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Opening HoursWhere To Go in South America
The sheer diversity of landscapes in South America is shown by the stark contrast between the Caribbean coast in the far north and the icy southern peninsula that makes up Patagonia. In between there are the remnants of the Incas and Nazcas, the other-worldly landscapes of the Salt Flats and the Atacama Desert, as well as endless rainforests, beaches, pampas and mountains. And it's not just landscapes that are worth visiting either, the cities of South America are equally diverse and exciting with Rio de Janerio, Buenos Aires, Cartagena and Cusco, as just a few of our favourites. Explore our destination pages for more on where to go in South America.
Where to go in South America
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Argentina
From the end of the world in Patagonia, past the pampas and sultry Buenos Aires to the hilltops of Salta, Argentina is big, bold and beautiful.
Brazil
Indisputably the ‘in’ country on earth right now, and somewhere that we at Original Travel can’t get enough of.
Chile
Imagine a country where all the world’s climatic and topographical variations are represented in a thin ribbon of land and you have Chile.
Colombia
Colombia is once more one of South America’s most vibrant countries, and soon to become one of its favourite luxury holiday destinations.
Ecuador & the Galapagos
Nobody comes back disappointed from the Galapagos, but don't neglect the rest of this fascinating country
Peru
The scenery is striking in its diversity, from plunging canyons to soaring mountains, lush rainforests to arid Altiplano.
Bolivia
Landlocked Andean Bolivia is rich in ancient culture, music and folklore and perhaps because of the country’s relative lack of sophistication...
Uruguay
The secret is sneaking out, but Uruguay is still a hugely under-rated destination.
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What to do in South America
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Ski Portillo
Just two hour's drive from the capital Santiago, Portillo is the finest ski resort in Latin America, with a majestic Andean setting and superb...
Pisac Market
In addition to the beautiful sweeping landscape and strong Incan heritage and archaeology of the Sacred Valley region, this is also a good place...
1 day Inca Trail
Hike a section of the Inca Trail from a point known as Kilometre 104, because of its location on the road between Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Sugarloaf & Corcovado mountains
The iconic mountains that appear in any self-respecting shot of Rio both offer superb panoramic views of the city, its bays and beaches.
Samba
Characterized by its great diversity, the origins of Brazil’s music lie in its AmerIndian, Portuguese and African roots, and today it is firmly...
Rio Carnival
The most outrageous and spectacular festivities take place in Rio, whose world-famous Carnival and its associated musicians, dancers, floats...
Kayaking from Paraty
Hundreds of islands with unspoiled tropical wilderness lie just off shore of the Costa Verde and the best way to explore them is by kayak.
Helicopter ride
Silence the arguments over whether it’s the Argentinian or the Brazilian side of the falls that affords the best view, and see the whole lot...
Whale watching, Florianopolis
Escaping the harsh winter, the whales migrate northwards in search of warmer and calmer waters in which to reproduce and nurse their young calves.
Riding in Southern Patagonia
Although El Chalten is known for its superb hiking and mountain climbing, its pristine wild scenery also lends itself perfectly to some spectacular...
Glacier Ice Trekking
Southern Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park stretches parallel to the Andes for over 120 miles, its most famous members being the Perito...
Fly Fishing in Northern Patagonia
Still a fully working farm, Tipiliuke Lodge is part of the 20,000 hectare Cerro de los Pinos country estate founded in 1909 by the grandfather...
Riding in Northern Patagonia
Patagonia’s rugged, unpopulated expanse is the sort of landscape that makes everyone want to leap onto a horse and gallop into the distance,...
Lake Crossing to Chile
Running between the Chilean lakes towns of Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt and the Argentinian counterpart; Bariloche, the trip across lakes and...
La Boca Football Match
Football fan or not, you are likely to have heard of a controversial footballer by the name of Diego Maradona, hailing from La Boca, one of the...
Tango in Buenos Aires
With a history reaching back to the 1880s, the sensual Argentinian national dance comes from roots that combine African slave music with Andalucian...
Capoeira lessons
Original Travel can arrange private or group capoeira and samba lessons in Rio or in Salvador; after all, where better to learn?
Salvador Carnival
The most exciting moment in the Salvador calendar is undoubtedly the spectacular February carnival, when up to two million revellers from all...
Trekking in Chapada Diamantina
Trekking is undoubtedly one the best ways to discover all there is to see in Chapada Diamantina, - the Diamond Plateau - a land of underground...
Pelourinho district
The city of Salvador itself is often referred to as the ‘African Soul’ of Brazil, as descendants of the first African slaves have held tight...
Winery Tours in Mendoza
If you’re in Mendoza, the chances are it’s because you’ve enjoyed Argentinian wine and are keen to get to the source!
Riding, Pantanal
Dependent on your level of ability, we can arrange short rides or day-long excursions complete with guides and packed lunch.
Jaguar spotting in the Pantanal
Sightings are of course never guaranteed in such a wild and vast place, and particularly where one of the world’s most elusive animals is concerned,...
Iguazu Falls Helicopter Ride
Silence the arguments over whether it’s the Argentinian or the Brazilian side of the Iguazu/Iguassu Falls that affords the best view, see the...
Kite Surfing, Jeri
The National Park of Jericoacoara is flanked by huge dunes, with lakes of crystal-clear water that are the ideal place for newcomers to wind...
Diving, Fernando do Noronha
The Fernando do Noronha archipelago is known as one of the best scuba diving spots in the world due to the richness of the marine fauna and the...
Planasub
As you’d imagine, there are plenty of highlights in a country as huge as Brazil, but if we were asked to cherry-pick one particular highlight,...
Patagonia Jeep Expedition
Take an overland expedition by Jeep and travel wild Patagonia in style with luxury and comfort. Explore the large and diverse region and experience...
Visit Valparaiso
A visit to the Pacific coast just a couple of hour’s drive from Santiago makes for an enjoyable day’s outing. The journey takes you through...
Visit to Condor Cross
After the albatross, the Andean condor has the second largest wingspan (as much as 11.5ft) of all living flying birds, and we know the best place...
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Skylodge Via Ferrata and Zip Line
Scary? Yes - absolutely. Incredible? Definitely. Set 380m on
the side of a vertical limestone cliff in Peru's
Sacred Valley cling four pods - three bedrooms and a
restaurant. And how do you get there? You climb!
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Secret Scenes
We all know that slightly smug feeling of having discovered something new, be it an experience or a place. We also all know the struggle that follows - do you let the cat out of the bag? Or do you keep schtum and save it for yourself? Well, our inner blabber-mouth just can't keep it together…
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(Super)Market Sweep: the Best Markets in the World
Sometimes the best way to really get to the heart of a place is by heading to a local market for a spot of shopping. Witnessing the various ways that locals try and bag themselves the best deals, with frantic arm waving and price haggling, is often something quite extraordinary. So, here are…
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Walk this Way: Walking Holidays
As we at Original Travel often shout about, it's not just about the destination but also how you get there - 'going on a journey' if you will. As it is International Walking Month we've been thinking about how dishy Levinson Wood is... no sorry we meant the simple pleasure of walking, of…
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Arrive in Style
What do Bond girls, the Pope and Boris Johnson have in common? They all know how to make an entrance (who can forget Boris swinging from that zip wire?). And while we don't necessarily recommend 'doing a Boris', the slightly smug feeling of having really arrived in style is something we can…
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