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.

Latin America Tours & Trips

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Central America Explorer (including Panajachel)
4.3 (13 traveler reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful trip which encompasses everything you could want - historical, cultural, adventure and relaxation!"
Duration
47 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica+1 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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US$8,830per person
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Central American Highlights
4.4 (31 traveler reviews)
"We saw so much from the rainforests to the Mayan ruins, encountered amazing wildlife and some stunning scenery."
Jane, traveled in March
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
15% Off
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US$3,560per person
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Central American Adventure
4.3 (17 traveler reviews)
"A great trip, it gives you a real taste of the 6 countries visited and see's the highlights of each."
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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US$5,406per person
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Central American Explorer (16 destinations)
4.3 (14 traveler reviews)
"Seeing the wonderful wildlife, especially in Costa Rica, the Mayan ruins at Copan, witnessing various aspects of volcanoes."
Tony, traveled in January
Duration
25 days
Destinations
Panama Costa Rica Nicaragua Honduras Guatemala
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
15% Off
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US$5,110per person
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Volcano Trail: Waves & Local Ways
4.8 (94 traveler reviews)
"I'm so glad to be back travelling again and experiencing new places with G. I would absolutely recommend this tour."
Felicity, traveled in April
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
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US$1,499per 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
8% Off
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US$17,990per person
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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
8% Off
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The Lure of Central America (Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua)
3.5 (8 traveler reviews)
"Diverse and well traveled group. Itinerary could use a little tweaking to break up the long travel days."
Cathy, traveled in February
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Penguin Travel
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US$1,813per person
+$353 local payments
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Journey Across South America - 19 Days
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The tour was well organized and covered an extraordinary amount of ground."
BARBARA, traveled in January
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Peru Bolivia Paraguay Argentina Brazil
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Andes Mountains
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English
Operator
On The Go Tours
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US$6,775per person
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Sailing through the marvellous Caribbean
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Really nice adventure trip. The two weeks were amazing."
Étienne, traveled in March
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Martinique Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Grenada+2 more
Age Range
Ages 20-40
Ocean
Atlantic
Operated in
English, German
Operator
sailwithus
8% Off
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US$2,295per person
+$589 local payments
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Mexico City to San Jose Travel Pass
Duration
51 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala Honduras El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica+1 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
8% Off
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US$4,209per person
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Cancun to Panama City Travel Pass
Duration
48 days
Destinations
Mexico Belize Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica Panama+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
8% Off
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US$4,454per person
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Essential Colombia to Peru & Brazil - 33 days
Duration
33 days
Destinations
Colombia Peru Bolivia Chile Argentina Brazil
Age Range
Ages 18-55
Regions
Iguazu/Iguassu FallsAndes MountainsMachu Picchu+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
8% Off
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US$8,990per person
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Discover the yachting islands of the Caribbean 2026 - 15 Days (22 destinations)
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Puerto Rico Virgin Island, British Guadeloupe Antigua and Barbuda+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Ship
Emerald Azzurra
Ocean
Atlantic
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
44% Off
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South American Explorers 20 Day Tour
Duration
20 days
Destinations
Bolivia Chile Argentina Brazil
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
GUIDEcuador Travel
44% Off
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US$5,295per person
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