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Highlights of South America
The continent of South America contains incredibly dynamic and diverse culture and terrain. From the snow-capped Andes to the Amazon Rain Forest, active volcanoes, and alpine forests, travelers seeking adventure will have a once in a lifetime experience. The diverse culture ranges from Indigenous peoples that still farm on the rural highlands like their Incan ancestors to major international metropolises. Listed below are some of the top highlights of South America, including two of the most exciting cities, Argentina's European-influenced Buenos Aires, the beautiful and lively Rio, and the majestic Iguazu Falls.
Best Cities
Explore some of the most exciting and beautiful cities in South America, from the vibrant beach culture of Rio, to the lively tango-obsessed Buenos Aires, to the mystic Cusco and its ancient Incan Empire.
Best Excursions
Discover some of the most stunning scenery and amazing natural wonders of the world on these exciting adventures. The sights will leave you breathless and with once in a lifetime memories.
Best Wildlife
For the wildlife enthusiast, South America offers a great setting for such adventures. Much of the area is still largely undeveloped, making it a safe haven for exotic animals and plants.
Machu Picchu
Discover the mysterious lost city of the Incas and get a glimpse of one of the first great ancient civilizations. The site is found high in the mountains of Peru overlooking the Urubamba River.
Iguazu Falls
The world's most spectacular waterfalls are at the border of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Explore one of the most powerful single waterfalls in the world at Garganta del Diablo and trek through the lush rainforests of the National Park.
Perito Moreno Glacier
Take a boat trip through Argentina's Perito Moreno Glacier and see the magnificent moving glaciers, one of the few advancing glaciers in the world. Trekkers can also take a five-hour trip through the forests and go on an ice walk using crampons.
Torres de Paine
This gem of Chile is found in the far south of Patagonia. Trekkers and mountaineers will find themselves in a pristine wonderland of glaciers, alpine forests, and discover the steep slopes and jagged stone precipices of the Torres de Paine that pierce the sky at a height of 2,000m.
Galapagos Islands
Ecuador's most famous destination is situated in the Atlantic Ocean 1,000km east of the coast. In addition to its abundance of rare and unusual animals, its beautiful white-sand beaches and colorful coral reefs make it a paradise for snorkeling and swimming.
The Amazon
Take a boat ride down the Amazon River and see over 15,000 different species of animals, including colorful macaws and illusive jaguars that inhabit the largest rain forest on the planet.
The Pantanal
In the wetlands of the Pantanal, the visitor explores the greatest wildlife South America has to offer. Stay at a nature lodge, and take unforgettable excursions into the wild.
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Countries: Argentina | Brazil | Chile | Peru | Ecuador
© 2007 AR Tourism, LLC
Countries: Argentina | Brazil | Chile | Peru | Ecuador
© 2007 AR Tourism, LLC

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