Sailing through the Galapagos Islands, reaching the entrance of Machu Picchu, wine-tasting at an Argentine winery, or participating in shaman ceremony deep in the Amazonian rainforest, all of this and more can be experienced in the vast South American continent.
Whether you choose to travel through Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, Peru, Machu Picchu, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Colombia, or Antarctica, each destination offers the chance for truly amazing natural and cultural discoveries.
Contact one of Surtrek’s expert and personable South America travel specialists for more information on beginning to design your dream trip of a lifetime.
Perhaps the best word to capture the atmosphere of South America is “diversity.” Ranging from the mega-diversity of the continent’s Amazon basin to the frigid yet remarkably beautiful Patagonia region, South America has it all. On trips here, you can encounter some of the earth’s most exotic wildlife, the most welcoming people, and some of the most enigmatic ancient ruins. Not only can you explore the citadel of Machu Picchu or walk among the hundreds of moai statues on Easter Island, you can also view Giant Galapagos tortoises roaming free in the wild, swim with Pink river dolphins or hear the eerie roar of a troop of Howler monkeys deep in the Amazon rainforest. In addition to meeting with indigenous family members all along the Andes, you can hike through Chile’s famed Torres del Paine Park for spectacular views of glaciers and steep rocky shorelines or even set sail for the “white continent,” Antarctica, on a cruise departing from Ushuaia, Argentina. Your options are virtually unlimited
With over 25 years of introducing adventurous travelers to authentic, environmentally friendly, tailor-made luxury travel experiences across South America, Surtrek is adept at offering some of the best and most complete tour services through and across the continent.
With our experienced travel team of 25 members strong — including native speakers of five different languages — we will work one-on-one with you to custom-design a South American tour that perfectly suits your particular interests and needs.
When traveling to and through South America’s southern Patagonia regions (in southern Argentina &/or Chile), keep in mind that the Southern Hemisphere’s summer takes place during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter. This means that the best time to visit Patagonia is from November to early March – though you'll meet up with crowds of fellow tourist during this peak season.
As for the northern “Tropical” Andes of Ecuador, Peru Bolivia, Colombia and Brazil, the temperatures here remain relatively constant throughout the year, making these destinations that can be easily visited year-round. However, you will have to consider the somewhat rainier “wet season” that extends from December to April. Also, note that Machu Picchu is closed in February for maintenance.
Again, though these countries in the northern part of South American can be visited easily and comfortably any time of the year, the very best months to visit these regions is from May to November.
Wherever you choose to visit in South America, you will be met and welcomed by a Surtrek representative at the respective international airport the moment you touch down, and continuously accompanied by a Surtrek guide throughout your adventure. Arriving at one of these international airports, this will most likely be in the capital city of the respective country that you first plan to visit.
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“Everything was wonderful but the highlight by far was the 5 days trekking in the Angamarca region with Marcial. The scenery and culture was astonishing, and Marcial was the perfect guide.”