South America

Towering peaks and vast deserts. Sweltering jungles and glacial wonderlands. South America is the wild west of the backpacking world, and is the most diverse continent on Earth.

Backpacker Resources

Travel Insurance

The reality of long-term travel isn't what you see on a flawless Insta feed. Things go wrong, and shit hits the fan when they do. Find out why you need travel insurance, what it covers, and what it costs

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Gringo Lingo

South America’s 430 million people speak a mix of Spanish, Portuguese, and indigenous languages. Check out our language guide filled with useful phrases to make life on the road that little easier.

Ultimate Packing List

Packing for South America is tough. It's a continent with many countries and climates to plan for. Our packing list covers the budget backpacker, the frugal backpacker, the flashpacker, and digital nomads.