Sisters! Before heading to South America, it’s important to do your research. I didn’t prepare anything when I went to South America, and I started running into problems as soon as I arrived ❌
It was a waste of travel time and not enjoyable at all… Today, I’m going to share some information about traveling in South America, hoping it will be helpful for everyone‼
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【Weather for South American Travel from June to August】
🔹June to August is winter in the Southern Hemisphere, with diverse climates:
🟡 Andes Mountains (Peru/Bolivia) 5-15°C 🌤️ Cool and dry
🟡 Amazon Rainforest (Brazil/Ecuador) 25-30°C 🌿 Reduced rainfall
🟡 Patagonia (Argentina) 0-8°C ❄️ Storms and polar scenery
⛷️ Suitable for: 🏜️ Stargazing in the Atacama Desert (clearest night sky in the world), hiking the Inca Trail (peak season for Machu Picchu), 🐒 Wildlife tracking in the Amazon (pink dolphins/tree sloths)
✨ Unique Experiences:
🎉 Inti Raymi (Sun Festival) in Cusco on June 24th
🌌 “Mars Night” in Uyuni (galaxy photography during the dry season)
🚣♀️ Iguazu Falls rafting adventure
🔥 Chilean volcanic hot springs (bathing in Viallico with snow views)
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💜 [How to Enjoy South American Travel?]
📍 Peru
Machu Picchu | Sun Temple in Cusco | Rainbow Mountain in the Sacred Valley
Larco Museum in Lima | Reed Islands on Lake Titicaca | Nazca Lines
📍 Brazil
Christ the Redeemer in Rio | Iguazu Falls | Canoeing in the Amazon Rainforest
Art Avenue in São Paulo | Copacabana Beach | Christ the Redeemer Church
📍 Argentina
Obelisk in Buenos Aires | Moreno Glacier | End of the World Post Office in Ushuaia
Colorful streets in La Boca | Penguin Island in Tierra del Fuego | Swiss-style wooden houses in Bariloche
📍 Chile
Moai Statues on Easter Island | Moon Valley in Atacama | Torres del Paine National Park
Graffiti-covered hills in Valparaíso | Plaza de Armas in Santiago | Volcanic Hot Springs
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📌 [Pre-travel Guide for South America]
💗 Activities: Tripadvisor (like Dianping but for foreigners)
🌐 Navigation: Moovit (public transit info), Google Maps, MAPS.ME
💬 Translation: Google Translate
🚗 Transportation: Skyscanner, Buser, Uber, DiDi, Lyft
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🌎 [10-Day South American Itinerary Recommendation]
D1: Domestic flight ✈ Lima
D2: Lima ✈ Cusco
D3: Sacred Valley → Ollantaytambo → Overnight in Aguas Calientes
D4: Sunrise at Machu Picchu + Hike to Huayna Picchu → Return to Cusco
D5: Cusco ✈ Uyuni
D6: Salt flats sunrise motorcycle tour → Red Lagoon flamingos
D7: Uyuni to Atacama
D8: Tatio Geysers → San Pedro de Atacama ✈ Iguazu
D9: Devil’s Throat hike at Iguazu → Boat tour on the Argentine side ✈ Buenos Aires
D10: Tango in La Boca + Casa Rosada → Night flight ✈ back home
☑ Focus on high-quality South American travel
☑ Private car service, personalized itinerary, Chinese-speaking driver and guide
☑ 24-hour airport pick-up and drop-off, one-stop service, hassle-free
