, so add a baggie of coca leaves for chewing along the way to your first aid kit. (Approximately $1 at any local market.)

On the final day, hike or ride the bus up the mountain to the fantastic Machu Picchu ruins, a fantastic place for photography . This UNESCO Historic Sanctuary is huge, making it easy to escape other tourists!

Also, most tourists depart the mountain by 4 pm, so you’ll have the place to yourself until closing time—perfect for photography.

How To: This route requires a reservation a day or two in advance, and can easily be set up upon arrival in Cusco. Meanwhile, an Inca Trail trek must be reserved months in advance.

Cost: Approximately $200 USD for a backpacker 5-day trek, including Machu Picchu entry fees, most food, and transportation to/from Cusco—you only carry a daypack.

Alternatively, take all the time you want and do it yourself (DIY). Optional activities along the Salkantay trek include hot springs, zip-lining, and horseback riding.

Recommendation: if you have any knee issues, ensure your tour includes walking poles .

Contributed by Jess, Longest Bus Rides

15. Hiking in Caraca Nature Reserve (Brazil)

South America Adventure Caraca Nature Reserve Brazil

The Caraca Nature Reserve in Brazil is a great way to explore the natural beauty of the country’s interior. You stay in a converted monastery which provides simple rooms and meals in the old monastic buildings.  

The monks have trained the maned wolf which lives in the forest to come at night and eat at the monastery.  Like any wild animal though, the  maned wolf’s appearances at the Caraca Nature Reserve  are unpredictable.

The Nature Reserve is over 30,000 acres and so there are plenty of opportunities for hiking and spotting wildlife. Most of the other guests were Brazilian as this Nature Reserve is a bit off the beaten path for foreigners. We went in the summer and the temperature was perfect.  

Warm days in the mountains meant you could jump into the waterfalls after a long hike.  Long cold evenings allowed you to sleep comfortably after a day of exploring the reserve. Do not expect extra comforts like air conditioning while staying in the reserve.

There are various levels of difficulty in the hiking involved which makes this place ideal for a group with mixed-ability or ages.

The most difficult hikes involve taking a guide who knows the way so that you don’t get horribly lost. We did easy and medium hikes because we were traveling with our children.

Contributed by Shobha, Just Go Places

16. Abismo Anhumas Caving (Brazil)

South America Adventure Abismo Anhumas Caving Brazil

Brazil’s most unforgettable activity by a landslide is Abismo de Anhumas , 20km west of Bonito, it’s a 72m abyss culminating in an underground lake, home to incredible stalactite formations.

Bonito itself is a very small town and has only one main street but the natural resources of the surrounding area, the 76-sq-km Serra da Bodoquena national park, are spectacular.

The Abismo Anhumas adventure involves rappelling down to the bottom of the cave and snorkeling or diving in the lake below. You will float among formations of more than 10 meters high, giving the impression that you’re floating through a submerged city. It’s a surreal experience.

The climb back up is hard as it’s 72m back up the same rope you came down on. But the cave, the silence, the light falling on the lake and the beauty of the dive make this adventure unique and unforgettable.

I suggest wearing long sleeves, trousers and tennis shoes with long socks (I know, it’s not a fashionable look but it helps to protect your legs from the ropes while climbing up).

Because the temperature inside the caves stays roughly the same all year long, you can do this whenever you like. It’s cold inside the cavern, but you get a wetsuit for the snorkeling.

Contributed by Geert, Inspiring Travellers

17. Hiking on Fernando de Noronha (Brazil)

South America Adventure Fernando de Noronha Brazil

Fernando de Noronha, located some 350km off the coast of Brazil, is an archipelago of 21 islands and islets. The destination is probably one of the few places in Brazil that are not teeming with tourists and that isn’t going to change anytime soon either.

Thanks to its UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site designation, the island is limited to only 400 visitors per day, making it feel like one of the most exclusive destinations in the world.

The environmental preservation fee onto the island is steep but as soon as you lay your eyes on the raw beauty of this incredible archipelago, you’ll won’t mind forking out that $40/day.

There is no shortage of adventurous activities to do on the island, from diving to mountain biking, but one of the best ways to explore all Fernando’s nooks and crannies is by hitting one (or more) of its 5 designated hiking trails that are opened from August until February.

