South America gives the backpacker a fascinating mix of cultures, scenery and sophistication. From the rain forests of Brazil and the bustle of Rio de Janeiro to the glaciers at the tip of Argentina, Latin America has everything you could possibly want for a true backpacking experience or gap year.
Planning is key as the variety of backpacking holiday available is immense, whether it be skiing or mountaineering in the Andes of Chile or Argentina, travelling the Inca Trail in Peru or trailing the Amazon or experiencing carnivals in Brazil.
The choice is yours.
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