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Following are our Top Ten places to visit in southern South America. With so many varied destinations and exciting activities to experience, you could actually
spend a lifetime exploring down here, and never see the same place twice!

 
On to the list, in no particular order (click destination for details and available tours)
  Puerto Varas, Chile
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Puyuhuapi, Chile
San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
El Calafate near the Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina
Iguazu Falls, Argentina / Brazil
Santiago, Chile
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Puerto Varas, Chile in the country's Lakes Region
The Osorno Volcano near Puerto Varas, Chile
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The "City Of Roses" on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, with majestic views of the Osorno, Calbuco and Tronador Volcanoes.
This quaint lakeside town is not one of Chile's preferred travel destinations by accident. Come experience it for yourself!
Tours including Puerto Varas (click for itineraries & information)
Activities: Rafting, Hiking, Canopy, Canyoning,   Horseback riding, Kayaking, Climbing, Sailing,   Walking, Fly-fishing, Boating, World Heritage
  sites, and more.
  Gay-Exclusive Patagonia Odyssey 16 days US$ 4,290 pp  
  Chilean Patagonia Express
9 days US$ 1,890 pp  
  Volcanoes, Fjords & Glaciers 7 days US$ 2,790 pp  
  South Cone Urban Tour 12 days US$ 2,090 pp  
   Note: Puerto Varas is also the starting point of the only escorted,    Gay-Exclusive Odyssey Tour through Patagonia, an all-inclusive
   trip which incorporates at least 5 of these top 10 destinations,
   plus numerous others. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
  Torres del Paine programs 9-13 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  A Taste of Chile 13 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  Chilean Fjords & Trekking 13 days US$ 2,150 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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San Pedro de Atacama, Chile in the far North
Iglesia de San Pedro de Atacama
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  An oasis town at the edge of the Salar de Atacama, Chile's largest salt flat, home to thousands of pink flamingos, at the base of a volcano reaching nearly 6,000 meters (19,500 feet), with geysers, unique rock formations, and arguably the country's most beautiful sunsets. Truly an "out of this world" experience.
Activities: Trekking, Volcano climbing, Biking, Sand-boarding, Horseback riding, Visiting geysers and archeological ruins, Soaking in hot springs.
Tours including San Pedro (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive North Chile Overland 16 days US$ 4,690 pp  
To include San Pedro in a customized travel itinerary, Contact Us!
  Note: San Pedro is just one of the key highlights of Chile's only   escorted, Gay-Exclusive Discover the Altiplano Tour between
  Santiago and Arica, visiting numerous Pacific coast beaches and
  surprises at every turn. Gay Tour Hosts throughout!
 
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Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Riding in the wind in front of the Cuernos, or Horns
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Chile's most visited national park, this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve is home to more than 115 species of birds and at least 25 species of mammals, including guanacos (the American Camel), pumas and foxes. With numerous lakes, rivers, waterfalls and amazing granite massifs, this world-renowned trekking destination is a must for any serious traveler.
Activities: Trekking, Birding, Hiking, Camping, Horseback riding, Ice trekking, Glacier cruises, Boating, Nature photography. Tours including Torres del Paine (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive Patagonia Odyssey 16 days US$ 4,290 pp  
  Chilean Patagonia Express 9 days US$ 1,890 pp  
Note: The park is open all year, but during low season (April-October), organized tours operate on a weekly basis.
  Trekking, Patagonia Style 15 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  Torres del Paine programs 9-13 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
   Note: Torres del Paine is the first destination in our Northbound
   Gay-Exclusive Odyssey Tour through Patagonia, an all-inclusive
   trip which incorporates at least 5 of these top 10 destinations,
   plus numerous others. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
  A Taste of Chile 13 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  Hike the "W" in Torres del Paine 9 days US$ 1,590 pp  
  Chilean Fjords & Trekking 13 days US$ 2,150 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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Puyuhuapi, Chile near the San Rafael Glacier
A rainbow, a common sight, in Glacier Sound near Puyuhuapi
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Located in a pristine fjord in southern Chile, Puyuhuapi is a secret getaway just waiting to be discovered.  If being immersed in a rainforest, kayaking through a fjord, taking a catamaran to witness Chile's premier glacier, San Rafael, then soaking in a natural hot springs is for you, Puyuhuapi is your destination.
