Dear TravellerThere's something about the exuberance andpassion of South America that gets into theblood and makes me want to go back againand again to experience more.It is a vast and staggeringly diversecontinent. From exploring remote Inca ruins to relaxing on heavenly beaches,trekking across deserts to visiting remoteAndean communities, learning the tango todrinking fine New World wines, SouthAmerica is full of variety. It's a continent of amazing wildlife, dramatic scenery andmighty rivers with a fascinating humanstory printed on it.Planning a trip here requires first-handexperience. Our specialists have travelledextensively within South America, seen thehotels that we recommend and experiencedthe tours. They are also aware of the pitfallsof travelling in this developing area of theworld. Many of the team have also lived,worked and studied across the continentenabling them to understand the culturaldifferences. Combined with their enthusiasmand passion they are able to advise exactlyhow travel 'works' here.This brochure covers South America from top to toe, including classic destinations anditineraries, as well as 'off the beaten track'and specialised trips to match specificinterests. It is a collection of our team'sfavourite places and a collation of their yearsof experience working with the region. I hopethis shines through on the following pages,inspiring you to take an unforgettable trip tothis amazing part of the world.Craig BurkinshawManaging Director

Tailor-made travelThe beauty of tailor-made travel is that every trip is unique. Whether you want to stay insimple or luxurious accommodation, have greatguides on hand or explore under your ownsteam, travel for one week or five, we can createa trip to match your tastes and budget. We canalso create trips for a special occasion, whereadded touches can change an adventurousjourney into a spectacular honeymoon,anniversary or birthday celebration. Your trip canalso be tailored to particular interests such aswildlife, photography, ethnography or architectureand we have the specialist knowledge to match.Throughout the brochure you will find suggesteditineraries together with details on some of ourfavourite hotels, lodges and boats. These areincluded purely to offer inspiration and give you a flavour of what is possible as each journey iscreated individually to give you the opportunity to experience a destination in exactly the wayyou choose.Specialist knowledgeOur South America specialists have all travelledthroughout the continent, so you can rely on theirextensive first-hand knowledge. They regularlyreturn to see the accommodation, meet ourguides - many of whom are firm friends -experience all the excursions and activities, andkeep up-to-date with local developments. Theypride themselves on having an honest 'tell it howit is' approach to planning your trip and, as well astheir own extensive knowledge, they are able todraw on the considerable collective experience of their colleagues. We believe this approach isunique to Audley and the only way we cangenuinely offer you a tailor-made service.Financial securityAll travel arrangements in this brochure thatinclude a flight are ATOL protected by the CivilAviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 4817.Please see our booking conditions for moreinformation. If your arrangements do not includeany flights they are protected by a separatefinancial scheme, for further details visitwww.audleytravel.com/protectPlanning your tripOnce you have some ideas for your trip, or if you just want some general guidance, please call one of our South America specialists on01993 838 600. They can offer advice and discuss your plans with you, before creating adetailed itinerary, which will be forwarded to youtogether with maps, accommodation information,colour photographs and a price. Your specialistcan then continue to refine the plans until you are completely satisfied. They will be on handfrom the start of the planning process to yourreturn and are always available to answerquestions and offer sound advice.Introducing AudleyAudley was founded by Craig Burkinshaw after he developed a passion for travel in the early 1990s. This enthusiasm turned into a determination to make it possible for othersto share the same experience and, from these small beginnings, the company was born. Audleyoffers a new type of travel experience - individual journeys, designed to match the traveller'sinterests, tastes and budget, created with an absolute commitment to quality, authenticity anda passion for travel. Today Audley is one of the UK's most highly regarded specialist touroperators, providing tailor-made trips throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, LatinAmerica, Australasia, Antarctica and the Arctic, Canada and Alaska.ContentsIntroduction2-7Peru8-23TheAmazon24-25Bolivia26-31Ecuador&TheGalapagos32-43Colombia44-47Venezuela48-51Guyana,Suriname&FrenchGuiana52-53The Caribbean54-55CentralAmerica,Mexico & Cuba56-57Brazil58-75Paraguay76-77Uruguay78-79Argentina80-97Patagonia98-99Chile100-115TheFalklandIslands116-119Antarctica120-122UsefulInformation123