The trails vary in length (from 2 – 5 km) and difficulty (from easy to difficult), but each one provides access to a unique part of the island that’s not accessible by bus/buggy.

Combine a few of these trails, like the Farol trail that ascends up to the Ponta de Sapata lighthouse inside the National Park and the Capim Açu trail, that runs along the rocky beach towards Praia do Leão, and you are in for a challenging day hike that will get your heart pumping and leave you breathless from the untouched nature surrounding you.

If you don’t get hit by a storm halfway through (like we did) and if you are not attempting this hike just 5 months after a serious broken leg injury (like Oksana was), you’ll love the experience!

Contributed by Oksana, Drink Tea & Travel

18. Lençóis Maranhenses Desert Expedition (Brazil)

South America Adventure Lençóis Maranhenses National Park Brazil

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in Brazil is probably the most amazing natural landscape we have seen traveling around South America.

We have been to different sand deserts during our travels, but none of them compares to this one. In Lençóis Maranheses the rainwater accumulated between the sand dunes forms lagoons of different colors, which results in a really unique and almost surreal landscape.

The best moment of the year to visit is between May and August when the lagoons get filled in the rainy season.

The access to Lençóis Maranhenses is very complicated. From the coastal village of Jericoacoara, it takes a couple of days to get to Bairerrinhas, the nearest town to the park with road access.

From there you can take a 4WD tour to the desert or you can do as we did and catch a local boat to Atins, a barely populated village on the edge of the park. In Atins you can then get a guide, who will take you on a memorable adventure to the desert.

We walked in the desert for two days and spent a night in an oasis, where only 5 families live, totally isolated from civilization.

Every morning we started walking at 4 AM, since being close to the Equator the Sun is already over your head at 8 AM, and you don’t find any shadow between the sand dunes.

The only way to freshen yourself up is to jump in the lagoons and have a nice swim in the crystal clear water. It was very exhaustive to walk for 10 hours each day in the desert, but the fantastic landscape compensated us for the effort.

Contributed by Gabor, Surfing the Planet

19. Hang Gliding in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)

South America Adventure

Hang gliding is one of the most popular wind sports practiced in Rio de Janeiro. It is a recreational sport that uses a craft often consisting of a metal-framed fabric wing, with the pilot mounted on a harness hanging from the wing frame.

He exercises control by shifting his body weight against a triangular bar, also attached to the frame. Hang gliding is very popular worldwide.

Imagine leaping from the mountains that surround the bustling city for an experience of flying. Hang Gliding happens at Pedra Bonita, a beautiful mountain situated in São Conrado neighborhood.

Jumping involves a tandem set up with an experienced hang glider. No experience is necessary but you do need an adventurous spirit and the courage to run off the side of a mountain.

20. Camping with Gauchos (Uraguay)

South America Adventure Uruguay Gaucho camping

You absolutely HAVE to stay with gauchos (cowboys) in Uruguay. It is a gaucho country, after all, and the gauchos are a national symbol of both Uruguay and Argentina.

Whilst traveling South America, I spent 3 days living with real-life cowboy Pedro, his wife Nahir and Grandson, Bautista. These days became some of the most memorable days of the entire 3 months I spent in South America.

We were up early to ride horses, round up cows, find skunks and armadillos and play with puppies all whilst eating some authentic gaucho food cooked for us by Nahir.

When we weren’t out adventuring and pretending to be cowboys, we snuggled up by the fire with a good book. Estancia Yvytu Italy was the perfect mixture of adventure and relaxation and absolute must-have adventure in Uruguay.

You can enjoy your own cowboy adventure in Uruguay at any time of year, although be aware that it can get pretty hot in summer, and very cold in the winter.

Contributed by Hannah, That Adventurer

21. Climb Villarrica Volcano (Chile)

South America Adventure Villarrica Volcano Chile

One of the best adventures in South America is the icy climb up the very active Villarrica Volcano. Located just outside of Pucon, Chile , it’s an intense summit that requires the use of crampons and an ice pick to hoist yourself up the ice sheet covering the top of this treacherous volcano.

