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Overlanding across South America from west to east, we begin our epic journey in Santiago, Chile's urbane capital, driving through the stunning Lake District on our way to Bariloche in Argentina. We'll overland across Patagonia, heading for the end of the world - Tierra del Fuego, and the town of Ushuaia, departure point for trips to Antarctica. Patagonia is famed for its wilderness, and we'll explore the dramatic wilderness of Torres del Paine, and go glacier walking at Moreno. Heading to Buenos Aires there's time to relax and enjoy the city before we turn north for Brazil. We'll go wildlife spotting in the wetlands of the Pantanal, then drive up the beautiful Emerald Coast, ending our epic South American journey in Rio de Janeiro.

what's included?

Week 1: Santiago, Pucon & Bariloche

• Explore and discover the streets of Santiago
• Discover the Chilean Lake District
• Time for optional adventure activities around Pucon
• 3 night stay in stunning lakeside resort of Bariloche

Week 2: Patagonia & Ushuaia

• Wildcamping through the vast Patagonian expanses
• Visit the UNESCO site Cueva de las Manos at Río Pinturas
• Spend time at the end of the world in Ushuaia

Week 3: Tierra del Fuego, Magellan Straits & Torres del Paine NP

• Discover Tierra del Fuego - the land of fire
• Follow in Darwin's footsteps across the Magellan Straits
• Bushcamp at the old estancia of San Gregoria
• 4 days to explore and trek the rugged Torres del Paine National Park

Week 4: Moreno Glacier & Los Glaciares NP

• Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier
• Explore the awesome Los Glaciares National Park
• Encounter the penguin colonies on the Atlantic Coast

Week 5: Valdez Peninsula & Buenos Aires

• Guided visit to Valdez Peninsula to meet the elephant seals and sealions
• Overland through the vast Pampas, home to the cowboy Gauchos
• Explore cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America

Week 6: Iguazu Falls & Bonito

• Visit the Jesuit ruins at San Ignacio de Mini
• Discover the majestic Iguazu Falls from Argentina and Brazil
• Overland adventures across the Tropic of Capricorn
• 2 full days to enjoy the crystal clear waters at Bonito, Brazil's ecotourism capital

Week 7: Brazilian Pantanal, Campo Grande & Brotas

• 2 night wildlife safari into the Pantanal
• Travel overland via Campo Grande, capital of Mato Grosso do Sul
• Time for optional adventure activities at Brotas

Week 8: Parati & Rio de Janeiro

• 3 days on Brazil's Emerald Coast
• Laid back boat trip to explore emerald coast islands from Parati
• Arrive in vibrant Rio de Janeiro

what can I do on the way?

(Activities available at extra costs)

• Wine tasting tour in a renowned Chilean vineyard
• Trek up the snowcapped volcano Mt Villarica
• Horseriding, white-water rafting or hikes around Pucon
• Boat trips, treks, bikes and horse riding in stunning mountains
• Beagle channel boat trips and sightseeing flights from Ushuaia
• Zodiac boat trips, horse rides and trekking in Torres del Paine National Park
• Ice walk up, boat trip to or horse riding near the Moreno Glacier
• Glacier trek, hikes and horseriding in Los Glaciares National Park
• Winter boat trips to find Southern Right whales off the Valdez Peninsula
• Practice your dance steps in the birthplace of Tango
• Experience the atmosphere at an Argentinian football match
• Boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter over Iguazu Falls
• Caving, rafting and snorkeling in the waters of Bonito
• If time allows white-water rafting and canyoning at Brotas
• Scuba dive on Parati's Emerald Coast
• Horseriding and mountain biking in Parati
• Visit the favelas of Rio de Janeiro
• Take a cable car up Sugarloaf mountain in Rio
• Visit the world famous statue Christ the Redeemer

General Notes:

Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels and hostels. Because of its nature, this itinerary may vary: occasionally road conditions are too adverse during the rainy season (Jan. & Feb.) to make the crossing from Uyuni to Argentina and we may have to change the route.

Optional 6 night Rio Carnival Package

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