{"id":17565,"date":"2018-11-13T18:04:51","date_gmt":"2018-11-13T17:04:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=17565"},"modified":"2019-07-02T14:52:56","modified_gmt":"2019-07-02T13:52:56","slug":"best-south-america-hikes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/best-south-america-hikes\/","title":{"rendered":"Walking South America: The Best Hiking Trails"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You won\u2019t find such incredible natural diversity, fascinating history, delicious food, and unique culture anywhere else in the world but South America!\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These twelve countries are famous for their rugged, untamed nature, party scene, and gorgeous sights, man-made and otherwise. While any trip to <a href=\"\/hiking-trekking-guide\/backpacking-south-america\">South America<\/a> promises to be a memory that\u2019ll last forever, one of the best ways to explore this jaw-dropping continent is through hiking and trekking. If you want to hit the trails in South America, read on for our guide to the best hikes in South America!<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p><em>Travel to: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/b\/south-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">South America <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>Machu Picchu<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Location:<\/b><a href=\"\/d\/peru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Peru<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Difficulty:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Moderate to Difficult, depending on the route<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Length:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3-5 days, 20-65 kilometres, depending on the route<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A classic, and probably what most people think of when they think of hiking and trekking in South America, Machu Picchu sits high on many bucket lists. There are several options to reach this sacred ancient city, but the most rewarding, arguably, is through hiking or trekking. While you\u2019ll need a permit for the Inca Trail, the region\u2019s most popular trek which spans 45 kilometres and takes four to five days to complete, the other six trails are freely available for intrepid explorers. Make sure you\u2019re prepared by reading <a href=\"\/hiking-trekking-guide\/machu-picchu-sacred-valley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our complete guide to Machu Picchu!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17570\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17570\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17570 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA4-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"An arial shot of the site of Machu Picchu, Peru\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA4-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA4-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA4-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA4-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Machu Picchu is one of the most iconic sites in all of South America | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/dZgMUPACJzQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Mariusz Prusaczyk\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/desert-hiking-essentials-packing-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Desert Hiking Essentials: Your Packing List<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>Paso Los Cuernos, Torres del Paine National Park<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Location: <a href=\"\/d\/chile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chilean Patagonia<\/span><\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Difficulty: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-6 hours, 11 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patagonia\u2019s wild nature is a huge draw for many, but if you aren\u2019t quite ready or able to climb mountains and trek for days, Paso Los Cuernos may be the perfect compromise. This day hike, located in Torres del Paine National Park, provides some of the best photo opportunities in Patagonia. Hiking along the breathtakingly blue Nordenskjold Lake, visitors are treated to views of the \u201chorns\u201d that give this route its name; massive, striped rocks jutting out from the earth. If you only have time for one hike in Torres del Paine National Park, Paso Los Cuernos should definitely be on your short list!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17567\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17567\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17567 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA1-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Green water and granite spires in Torres del Paine National Park\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA1-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA1-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA1-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA1-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17567\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The gorgeous green waters of Torres del Paine National Park | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/liamq\/5484268295\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Liam Quinn\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Laguna de Los Tres, El Chalten<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Location: <a href=\"\/d\/argentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Argentinian Patagonia <\/span><\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Difficulty: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 hours, 12.5 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located on one of the southernmost points of Patagonia, El Chalten is the start point for many hikes and treks in the region. If you\u2019re looking for a moderately-challenging hike you can still finish in a day, Laguna de Los Tres is a great option. You\u2019ll see native species of unique plants, turquoise lakes, icebergs, and massive granite spires, to name a few! If you\u2019d like, travellers have the option of extending their hike to two days, camping in one of several spots by glistening lakes along the way. Note that, at the beginning and end of this hike, the trail becomes extremely steep, and travellers should be prepared and able to hike up and down steep inclines. <\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17569\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17569\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17569 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA3-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The massive white Perito Moreno Glacier in Paragonia\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA3-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA3-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA3-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA3-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentinian