Surviving the Aftermath: My 25-Day South American Adventure Challenges 😥
Just back from South America, the aftereffects are really strong‼️I stayed up late to organize this super practical guide, covering Brazil | Peru | Chile | Argentina | Uruguay, arranging all the unique experiences for you. You must read it thoroughly 👀 to avoid taking unnecessary detours and fully enjoy South America.
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🎫 Visa Processing
👉 If you have a US visa valid for more than 6 months, you can enter Peru, Chile, and Uruguay without a visa.
👉 For Argentina, you need to apply for an electronic visa, but currently, the processing time is quite long, about 20 days.
👉 For Brazil, plan ahead and get your visa in your home country, reserving at least 1-2 months.
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✅ Travel Seasons in South America
🔸 Spring: September-November, 🔸 Summer: December-February, 🔸 Autumn: March-May, 🔸 Winter: June-August
👕 Dressing Tips:
🔺 Many hiking spots in South America, so comfortable hiking shoes and outdoor gear like windbreakers are essential.
🔺 There’s a big temperature difference between day and night, so bring a jacket and change of clothes.
🔺 In areas with no shade and strong sunlight, such as salt flats, pay attention to sun protection (focus on physical sunblock).
🔺 When entering places like the Amazon rainforest, be cautious of insect bites and avoid wearing bright colors.
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✅ Main Attractions
🇧🇷 Brazil
Batman Alley, Amazon River, Theatro Municipal, Christ the Redeemer
🇦🇷 Argentina
Devil’s Throat Waterfall, Perito Moreno Glacier, Tierra del Fuego National Park, Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls
🇵🇪 Peru
Temple of the Sun, Seal Island Pier, Machu Picchu
🇨🇱 Chile
Cerro Santa Lucía, Santiago
🇺🇾 Uruguay
Colonia del Sacramento, Montevideo
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👉 Sample Itinerary
🔺 D1-2: Beijing/Shanghai/Guangzhou – Addis Ababa – São Paulo
🔺 D3-5: São Paulo – Manaus – Rio de Janeiro
🔺 D6-7: Rio de Janeiro – Brazilian Iguazu – Argentine Iguazu – Brazilian Iguazu
🔺 D8-9: Iguazu – Santiago – Valparaíso – Santiago
🔺 D10-11: Santiago – Easter Island – Santiago
🔺 D12-13: Santiago – Lima – Cusco – Urubamba
🔺 D14-16: Urubamba – Machu Picchu – Cusco – Lima – Nazca
🔺 D17-18: PISCO – Ballestas Islands – Lima – Buenos Aires
🔺 D19-20: Buenos Aires – Big Ice Field – Tierra del Fuego
🔺 D21-22: Tierra del Fuego – Buenos Aires – Old Farm/Colonia – Buenos Aires
🔺 D23-25: Buenos Aires – Addis Ababa – Beijing/Shanghai/Guangzhou
✅ Useful Apps in South America
🏠 Accommodation: Booking – lots of hotel options, see real-time price changes and room photos, Airbnb – great for those who love staying in homestays
〽 Activities: Tripadvisor – foreign version of Dianping, find good food and fun activities
🗺 Navigation: Moovit (public transport info), Google Maps, MAPS.
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💬 Translation: Google Translate / Apple Translate
🚴 Transportation: Skyscanner – flights, Buser – bus tickets, Uber – ride-hailing, DiDi – available in northern South American countries, Lyft – available in Central and South America, Bolt – ride-hailing
