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.

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Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins
4.8 (75 traveler reviews) award winner
"Brilliant places and activities. Wonderful memories."
Christine, traveled in September
Duration
32 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica+1 more
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
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NZ$3,503per person
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Explorer
Panama City to Cancun Travel Pass
Duration
43 days
Destinations
Panama Costa Rica Nicaragua El Salvador Guatemala Belize Honduras Mexico+3 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
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NZ$6,441per person
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Explorer
San Jose to Cancun Travel Pass
Duration
33 days
Destinations
Costa Rica Nicaragua El Salvador Guatemala Belize Mexico+1 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
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NZ$3,852per person
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Volcano Trail: Waves & Local Ways
4.8 (94 traveler reviews)
"It was a great trip. Especially the guide made it excellent!"
Eliza, traveled in March
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $2,219
NZ$1,775per person
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Central American Adventure (47 destinations)
4.3 (17 traveler reviews)
"A knowledgeable, experienced, competent person who guided us through the vagaries of Central America."
Todd, traveled in September
Duration
34 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Costa Rica Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua+1 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Monteverde
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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NZ$9,190per person
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Best of Central America (from Playa del Carmen to Penonome)
3.5 (6 traveler reviews)
"Amazing tour! Every guide was great."
Xiaofeng, traveled in January
Duration
45 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Costa Rica Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua Panama+2 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Monteverde
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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NZ$12,490per person
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Central America Adventure
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Thank you so much for the wonderful experiences, amazing adventures and for a trip I will never forget."
Corinna, traveled in June
Duration
30 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
INTRO Travel
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NZ$8,699per person
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Epic Central America 40 days
Duration
40 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
INTRO Travel
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NZ$11,699per person
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kings, Operated by Quark
4.4 (19 traveler reviews)
"THE trip of a lifetime, itinery exceeded expectations AND so did the weather!"
Duncan, traveled in February
Duration
20 days
Destinations
Argentina Falkland Islands England Chile
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Antarctica / South PoleFalkland IslandsSouth Georgia Island+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
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NZ$50,105per person
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Ultimate South America
4.8 (19 traveler reviews)
"well organised, nice group and good group size."
joy, traveled in August
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Brazil Argentina Peru Bolivia
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Andes Mountains
Operated in
English
Operator
Cosmos
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From $5,979
NZ$5,879per person
+$2,674 upfront costs
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South America: Glaciers, Water Falls & World Wonders
5.0 (5 traveler reviews)
"Everything was well coordinated by Wanderful holidays. All our accommodation and transfers were wonderful."
diane, traveled in May
Duration
18 days
Destinations
Chile Argentina Brazil
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
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NZ$8,812per person
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Overland Latin America
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"They were incredibly responsive and took the time to structure the perfect tour for me."
Amir, traveled in October
Duration
45 days
Destinations
Chile Bolivia Peru Ecuador Argentina Brazil
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Andes MountainsAmazonian Basin+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Unu Raymi Expeditions
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NZ$32,964per person
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Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, and Rio de Janeiro
3.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Most of the hotels were great and the day trips we had were with reputable local providers."
Kelvin, traveled in December
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Peru Argentina Brazil
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
2% Off
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NZ$8,812per person
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Central American Highlights
4.4 (31 traveler reviews)
"Five countries in just over two weeks makes for a busy but rewarding schedule giving a great overview of this amazing part of the world."
IanWilson, traveled in March
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
10% Off
From $6,960
NZ$6,270per person
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Central America Experience
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"What started as a bad experience turned out to be brilliant! Thanks Marvelus Travel!"
Tori, traveled in January
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Marvelus Travel
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NZ$3,220per person
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