- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -'7A>.L | NORTHERN BRAZIL'ra^ilƶs nortLern region is one oJ tLe least toucLeH Fy tourism yet itƶs Lome to stunning FeacLes remarOaFle lanHscapes anH Listoric 93*SC4HesignateH colonial to[ns meaning itƶs [ell [ortL a visit iJ you [ant to Hiscover some oJ 'ra^ilƶs gems [itLout tLe cro[Hs HISTORIC CITIESTLere are several maNor cities along tLe regionƶs nortLern anH nortLeastern coastline eacL [itL tLeir o[n appeal anH al[ays tLeir o[n city FeacL while there are many more small and idyllic resorts LiHHen up anH Ho[n tLe coast TLe cities oJ 7eciJe 4linHa So Lu¸s anH +ortale^a all Lave a Heep colonial Leritage anH [ellpreserveH Listoric centres [itL tLose oJ So Lu¸s anH 4linHa FotL HesignateH 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Sites tLanOs to tLeir magniǻcent FaroUue cLurcLes pastelcoloureH colonial arcLitecture anH coFFleH streets IDYLLIC BEACHESA[ay Jrom tLe cities anH it Fecomes all aFout nature 'oasting perLaps some oJ tLe most stunning coastline in SoutL America youƶll ǻnH remote oJtenHeserteH Fut al[ays e\\Uuisite vast stretcLes oJ iHyllic anH unspoilt FeacLes ,olHensanH FeacLes lappeH Fy crystalclear a^ure [aters are JrameH eitLer Fy Hramatic cliǺs lusL tropical vegetation or rolling sanH Hunes [itL resorts tLat vary Jrom rustic ecostyle to HecaHent private villas TLe laiHFacO FoLemian to[ns oJ 5ipa anH /ericoacoara are particularly popular Jor tLeir stunning FeacLes anH cLilleHout FeacL Fars [itL eacL to[n also oǺering prime HolpLinspotting anH Oitesurǻng opportunities respectively INCREDIBLE ECOSYSTEMSTLe nortLern region is also Lome to several protecteH nature reserves +ernanHo He 3oronLa a volcanic arcLipelago 2ȴ0 miles oǺ tLe nortLeastern coast is a marine parO anH ecological sanctuary [itL a spectacular NaggeH coastline enHemic [ilHliJe anH suFlime FeacLes 4nly limiteH tourists are allo[eH maOing it an increHiFle spot Jor scuFa Hiving anH snorOelling among tLe sea turtles rays HolpLins anH reeJ sLarOs tLat live in its [aters 4tLer gems are tLe FeautiJul 5arna¸Fa )elta a comple\\ anH rare ecosystem oJ lusL mangroves Hunes anH a net[orO oJ small river islanHs [Lere ǼocOs oJ scarlet iFis come to roost anH tLe Len±¾is 2aranLenses 3ational 5arO a vast Hesert lanHscape oJ rolling [Lite sanH Hunes anH crystalclear lagoons [Lere visitors can e\\plore on 4;) or LorseriHing e\\cursions or UuaH FiOe or Fuggy riHe across tLe Hunes Remote and largely untouched, Northern Brazil is full of beautiful, deserted beaches, extraordinary ecosystems, colonial towns and a glorious laid-back charm.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent - | '7A>.LTHE PANTANALStretcLing over 80000 sUuare miles across [estcentral 'ra^il anH straHHling tLe ForHers oJ 5araguayanH 'olivia tLe 5antanal is tLe largest [etlanH intLe [orlH anH one oJ tLe most pristine A LotFeH oJ [onHerJul anH varieH FioHiversity its vast [iHeopenlanHscapes oJ s[eeping emeralH savannaLs ǼooHeH plains anH lacO oJ Hense Jorest also mean itƶs one oJtLe Fest places to spot [ilHliJe in its natural LaFitat A BIODIVERSITY HOTSPOT-ome to a staggering Ȧ0 million caimans Ƴ tLe largestconcentration oJ crocoHiles in tLe [orlH it also Foasts tLe LigLest population oJ Naguars meaning tLe5antanal proviHes one oJ tLe Fest cLances oJ spottingtLis elusive animal 'ut tLis is a place youƶll al[ays[ant your camera reaHy as tLe [ilHliJe is as aFunHantanH present as it is varieH -ome to a myriaH oJ FirHliJe incluHing tLe LyacintL maca[ tLe largest parrot ontLe planet you can also e\\pect to encounter tLe liOes oJ anteaters or pumas tapir capyFara armaHillosanaconHas Lo[ler monOeys anH LunHreHs oJ otLer species Ƴ all at any given time EXPLORING THE PANTANAL An iHeal Hestination Jor nature lovers tLis is a Uuiet peaceJul [orlH in [LicL