South America is a fantastic destination for backpacking. Exotic locations, a distinctive and exquisite heritage, and varied terrain and weather patterns make it a real treat for backpackers.
South America is a continent with a fantastic historical and cultural heritage. It also has a number of great locations, rain forests and different kinds of terrain and natural phenomena. Apart from the usual tourist spots, which are treats for the casual tourist, other lesser known locations are the real treat in South America. These places are ideal for the backpacking tourist, who looks for a bit of adventure.
Backpacking destination are plenty in South America. Bolivia has places like the salt flats, the beautiful and enchanting Inca trail from La Paz, and destinations along the Amazon river. A thrilling activity for backpackers would be trip on the world's most dangerous road, the road leading from La Paz to Yungas, a place built by Paraguayan prisoners of war.
In Brazil, the breathtaking Iguaçu falls, one the largest in the world, is a popular destination for backpacking tourists. In Chile, the lake district and Patagonia are places worth visiting, as are the Easter islands, a mystic location off the coast of Chile.
Colombia offers an opportunity to visit the Sierra Nevada. The beaches of Ecuador are a real treat, as are the Galapagos islands, which have an exquisite variety of plant and animal life. In Peru, the fabled city of Cuzco, and other landmarks and monuments of the Inca heritage are ideal destinations.
All over South America there are hostel and backpackers motels that make staying easy. Cheap food is also available.