To stay safe, it’s important to pursue this adventure under good weather conditions and with an experienced guide.

While it may sound a bit scary, under good conditions the climb is a lot of fun and can be accomplished in a half-day. The views from atop Volcan Villarrica are spectacular, as you can gaze down for miles to see picturesque lakes and other volcanoes on the horizon.

For those who accomplish the summit, it’s also an interesting sight to peer down into the smoldering cone.

Yet the biggest thrill of this entire excursion is sledding down the side of the volcano. To get down, you jump on a sled to fly down what felt like makeshift luge tracks. It’s such a rush and the sledding lasts for nearly an hour.

We recommend pursuing the Villarrica Volcano climb in early-to-mid summer (late November to early January). During this time, there’s still plenty of solid ice and snow-packed onto the volcano but you’ll hopefully avoid major snowstorms that sometimes plague the winter months.

But most importantly, go when Volcan Villarrica is not erupting, as it’s been very active for the past couple of years. In fact, it was only recently that this trek was reopened to climbers. So go now, before the next eruption.

Contributed by John, Roaming Around the World

22. The W Trek (Chile)

South America Adventure W Trek Chile

This is the most epic trek I’ve ever undertaken, a 5-day onslaught through incredible landscapes across one of the world’s most Southern national parks.

After jumping off the ferry, the first day is spent hiking up to the magnificent glacier grey, 6km wide and over 30 meters high. On a clear day, this thing just seems to go on forever, it is quite breathtaking. 

The trek then continues over 85km in total, stopping at checkpoints along the way and constantly pushing your body up and down the mountainous terrain.

It is possible to stay at overpriced lodges but the more adventurous choose to camp, in gear you carry yourself across the whole journey.

If you time everything right on the final day you can hike up to the viewpoint of the famous Torres Del Paine for sunrise and watch the mountain peaks glow as they bathe in the morning light. 

The park is technically open all year round, but try to visit between October and April as it gets a little cold out of season. All camping gear can be hired from the town of Puerto Natales, so book a few days here before and after your trek.

Contributed by Jon, Adventure in You

23. Diving with Moai on Easter Island (Chile)

South America Adventure Easter Island Diving

It was one of my dreams to visit the Easter Island off Chile’s coast – well it’s more than simply off the coast, actually, it’s a 6 hours flight from Santiago de Chile, but worth every second and peso.

As a passionate diver, I knew I had to see more than the island itself and to take a day and spend it exploring the water.

Diving on Easter Island is good at any time of the year when the ocean is calm. I visited late August and stayed for five days. The dives are rather easy, but there are some sites where more experience is necessary to conduct a safe dive.

There are some dive shops on the island, I chose to go with Mike Rapu Diving Center. Email them or visit them at the shop to know about the dives and requirements.

My favorite dive was the one where they sunk the Moai statue – and I have to disappoint you: the statue is not one of the original ones, but was made to remember someone and was then sunk there.

Still, it’s a great dive, a bit chilly, but you’ll appreciate the hood and hot showers afterward.

Contributed by Viktoria, Chronic Wanderlust

24. Camping in the Bolivian Amazon (Bolivia)

South America Adventure Amazon Camping Bolivia

As humans, we live a relatively safe existence, so the only place I have ever felt vulnerable within my environment was while camping in Bolivia’s Amazon Rainforest.

As a slowly disappearing and iconic region, no visit to South America would ever be complete without a morning dip in a river teeming with caiman or fishing for piranha in an unstable boat for that evening’s meal, followed a hike at night eerily watched by glowing eyes while a guide hacks at the scrub with a machete.

Then finish the day rudimentary tenting – otherwise known as a plastic sheet thrown over a tree branch.

But a trip to the Amazon isn’t all peril and risk, we also spent afternoons making jewelry with various seeds and alligator scales while listening to the deep yowls of howler monkeys, created temporary tattoos with jagua fruit and learned uses for Amazonian flora and fauna.

The Amazon can be accessed through nine South American countries, but Bolivia is arguably the cheapest and a two-night all-inclusive camping trip costs just B$900/US$130.

These trips can be extended up to a month if you wanted to become completely immersed in the Amazon way of life and learn to live entirely off the jungle.