nature taOes tLe centre stage =ou can enNoy a range oJ HiǺerent activities [Lile Hiscovering tLe 5antanalƶs ricL FioHiversity sucL as OayaOing canoeing LiOing Lorse riHing Foat or 4;) saJaris e\\Lilarating nigLt tours anH even piranLa ǻsLing .J you Lave time anH opportunity itƶs also [ell [ortL taOing a ǼigLt over tLe [etlanHs Jor a FreatLtaOing FirHseye perspective oJ tLis vast anH FeautiJul natural [onHerlanH TLis region oJ 'ra^il Las plenty more to oǺer too Close to the northern Pantanal is the beautiful CLapaHa Hos ,uimares 3ational 5arO anotLer FirHlovers paraHise Fut [itL Hrastically contrasting lanHscapes to tLe 5antanal [itL its stunning canyons [aterJalls anH Hramatic rocO Jormations 4r close to tLe soutLern 5antanal is 'onito a to[n anH ecotourism LuF Ono[n Jor its laFyrintL oJ crystalclear rivers anH [aterǻlleH caves tLat maOe it an increHiFle snorOelling anH soJtaHventure Hestination Less famous than the Amazon, but the Pantanal – with its stunning, sweeping, water-drenched landscapes – quietly harbours the highest concentration of wildlife in South America. BRAZILIAN AMAZON
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -'7A>.L | TLinO oJ 'ra^il anH youƶll liOely tLinO oJ tLe Ama^on Covering almost LalJ oJ tLe countryƶs gargantuan territory over 60 oJ tLe [orlHƶs largest anH most famous rainforest can be found Lere spanning 'ra^ilƶs nortL anH nortL[est territory FeJore spilling into no less tLan eigLt otLer neigLFouring countriesAN EXTRAORDINARY ECOSYSTEMHome to a tenth of all plant and animal species in tLe [orlH tLis vast anH comple\\ ecosystem also Losts Fy Jar tLe Figgest river system in tLe [orlH [itL tLe migLty Ama^on 7iver anH its Ȧ000 triFutaries [inHing tLrougLout tLe tLicO lusL tropical Nungle A particularly spectacular sigLt is tLe Ƶmeeting oJ tLe riversƶ at 2anaus a Jascinating natural pLenomenon [Lere tLe ligLt Fro[n [aters oJ tLe SolimÀes 7iver meet tLe inOy FlacO [aters oJ tLe 7¸o 3egro Fut Honƶt converge insteaH running alongsiHe eacL otLer Jor a staggering Jour miles FeJore ǻnally merging2anaus itselJ is a Fustling riverport city tLat serves as 'ra^ilƶs main gate[ay to tLe Ama^on anH most loHges are accessible from here via a motorised Foat riHe Ho[n tLe river Alternatively you can opt for a riverboat cruise that [ill taOe you Heeper into tLe Nungle where there’s also better chance of seeing even more [ilHliJe .J you [ant an even more remote e\\perience tLe soutLern Ama^on oǺers more secluHeH loHges anH is also a gooH option Jor comFining [itL tLe nortLern 5antanal RICH EXPERIENCES+rom its [ealtL oJ tropical FirHliJe to slotLs monOeys Jrogs anH so mucL more tLe Hiverse ricL anH tropical Ǽora anH Jauna oJ tLe Ama^on is rigLtly one oJ its main Hra[s to many visitors Fut tLe truest Ama^on e\\perience isnƶt Nust aFout [Lat you see Fut tLe Noy oJ e\\periencing it Canoeing among giant [ater lilies in ǼooHeH Jorests Ho^ing in a LammocO [Lile listening to tLe sounHs oJ tLe Nungle [aOing to tLe calls oJ Lo[ler monOeys spotting pinO HolpLins as you cLug Ho[nriver on a Foat or LiOing tLrougL tLe Nungle anH learning aFout tLe Hiversity oJ Ǽora and its many uses to the rainforest’s inHigenous people TLe Ama^on is uniUue in so many [ays anH a Nourney into its tropical HeptLs is a truly enricLing e\\perience Bursting with life, vast, unparalleled and extraordinary, the Amazon is almost mythical in its status, yet it couldn’t be more real. This is a part of South America that simply can’t be missed. BRAZILIAN AMAZON
