Travel to South America with ExtremeGuide
For Ukrainians, South America remains a mysterious continent, a destination few have ever reached. However, the region’s picturesque panoramas and mysteries of ancient civilizations make it worth the effort. It’s no wonder Jules Verne celebrated it in “The Children of Captain Grant”—a trip to South America allows you to experience the most majestic wonders of the world. Moreover, everyone can find trekking and climbing experiences suited to their abilities.
A South American tour includes the chance to climb the highest point in the Western Hemisphere (Mount Aconcagua) or the world’s tallest volcano (Ojos del Salado). But the continent boasts many other peaks, astonishing in their beauty. Each route offers a vast diversity of flora and fauna. By choosing to hike in South America, you’ll also have the opportunity to encounter extraordinary relics of ancient civilizations—the Incas and Aztecs.
Popular tours in South America and their features
South America is a treasure trove for extreme adventurers. It boasts the world’s highest volcanoes and the longest mountain range. And the most convenient way to embrace this vastness is to take an adventure tour of South America with experienced guides and climbers.
The ExtremeGuide team offers the opportunity to explore unique routes and enjoy truly picturesque landscapes. Here are just a few of the most popular tours to South America:
- Climbing Aconcagua—with us, you can conquer the highest peak outside of Asia, crowning the Andes. You can choose either the classic route with its spartan conditions or a more comfortable program. The optimized tour, instead of long treks, includes spectacular helicopter flights all the way to the Plaza de Mulas campsite. Regardless of your choice, this South American trek will deliver a thrilling adrenaline rush and leave you with unforgettable memories of magical views.
- Climbing Ojos del Salado – in addition to the classic “7 Summits” program, there is an identical route for the highest volcanoes on every continent, and Ojos del Salado occupies a prominent place in it. It is located on a high plateau in the Atacama Desert, the driest in the world. Due to its extreme remoteness from civilization, this South American tour attracts lovers of pristine nature and the unknown. This trek will also take you to salt lakes and authentic high-altitude salt flats.
- Climbing Sajama – with this extreme tour to South America, you’ll get a closer look at one of the world’s highest metropolises, Bolivia’s capital, La Paz (3,600 m), and climb an extinct stratovolcano, considered one of the most unusual in the world. Throughout the route, you’ll enjoy unforgettable views of the Bolivian altiplano. Another highlight of this South American trip is soaking in hot springs.
- Climbing the Cotopaxi and Chimborazo volcanoes is a unique opportunity to climb two iconic volcanoes in Ecuador. Chimborazo (6,310 m) is unique in that its summit is the farthest from the center of the Earth. By choosing this tour to South America, you’ll also visit the Galapagos Islands, renowned for their incredible landscapes, multicolored sand beaches, and diverse nature. It’s no wonder Charles Darwin developed his theory here.
Climbing and hiking in South America
Climbing in South America beckons with its incredible natural diversity, from jungles to glaciers, the mysteries of ancient civilizations, and the opportunity to test yourself against the backdrop of epic mountains. By trusting ExtremeGuide, you can fully immerse yourself in the adventure, leaving the hassle of logistics to us. We also offer tours to South America at the best possible rates.
The price of a tour to South America may vary depending on the duration and difficulty, as well as a number of other factors. On each trip page, you can see what’s included in the price, as well as preparation requirements and a detailed route description. When organizing tours to South America, we strive to ensure maximum safety and comfort.