Activities: Sea kayaking, Glacier cruises, Full day nature hikes, Hot Springs, Mountain biking, Wildlife viewing, Sunbathing. Tours including Puyuhuapi (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive Patagonia Odyssey 16 days US$ 4,290 pp  
  Volcanoes, Fjords & Glaciers 7 days US$ 2,790 pp  
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San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina in the country's Lakes District
Numerous lakes, including Nahuel Huapi, as seen from the top of Campanario Hill near Bariloche
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Over the Andes Mountains from Puerto Varas, Chile, this lakeside resort town is the other end of the famous Lakes Crossing. Outdoor activities abound in and around the many lakes, mountains and forests, not to mention the high quality leather handcraft and huge assortment of local, homemade chocolates!
Activities: Skiing, Hiking, Sailing, Sunbathing, Mountain biking, Chocolate-tasting, Shopping, Wildlife viewing, Horseback riding. Tours including Bariloche (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive Patagonia Odyssey 16 days US$ 4,290 pp  
  South Cone Urban Tour 12 days US$ 2,090 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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El Calafate, Argentina near the Perito Moreno Glacier and El Chalten, the trekking capital of Argentina
The Northern section of the Perito Moreno Glacier
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One of the most active glaciers in the world, the Moreno Glacier resides in Argentina's Glaciers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sight and sound of large pieces calving off into the water is something you will never forget!
Activities: Day trips to viewing platforms, Boat rides for an up close view, Ice trekking, Hiking, Bird watching, Shopping,
Horseback riding .
Tours including El Calafate (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive Patagonia Odyssey 16 days US$ 4,290 pp  
  Trekking, Patagonia Style 15 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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Iguazu Falls, Argentina / Brazil
One of the viewing platforms with a great view of the Iguazu Falls
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Soak up the natural environment in this exotic destination, with national parks overlapping in Argentina and Brazil. Both sides offer unique views of the tremendous waterfalls as you experience the tropical forest up close and personal.
Activities: Hiking in rain forests, Bird watching, Nature photography, Hikes to both Brazilian and Argentinean falls, Boat rides for closeup views. Tours including Iguazu Falls (click for itineraries & information)
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
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Santiago, Chile
The "Sanhattan" area of Santiago, with the snow-capped Andes Mountains as a backdrop
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The most modern of all South American cities, Santiago is a pleasing mix of the old and the new. World class ski resorts, cool Pacific beaches and famous wineries are all within an hour and a half of the city. And finally, a destination with Gay Nightlife!
Activities: City tours, Museums, Shopping, Skiing, Sunbathing, Wine-tasting, Mountain biking, and Dancing the night away at the Gay clubs in Bellavista.
Tours including Santiago (click for itineraries & information)
  Gay-Exclusive Altiplano Overland 16 days US$ 4,690 pp  
  Chilean Patagonia Express 9 days US$ 1,890 pp  
  South Cone Urban Tour 12 days US$ 2,090 pp  
  Note: Santiago is one of two departure points for Chile's only   escorted, Gay-Exclusive Northern Desert Skies Overland Tour   between Santiago and Arica, visiting numerous Pacific coast   beaches and surprises at every turn. Gay Tour Host throughout!
  Torres del Paine programs 9-13 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  A Taste of Chile 13 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Obelisk in Buenos Aires
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The city of Tango, art, fashion, shopping and nightlife, Buenos Aires is the Paris of Latin America, as well as recognized as the most Gay-friendly city on the continent. Let youself be seduced by the city that never sleeps.
Activities: City tours, Museums, Shopping, Tango shows, Evita Peron tours, Cultural trips, Parana River tours, and of course, Gay nightlife. Tours including Buenos Aires (click for itineraries & information)
  Trekking, Patagonia Style 15 days US$ 2,590 pp  
  South Cone Urban Tour 12 days US$ 2,090 pp  
  Captivating Patagonia + Iguazu Falls 16 days US$ 2,990 pp  
  South Cone Splendor 19 days US$ 3,550 pp  
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The famous Copacabana Beach as seen from high above Rio
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Samba... Caipirina... Carioca... Sun... Palm-shaded beaches... Rio de Janeiro can't be described in just a few words. Come see for yourself what the magic is all about.
Activities: City tours, Shopping, Day cruises, Sunbathing, Soccer, Dinner shows, Ascents up Sugar Loaf and Corcovado, Never-ending Nightlife. Tours including Rio de Janiero (click for itineraries & information)
We are currently putting together special package trips to Rio,
including tours of the beaches in northern Brazil.
In the meantime, we can include it in a customized vacation. Contact Us!
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