Straddling the borders of Brazil and Argentina is one of the world’s most spectacular set of waterfalls: Iguazu Falls. Its name derives from the indigenous words for ‘big water’. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of South America‘s natural seven wonders of the world. Here’s all the information you need on the […]
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Category: South America
Backpacking South America is something else. It is colourful, wild and challenging. I spent a month crossing this continent, from the painted cities and dramatic deserts of Chile to the vibrant beachfront city of Rio de Janeiro, then via the spectacular Iguazu Falls to the impressive Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires where I discovered the city’s history, tried tango dancing and visited a beautiful yoga studio.
Check out my posts below to find out more about why each of these places is so special, or dive into a one-month South America itinerary.
This is the Best Chile Backpacking Itinerary for 2 Weeks (2025)
Visitors to South America would be mad to miss Chile: its charming cities are full of personality, while its dramatic landscapes have the wow factor. And now is the time to come. Chile has recently introduced visa-free entry for visitors from 94 countries. On my round the world trip, I spent two weeks in Chile […]