Exciting Places To Visit On A Latin America Adventure Travel

By Christine Burns


Many travel enthusiasts regard South America as the Mecca of travel destinations. With lots of awe inspiring sites to explore, it is easy to understand why many regard it as such. The following are some of the locations you should include in your itinerary during your Latin America adventure travel.

Among the highly trafficked nations in the continent include Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay and Colombia. The Inca trail in Peru kicks off this list. This awe inspiring site is situated at the top of the Andes Mountains. It lies within what was once the Inca city of Machu Picchu.

Many travelers adore it for its sheer breathtaking beauty. The trail is also complexly designed, adding to the mystery surrounding it. Many often wonder why such a grand site would be constructed in a place as remote as the Andes. What makes the site a top visited place by adventurers is the fact that the trails are challenging to traverse.

The Amazon is a top attraction in the continent as well. Most accomplished adventurers have explored it at some point. The Amazon covers an estimated 5.5 million square kilometer distance over nine nations. It has been proven to harbor 30 percent of all the flora and fauna species worldwide.

The ecosystem consists of a main river and a dense jungle. The Amazon River cruises through the jungle past an array of countries. The river is home to the most diverse species of fish and snakes in the world. When you climb up the tall tree canopies that dot the rainforest, you get to see a once in a lifetime view of the surrounding ecosystem.

The Iguazu Fall, another interesting site, can be found at the Brazilian and Argentinean border. The imposing size of the waterfalls always leaves one in awe. There is a fear element that creeps in you as you listen to the cascading waterfalls roar. The cascades travel for 3 kilometers via the jungle. The best part of it all is that one need not stand far to watch the waterfalls thanks to the intricately constructed boardwalks close by.

Bolivia is also not left behind. The Uyuni Salt Flats is one gem that the nation prides itself with. This site used to be a lake that occupied a vast proportion of the southwestern part of Bolivia. During rainfall, the vast white plain turns into some sort of expansive mirror. It often looks like something out of a science fiction movie.

Many adventurists also like to explore the Galapagos Islands. The islands are home to lots of spectacular marine species and birds. Many travel to get up close and personal with the playful tortoises and sea lions. The surrounding waters are also crystal clear, which makes for a perfect snorkeling opportunity. The penguins and iguanas are also incredible to watch.

Complete your tour with a visit to Rio de Janeiro. There is a legendary aspect to the Copacabana beach. It is always teeming with sunbathers from across the world. Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks the city from the Corcovado Mountain, giving the feeling of divine protection.




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