South America
TRAVELLING TO South America
In South America, Chimu offers superior styled itineraries that have been refined, simplified and perfected, especially for the discerning traveller and their travel party.
Choose one of our Signature itineraries below, choose your date and add extensions to make it yours.
South America is a continent like no other, offering a variety of incredulous terrains, a host of differing cultures, a fascinating and unique range of wildlife, a gastronomic cuisine, an intriguing history and a range of adventure-filled activities.
From snow-capped mountains to turquoise lakes, stark arid deserts, rainforest, vast salt flats, pampas grasslands, glaciers, volcanoes, spectacular coastline and waterfalls, the landscapes of South America are breathtaking. In complete contrast are bustling and vibrant cities such as Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Lima and Montevideo. Then there are fascinating colonial towns such as Cusco, Sucre, Quito, Cartagena and Colonia and the mining towns of Potosi and Ouro Preto. South America is steeped in history and culture and a South America tour could allow you to delve into the history of the Inca, Moche and Nazca civilisations or immerse yourself in the culture of the Quechua Indians or the Afro-Brazilian beat of Salvador. For food lovers, a gastronomic experience awaits, tempting you with mouth-watering Argentinian steaks or fresh seafood ceviche accompanied by a glass of fine Chilean or Argentinian wine.
South America travel offers something for everyone.
In South America, Chimu offers superior styled itineraries that have been refined, simplified and perfected, especially for the discerning traveller and their travel party.
Choose one of our Signature itineraries below, choose your date and add extensions to make it yours.
South America is a continent like no other, offering a variety of incredulous terrains, a host of differing cultures, a fascinating and unique range of wildlife, a gastronomic cuisine, an intriguing history and a range of adventure-filled activities.
From snow-capped mountains to turquoise lakes, stark arid deserts, rainforest, vast salt flats, pampas grasslands, glaciers, volcanoes, spectacular coastline and waterfalls, the landscapes of South America are breathtaking. In complete contrast are bustling and vibrant cities such as Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Lima and Montevideo. Then there are fascinating colonial towns such as Cusco, Sucre, Quito, Cartagena and Colonia and the mining towns of Potosi and Ouro Preto. South America is steeped in history and culture and a South America tour could allow you to delve into the history of the Inca, Moche and Nazca civilisations or immerse yourself in the culture of the Quechua Indians or the Afro-Brazilian beat of Salvador. For food lovers, a gastronomic experience awaits, tempting you with mouth-watering Argentinian steaks or fresh seafood ceviche accompanied by a glass of fine Chilean or Argentinian wine.
South America travel offers something for everyone.
WHY TRAVEL WITH CHIMU ADVENTURES
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We offer flexible travel options in Latin America for the discerning traveller and their travel party.
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We have refined, simplified, and perfected our itineraries over two decades to give you the ultimate experience in each location.
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We know each Latin American country by heart and will work with you to determine which itinerary is best suited to your needs.
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From your initial enquiry until your trip ends, you will be assigned a personal Destination Specialist who will offer a full service for your travel needs: we can book flights, insurance and any ancillary travel required to complete your journey.
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We have offices across South America so you can be assured that ground staff are close at hand to assist whilst you are travelling.
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We are your one stop shop for flights, insurance, itinerary, pre and post tour accommodation.
South America TOURS
FROM USD 6,980
Signature Peru
Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu
Discover the main highlights of Peru from the bustling city of Lima, to the historic town of Cusco, ......
FROM USD 2,775
Signature South America Circle
Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Machu Picchu
This 21-day loop covers the best of Argentina, Brazil, Peru and Chile. Giving you an incredible tast......
FROM USD 7,475
Buenos Aires to Rio
Argentina, Brazil
Discover the highlights of two of South America's most amazing cities, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janei......
FROM USD 2,645
Signature Patagonia
Chile, Patagonia, Argentina
Prepare to have your breath taken away by the enchanting beauty of Patagonia. ......
FROM USD 4,560
Signature Salt Flats & Highlands of the Andes
Chile, Bolivia, Peru
Travel through Chile, Bolivia and Peru from the world's driest desert, Atacama to the Salt Flats of ......
FROM USD 5,140
South America REVIEWS
All Chimu Adventures' clients are given the opportunity to review their trip once they return home. These reviews are administered by a third party and as such are unfiltered by Chimu Adventures.
BLOGS ON South America
Whether you are looking for advice on visas and vaccinations, when to travel, best markets or beaches to visit, wildlife guides or the top restaurants in a city, Chimu blogs are likely to have it covered. The range of topics is vast, with new and fascinating
blogs being added regularly. There are airport guides, Galapagos Island guides, what to pack and what not to pack, and even a blog on the most romantic locations to propose in Latin America!
Best Things To Do in South and Central America – NOVEMBER Guide
As the southern summer season takes hold of a great part of the South America, now is the time to explore the more re...
Visit the Pantanal and Meet Some of the World’s Strangest Creatures
You know you’re approaching an otherworldly place when the street sign tells you to watch out for an animal that se...
Latin America Travel – Best Souvenirs That Won’t End Up in a Drawer
We admit that when travelling, sometimes, it is simply easier to dedicate just a couple of hours of our last day to h...
Last Minute Bookings To Antarctica. Is It Possible?
Antarctica is a beautiful and majestic place and a must do on many people’s bucket list, but what options are there...
Crystal Endeavor- Where Luxury Meets Expedition
Many ships have braved the seas of the Polar regions and many have been specially designed for the distinct condition...
Heads Up! Your Wildlife Guide to the Andes Mountains
Your comprehensive guide to South America’s Andes Mountains – one mesmerizing wildlife treat at a time South Amer...
National Geographic’s World’s Best Eco-lodges – Latin America Cleans Up!
National Geographic has just released its collection of World’s Best Eco-lodges and we certainly weren’t surprise...
Wildlife Watching in Brazil – Amazon VS the Pantanal
One amazing country – two magnificent wildlife powerhouses. Which one is best to visit? Wildlife-enthusiasts lookin...
Why Travelling With a Purpose is the Best Way to Travel
There are more options for meaningful travel, out there, than humans on our planet and that’s because purpose, by i...
The Most Sensational Hiking Trails in Chile (That Aren’t The W-Trek)
You’re an avid hiker and you already know that the W-trek is Chile’s #1 must-do trail. Time to discover what othe...
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What you need to pack will depend on when and where you plan on travelling and on the activities that you plan to include whilst on your South America tour. The following should act as a useful checklist of essential items: • Passport, photocopy of passport & spare passport photos • Travel Insurance documents • Air tickets and itinerary • Foreign Currency (US$) and/or debit/credit cards, traveller’s cheques • Money belt • Small daypack • Basic first aid kit • High UVA sun block • Sunglasses & sunhat • Mosquito spray & insect repellent • Comfortable walking shoes/boots • Sandals • Long sleeve tops and trousers • Light-weight clothing • Warm clothing (depending on itinerary and time of year) • Camera with spare battery and memory cards • Security code padlock • Adaptor • Small torch
South America is a large continent, stretching from 10 degrees north of the Equator in Colombia, to 55 degrees south of the the Equator in Patagonia. This means the equatorial regions of Peru and Ecuador have a wet and dry season with a consistent temperature year round. Peru's dry season ranges from April to October, the same time as the Patagonian winter where day time temperatures are freezing and the sun rises at 9am and sets at 5pm.
If you travel to Patagonia during Peru’s wet season (October – April), you can enjoy up to 16 hours of daylight each day with comfortable daytime temperatures to enjoy the beautiful outdoors. When planning your South American adventure, it's best to try and avoid traveling long distances from north to south to optimise local weather patterns.