SOUTH AMERICA TRAVEL GUIDE

South America is bursting at the seams with culture and diversity. With a love of dance, music and food this really is an exciting place to visit. From the Amazon rainforest, to gorgeous palm tree lined beaches, icy blue glaciers, the peaks of the Andean mountains, historical Inca ruins, dramatic landscapes of Patagonia and the unique Bolivian salt flats- South America has it all.

Perfectly suited to the adventurous and outdoorsy types, as well as keen foodies, South America delivers a diverse array of things to do. There’s desert, beach, vibrant cities and volcanoes. Not forgetting the abundant wildlife in the Galapagos islands and amazon rainforest. Hiking the Inca trail is another popular activity, as well as visiting Iguazu Falls, mountain biking down death road, and high-altitude trekking in the national parks.

The towns and cities are a hub for nightlife, as well as seeing the colonial architecture of the buildings. With many festivals, a delicious food scene, arts markets and much more. South America is a variety of culture and natural wonders.

Weather patterns vary across South America so there will always be somewhere to visit. Remember the seasons are the opposite of the Northern hemisphere.

Inca Trail in Peru: May to June is warm and dry so a great time to visit. July to November is still dry but much cooler (some rains starting in Nov). Wet season is December to April.

Bolivian Salt Flats: July to October for dry sunny weather. January to April the area floods, creating a stunning mirror effect. Tours may be limited at this time though.

Galapagos Islands: There are different animal activities happening throughout the year, so it depends on what you want to see. The warmer weather (December to May) is great for diving and seeing turtles. June to November is cool and dry and a good time to see flamingo mating rituals, sea lions and the hatching of Booby and frigate bird eggs.

Patagonia: Weather can vary between North and South. December to February is generally warmer. Mid-March to April has spectacular Autumn scenery and is generally quieter with tourists. September to October is Spring and a quieter time. June to August is winter and low season but can also be great if skiing is your thing.