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent - | '7A>.LExplore Brazil’s top highlights, hidden gems and natural wonders. Spot incredible wildlife in the vast wetlands of the Pantanal and the mighty Amazon rainforest, see the largest waterfall system in the world in Iguazú and immerse yourself in Salvador’s culture, before a final few days relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Praia do Forte..nternational JligLts 2 overnigLt Homestic JligLts in economyȦȰ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȴ0 mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £7,899 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 4: Rio de JaneiroSoaO up tLe ama^ing atmospLere oJ 7io anH Hiscover its iconic sites incluHing Sugar LoaJ 2ountain CLrist tLe 7eHeemer statue anH CopacaFana 'eacLDAYS 5 - 6: Iguazú+ly to .gua^Å [Lere youƶll Lave a Jull Hay to enNoy visiting tLese e\\ceptional Jalls Jrom FotL tLe 'ra^ilian anH Argentinian siHesDAYS 7 - 9: The Pantanal+ly to tLe 5antanal [Lere youƶll stay Jor tLree nigLts LeaHing out on saJari FotL on Joot anH Fy Foat in searcL oJ tLe elusive Naguar anH otLer [ilHliJeDAYS 10 - 12: The AmazonStay in a Jantastic loHge Heep in tLe Nungle anH Hiscover tLe increHiFle Ǽora anH Jauna oJ tLis Jamous rainJorest on tours leH Fy e\\pert local guiHes DAYS 13 - 19: Salvador & Praia do Forte*nNoy a guiHeH tour oJ tLe cLarming olH to[n oJ SalvaHor [itL its colourJul colonial Louses aFunHant cLurcLes anH coFFleH streets FeJore LeaHing to tLe coastal to[n anH stunning FeacLes oJ 5raia Ho +orte Jor a last Je[ Hays oJ e\\ploration or rela\\ation at your o[n pace FeJore your ǼigLt Lome BRAZIL7.4 )* /A3*.74IGUAZÚ SAL:A)47 THE PANTANAL57A.A )4 +47T*THE AMAZON.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATION...LEISURELY BRAZIL
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -'7A>.L | Take in the colourful, tango-filled streets of Buenos Aires, see the thunderous power of the mighty Iguazú Falls and visit iconic sites in vibrant Rio de Janeiro before relaxing on the beautiful white-sand beaches in Búzios. This journey is a firm favourite, taking in some of the region’s top highlights. .nternational JligLts 2 overnigLt Homestic JligLts in economyȦȦ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦȴ mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £5,199 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 4: Buenos AiresLearn aFout tLe Jascinating Listory oJ Argentinaƶs capital on a city tour enNoy an evening oJ entertainment [itL a tango sLo[ anH Hinner anH tLen spenH a Hay on an estancia learning aFout tLe culture anH [ay oJ liJe oJ tLe gaucLos incluHing enNoying a traHitional asaHo FarFeUue DAYS 5 - 6: Iguazú FallsSee tLe a[einspiring .gua^Å +alls on a JullHay tour ;anHer along tLe Argentinian Nungle trails tLat get up close to tLe tLunHerous Jalls anH tLen taOe in tLe Jull panorama Jrom tLe 'ra^il siHeƶs spectacular vie[pointsDAYS 7 - 9: Rio de Janeiro*\\plore viFrant anH e\\citing 7io on a guiHeH tour anH tLen enNoy time at your o[n leisure :isit Sugar LoaJ 2ountain anH see CLrist tLe 7eHeemer to[ering over tLe city sip caipirinLas on tLe Jamous CopacaFana 'eacL or [anHer tLe Listoric Ho[nto[n areaDAYS 10 - 14: Búzios SpenH tLree nigLts in 'Å^ios to rela\\ on one oJ tLe many stunning FeacLes along tLe coastline FeJore transJerring FacO to 7io Jor your ǼigLt LomeS42* 4+ 497 +A:497.T* 749T*S .3 BRAZILROUTE TO RIO 7.4 )* /A3*.74IGUAZÚ'9*34S A.7*S'¤>.4SBRAZILARGENTINA
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -6 | '7A>.LACCOMMODATION INSPIRATION...BELMOND COPACABANA PALACE, RIO DE JANEIROTLis iconic Ȧȟ20ƶs Lotel Las all tLe glit^ anH glamour oJ a Fygone era A[arH[inning restaurants sumptuous H³cor e\\cellent Jacilities anH service levels to matcL Jor a lu\\urious stay on CopacaFana 'eacLBELMOND HOTEL DAS CATARATAS, IGUAZÚ FALLSThis hotel has an unrivalled location within the national parO allo[ing early anH late entry [Len all otLer visitors Lave HeparteH FeautiJul 5ortuguese colonial arcLitecture anH elegant H³cor tLrougLoutVILA D’ESTE, BÚZIOS3estleH among tropical palms anH [itL FreatLtaOing vie[s over 5raia Hos 4ssos anH its turUuoise sea tLis attractive anH intimate pousaHa is a perJect romantic geta[ay .nspireH Fy tLe Feauty oJ its surrounHings it oǺers inHiviHually HecorateH suites [itL cLarming 2eHiterranean toucLes anH a Far anH restaurant comFining Helicious Ǽavours [itL stunning vie[s
