South America evokes a special kind of wonder in travelers. You’ll find it in the vast, unchanged wilderness of Patagonia, the mind-boggling biodiversity of the Amazon and the natural history of the Galápagos Islands.

It’s a steamy Rio night with an ice-cold caipirinha, an aromatic morning coffee in Cartagena, or a grill-seared steak in a Buenos Aires parrilla. It’s stories of revolutionary icons and real-life cowboys, transformative journeys, and geographical extremes—here, the promise of an adventure is never far from your reach. But in a continent so big, so varied—where should you go?

Lucky for you, our destination experts are here to help. Take our fun eight-question quiz and unlock your perfect adventure to this beguiling continent.

Photography courtesy of Delfin Amazon Cruises, Clark Kotula, Awasi Atacama and Explora Hotels

Emma’s love for exploration came from her intrepid grandfather—his picture slides from the 60s captured her imagination. Soon, Emma was planning her own adventures to South America, where she has lived and worked. Her extensive knowledge of Latin America is matched only by her passion for crafting trips to the region.

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Olivia moved to Buenos Aires after university without knowing a word of Spanish and with no idea what to expect. It was the start of a love affair that led her to a career in travel, and sharing that love with others. Olivia uses her deep connection with South America to plan thoughtful, highly bespoke trips.

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