What places are safest for Latin America travel in 2025?

You'll find some really solid options for safe travel across Latin America right now. Argentina Chile Costa Rica Uruguay El Salvador and Paraguay are all great choices in 2025 they've got strong safety records that make exploring so much easier. If you're looking for a practical example the Overland Latin America tour takes you through Chile's incredible Atacama Salt Flat and Altiplanic lakes in one of the region's safest areas.

Where can you find the best adventure spots away from cities in Latin America?

There's so much to discover beyond the urban areas! Patagonia's incredible landscapes stretch across Argentina and Chile perfect for hiking trekking and glacier adventures. The Andes Mountains run through multiple countries offering amazing climbing opportunities and high-altitude experiences. The Amazon's a whole different world you can access it from Peru Ecuador or Brazil for incredible river rafting wildlife watching and jungle exploration. Try the Cycle Nicaragua to Panama Canal tour where you'll bike past active volcanoes and pristine lakes or jump on the Overland Latin America tour for an unforgettable Amazon cruise spotting wildlife.

What local cultural experiences can visitors really get involved in?

You'll love getting hands-on with local traditions! In Suchitoto El Salvador learn to make their national dish pupusas during fun workshops on the Best of Central America tour. Head to Peru's Sacred Valley where indigenous communities teach traditional textile making you even get to create your own bracelet. Over on Ometepe Island Nicaragua the Real Guatemala to Costa Rica tour includes amazing cooking classes where you'll learn to make authentic nacatamales. And when in Buenos Aires don't miss trying some tango steps with professional dancers guiding you through the basics.

Which amazing places are still flying under the tourist radar?

There are some incredible spots that don't get the crowds but definitely deserve attention. Cerro Verde in El Salvador's perfect for exploring volcanic craters with amazing views check it out on the Real Guatemala to Costa Rica tour. Near Suchitoto the Cinquera Forest offers something really special a guided walk with an ex-guerrilla fighter part of the Nicaragua & Beyond tour. For a peaceful escape head to Tacuarembó Uruguay's colonial charm where you can experience authentic ranch life on the Best of Argentina Uruguay & Brazil tour.

What are the must-try local dishes and where should you eat them?

The food scene's incredible across Latin America! Argentina's famous for Asado this amazing barbecue feast with grilled meats provoleta cheese and local wines served in traditional settings. In Valparaiso Chile you've got to try chorrillana it's this legendary pile of French fries topped with beef eggs and fried onions. Mexico City's taco scene is unbeatable especially the tacos al pastor try them on a taco crawl during the Central America Explorer tour. And when you're in León Nicaragua the Real Guatemala to Costa Rica tour takes you to try local favorites like gallo pinto and quesillo.

Latin America Tours & Trips

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Central American Highlights
4.3 (27 traveler reviews)
"Seeing the Masaya volcano at night. Fantastic birds."
Linda, traveled in November
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
16 to 85 year olds
Operated in
English
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Explore!
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16 days
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52-day Central & South America Tour: Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina & Brazil
Destinations
Mexico Guatemala Costa Rica Colombia Peru Bolivia Chile Argentina Brazil+3 more
Age Range
18 to 55 year olds
Operated in
English, Spanish
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The Dragon Trip
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52 days
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33-day South America Tour: Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina & Brazil with Inca Trail & Patagonia
Destinations
Colombia Peru Bolivia Chile Argentina Brazil
Age Range
18 to 55 year olds
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English
Operator
The Dragon Trip
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33 days
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Central American Highlights (Reverse)
4.3 (27 traveler reviews)
"This was an amazing experience. Do expect a lot of travel time but wow. This was the best."
AndyDavies, traveled in April
Destinations
Costa Rica Nicaragua El Salvador Honduras Guatemala
Age Range
16 to 85 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
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16 days
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Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins
4.8 (72 traveler reviews) award winner
"I loved the trip and enjoyed the variety of activities and landscapes. I would book that tour again."
Laura, traveled in August
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica+1 more
Age Range
18 to 39 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
25% Off
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32 days
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Panama City to Cancun Travel Pass
Destinations
Panama Costa Rica Nicaragua El Salvador Guatemala Belize Honduras Mexico+3 more
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up to 99 year olds
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English
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Bamba Travel
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San Jose to Cancun Travel Pass
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Costa Rica Nicaragua El Salvador Guatemala Belize Mexico+1 more
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up to 99 year olds
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English
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Volcano Trail: Waves & Local Ways
4.9 (92 traveler reviews)
"It was well organized and you got first insights into the different countries."
Anne, traveled in September
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
18 to 39 year olds
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G Adventures
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17 days
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Explorer Family Christmas & New Year +1
19 Days Epic South American Adventure: 4 Countries in 1 Trip
Destinations
Argentina Chile Bolivia Peru
Age Range
9 to 80 year olds
Mountain
Andes Mountains
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Operator
Responsible Travel South America
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Central American Adventure
4.3 (17 traveler reviews)
"Had a wonderful time. Will reccommend Intrepid to anyone."
Destinations
Mexico Belize Costa Rica Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua+1 more
Age Range
15 to 99 year olds
Country Region
Monteverde
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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33 days
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