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Top 6 Safest Countries to Visit in South America

An exotic and a diverse tourism experience awaits you!!!
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A Topographical Jewel

South America is blessed with various multifarious geographical wonders.While on one hand, it has serene stretches of beaches, the other boasts of mountainous terrains combined with the perfect city life.

6 Safest Countries to Visit in South America

  • Chile
  • Uruguay
  • Argentina
  • Paraguay
  • Costa Rica
  • Bolivia
Chile
Among the safest to visit, Chile offers diverse landscapes, from the Atacama Desert to the San Rafael Glacier.

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Traveling Around in Chile
Buses are most common along with taxis, especially to travel in big cities. Be sure to book a taxi ride from your hotel.

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Tourism in Chile
Discover Chile: South America's vast gem, showcasing Torres Del Paine, Marble Caves, Atacama Desert, and Santiago.
Uruguay
A picturesque South American country with a stable political system and low corruption.

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Traveling in Uruguay
Uruguay boasts reliable, metered taxis and low risks of natural disasters, terrorism, and scams.

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Tourism in Uruguay
Ranked 9th on the Global Peace Index, it's dubbed the "South American Switzerland" for its livability and stable economy.

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Argentina
A top South American tourist destination, famed for its culture, food, and scenic attractions.

Traveling in Argentina

Buses and cars are your best travel partners due to the massive network of roads, along with taxis. Only ensure that they are 'radio taxis with a clear phone number'.

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Aconcagua

Highest mountain in Argentina, South America.

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Tourism in Argentina
Argentina's top attractions include UNESCO sites Iguazu Falls and Quebrada de Humahuaca.

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Paraguay
An unexplored South American gem, it offers beautiful savannas, grasslands, and unique experiences.

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Traveling in Paraguay
Ciudad del Este, Luque, and San Lorenzo are the safest cities to visit. Use company cabs and always carry ID.

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Tourism in Paraguay
Combining old city charm, tropical forests, colonial towns, and nature reserves, it ranks fifth on the Global Peace Index.

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Costa Rica
Costa Rica offers a warm welcome, gorgeous beaches, and stunning natural beauty.

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Traveling in Costa Rica
Buses are the best way to explore Costa Rica: frequent, cheap, and convenient. Avoid driving; roads are tricky.

Tourism in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a brimming tourist hotspot with backpacking expeditions on one hand while luxury focused destinations on the other. The capital San Jose is a must visit city.
Bolivia
Indulge in an adrenaline rush: paraglide, fish the Amazon, explore Bolivian parades, or taste wine in Tarija.

Traveling in Bolivia

Public transportation is not much preferred, but you can always book a private taxi or a mini-van/bus. However, its safe to travel overall in Bolivia.

Not to miss - The Salt Flats

For a truly mesmerizing experience as a tourist , you have to visit the Salar De Uyuni, the largest Salt flats in the world.

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Western Bolivia Is Where the Action Is

Bolivia's best tourist places are all centered around in the Western part of the country. It also shares its borders with Chile and Peru. The proximity to the places given an edge to the tourists to explore maximum places in their itinerary.

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Quick Facts - South America

  • More than 300 languages are spoken in South America.
  • Most bio-diverse place - Amazon Rain forest.
  • Home to most civilizations in the world.
  • Home to rich natural resources.