LOST WORLD ADVENTURES

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With over 30 years helping adventurers just like you – whoever you are – Lost World Adventures will work with you to create the perfect custom travel experience.

Custom Luxury Tours to Central and South America

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

  • Experience the beating heart of Brazil on an unforgettable journey that combines the vibrant energy of its most iconic city with the breathtaking beauty of its natural wonders. This adventure begins in Rio de Janeiro, a city where urban excitement meets stunning landscapes. Over four days, you’ll explore Rio’s legendary landmarks, from the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain to the panoramic views from Sugarloaf Mountain.

  • Depart in the late morning from Cuzco and travel across the Altiplano towards Puno. Stop in the village of Raqchi, also known as the Temple of Viracocha because of its emblematic constructions and La Raya, the highest point on the Cusco-Puno route at 4,335 meters above sea level, the perfect place to see the beautiful snow-capped Andes and the many llamas and vicunas roaming.

  • This itinerary traces a vivid arc across two countries, pairing the volcanic drama, artisan highlands, and coastal biodiversity of El Salvador with the colonial cities, crater lakes, and Pacific beaches of Nicaragua. The journey begins in San Salvador, where the country’s cultural heritage and geological force sit side by side.

  • Depart in the morning from Cusco and travel across the Altiplano towards Puno. Stop in the village of Raqchi, also known as the Temple of Viracocha because of its emblematic constructions and La Raya, the highest point on the Cusco-Puno route at 4,335 meters above sea level, the perfect place to see the beautiful snow-capped Andes and the many llamas and vicunas roaming.

  • Get ready to explore Argentina on this active adventure in Patagonia. Begin your trip exploring the capital city and ‘Paris of South America’ on a privately-guided tour.

  • Your journey begins in the capital city of Buenos Aires, where you will receive your first introduction to this special country’s intriguing history and culture. Tour the Four Balconies with their incredible panoramic views of the city and see a traditional Tango show over dinner at a local theatre.

Featured Hotels

  • Jardin de Iguazú is a warm and avant-garde hotel, located in the heart of the city of Puerto Iguazu, Argentina. At Jardin de Iguazú, you will be able to relax and enjoy your stay near Iguazú Falls and to feel at home with personalized service in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

  • Barra Mansa Lodge is a historic ranch in the Pantanal, offering an immersive nature experience along the Rio Negro. The focus is on flexibility and authenticity, with activities shaped by the natural environment rather than predefined schedules. Guests can enjoy horseback riding, canoeing, boat safaris, and 4×4 exploration, with excellent opportunities for wildlife observation. Sport fishing is no longer offered, although occasional piranha fishing remains as a light recreational activity.

  • Rolling green pastures lead you into the hotel and reserve, revealing the layers of exotic trees dripping with life that border the Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel & Nature Reserve in San Ramón, Costa Rica. One of the few places in Costa Rica where you can enjoy all the comforts of an upscale boutique hotel while experiencing one of the most unique and endangered types of tropical forests in our very own private cloud forest reserve.

  • Located in the town of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, the NOI Casa Atacama hotel is a great base for exploring Atacama and the streets, shops and markets of the town. The hotel’s design has been geared towards conservation from its conception, with a focus on water conservation, low energy consumption and a solar-heated water system.

  • A tropically elegant oasis inspired by a palette of people and places, the Santarena Hotel in Las Catalinas is a bohemian pearl perched between two of Costa Rica’s loveliest Pacific beaches. Santarena Hotel’s beachfront rooftop terrace & pool are nothing short of exquisite. Complete with amazing ocean and town views, making it the perfect place to take in the sunset (don’t forget about the gin cart available at sunset, too!).

  • Casa Turire is a charming hotel located in the green agricultural region of Turrialba, Costa Rica. Hotel Casa Turire is located only a few minutes outside of the rural town of Turrialba just minutes from the majestic Turrialba volcano as well as lush rainforest and pristine rivers found only in this unique area of Costa Rica.

  • Evergreen Lodge Tortuguero is inserted in the heart of Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica. Evergreen is located in the northeastern corner of Tortuguero, 5 minutes by boat from the main entrance to Tortuguero National Park, and accessible only by air and water. Evergreen Lodge is the ideal location from which to explore this unique and magical area, surrounded by towering trees and exuberant vegetation and are adorned with tropical designs.

  • Stay near the heart of San José, Costa Rica at the Park Inn by Radisson. Within walking distance of the bustling downtown area, the Park Inn by Radisson San José, Costa Rica is an ideal choice for corporate travelers who want to be near business parks and leisure travelers who enjoy easy access to the best attractions.

Not sure where to begin? Get in touch now and one of our expert trip consultants will be happy to help.

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