A continent rich in colour and ancient geology and home to some of the world's greatest wonders, means that a holiday to Latin America really does offer everything to all. The exotic rainforests of Costa Rica, the towering granite peaks of the Andes and the lesser known pristine wetlands of the Pantanal, have all influenced the cultures of its people.
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LATIN AMERICA
COUNTRIES
Brazil
Each region of Brazil offers a unique culture, and landscape. The Southeast cities of Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo offer a distinct European flavour, whilst the Northeast's beach-studded coastline has a vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture; and the North is home to the pristine Amazon forest, tropical grasslands and wildlife-rich Pantanal wetlands. MORE
Chile
A slim strip of land clinging to the edge of South America, pinned by the Andes Mountains on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other, Chile meanders through over half the continent. Chile offers a treasure chest of natural wonders from the world's driest desert to vast glacial fields, with volcanoes, geysers, lakes, rolling vineyards, steppes and beaches in between. MORE
Costa Rica
Costa Rica has rightly gained a reputation for exotic wildlife, tropical landscapes, and an infectious joie de vivre. There are numerous eco-lodges in prime positions for spotting the country's brightly coloured birds, animals and magnificent flora. There is also an abundance of adventure, whether zip-lining through the rainforest canopy or trekking into the jungle. MORE
Ecuador & Galapagos
Boasting four regions in one country, Ecuador is home to the evolutionary marvel of the Galapagos Islands, the Pacific coast, the majestic Andes mountain range and the Amazonian rain forest. Only in Ecuador can one climb the world's tallest active volcano, kayak the rapids of the Amazon rainforest and crisscross the Equatorial line on horseback - all in one holiday. MORE
Peru
Peru's richly contrasting landscape ranges from its parched coast, high peaks and glaciers of the Andes and desert landscape in the south, stunning beaches in the north and on to the unparalleled diversity of the Amazon Basin. Steeped in history, a myriad of Inca ruins reveals its ancient heritage. MORE
Uruguay
Uruguay, sits proudly between Brazil and Argentina and is one of the easiest countries to explore in South America. Inland you'll find an unhurried pace of life; rolling countryside dotted with welcoming estancias and vineyards. The coastline stretches for miles with wild beaches, dotted with sleepy fishing villages, wildlife reserves and stunning colonial towns. MORE