Patagonia | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/O5sice1MDsM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Maria Fernanda Gonzalez\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/hiking-beginners-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hiking for Beginners on a Budget: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>Isla del Sol\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Location: <a href=\"\/d\/bolivia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bolivia<\/span><\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Difficulty: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 hours, 8 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruins of the Inca civilization can be spotted everywhere in Isla del Sol. The \u201cbirthplace of the sun\u201d was populated in the 15th century, and today remains a quiet island with no motorised traffic at all. Basically, it\u2019s the perfect place for a hike! This hike comes with some legendary stops along the way; travellers are treated to a view of Puma Rock and the ruins of the Temple of the Sun, what was believed to be the Fountain of Youth, and ancient steps leading into a lake. While the hike is generally easy-going, travellers who experience altitude sickness may have trouble with it. Make sure you\u2019ve acclimatized before attempting any kind of physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17572\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17572\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17572 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA6-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Blue water around a peninsula on Isla del Sol\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA6-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA6-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA6-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA6-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17572\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Isla del Sol is a magical island with great hiking opportunities | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/137370921@N05\/22382199149\/in\/photolist-A6QC2k-jtnwBj-7MDUSK-4UWJ43-5Rwh4p-7MHVmG-4UWHZm-5Rwh2B-4UWJ2f-5RwgWR-5vF3fm-cesRTo-dLaR6W-62uBLY-aLdByc-6SjJ78-65kxgX-7ynyTx-6SoW3E-6SoWzS-6SjQD6-qLrtkF-AQpm1u-5SYyPa-6SjU46-dLaQoU-65pPE7-o2cqoD-3eXW9f-7LCMJW-irzoET-fAZCyz-7LyNEe-8kGJtC-6SoP6Q-6KFWvK-8kGJtm-8kGJtu-8kGoNy-7LyZBc-b57KDe-8shPJN-8kGoNW-9o9MSG-9o6Lqk-92K2K-rvtmSi-qypDnZ-rdBQqf-rvnZez\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Belinda Grasnick\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Tercera Barranca to Sierra Baguales<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Location: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chile<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Difficulty: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><strong>Length:<\/strong><\/b>dependant on route and pace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another day hike located near Torres del Paine National Park, Sierra Baguales sits as a sparkling hidden gem on the border between Chile and Argentina. Here, visitors can catch a glimpse of wild horses and walk through ancient history. The untouched nature here is truly second to none: where else can you find ancient shark\u2019s teeth, fossils, and tree trunks over 20 million years old? There\u2019s no official path or trail for this hike, but we think it\u2019s more than worth it. Note that the weather in Sierra Baguales is notoriously spotty and windy, so if you\u2019re planning to take this hike on, make sure you prepare accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17573\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17573\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17573 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA7-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mountains around El Yeso Dam, Chile\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA7-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA7-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA7-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA7-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17573\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chile&#8217;s natural beauty is not to be missed! | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/MzZQQ8knzTw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Raphael Nogueira\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/safest-places-to-visit-in-latin-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10 Safest Places to Visit in Latin America<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n<h2><b>South America Trekking Tours<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering taking one of these hikes on and feeling South America under your boots, there are many options and precautions to consider. One great way to avoid some of the stress of planning a large hiking or trekking tour is by <a href=\"\/b\/south-america#types=73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">joining a group tour,<\/a> where many of your meals, accommodations, and activities are included. You\u2019ll also have the added comfort of travelling with like-minded people, and enjoy the safety that a group tour provides!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17571\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17571\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-17571 lazyload\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA5-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman with her back to the camera jumps in the air at Machu Picchu, Peru\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA5-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA5-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA5-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/SA5-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17571\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Joining a group tour means you always have someone on-hand to take the perfect picture during your hike! | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/LEgwEaBVGMo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a9 Peter Conlan\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiking in South America is an opportunity that should never be passed up if you can help it! From lush jungles to craggy cliffs and everything in between, your next adventure could be closer than you think. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s your favourite hiking trail in South America? Let us know!<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You won\u2019t find such incredible natural diversity, fascinating history, delicious food, and unique culture anywhere else in the world but South America!\u00a0These twelve countries are famous for their rugged, untamed nature, party scene, and gorgeous sights, man-made and otherwise. 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