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South American Adventure
Lodging Tour 24 Days
From the remote Atacama Desert to the wild nightlife of Buenos Aires, this is the ultimate South American Adventure!
Year Round Departures
ITINERARY
Departs our Santiago hotel at 0730hrs
n this epic journey across South America, explore the continents highlights& spectacular Iguaçu Falls, the wildlife of Brazils Pantanal, the vast Uyuni Salt Flats, timeless Bolivia and much more await you on this true adventure! Starting in the capital of Santiago, we fly to the Atacama Desert and spend a few days taking in the endless natural beauty the desert sands have left behind. We will tour the incredible El Tatio Geysers- the worlds highest geyser basin at 4321 meters- and then soak in natural thermal pools under a backdrop of soaring volcanoes. Crossing over the Andes via the altiplano we will stop and explore the massive Uyuni salt flats with a guided 4X4 vehicle tour and then marvel at the different coloured lakes that appear like oasis in a huge sea of white salt. Shaking off the dust and salt, we venture into Bolivias colonial heartland and visit two fascinating cities; Potosi with its rich history of mining, and Bolivias most beautiful city, Sucre. Explore the bustling markets, ornate churches and museums before some karaoke by the plaza! Further eastward we head into some of Bolivias most remote and least visited wilderness areas. After an overnight train ride into Brazil, we visit the fantastic Pantanal for a few days of wildlife viewing. Based at our local families guest house that is fully equipped with comfortable hammocks for sleeping and a talented local chef, we will hike and horse ride through the wetlands
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to observe anacondas, macaws, tapirs and jacarés (alligators) before fishing for piranha. Leaving the Pantanal, we then cross through the forests to the ecotourism epicentre of Bonito. Known throughout South America for its caves, waterfalls and natural springs, enjoy a refreshing swim or snorkel in the crystal clear rivers and you will surely feel rejuvenated. Heading south, we stop at Iguaçu Falls, one of the worlds most amazing natural wonders. Iguaçu Falls offers beautiful walks in the protected forests, boat trips up to the towering falls and an abundance of toucans and butterflies in the trees! Some say the Argentine side is the best and others that the Brazilian side is more impressive- you decide! Arriving refreshed in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires we will tour the citys lovely centre and enjoy the hospitality of the friendly Porteños. Visit the nearby Pampas for a gaucho tour, enjoy the worlds finest steak dinner or watch a tango performance in romantic San Telmo before finishing this incredible southern expedition.
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San Pedro (HP) San Pedro (HP) San Pedro (HP) Altiplano (HP) Uyuni (HP) Potosi (HP) Potosi (HP) Sucre (HP) Sucre (HP) Samaipata (HP) Santa Cruz (HP) Night train to Brazil
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Pantanal (HP) Pantanal (HP) Pantanal/Bonito (HP) Bonito (HP) Bonito (HP) Iguaçu Falls (HP) Iguaçu Falls (HP) Iguaçu Falls (HP) Luxury Overnight Bus Buenos Aires (HP) Buenos Aires (HP) Buenos Aires
Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile - Lodging Tour
HP = Hotel night included in the price
TOUR ESSENTIALS
Duration: 24 days When to go: Year Round Accommodation: 19 hotel/rustic lodge nights 2 nights hammock (Pantanal) 2 nights train/luxury bus Meals: Paid locally
WHATS INCLUDED
" Services of English/Spanish/ Portuguese speaking tour leader and all land transportation " 21 nights hotel/lodge/hostel accommodation shown as (HP) in the itinerary " El Tatio Geysers, Uyuni Salt Flats, and Moon Valley tour with local hot springs " Horseback riding, guided trekking and piranha fishing in Pantanal (with some meals) " Guided tour of Samaipata ruins " Entry to Balneario do Sol and El Fuerte " Guided tour of Iguaçu Falls " Overnight train to Brazil " Overnight luxury bus to Buenos Aires with meal service " Guided city tour of Buenos Aires " Admission to all National Parks as per the itinerary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Sand boarding in San Pedro " Mountain biking Boat tour of Iguaçu Falls " Horseback riding Traditional Argentine estancia (ranch) tour & BBQ
LOCAL PAYMENT
US$300 cash (approx) for internal flight. Payment is made to the trek leader at the start of tour.
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