20/02/2026
Central & South America off-the-beaten-path favorites to save for your trip planning 👇
We traveled through nearly 20 countries last year on our trip around the world. Countless magical moments, impossible to recap in one post. So there will be a few. 😁
Our route through Central & South America was the perfect ease into our year+ of nomadic travel. The warmth of the people in every country. The diversity of landscapes, culture, food, music, and ways of life. Awe-inspiring. There's so much more to explore. Stay tuned for Part 2 from Patagonia. 🌎
Traveling friends: What are your favorite highlights in these places & what's a can't miss for next time?
Exploring South America? I'd love to share any info that can help your trip. DM me anytime, or book a free 1:1 trip chat: bio.site/thriveonwandering (link in bio)
Save this post for your trip planning! A few of our favorites:
Puerto Viejo 🇨🇷 Beach Hopping: Playa Negra > Cocles > Punta Uva > Manzanillo • Nature & Wildlife: Parque Nacional Cahuita
Cartagena 🇨🇴 Eats: • Artisan Goods: Casa Shalom Accesorios Artesanales
Medellín 🇨🇴 Neighborhoods: Poblado, Laureles (), Envigado () • Don't Miss: Plaza Botero, Comuna 13 Tour, Casa Museo Otraparte, Parque La Guayacana
Lima 🇵🇪 Neighborhoods: Barranco, Miraflores • Eats: • Artisan Goods: • Don't Miss: .paddle
Huaraz 🇵🇪 Eats: .verde • Stay: (at entrance of Huascarán National Park) • Hostel & Huayhuash Trek Guides: • Day Tours & Treks: • Mountain Biking: • Don't Miss: Mercado Central de Huaraz
Cusco / Machu Picchu 🇵🇪 Stay: ANDENES by Mountain Lodges of Peru • Tours & Treks: • Eats: .cusco
Buenos Aires 🇦🇷 Neighborhoods: Palermo, Villa Crespo, Recoleta • Eats: .cafeteria .palermo • Music:
