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The largest rainforest on earth is a unique and magical land, a land of fables, legends, ancient wisdom, fascinating creatures and mysterious inhabitants. Either cruising along the mighty rivers or based on a jungle lodge, travelers enjoy unique experiences such as bird watching, wildlife observation, jungle treks, visits to Indigenous communities, fishing for piranha, night outings in search of alligators and canopy tours. |
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Argentina is mostly famous for its capital city, Buenos Aires, usually referred to as the Paris of South America, and for being the craddle of the sensuous Tango, one of the most admired dances in the world. But Argentina is also a wondrous country, home to the impressive Iguazu Falls and the Glaciers National Park. Moreover, Argentina is a great place for wildlife watching, trekking expeditions, adventure cruises, sampling excellent wines and outdoor activities in the picturesque Lake District. |
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Belize is a tiny country with an enormous natural richness. In this small territory one can marvel at the second largerst barrier reef in the world and the biggest underground cave network in the Americas. In adittion, Belize was an important part of the once mighty Maya civilization, as it can be seen in the numerous ruins scattered around the country. Snorkeling, diving, caving, tubing, hiking, kayaking and horseback riding are all popular here. |
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Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world as well as the craddle of the Inca and Aymara civilizations, is Bolivia's official postcard picture and the main reason for travelers to visit the country. In addition to Lake Titicaca, visitors should not miss the enigmatic Tiwanaku ruins, the colonial cities of Sucre and Potosi, La Paz, the highest capital city in the world, and the Jesuits missions in Santa Cruz. |
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Brazil is a country of superlatives: The most famous Carnival in the world; Pantanal, the largest wetland ecosystem; Iguazu, the greatest falls on earth; the Amazon, the largest rainforest... It is also a melting pot of cultures and races and spectacular landscapes as fascinating as they are diverse. Its highlights include the beaches of the Northeast; charming Buzios; Salvador da Bahia and its rich Afro heritage, and, of course, Rio de Janeiro, the Marvelous City. |
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As the longest country in the world, Chile is a land of contrasts and geographical diversity. Up north, we find the altiplano (high plateau) and the Atacama Desert, the driest in the world. At the southern tip, massive glaciers and incomparable Torres del Paine National Park. In between, a myriad of fascinating landscapes including temperate forests, barren steppes, turquoise lakes, snow-capped volcanoes and the wine country. Offshore Easter Island, the most isolated island in the world.
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Popularly referred to as the mecca of ecotourism, Costa Rica is a natural jewel and the perfect playground for both active travelers and nature lovers. Most popular activities include rafting the Pacuare and Reventazon Rivers, hiking and watching the eruptions at Arenal Volcano, jungle trekking in Tortuguero and Corcovado National Parks, soaring over the forest on a canopy tour, bird watching in Monteverde Cloud Forest, and swimming, surfing, kayaking and snorkeling along the Pacific Coast.
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Worlwide famous for the spectacular Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is also an Andean country with a rich cultural heritage and diverse ecology. In addition to cruising the Galapagos, visitors to Ecuador can enjoy the mighty Amazon jungle, visits to colorful indigenous markets, thrilling train rides through the Andes, fascinating colonial cities and excellent rafting and trekking tours.
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Guatemala is mainly known for its rich Mayan heritage and its lovely colonial cities, where time seems to have stopped centuries ago. It is also a paradise for active vacationers with its ragged geography ideal for mountain biking, volcano trekking, and lake kayaking. Favorite destinations include the colonial city of La Antigua; Lake Atitlan, one of the most beautiful in the world; the colorful Chichi Indian market, and the Mayan cities of Tikal and Yaxha, situated in the Peten jungle. |
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Panama covers an area smaller than South Carolina. Yet, its several life zones host more than 960 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 240 of reptiles, 175 of amphibians and over 10,000 species of vascular plants. In addition to its magnificent natural environments, Panama boasts a rich history full of primitive indigenous cultures, conquistadors, pirates and adventurers that is still preserved in the walls of colonial forts, sunken ships and stone trails hidden within the dense jungle. |
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Few destinations in the world can rival the diversity and grandiosity of Peru's culture, traditions, natural wonders and rich heritage. One of the archaeological capitals of the world, the country is also one of the best destinations for adventure travel, wildlife observation and cultural interaction. In addition to the world renowned Cuzco and Machu Picchu, its most popular destinations include the Sacred Valley, Puno, the Amazon jungle, Colca Canyon, the Nazca Lines, Lake Titicaca and Huaraz. |
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Venezuela is one of the most beautiful countries in the Americas. Its natural wonders include the enormous Canaima National Park, home to the tallest waterfall in the world, the mighty Amazon, the archipelago of Los Roques; the savannahs of Los Llanos (known as the Venezuelan Serenghetti), Choroni, "the Caribbean of Yesteryear" and Merida, the capital of the Andes, where travelers ride the longest and highest cable car in the world. |
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