Looking for adventure on your travels, but also a bit of pampering at each day’s end? Hoping to get away from the guidebooks and gain a local’s insight into your destinations?
Most of all, are you wanting to travel at your own pace, with no lockstep herding by tour guides, and with the right amount of “you time” thrown in?
Relax. Lost World Adventures has got you covered.
Maybe you’re looking to stay in rustic eco-camps… or a historic boutique hotel. Maybe you’re drawn by the wildness of scaling a live volcano… or the sophistication of a gastronomic wine tour. Maybe you’re planning a crazy trip for the extended family… or a quiet honeymoon in a secluded paradise.
Whatever your interests, Lost World Adventures is here to turn imagination into reality.
Our local advisors are history experts who’ve trekked through Mayan ruins and Inca temples. They’re naturalists who’ve studied exotic flora and fauna in the heart of the Amazon. They’re foodies who’ve tracked down the best eateries in their city, from mom-and-pop home cooking to five-star fusion.
They’re here to listen as you plan your odyssey with us. And hey, the consultation’s free.
So whether you’re an outdoorsy explorer or a budding birdwatcher, an archaeology buff or just looking to soak up rays on the most beautiful beaches on the planet, you’ll find here the authentic, environmentally sustainable experience you’re looking for.
Why hesitate? The great world – your world – awaits.
Lost World Adventures provides custom luxury travel and tours to Central and South America – and beyond – for active and discerning travelers. All trips include expertly customized and personalized travel itineraries.
Featured Adventures
Get a private insider's look at one of the top food & wine destinations in the world. Discover the many regions of Mendoza and savor the bold and balanced flavors of hundreds of high-end wines created from vineyards of the very distinctive terroir. Soak up the fabulous views the land offers while indulging your senses with the local cuisine.
Step into a world where ancient civilizations meet breathtaking landscapes, and every day brings a new story to tell. This immersive journey through Guatemala invites you to explore its vibrant colonial cities, climb active volcanoes, glide across a lake framed by towering peaks, and uncover the mysteries of the Maya deep in the jungle.
The variety of landscapes you will find driving south of the Balmaceda Airport along the Carretera Austral, in Chilean Patagonia, is one of the surprises you will find during your stay in Aysen. Kayaking inside the Marble Caves, walking over the ice of the Glacier Exploradores, rafting on the River Baker, plus a boat navigation to the San Rafael Glacier will be an amazing experience.
This 13-day 3-Guianas Budget Tour offers travelers a rare chance to explore three of South America’s least-visited regions—Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. Each distinct in culture, language, and history, yet linked by geography and a shared colonial past. Designed for value-minded adventurers, this journey combines natural wonders, indigenous traditions, and European heritage with comfortable accommodations and efficient logistics across borders that few travelers ever cross.
Spend 8 days touring the highlights of El Salvador. El Salvador Highlights is a thoughtfully curated journey designed by Lost World Adventures to showcase the country’s most captivating destinations in one seamless itinerary. This tour blends cultural immersion, archaeological discovery, natural beauty, and coastal relaxation—ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive yet flexible experience.
Featured Hotels
Huemules Dome Lodge provides a complete and unique experience to live the Patagonian Nature. Huemules features dome lodging that was designed to allow maximum privacy. All guests have their own private deck with open views from the room. Estancia Huemules Located a few kilometers from the city of Esquel, with 7 weekly flights and 300 km from Bariloche, with more than 15 daily flights.
Trogon Lodge is located in the area known as Savegre Valley in the small town of San Gerardo de Dota, province of San Jose, Costa Rica. Trogon Lodge is located at 87 km from San Jose, approximately 2- 2 ½ hours driving time, heading south-east of the capital city on the Pan-American highway. As one drives up, marvelous views appear before your eyes, carrot & potato plantations, the countryside, and on a clear day, scenic views of the Province of Cartago and Valley.
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa is conveniently located in Arequipa, Peru five minutes from the Plaza de Armas and just 20 minutes from Rodriguez Ballon Airport. This newly refurbished hotel has 88 luxurious rooms where every comfort has been considered.
The Vines Resort & Spa offers laid-back luxury in Mendoza's prestigious Uco Valley at the base of the majestic Andes Mountains in Argentina. It is the ultimate retreat for wine lovers and outdoor adventurers. The Vines of Mendoza is a perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort, the resort features spacious private Villas, a luxurious Spa, world-class service, and breathtaking views of the Andes at every turn.
The Rincón del Socorro Lodge is a 12,000-hectare former cattle ranch located on the edge of the Iberá wetlands in Argentina that has been made into a nature reserve. The main house at Rincón del Socorro has a large indoor living room, a screened veranda living room, a large indoor dining room, a terrace dining area, and a children's game room.
The Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel is the essence of luxury and comfort in the heart of Cusco, Peru. The Aranwa Cusco is located on Calle San Juan de Dios 255, near Plaza Regocijo, two blocks from the Plaza de Armas of Cusco. The hotel is also a museum built in an old colonial mansion that has been divided into seven strategic areas, transporting guests to the 16th century.
You can reach Pantiacolla Lodge from Cusco, Peru in a 2-day expedition by car and boat down the Andes, or by a 45 minute flight from Cusco to Boca Manu, followed by 5 hour boating up the Alto Madre de Dios River. There are 3 bungalows with 2 rooms each, and 1 bungalow with 3 rooms with private toilets and showers and 1 bungalow with 2 rooms with shared bathrooms.
The tiered layout at Hotel Punta Islita in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, gazes upon Islita Beach and the namesake islet that separates from the mainland during high tide. Hotel Punta Islita’s signature Authentic Costa Rica program includes complimentary eco-adventures, cultural activities, and learning sessions to make your stay fun, meaningful, and unforgettable.
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