The best time to visit the Bolivian Amazon is during the dry season (May to October) and can be reached via Rurrenabaque, the frontier town access the Rainforest and the easiest place to book a camping tour.

Contributed by Emma, The Travel Natural

25. Mountain Bike Down Death Road (Bolivia)

South America Adventure Death Road Bolivia

One of the most exciting activities in Bolivia is riding a bicycle down Death Road. The road in question is Yungas Road which for many years was the main thoroughfare to La Paz from many small mountain villages.

The road itself is barely one lane, with only a few wider turnouts for passing. However, it is operated as a two-lane road with massive commercial trucks and buses going to and fro.

Throughout the years, hundreds of motorists have lost their lives on this small stretch of road, earning it’s named as the World’s Most Dangerous Road.

These days, you will not encounter as much traffic as you would have 15 years ago, but it’s still an adventurous 60 km ride barreling down bumpy mountain roads.

The ride starts out on a fairly decent paved road before arriving at the beginning of Death Road (El Camino de la Muerte). Quickly, the road becomes more of a gravel path than the smooth asphalt, which can make for scary stops!

This ride is not to be taken lightly, there are some very extreme drop-offs of at least 1,800 feet. In sections, it is very steep, which means your back brake is constantly in use to control your speed around the many hairpin curves.

As a bicycle rider going down the hill, you will be on the cliffside with oncoming traffic against the mountainside. Be aware, there are very few guard rails to protect you from flying over the edge! 

The thrill of hurtling down the mountainside on a bike is indescribable. Even with the adrenaline rush and fear, you can’t help but notice how amazing the scenery is.

You will be greeted with fantastic views of the valley and surrounding mountains. Riders can stop as they wish to take photos, but there are also safer sections where guides will stop riders for a chat, to tell more about the area and to provide breaks for photos.

Riding down the World’s Most Dangerous Road can be conquered by beginners and experienced riders alike and everyone else in between. You need to see it for yourself, as photos do not do it justice.

Tip: Do your due diligence in researching tour companies in La Paz. Some focus more on safety gear and expensive bicycles, while others focus on providing experience at budget prices.

Contributed by Karilyn, No Back Home

26. Overland Through Uyuni to the Atacama (Bolivia)

South America Adventure Bolivia Salt Flats

You’ve probably seen a thousand photos from travelers on the Uyuni Salt Flat of Bolivia. Where did they go after that? Most head back to town, but a few keep going.

They cross the huge salt flat and stay on the other side. They visit islands and villages on the rim. Then they venture into an area with almost no other vehicles or people: the southern desert of Bolivia.

If you’ve ever dreamed of truly getting away from it all, being in a land so quiet you can hear your own heartbeat, this overland trip will do nicely.

You see the whole galaxy at night, see clear daytime skies that look just as they did a thousand years ago, without the plumes of jets passing overhead. No cell signal. No internet for days. No garbage trucks or traffic horns.

Most of the time, no people except your companions. Light is supplied by solar and gas lanterns at night since everything is off the grid.

This is far from a lifeless zone, however. Colorful birds land on the strange rock formations and long-tailed rabbits hop around outside where you’re sleeping at night.

At the gorgeous lagoons dotting the landscape, it’s common to see hundreds of pink flamingos. Compact moss that can grow and expand for centuries adds a bright green touch to the brown rocks and blue sky.

We explore a crystal cave, boiling mud springs, and lakes of many colors while leisurely making our way toward the tourist draw of San Pedro de Atacama in Chile.

There, as in Uyuni, there will be touts and tour agencies, bars and babes, restaurants and rum, friends on Facebook.

Between the two, however, there’s a land where you can still feel like an explorer rather than customer number 23 on the day’s excursion list.

Several companies run this tour out of Uyuni and San Pedro, but the best bet is a Travesia by explora. That company has its own permanent camps set up with private sleeping rooms and real bathroom facilities.

Contributed by Timothy, Luxury Latin America online travel magazine

27. Trekking the Quilotoa Loop (Ecuador)

South America Adventure Qulitoa Loop

Why waste your time trekking to a lousy summit when you could finish your hike at a 3km wide, brilliant green crater lake? The network of some 200km of Andean trails south of Quito makes up the Quilotoa Loop.

