Highlights of Central and South America’s Best Trips

Nature Everywhere You Look

Costa Rica is basically a playground for nature fans. Picture this: you're on a rafting safari down the Penas Blancas river, spotting sloths high in the treetops one day, then unwinding in a hot spring at the foot of a volcano the next. From exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve to discovering how coffee is grown and produced at the Doka Coffee Estate, this trip is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Where Reef Meets Rainforest

Belize may be a small country, but there is plenty here to explore. Ancient Mayan pyramids and temples hint at what life was like long ago, while Belize City is full of a modern local culture that is vibrant and diverse. Birdwatching in the wildlife reserves is a highlight, and the optional snorkeling tours give a glimpse of the barrier reef's underwater kaleidoscope of colorful coral and exotic fish. It's easy to fall in love with Belize, and hard not to.

Wild, Untamed, Unforgettable

The southernmost tip of South America is home to the Patagonia region, a place so distinct that it sometimes feels like a different world. This area of Argentina and Chile features jagged peaks, massive glaciers like the Perito Moreno, and endless, seemingly barren plains. With waterfalls, ancient cliff paintings, and stunning views to be discovered, Patagonia isn't just a destination, it's a place you won't be able to stop talking about for years to come.