Cruising in South America

The allure of Rio de Janeiro, the bustling South American port of Buenos Aires, and the white beaches that cover the shores of Santiago, Chile are just some of the hidden treasures of this underrated continent. While the northern end of this mass of land that hosts the world’s largest tropical rainforest is dominated by the Caribbean, no other ports in the world offer the same hospitality as South American ports do. The Latin American theme really suits every personality and nationality. And when it is winter in the northern hemisphere, cruising in South America truly appeals to every tourist and traveler who wants to unwind and take a break from the bustling life. This article will provide you with a list of things to do while you’re cruising around this amazing continent.

When you want to escape the winter’s cold, just head south and you’ll find a haven of warm culture and people. Receive an affectionate greeting from a tour guide of Argentina or accept a gift from an Amazon craftsman. Now, let’s list one of the most famous destinations in a South American cruise, the Amazon River.

A cruise in the wide Amazon River typically sails between the city of Manaus, the Amazon’s major metropolis, and either Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s third largest city, or Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital. Ports of Call include Santarem, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Boca da Valeria, Montevideo, Belem, Buenos Aires, and Punta Del Este.

Perhaps the most important sight to see while having this South American cruise is definitely the world’s haven of biodiversity, the Amazon. You can have wildlife experiences during your cruise, depending on the services offered by your cruise liner. One magnificent spot you shouldn’t miss is the Encontro das Aquas, literally meaning where the waters meet. This place is not a city or a village or a port of call, but it is actually a portion of the great Amazon River where the black waters come together with the brown or tan waters, running alongside for hundreds of miles, without mixing. When your ship reaches the Atlantic Ocean, metropolitan sightings will be present.

When you’re in Rio de Janeiro, don’t forget to explore the scenery. Try heading downtown and shop for some mementos. Rio de Janeiro’s cosmopolitan, remarkable and totally exotic culture really makes you want to live there. If you plan to have your cruise by 2015 to 2016, this metropolis is the perfect getaway. Why? It will host the Summer Olympics, and for sure, a wide array of souvenirs will be present by that time.

Having your dream cruise in South America will never give you any kind of regret in the future. Its natural, earth-friendly approach to tourists and travelers is its key component and the main reason why it became a famous cruising destination. And because South America is located in the southern hemisphere, its seasons are converse than what you have in the north. As a result, cruising in South America can give you that warm and welcoming feeling that you can never find elsewhere in the world.