The route is more of a choose-your-own-adventure than a regular trail, as the Quilotoa Loop trek can take anywhere between two days and two weeks.

Along the way, you’ll sleep in tiny Ecuadorian villages like Insinliví, Chugchilan, and Sigchos and enjoy some of the coziest nights of your life.

You’ll see vast expanses of agricultural land, hike into jagged valleys, and get lost more than you really know the way. And just when you’re sunburned and exhausted from too many days of trekking, all trails eventually lead to the spectacular Laguna de Quilotoa.

You’ll climb over the volcanic rim upon one of nature’s greatest wonders, and it will be worth all the energy you put into getting there.

 Contributed by Taylor & Daniel, Travel Outlandish

27. Cotopaxi Horse Trek (Ecuador)

South America Adventure Cotopaxi Horse Trek Ecuador

When we planned our trip to Ecuador, horseback riding wasn’t something we were really looking forward to.  It was mainly a means to an end for us – a chance to see and photograph the legendary Cotopaxi volcano from a unique vantage point. 

Both of us had been on horses when we were younger and didn’t enjoy the experience.

Cotopaxi is the world’s highest active volcano.  It’s notorious for being unpredictable:  strong winds and sudden storms are common.  Not long after we left Ecuador, the volcano had an eruption. 

One of the best ways to experience Cotopaxi is actually horseback riding up the grassy Pasochoa or rocky Rumiñahui volcanoes nearby and viewing Cotopaxi from across the valley.  We chose Rumiñahui.

High up on Rumiñahui, we had an unexpected surprise.  No, it wasn’t views of Cotopaxi.  Overhead, we were joined by an Andean Condor – the largest bird on Earth.  It soared above us.  And then there was another.  And another. 

Soon the sky was filled with these majestic endangered birds.  They would dip down to only 40 feet above our heads.  It was an incredible moment.  Looking back, horseback riding the volcanoes of Ecuador was the highlight of our trip.

Most of the horseback trips leave from Hacienda El Porvenir at the edge of Cotopaxi National Park.  Trips range from ½ day excursions to multi-day rides and are possible throughout the year (except when there is a volcanic eruption).

Contributed by Lance & Laura, Travel Addicts

28. Galapagos Kayaking Expedition (Ecuador)

South America Adventure Galapagos Ecuador

The Galapagos is all about wildlife. An incredibly diverse menagerie of remarkable animals thrives on these remote islands, scattered nearly 700 miles off the coast of Ecuador .

The seclusion of this archipelago honed the development of unique animals, untouched and unafraid of human civilization. Though the Galapagos now allows a limited number of visitors to its enchanted shores, careful habitat-management preserves this special ecosystem.

The beauty of a sea kayak as a vessel for wildlife viewing lies in its non-intrusive, eco-friendly presence with all the makings of a true adventure experience.

The best itinerary available operates with small group sizes on an 8-day kayaking and camping trip around the Galapagos Islands. 5 of the nights are spent beach camping, while your days are spent paddling and meeting the many inhabitants of these islands.

Prepare to meet giant tortoises, iguanas, blue-footed-boobies, penguins, sea lions, and an endless variety of underwater life during the whole duration of the expedition.

29. Hiking Cocora Valley (Colombia)

South America Adventure Cocora Valley Colombia

Hiking the Cocora Valley in Colombia is an incredible experience through one of the most stunning valleys I have ever seen. 

Following the trail around the valley, you’ll find yourself scrambling through streams, clambering over rocks and traversing rickety bridges, to finally be rewarded with phenomenal views.

Beginning with a flat trail through lush green fields and following a gentle river, you will soon start to climb through the forest, to a hummingbird sanctuary where you can take a rest & watch several species of these tiny birds whizzing around. 

Continue the hike to finally emerge on the mountainside for mind-blowing views of the valley below.  Eerie Quindío wax palms tower above the skyline as you descend into the valley. 

The tallest palm trees in the world peer through the mist, some reaching heights of 200 feet, and you can’t help but gaze in awe at the landscape!

