South America Tours for Solo Travelers
A South American solo adventure awaits! Imagine visiting the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, stunning Iguazu Falls, experiencing the tango scene in Buenos Aires, the Amazon rainforest, or the beaches of Rio. It's a fantasy! You'll meet other travelers, learn about different cultures from the Incas to colonial Spanish, and try foods from different parts of the world. When you travel alone in South America, you're never really alone for long.
10 best South America solo travel packages
Compiled by
NinaSouth America travel expert at TourRadar
- Ecuador's Solo Female Traveler Group Tour
- 6 Days: Exploring Santa Cruz (Budget-Friendly Solo Adventure)
- The Grand Southern Experience: Andes, Patagonia & Rio 20-Day Tour
- 8-Day Her Solo Trip to Peru
- Explore Bolivia to Brazil
- Solo-ish Peru
- Argentina, Atacama Desert & Chile Delights 2026
- Ecuador Unveiled: Her 7-Day Solo Discovery
- Buenos Aires to Lima (via Uyuni) Travel Pass
- Lima to Buenos Aires (via Salta) Travel Pass
Ecuador's Solo Female Traveler Group Tour
“Great balance of activities. Excellent insight into culture. Animals were excellent.”
Maria, traveled in March
Solo female travelers aged 26+ join groups of 4-12 women for cultural and natural activities across South America. Walk through Quito's UNESCO-listed Old Town, visit the Mitad del Mundo monument, and take part in a spiritual ceremony with an Andean shaman near Cotacachi. Snorkel at uninhabited Galápagos islands like Bartolomé or Santa Fé, where you'll spot blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, and rare Santa Fé land iguanas. Mindo's cloud forest offers wellness time with massages, river soaks, and birdwatching for toucans and hummingbirds.
Duration 9 days Destinations Quito, Otavalo, Santa Cruz Island, San Cristóbal Island, Lobos Island Age Range Ages 20+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Authentic Ecuador From $4,587
10% off- US$4,128
Ages 18+ head to Santa Cruz Island for snorkeling with sea lions at La Lobería and kayaking through Tortuga Bay's clear waters. You'll hike among giant tortoises at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, then take small-group trips to Pinzón Island and La Fé beach where you connect with fellow adventurers.
Duration 6 days Destinations Baltra Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 1 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Responsible Travel South America From
10% off- US$1,930
Duration 20 days Destinations Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator GUIDEcuador Travel From
10% off- US$8,370
Duration 8 days Destinations Lima, Miraflores, Cusco, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 24+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 1 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Authentic Ecuador From $3,545
10% off- US$3,191
Shared accommodations across 13 cities welcome solo adventurers. Highlights include Uyuni Salt Flats, tango in Buenos Aires, and Ilha Grande's beaches. Group activities balance with personal exploration.
Duration 31 days Destinations Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% off- US$5,995
Solo-ish Peru
“Everything was well planned and I was able to experience a lot of what Peru had to offer.”
Swapna, traveled in September
Like-minded travelers come together to embrace South America's wonders. Share memorable moments from Lima's Barranco cooking classes to Cusco's San Pedro Market visits. Group activities blend with personal time at thermal springs and optional Rainbow Mountain adventures.
Duration 9 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From $2,199
25% off- US$1,649
From Valparaiso's UNESCO streets to Mendoza's wine country, solo travelers share South American gems. Group dinners in Buenos Aires and Santiago, plus Valle de la Luna excursions create lasting connections.
Duration 13 days Destinations Argentina, Uruguay, Chile Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travel Chasers formerly Expat Explore From $2,885
19% off- US$2,335
Duration 7 days Destinations Quito, Mindo Valley Age Range Ages 20+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 1 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Authentic Ecuador From $1,199
10% off- US$1,079
Cultural immersion brings solo travelers together across South America. Join group activities like cooking classes, desert expeditions, and cultural tours. Includes homestays and social experiences, creating natural opportunities to meet fellow travelers.
Duration 45 days Destinations Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bamba Travel From
10% off- US$2,890
Duration 36 days Destinations Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Private Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bamba Travel From
10% off- US$3,062
What our customers ask about South America Tours for Solo Travelers
What's the typical age range for solo travelers on South American guided tours?
The average age on South American guided tours ranges from 25-45 with a strong concentration of travelers in their late 20s and 30s. At properties like Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme guests span multiple generations creating a dynamic social environment. A TourRadar traveler shares: "At 32 I found plenty of similar-aged solo travelers to connect with though our group ranged from 24-55 and everyone mixed well together."
How safe is South America for solo travelers on guided tours?
Group tours provide natural opportunities for connection through shared experiences. The Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer tour lets travelers bond over stays at Uruguayan estancias and group activities while maintaining personal space. Recent travelers often highlight the social benefits with comments like "Made wonderful friends" and "meeting amazing people and sharing experiences together was unforgettable." The format balances group time at major sites like Iguazu Falls with independent exploration at stops like the Hotel Mirador in Rio de Janeiro.
Which South American destinations are most recommended for solo travelers on guided tours?
Key destinations include Peru's Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Brazil's Rio de Janeiro and Iguazu Falls and Argentina's Buenos Aires and Mendoza wine country. These locations combine structured activities with chances to explore independently. Hotels like Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores and Windsor Excelsior Rio provide central bases that let travelers easily venture out while maintaining the security of organized touring.
Do I need to pay a single supplement for South America tours?
Single supplements for private rooms typically cost between $500-1000 USD for 2-3 week tours. Many companies including Intrepid Travel offer room-sharing options pairing same-gender solo travelers at properties like Casa Andina in Cusco or Hotel Windsor in Rio de Janeiro. TourRadar data shows about 40% of solo travelers choose shared rooms to avoid the extra cost.
What accommodations can solo travelers expect on South America tours?
Lodging ranges from 3-star city hotels like Casa Andina Standard in Cusco and Iguazu Grand Resort to basic Amazon lodges and Lake Titicaca homestays. Travelers can select private rooms for an additional fee or opt for shared arrangements. As one TourRadar reviewer noted: "The mix of accommodation styles added to the experience from boutique hotels in Buenos Aires to authentic homestays in Peru."
How does dining work for solo travelers on South American group tours?
Tours generally include some shared meals particularly breakfasts at hotels like Casa Andina in Lima. Special group dinners happen at unique venues such as Uruguayan estancias or Buenos Aires tango shows. According to a TourRadar traveler "The group dinners were a highlight for socializing but we also had freedom to explore local restaurants on our own or with new friends from the tour."