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EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE

The best part of any journey is the experiences you have along the way, leaving
you with memories to relive long after the holiday is over.

South America has countless amazing things to see and do. Here are 10 of our
favourites to inspire your wanderlust.

Atacama Desert, Chile Taquile Island, Peru

CHILE’S SALT FLATS ISLANDS OF LAKE TITICACA
Located just 55 kilometres south of San Pedro, the Take a boat ride and discover the magical
well-known Atacama Desert is a maze of salt lakes islands of Lake Titicaca – the world’s highest
spilling into Bolivia. Some of these lakes, such navigable lake. Step ashore the Uros Island,
as Cejar Lagoon, are popular swimming spots, made completely from reeds, before heading
though with such a high salt content, one does further east to the stunning Taquile Island. The
more floating than swimming! With a dramatic climb to the top is steep, but you’ll be rewarded
Andean Mountain background and stunning with stunning views of the lake. Two of the lake’s
hues of pink, blue and yellow, these lakes are an jewels are undoubtedly Suasi and Amantica
amazing place to watch the sunset and the various Islands, both accessible by boat and featuring
species of flamingos who flock here to feed. stunning eco-lodges for extended stays.

Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Chile

EXPLORE NATIONAL PARKS
Be prepared for a nature overload, as South
America is replete with dazzling and diverse
national parks. Easter Island’s Rapa Nui National
Park is home to the famous moai statues. Located
in Argentina, Tierra del Fuego is the most southern
of South America’s national parks, while both
Brazil and Argentina lay claim to the magnificent
Iguazú and Iguacu National Parks. The famous
Torres del Paine National Park is popular among
hikers, trekkers and adventurers. You can explore
the park in style, thanks to a number of hotels and
lodges in the immediate area.
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

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