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

  • Discover the lost civilization of Easter Island and explore the unmatched beauty of Torres del Paine National Park on our Easter Island and Patagonia adventure trip.

  • Depart from Puno station, cross through deep valleys and high mountains where camelids graze in the wide open plains of the Altiplano. Stop in 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.

  • An exploration of the realm of the Harpy Eagle, the world’s most powerful bird of prey and Panama’s national bird. This unforgettable adventure takes place along the historic Gulf of San Miguel, where the Spanish discoverer Vasco Nuñez de Balboa became the first European to set eyes on the Pacific Ocean back in 1512.

  • This itinerary through Salta and Jujuy invites travelers into a region shaped by ancient civilizations, colonial heritage, and dramatic natural forces. Each day reveals a new layer—from preserved city streets and sacred archaeological sites to vast landscapes carved by wind, time, and altitude.

  • 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.

  • Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Colombia, a land brimming with vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and rich history. This meticulously crafted itinerary invites you to discover the diverse facets of this captivating South American gem.

Featured Hotels

  • The Amerian Portal del Iguazu is located just a few meters from the Hito Tres Fronteras (Three Frontiers) with a stunning view of the confluence of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers in Puerto Iguazu, Argentina. The hotel has 102 rooms, 2 Bars, Gourmet Restaurant, an outdoor barbecue area, and a hall for events and conventions.

  • The Hotel Marina Copan overlooks the Central Plaza in the charming town of Copan Ruinas, Honduras. The hotel was named in honor of Doña Marina Welchez, and built on the site of her family home nearly 60 years ago.

  • If you are looking for a top tier hotel in Argentina’s Northern region, you will find it in the historic quarter of the city of Salta at the Legado Mitico Salta Hotel. Experience the refreshing sensation of staying at a mansion that does not relinquish its origins and traditions, and combines them with the most exclusive comfort, placing it among the highest rated hotels in the region.

  • Immersed in the countryside in a gorgeous area, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba spans approximately 100 acres surrounded by imposing green mountains. The most recent addition to the Inkaterra portfolio, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba is a contemporary hacienda-style hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, in-between Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru.

  • El Albergue Ollantaytambo in Ollantaytambo, Peru offers rooms with impeccable rustic style décor and garden views. The inn just 19 miles from Machu Picchu and features red tiled terraced Spanish galleries and views of the surrounding scenery.

  • Ramada by Wyndham Costa Del Sol Cusco is a four-star hotel in the Central Historical District of Cusco, Peru - with convenient access to Machu Picchu. The Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco is the perfect base for discovering the beautiful heritage of the Inca civilization.

  • Kkala Boutique Hotel Salta is a charming boutique hotel located at the foot of a mountain, in the exclusive residential area of Tres Cerritos in Salta, Argentina. Start the day with a cozy breakfast in the dining room filled with stunning aromas and overlooking Salta and its mountains. The hotel combines tradition with unique antiques and regional craftsmanship.

  • Located in a neo-colonial Spanish style mansion which dates back to 1950, El Solar De La Plaza Hotel combines elegance, tradition and comfort in Salta, Argentina. With a colonial, sophisticated and personal style in its 30 rooms, Solar de la Plaza Hotel combines the tradition of a mid-twentieth-century mansion with the elegance of a contemporary high-end hotel.

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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