South America Bucket List

Stand among the cloud-wrapped ruins of Machu Picchu, the 15th-century Inca citadel perched high above Peru's Sacred Valley

Explore the diverse continent of South America, from the Amazon rainforest to the Andes mountains and vibrant cities

Visit Brazil, the largest country in South America known for its Amazon rainforest, vibrant cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, and iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer.

Visit Colombia, a country in South America known for its diverse landscapes, coffee culture, and vibrant cities

Journey through Peru — Inca citadels, Amazon rainforest, Andean peaks and the boldest food scene in the Americas

Visit Argentina, a South American country known for its diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich history

Visit Chile, a South American country known for its diverse landscapes including the Atacama Desert, Andes mountains, and Patagonia region

Visit Ecuador, a country in South America known for its diverse landscapes including the Amazon rainforest, Andes mountains, and Galapagos Islands

Try tamarillo, a tropical fruit also known as tree tomato, native to South America.

Visit Uruguay, a South American country known for its beaches, colonial towns, and vibrant culture

Trek four days over Inca stone paths and cloud-forest passes to walk into Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate at dawn

Try feijoa, a tropical fruit native to South America with a unique sweet-tart flavor.

Visit Bolivia, a landlocked country in South America known for its diverse landscapes including the Andes mountains, Amazon rainforest, and the Uyuni Salt Flats

Visit Guyana, a South American country known for its diverse wildlife, pristine rainforests, and unique blend of cultures

Visit Venezuela, a South American country known for its diverse landscapes including the Andes mountains, Amazon rainforest, and Angel Falls, the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall

Visit Paraguay, a landlocked country in South America known for its Guarani culture, Jesuit ruins, and the Itaipu Dam

Visit Suriname, a culturally diverse South American country known for its tropical rainforests, Dutch colonial architecture, and unique blend of ethnicities

Complete a full marathon (42.2 km) in South America, such as in cities like Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, or Santiago.

Watch South American premier football competition

South America's shared caffeinated herbal brew.

Explore French Guiana, an overseas region of France on the northeastern coast of South America. Discover the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou (Europe's primary launch site for satellites, including the Ariane rockets), hike to the top of Mount Roraima (a flat-topped mountain on the border with Brazil and Venezuela, known for its unique table-top shape and endemic species), and visit the Îles du Salut (including Devil's Island, a former penal colony with a haunting history). Also, experience the vibrant culture in the capital, Cayenne, with its colorful markets and Creole cuisine.

Cross the Drake Passage, the body of water between South America and Antarctica, known for its rough seas and challenging conditions.

Grilled corn cakes split and filled.

Stuffed Latin American pastries, baked or fried.