The hike can take anywhere from 4 to 7 hours, depending on your speed, and how many photographs you take! It’s best during the dry season from March to July, as it can get VERY muddy after rainfall. 

Comfortable, waterproof boots are a good idea any time of year, as is a rain jacket , sun cream, snacks and plenty of water.  And be aware that the only place to stop for the bathroom is in the hummingbird reserve, or in the fresh air!

Contributed by Claire, Tales of a Backpacker

30. Trek to the Lost City- Ciudad Perdida (Colombia)

South America Aventure Lost City Colombia

Thick jungle, high humidity, natural river pools, dazzling waterfalls, native tribes and the camaraderie of our wonderful group and guide is what made hiking to the Lost City (also known as Ciudad Perdida) one of the best hikes of my life.

The trek is certainly not for the faint-hearted. Days are long and the humid heat can drain you. However, the long days were much easier to manage thanks to the various natural freshwater swimming pools along the way.

It was a great feeling to pull off my sweaty t-shirt and jump into a cold river. At night, we’d sleep in hammocks or bunk beds with nothing but a roof over our heads.

Occasionally, we’d have to ask our guide to get rid of the odd scorpion in the bathroom. He would then take out his machete and kill it. I guess he didn’t want to take any chances.

Then, after 3 long days, we made it. After climbing up hundreds of stone stairs, we were standing on the foundation of an ancient stone city, discovered only in 1972.

With distant views of the lush jungle valley, I sat down at the edge of the stonewall and marveled at the natural beauty surrounding me and reminisced over what was easily one of the best hikes in the world.

The dry season runs from December to March and is a better time to go if you don’t want to be hiking through mud, crossing chest-high rivers, or getting poured on by rain.

However, if you’re okay with added adventure, tours are done throughout the year. You will need a guide. The name of our guide is Omar. He was fabulous and if you can find him, I highly recommend it.

At the time, we went with Turcol Tourism but Omar might have started his own tour company by now and there are many in the area.

Expect high heat and humidity. Guides provide food and lodging but you’ll need to bring anything else. I recommend bringing just one set of clothes for hiking and another DRY set of clean clothes for the evening.

Contributed by Matt, Live Limitless

31. Laguna de Guatavita Hike- Legend of El Dorado (Colombia)

South America Adventure Laguna de Guatavita Colombia

Few places in the world have been shrouded in as much mystery, speculation and research as the quiet waters of a small crater lake outside of Bogota, Colombia.

It is rumored that the depths of Laguna Guatavita was where the Muisca Cacique would come and offer gifts to the Goddess of water by launching their golden treasure into the muddy depths of the lake.

Is there a better way to experience the history and mystique of a country than by following in the footsteps of the most historic stories? The hike up to Laguna de Guatavita offers so much more than just mystery.

Surrounded by the beautiful Colombian jungle, and offering sweeping views of the countryside, this adventure will transport you back in history. You can almost picture the Inca floating on the lake offering prayers and sacrifices to the gods as you stand at the precipice of the steep caldera.

Laguna de Guatavita is a little over an hour drive from central Bogota, and getting there involves a fascinating drive through the blue-collar barrios on the outskirts of the city, and along beautiful Lake Guatavita.

The hike to the top is a long and steep one, but the steepest sections have well-built stairs and platforms to help you along the way. Just don’t get too tempted to dive into the waters and search for the gold yourself.

Entrance into the waters of Laguna de Guatavita is now banned after centuries of intrepid treasure hunters had failed to pull but a few items from the water.

Contributed by Kevin, Wandering Wagars

32. Kaieteur Falls Trek (Guyana)

South America Adventure Kaieteur Falls Guyana

Kaieteur National Park is Guyana’s first legally protected area. It is known for the majestic Kaieteur Falls, considered to be one of the highest single-drop (741 ft) waterfalls in the world.

In addition to Kaieteur Falls, the rich biodiversity, some of which are endemic to Kaieteur National Park, ensures a highly educational, adventurous and challenging experience while traversing through its pristine Amazonian rainforest.

The overland trek entails traveling by land, water and foot (hiking approximately 1,800 ft above sea level) to the Kaieteur Plateau and takes between 3-5 days depending on the itinerary and interest.

