South America has it all, jungle, paradise beaches, mountains for trekking, amazing wildlife, ancient culture.
South America on a Shoestring travel guide
To help you realise your dream of visiting this incredible region of the planet, check out our Top 3 South America Destinations to visit on a budget. Traveling with family, and even as a couple, or alone can be expensive. These guides will help you to save money and still enable you to have cash to spend on fun!
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ETG Tip: If traveling long distance overland, catch the odd night bus and combine travel with accommodation.
Top 3 South America on a Budget Guides
1. Uruguay - South America on a Shoestring (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
The excellent hostel scene, extensive bus network, good restaurants and abundant campsites make Uruguay a backpacker’s dream. Even world-class destinations such as Colonia del Sacramento and Punta del Este offer abundant cheap sleeps in all but the absolute peak periods.
Whether your tools are crampons and an ice-axe for scaling 6000m Andean peaks, a helmet and bravado for biking the World’s Most Dangerous Road, or a rod and reel to do battle with 3m fish, Bolivia will challenge you.
3. South America on a Shoestring - Argentina (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
With its gorgeous landscapes, cosmopolitan cities and lively culture, Argentina is a traveler’s paradise. Nature lovers can traverse the Patagonian steppe, climb South America’s highest peak, walk among thousands of penguins and witness the world’s most amazing waterfalls.
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