The tourist destinations in South America are many, but next we are going to present to you those that, in our opinion, are known as the best ones, not only for their natural beauties, but also for the amount of tourists that demand them every year. Next and in an order of importance, we will describe wonderful tourist destinations in Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Suriname, Guyana, Bolivia, Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay.

Los Roques in Venezuela: This archipelago offers one of the best landscapes in South America, and is made up of 42 islands and about 250 coral reefs, with an area of more than 21,000 hectares where it is said that there are 98% of all coral species in the world. In addition, you can practice water sports, such as sailing, kayaking, diving or windsurfing.

Los Roques Venezuela Archipiélago

Tatacoa Desert in Colombia: It is located in the south of this country, in the department of Huila where there are 330 km2 of humid tropical dry forest, in spite of being a desert with impressive natural scenes, a silence that bristles the skin and the spirit, and from there you can observe the constellations. You can choose to stay in hotels, in hostels or inns.

Salvador de Bahia, Brazil: Considered the first capital of this country, it offers a fabulous natural environment, accompanied by the joy of its people, which has made it become one of the best tourist destinations in South America. It also has extraordinary beaches, a circuit with more than 350 churches of various architectural styles with a well preserved old town called Pelourinho, declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its colonial and baroque buildings.

Urubamba in Peru: This “Sacred Valley of the Incas” is located at the foot of “The Andes” and is one of the tourist destinations in South America with more tourist demand. There is one of the doors to go to Machu Pichu, in addition to the fact that you can meet several villages of the traditional colonial style and some archaeological centers.

Urubamba Perú Valle Sagrado Incas

Pucón in Chile: Although it is located about 780 km south of Santiago de Chile, many tourists travel by train to this city, where Araucania is located, one of the best areas of the country. Villarrica volcano surrounds the city of Pucón, what makes it one of the tourist destinations in South America preferred by lovers of extreme sports such as mountaineering, and official services are offered to carry out this type of activities.

It is also a good option for those who practice ecotourism, or for those who like skiing and / or snowboarding as there are very good facilities, 20 ski slopes, and 6 cable cars, among other services.

Baños in Ecuador: This city is surrounded by three volcanoes, and is one of the tourist destinations in South America ideal for those who try to live an experience full of adrenaline and adventure. It is located in the center of the country, in the province of Tungurahua, and is known as “The Door to the Amazon” since it is located in the Amazon Basin, on the banks of the Pastaza River, highlighting the abundant springs of mineral water and the Catholic pilgrimages that are made in the area because it is believed that there was an apparition of the Virgin Mary near the waterfall. You can also visit “The Tree House”, where the end of the world swing is.

Baños Ecuador Amazonas Cascada

Paramaribo in Suriname: This city has a varied and beautiful colonial architecture which accompanies an ethnic diversity that attracts the attention of visitors to this country which is not a popular tourist destination. However, we have decided to include it in our list because it is worth knowing that cultural mixture of indigenous, African, Indian, Javanese, and descendants of the Netherlands who arrived with its colonization. The historic centre of Paramaribo, declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, stands out.

Rupununi Savannah in Guyana: It was selected as one of the best tourist destinations in South America because it offers natural scenarios similar to those observed in Africa, where you can practice ecological and adventure tourism.

Island of the Sun in Bolivia: Many of the adventurous tourists who dream of traveling to South America want to take the route from Bolivia-Peru-Chile. Lake Titicaca is there, which has 41 islands and is one of the favorite attractions of this route. For a reason it is one of the most visited tourist destinations in South America by bohemian tourists, lovers of adventure and the culture of the Incas.

Isla del Sol Bolivia Lago Titicaca

Route of the Seven Lakes in Argentina: It is a 107 km route, ranging from San Martín de Los Andes to La Angostura Town, where there are some of the most spectacular natural scenery in Patagonia. Among the most recognized lakes are Escondido, Villarino, Espejo, Correntoso and Lácar.

Encarnación in Paraguay: Paraguay’s third most important city has spectacular beaches, and in recent years the celebration of its carnivals has reached international renown, hence some call it “The new Rio de Janeiro”. In addition, it has diverse cultural and natural attractions, being able to visit the ruins of the Jesuit missions of Santa Trinidad de Paraná with the population of Posadas in Argentina, as well as the town called Jesús de Tavarangue, which is the only place declared as a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

Polonio Cape in Uruguay: It is 260 km from Montevideo, with difficult access that is worth overcoming since there are practically deserted beaches, large white sand dunes, sea lions, and spectacular views that you will surely enjoy. The key is getting there through 4 × 4 vehicles or horses, which gives a touch of adventure to the journey.

Cabo Polonio Uruguay Dunas Arena

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