Categorized as a hard adventure hike, prices start at $795usd per person including transportation, meals, light refreshments, entrance fees, and guides. Kaieteur Falls holds a place on the Top 100 Travel Adventures in the world.

33. Trek to Mount Roraima & Angel Falls (Venezuela)

South America Adventure Venezuela

Angel Falls is the highest uninterrupted waterfall in the world. It has a height of 979 meters and drops over the edge of the Auyantepui mountain in the Canaima National Park.

The waterfall is located in the middle of a thick jungle, which makes accessing it a great adventure that takes days and involves a variety of transport.

Just to visit Angel Falls, you need around 7 days to make the journey into the jungle before hiking to the falls.

Many people aim to combine the Mount Roraima trekking expedition with Angel Falls for a full-on adventure experience.

Be sure you have 14 days or more to tackle this combo and bring a sense of humor. It’s a beautiful part of the world but not easy to access. This is one of the best things to do in Venezuela .

South America Adventure Divergent Travelers

South America is a diverse continent with so many different things to offer a traveler.

We hope we have inspired you to consider a journey outside your comfort zone and give you some ideas to bring out the adventurer in you as well.

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  • Galapagos Luxury Cruise on the Sea Star Journey
  • 7 Exciting Things to Do in Venezuela (If You Dare to Go)

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7 thoughts on “33 Best Places to Visit in South America for an Epic Adventure”

Ohh wow! lots of wonderful places in South America, I can’t decide which I would go first.

I’m excited to go to the next one!

South America is indeed full of breath-taking sceneries. Hopefully, I could visit them soon.

I’m excited to visit south Am soon!!

Lots of great adventures there! Safe travels.

Excellent post – delighted to be a part of it! Have pinned and sharing to all our friends. Aiming to replicate that final Machu Picchu picture next month 🙂

So many incredible adventures here! South America is an amazing continent, and so diverse with it’s landscapes and opportunity for adventure … I’ve only really touched the surface and would love to get back for more!

Thanks for including our experience at Peru 🙂

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South America has long captivated travellers with its plethora of natural and cultural wonders. Take a quick inventory of continental highlights, and it's easy to see why - idyllic beaches, snow-covered mountains and tropical rainforests, all of which make a fine backdrop for a memorable holiday.

There's just one catch: this continent is massive. There's simply no way to see it all (unless you've got a couple of spare years up your sleeve). So if you've been thinking of going but don't quite know where to begin, here's a quick primer on top destinations:

Peru and Bolivia

One of the classic South American journeys is bumping around the Andes, visiting indigenous villages, colonial towns and ancient ruins amid those staggering mountain peaks. Peru is a great place to start. High in the Andes, you'll find enchanting Cuzco , the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent and a fine base for exploring archaeological treasures like nearby Machu Picchu . Other Peruvian highlights: trekking in the Cordillera Blanca, walking the cobblestone streets of Arequipa , flying over the mystical Nazca Lines and visiting the floating islands in Lake Titicaca .

At Titicaca, you can continue by boat across to Bolivia , home to enthralling indigenous villages, biologically rich forests, soaring mountains and the bizarre and beautiful salt flats of Salar de Uyuni .

If time is limited and you hope to pack a lot into your itinerary, smallish Ecuador is a good bet. It has beautiful colonial towns like Quito and Cuenca that are among the best places to study Spanish in South America (notable for inexpensive one-on-one language schools and homestays with local families). The famed Andean mountains are never far, and you can trek through alpine scenery (the four-day Quilotoa loop is popular and you can generally do it on your own), mountain bike along rugged mountain roads, go bird-watching in cloud forests or arrange horseback rides on the flanks of snow-covered volcanoes (like Cotopaxi ). You can also spend a few days in a rainforest lodge in the Amazon. If time and budget allow, tack on a 5-day tour island-hopping in the Galapagos at the journey's end.

