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Getting To and Around South America
Airlines and airports, cruises, busses, tours and tour operators, rental cars, subways: all the ways to get transportation to and around in South America. Remember to check each country's trip planning section.
Cruce de Lagos - Lake Crossing between Chile and Argentina
The lake crossing between the lake districts of Chile and Argentina is an all-season trip that thousands of visitors enjoy every year. It involves both road and lake crossings, with scenic vistas of Andean mountain peaks, waterfalls and wildlife.
Getting to Buenos Aires
Travel by air, land or sea.
Train Trips Best for Sightseeing
Long distance and train travel between South American countries is a thing of the past, but local passenger and sightseeing train trips are still available, and in many cases, an attraction in themselves. Some are for fun only, others are a viable way to travel.
Visa and Passport Requirements for South American Countries
Passports are required for travel, and are issued by your country of origin. Visa requirements are set by the country you plan to visit. It is your responsibility to check entry requirements with the consular officials of the countries to be visited well in advance of your trip. Allow sufficient time for processing of both passports and visas.
Horseback Adventures in South America
In many instances, horses are the only way to reach remote areas for non-trekkers and hikers. Some routes are no more than trails, others too rough for a vehicle. Some of the horseback tours are more rugged and demand more than a beginner’s skill.
Hacienda Alegria, Ecuador
The hacienda specializes in horseback riding adventures, some only a day in length and requiring a minimun of skill. Others involve advanced horsemanship and days in the saddle.