Have you ever wondered of the best places to visit in Latin America before you die? Latin America is the home of ultimate adventures: trekking to Machu Picchu, hiking at Torres del Paine, swimming in Galapagos, sunbathing, selfie-taking, and endless walking to next day’s exploration. The top three reasons why you should pack your bags and travel Latin America are: 1. Travel is affordable, even in long-term, 2. Landscapes are totally overwhelming, 3. It’s a safe ground for one to explore new places, cultures, and people. On the other side, just like in Mexico, there have been a lot of crime reports from the countries in Latin America: pickpocketing, muggings, robberies, and even drug trafficking. Although, we may not erase what the reports have said in the past, now is the time that we change our minds, Latin America will give you a better impression of their lovely countries. We mentioned about the 10 best places to visit in Mexico that are beautiful and safe, and in this post you can also expect us to give travel hacks and tips about your safety when living the life of a nomad in Latin America.
Despite the devastating crime reports and negative feedbacks about the countries in Latin America, it is still a wonderland worth travelling for. This post would be your all-time guide with the best places to visit in Latin America before you die. Most of the countries we have on the list are the safest countries to travel and live in the whole world! Our ranking was based on educational attainment and tourism crime rates of each country.
So we will not let you hold your horses too long, here are the best places to visit in Latin America before you die!
10. Torres del Paine, Chile
Chile ranked top 30 out of 162 countries in the world in Global Peace Index Rank. Moreover, the country has a low threat of terrorism which and only few or no reported injury incidents as well. On the other hand; you cannot miss Chile’s natural beauty. One sight that you must not miss is the Parque Nacional Torres Del Paines’s picturesque physique and ambiance. If you want to be the eye of the town, you can try a ride at Teleferico over Santiago (capital city of Chile). From above, expect to see the abundant sceneries of Andes and the cosmopolitan city itself.
9. Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires is the safest city in Argentina for the police here have very strict rules and regulations. Cruel crime is extremely rare that is why roaming around Buenos Aires and Argentina itself is most recommended for solo travelers. Just check on the weather before going out of your hotel, if it’s a good day to hike or is it the “stay inside and don’t risk your life” kind of weather. You must not miss visiting the Palermo proper where you can spend the whole day walking in the Botanic Garden and Bosques de Palermo that remain to be the top attractions in Buenos Aires for almost 170 years now.
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8. Punta del Este, Uruguay
The stunning land of Uruguay is the top 29 safest countries in the world by the ranking released by the Global Peace Index. There is a low threat of terrorism in the country that’s the reason hundreds of thousands of tourists travel to Uruguay every year, to see the picturesque view of Uruguay and to explore many places here as much as possible. You should plan a day trip at Punta del Este where there is a variety of beaches, museums, casinos, and theatres that will let you freely discover Uruguay much deeply.
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7. Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
If you are wondering what Costa Rica is made of, it’s made of a lot of volcanoes around 121 and 7 of them are active! Other than keeping yourself away of the Arenal volcano, you should be safe during your whole stay in Costa Rica. Tip: Downloading a map of Costa Rica on your phone would be really helpful because usually there are no street names or addresses.
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6. Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
Your trip to Dominican Republic should be as hassle-free as it could be. There’s nothing to worry about threats from terrorism because it’s very rare. What you need to take note of is bringing a mosquito repellent with you for you can expect a lot of fat mosquitoes sucking your blood and spreading the outbreak of Chikungunya virus. On the other hand, do yourself a favor and plan a day trip to Bayahibe region for an extreme beach experience. Water sports activities and snorkeling are the main must try’s here!
5. Machu Picchu, Peru
High peaks, three-day trek, and astonishing scenery, this sum up the enchanted beauty of Machu Picchu in Peru. Adventure-seekers should never miss trekking at the Inca trail for it is the first thing that keeps your head sane when in Peru. There are few safety precautions though when it comes to joining the Inca trail trek- wear a jacket, good pair of trekking boots, and don’t panic over the altitude sickness. Overall, by following the safety guidelines while trekking, Machu Picchu is one of the safest places to watch out when in Latin America.
4. Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia
Have you ever thought what heaven feels like? In Bolivia, Uyuni Salt Flats create an illusion of an endless landscape in front of you. You can take over a hundred of pictures here (not exaggerating) and still, can’t get enough of its magical beauty. The blue sky and white fluffy clouds reflect on the flats of Uyuni Salt leaving an optical illusion of a wonderful bliss, the heaven. However, you should be aware when travelling to larger cities for petty thefts are scattered in those areas.
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3. Asuncion, Paraguay
Paraguay is almost and always outshine by its more grandiose neighboring countries such as Brazil and Argentina. Now, it’s time for Paraguay to take the spotlight! The country boasts subtropical forests, refreshing waterfalls, and a fascinating culture that makes your detour worth it. On our safety tips, one must refrain travelling to areas near the border for there’s a threat from militant groups and drug trafficking. Another tip that is already too obvious for us to know is to take responsibility of the gadgets and jewelry we bring with us. Sure you don’t need a 24-k necklace when roaming around the fine-looking city of Asuncion.
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2. Island of Capurganá, Colombia
What’s the country that only has summer season for all the year round? Colombia is near the equator, which means there is almost no or very little variety of weather. So what does this means? You can plan a summer vacation any time of the year! Capurganá offers a sweet holiday for the real voyagers at heart. Colombia is a quite safe place to visit in Latin America for the incidence of kidnapping crimes has been reduced since 2000.
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The best place to visit in Latin America before you die is the dramatic country of…
1. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Charles Darwin was the one who discovered and studied the Theory of Evolution that we all sat down in class. Charles Darwin is not originally from Ecuador, sadly, he was born in England. The rich diversity of species is the one from Ecuador, specifically in Galapagos Islands which is until now, still maintained and protected by islanders. You must not miss the dive-and-surf life in Galapagos Islands for you will surely miss half of your life if you did not try it! Ecuador is the safest place to visit in Latin America for they continue to uphold the low crime rates across the country.
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