Thursday, February 15, 2018

Exciting Places To Visit On A Latin America Adventure Travel

By Christine Burns


Visiting South America is a dream come true for the average travel enthusiast. With a plethora of breathtaking sites, it is no secret why this is so. Here are a few places you might want to explore during your Latin America adventure travel.

Among the most visited countries in this beautiful continent are Bolivia, Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Brazil and Argentina. The Inca trail located in Peru is the first site on the list. It lies atop the Andes Mountains. The trail is part of the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu.

Many travelers adore it for its sheer breathtaking beauty. The trail is also complexly designed, adding to the mystery surrounding it. Many often wonder why such a grand site would be constructed in a place as remote as the Andes. What makes the site a top visited place by adventurers is the fact that the trails are challenging to traverse.

The continent is also famous for the Amazon. Almost every accomplished adventurer has explored this gem. In total, the Amazon ecosystem is estimated to traverse nine countries in a distance of 5.5 million square kilometers. It is also said to host thirty percent of all the plant and animal species in the world.

The ecosystem consists of a main river and a dense jungle. The Amazon River cruises through the jungle past an array of countries. The river is home to the most diverse species of fish and snakes in the world. When you climb up the tall tree canopies that dot the rainforest, you get to see a once in a lifetime view of the surrounding ecosystem.

Away from the beauty of the Amazon, the border of Brazil and Argentina is home to the Iguazu Falls. The expansive rows of waterfalls make for a sight to behold. There is an adrenaline inducing effect that comes from hearing the thunderous roar of the falls. The cascades stretch for about three kilometers through the jungle. Thankfully, you can watch this wonder safely from a close up position thanks to the vast network of boardwalks set along the sides.

Like its neighboring countries, Bolivia is also home to some wonderful sites. One must see site is the Uyuni Salt Flats. The entire site was once a lake that covered a vast swathe of southwest Bolivia. When it rains, the expansive white plain gets transformed into a mega mirror. The resulting landscape looks out of this world.

Most adventurists also often tour the Galapagos Islands. A diverse range of birds and marine animals roam the islands. Travelers often love interacting with the playful sea lions and tortoises. The islands are surrounded by crystal clear waters that are great for snorkeling. The iguanas and penguins also make for an interesting site.

Complete your tour with a visit to Rio de Janeiro. There is a legendary aspect to the Copacabana beach. It is always teeming with sunbathers from across the world. Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks the city from the Corcovado Mountain, giving the feeling of divine protection.




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