South America
Andean peaks, Amazonian rainforest, Patagonian glaciers, Incan ruins, colonial towns, white-sand beaches and vertiginous nightlife: the wonders of South America set the stage for incredible adventures.
Experience the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls. Iguazú Falls Spread between Argentina and Brazil, these are some of the most spectacular waterfalls on earth.
Or you can visit the world’s highest single-drop waterfall in the middle of the Guyanese rainforest - Kaieteur Falls
If you have an adventurous streak in you, explore white-water rafting on Class V rivers and surf amazing breaks off both coasts.
If you think you've experienced it all, head to the dramatic landscapes in Tierra del Fuego, go eye-to-eye with extraordinary creatures in the Galápagos, and scramble up tableland mountains in the Gran Sabana for a panorama that seems straight out of the Mesozoic era.
Another must do is the visit to the ancient ruins. Pre-Columbian peoples left behind a wide-ranging legacy: the awe-inspiring monuments and artfully crafted works in ceramic, gold and stone comprise but a fraction of the great works in existence before the Europeans arrived.
Machu Picchu - The godfather of great ruins, this mountaintop Inca citadel is best enjoyed as the finale of a multiday trek.
Visit Cuzco - The continent's oldest continuously inhabited city, where you can still find flawless Inca-built walls lining cobblestone streets.
Keen to explore the wildlife in South America? Well, South America is home to more plant and animal species than any other place on earth and there are countless settings to watch wildlife.
Visit the Amazon - The mother of all rainforests. If you are drawn to the wild, this mythical rainforest is a must visit.
The Galápagos Needing little introduction, these volcanic islands are home to creatures so tame, you’ll practically be tripping over all the sea lions.
This video says it all, South America's purest of beauties, no words better describe this country.
** Video credits to Constantin Cata and words by lonely planet**