South America View Itineraries

We recommend that you visit your doctor or a traveller’s medical centre for current information specific to those countries that you will be travelling through. 

As a general guide we recommend the following: - Yellow Fever – Especially for jungle areas - Hepatitis – Both A and B (twinrix) - Typhoid - Diphtheria - Cholera - Rabies - Tetanus

Yes, many families, of all ages, travel to South America and it's a welcoming destination to kids. In particular, places like the Amazon, Peru, and the Galapagos are very child-friendly, with lots of wildlife and unique activities that will educate and inspire travellers of any age. 

Most Australian travellers fly into Santiago, Chile. It's possible to fly direct from several capital cities, while other flights have a stopover in Auckland.

From Santiago, it's easy to connect to your next destination, such as Buenos Aires or Lima. 

Many travellers, and avid photographers, are drawn to the South American continent for its incredibly unique wildlife. Where you decide to visit will depend on what wildlife you hope to see, but in general, some of the best South American destinations for wildlife include the Amazon, the Galapagos Islands, the Brazilian Pantanal. 

South America is also a dream for bird watching, in particular places like Colca Canyon, the Cloud Forests of Ecuador, and the Amazon River basin. 

The level of fitness needed will depend on the South America tour that you choose to take in terms of countries to be visited and the types of activities to be included in your itinerary. Many parts of South America are at altitudes above 2000 metres, where there is a risk of altitude sickness. Altitude sickness effects everyone differently and usually has nothing to do with your general fitness level, but we highly recommend acclimatizing at altitude before taking strenuous treks or walks.

However, it's definitely possible to experience South America and have an amazing time, no matter your fitness levels. 

A vast continent like South America can be overwhelming, so we recommend starting with a few key regions that you most want to visit! Many first-time visitors may spend anywhere from 1-3 weeks, but it all comes down to where you want to go and your schedule.

Our Signature South America itineraries are curated to showcase the best of each country or region, but we can also add on more time if you'd like to extend your stay. We can also help you visit Patagonia, Machu Picchu, or any other destination before or after your Antarctica cruise. 

Visas are required by some nationalities for travel to certain South American countries. Please refer to the detailed information on the specific countries that you plan to travel through for visa requirements or contact the official government website for your destination country. 

South America is truly a year-round destination, as the continent is so vast that you'll always find somewhere with great weather!

Southern South American destinations like Buenos Aires, the Galapagos, and Patagonia are best visited in the Southern Hemisphere summer, as warmer weather and long days are ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. 

For Machu Picchu, the best time to visit is during the dry season of May through October.