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Larger than the continental US, Brazil is the geographic (and economic) giant of South America. It's also Latin America's priciest country, so plan accordingly. Planted among forest-covered mountains, Rio de Janeiro is a magnificent introduction to Brazil, with a great music scene, alluring beaches and heady festivals. A few hours away, you can explore remote coastline, rainforest-covered islands (like Ilha Grande ) and colonial towns (jewel-box Paraty ). With more time, you can add a few flights and visit other regions, starting in the Northeast in Salvador , a colourful colonial city that's the drumming heart of Afro-Brazilian culture. Other options: thundering Iguazu Falls on the Argentine border; Belem or Manaus , gateways to the Amazon; and architecturally intriguing Brasilia .

If you haven't heard by now, Colombia is open for travel and safer than it's been in decades. Bogota , the high mountain capital, is a cultural behemoth with salsa-filled nightclubs, charming cafes and intriguing nearby sights - including the surreal underground salt cathedral, 50km north. Other Colombian hits: sunning on the Caribbean Coast at Taganga and the pristine beaches of nearby Parque Nacional Tayrona ; trekking to the Ciudad Perdida ('Lost City'), the largest pre-Colombian town in the Americas; and exploring the photogenic streets of colonial Cartagena and its neighbouring coral-fringed islands.

Argentina and Chile

Anchoring Latin America's southern extremes, these two countries have vineyards, lively capitals and share the laid-back Lakes District, home to hot springs, picturesque villages and loads of outdoor activities (hiking, rafting, climbing, skiing). There's unrivalled adventure in Patagonia : trekking and horse riding against a backdrop of glaciers, petrified forests, snow-covered peaks and other stunning scenery.

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Located on a wall behind a bare tree, the work features towering streaks of green meant to look like foliage

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The street artist  Banksy has claimed credit for a new mural that popped up on the side of a London residential building on St. Patrick’s Day .

Located in the Finsbury Park neighborhood, the artwork depicts a figure holding a pressure washer standing below towering streaks of green. A bare tree is nestled in the courtyard in front of the piece; from the right vantage point, the green spray paint appears to be the tree’s foliage.

“When you step back, it looks like the tree is bursting to life, but in a noticeably fake and synthetic way,” James Peak , the journalist behind BBC Radio 4’s “ The Banksy Story ” podcast , tells  BBC News ’ Doug Faulkner and Alex Smith. “It’s spring now, and this tree should be bursting forth with leaves, but Banksy must have cycled past and thought how miserable it looks.”

According to Peak, the new work has “all of the hallmarks” of a classic Banksy. These include the artist’s distinctive style, a clear message that resonates immediately and a “very clever location.”

The elusive street artist often creates murals that interact with objects or structures in their surrounding environments, such as a gymnast balancing on a real pile of rubble. In his newest work, Banksy has imbued a real tree’s empty branches with new meaning.

“The message is clear,” Peak tells BBC News. “Nature’s struggling, and it is up to us to help it grow back.”

On Monday, Banksy confirmed the piece was his by posting three images of the building on his  Instagram account : One shows the tree in front of a blank wall, while the others depict the completed mural and a close-up of the stenciled figure.

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The bright green color that Banksy used is not only apt for St. Patrick’s Day. It’s also the same shade as the area’s street signs. After the mural appeared, crowds of locals began gathering to check out the famous artist’s work for themselves.

“We’re so proud and delighted that Banksy chose our road and chose Finsbury Park for his work,” Wanja Sellers, who lives near the site, tells PA Media ’s Ella Nunn. “Choosing the colors of our borough just makes it feel like a personal message to us residents.”

Lidia Guerra, another resident, says the tree reminds her of a weeping willow. “There’s perhaps a message about the struggle of nature with the dead tree in front,” she tells the news agency.

Jeremy Corbyn, the former Labour Party leader who represents the area in Parliament, also weighed in. “Banksy has come to Islington!” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “What wonderful artwork, proving there is hope for our natural world everywhere.”

The  Guardian ’s Kevin Rawlinson reports that the graffiti removal team in the area knows about the work and has decided to leave it as is. Alex Georgiou, whose company owns the building, has no plans to get rid of it, either.

“It’s quite mad to be honest, to come down here and just to see all the crowds of people looking at the building,” Georgiou tells PA Media. “The question is, what do I do with it now? What am I meant to do with it now? I definitely plan on keeping it on there and letting people enjoy it. Everyone’s loving it, which is great.”

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