3 months in SA - Where to go?

I'm a 23 year old male for Australia leaving to travel in South America for 3 months this coming November.

I'm flying into Buenos Aires and was planning to make my way up the west side of SA, starting in Argentina then moving up into Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia. I have a very open travel itinerary and don't want to overplan...

Just wondering if anyone had any suggestions for must-sees! I realise South America is an enormous continent, so am I being too ambitious by visiting so many countries in 3 months? Did anyone find a particular country/region/city/site a standout? Very curious to hear....😊

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hello luke , i recomend to visit Peru that is amazing place, whit diferents points to visit like Machu Picchu, Lake Titikaka, Colca canyon trek, Arequipa, Nazca lines full cultural and adventures treks you can get if you go to PERU
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thanks for your posts! I'll certainly take these places on board.
Jian and Aaron i'd certainly be interested to hear about any of your plans too, always good to hear other perspectives on South America😊 Reply to this

Hi All, I came across this post as I have a similar interest, was wondering if anybody needed a travel buddy? Although I was thinking of stretching mine out to three months, but ...will see how that goes... Reply to this

Hey Luke!
In Argentina: Check La Patagonia (I didn't go myself, but I am told it is AWESOME) Then if you are into "hippie" stuff, then you might wanna check el Bolson. Check algo the 7 lakes route it is awesome (starts in San Martin de los Andes and goes to Villa la Angostura). Bariloche is beautiful in summer, if you are lucky you can still see snow on the mountains even in summer.
Then I also recommend Mendoza for awesome wine, Cordoba for its friendly people and then the North of Argentina (Salta, Cafayate, Cachi, Tilcara, Purmamarca) which has awesome views.
I didn't go to Bolivia, but travelers often go to the Uyuni Salt flats, Lake Titicaca on their way to Peru.
In Peru Machu Pichu is a must and then most people also go to La isla del sol, which I think is in Lake Titicaca.
In Ecuador, if you have the money, then go to Galapagos islands.
In Colombia I recommend Cali (salsa capital), Bogota, Villa de Leyva (in Boyaca province) Zona Cafetera (Coffee Zone), the Atlantic Coast (Cartagena for colonial architecture, Santa Marta and Parque Tayrona, San Andres & Providencia Islands). There is also a famous trail near Tayrona, Lost City trail, which many people do.

If you are in South America, I also recommend you visit Brazil, which also has A LOT of things to do. Visit not only Rio de Janerio and Sao Paulo, but check Salvador, REcife, Minais Gerais, the beaches in Litoral Norte. I didn't go to all those places myself, but I heard they are awesome.
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Northwest of Argentina with Say Hueque Tours

Hey Luke,
I've been backpacking in Argentina for almost a year now and recommend going from Buenos Aires to Patagonia or up to the Northwest area. You can't go wrong both have mind blowing landscapes. Although, i'm partial to the north because of its distinct culture. You get to see and taste a bit of what indigenous life was like. After that you can head right up into Bolivia for the Salt flats, where you can take some ridiculous pictures. I used a tour company called Say Hueque. for these trips and they helped to eliminate lost time and brought us right to the hot spots since they are spread out. I spent 5 days in the Salta region (which is enough), but still want to go back.
Have fun!

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Hey whats up everyone, I'm in sucky ass costa rica headed south will be in colombia by November working down the west coast to chile if anyone is interested lets meet up for a beer! Reply to this