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -'7A>.L | ffiS42* 4+ 497 +A:497.T* 5LAC*S T4 STA= .3 BRAZILCASA TURQUESA, PARATY4n tLe coFFleH streets oJ tLe Listoric centre tLis converteH Ȧ8tLcentury to[nLouse is no[ a cLic anH contemporary guestLouse [itL unHerstateH lu\\ury impeccaFle attention to Hetail anH JaFulous serviceANAVILHANAS JUNGLE LODGE, AMAZONTLis small loHge in tLe Leart oJ tLe Ama^on oǺers stylisL anH comJortaFle cLalets on stilts [itL private veranHas a pool [itL [onHerJul river vie[s Helicious cuisine anH a uniUue Nungle e\\perience CAIMAN, PANTANAL4n tLe eHge oJ tLe soutLern 5antanal a comFination oJ conservation tourism anH [orOing cattle rancL FlenH to give superF [ilHliJe vie[ing opportunities anH ama^ing scenery ,uiHeH e\\cursions taOe guests on Hay anH evening saJaris canoe trips anH LiOes in searcL oJ Naguar ocelot anH giant anteaters 'et[een e\\cursions rela\\ Fy tLe pool anH soaO up tLe scenery
COLOMBIA
C4L42'.A | ffExtraordinary beauty, rich history, remarkable wildlife and a culture bursting with colour, vibrancy and passion, Colombia is an intoxicating and tantalising mix of all Latin America’s greatest allures. Sitting at tLe top oJ tLe SoutL American continent [itL ForHers to FotL tLe CariFFean Sea anH tLe 5aciǻc 4cean as [ell as a Hiverse array oJ neigLFouring nations ColomFia is a spectacular FlenH oJ Hramatic anH FeautiJul coastline unspoileH Nungle to[ering mountains Listoric cities viFrant culture anH so mucL more Longsince Laving sLeH its conǼicting past tLis e\\citing country Las Fecome one oJ Latin Americaƶs FestOept secrets 'oasting sucL natural [onHers as tLe AnHes anH tLe Ama^on tLe palmlineH tropical paraHise oJ Tayrona 3ational 5arO tLe vast savannaLs oJ Los Llanos tLe to[ering [a\\ palms oJ tLe Cocora :alley anH tLe iHyllic islanH oJ 5roviHencia nature lovers are in Jor a treat 'ut [itL cities as e\\citing as Cartagena 2eHell¸n anH salsatLrumming Cali Listorical [onHers sucL as La CiuHaH 5erHiHa tLe verHant anH aromatic Feauty oJ tLe coǺee region not to mention tLe tLriving cultural scene anH [elcoming spirit oJ tLe locals ColomFia is notLing sLort oJ a treat to every one oJ tLe senses Dec to Feb: 5eaO season [arm temperatures 'est Jor coastal 3e[ =ear celeFrations carnivalMar to Nov: Warm temperatures occasional rainJall 'est Jor city e\\ploration 2eHell¸n Ǽo[er Jestival Aug 5aciǻc Coast [Lale [atcLingWHEN TO GOCartagena: While away the days in Colombia’s colourJul anH atmospLeric coastal city pȦȦ0 Coffee Region: AHmire tLe vie[s [Lile sipping on ColomFiaƶs Jamous coǺee at source pȦȦ2 Tayrona: *\\plore untoucLeH FeacLes anH lusL Nungle in tLis spectacular national parO pȦȦȦ Los Llanos: Witness unrivalled sunsets across ColomFiaƶs vast unspoileH plains pȦȦȦ Medellín: Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene oJ tLis Hiverse anH invigorating city pȦȦ5 932.SSA'L* COLOMBIACARTAGENAECUADOR BRAZILCOLOMBIAMEDELLÍNPERUVENEZUELAPANAMATAYRONA NATIONAL PARKCOFFEE REGION'4,4TLOS LLANOS
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent - | C4L42'.ATLe CariFFean coast oJ ColomFia [Lere a^ure [aters meet golHen sanHs anH verHant lanHscapes reveals a tapestry of natural wonders and colourJul colonial cities TLe FlenH oJ inHigenous roots SpanisL Leritage anH AJroCariFFean inǼuences inJuses tLe region [itL a ricL anH captivating culture Jrom tLe Fustling marOets anH ǼavourJul street JooH to tLe rLytLmic Feats oJ music tLat ǻll tLe airCARTAGENAArguaFly ColomFiaƶs most FeautiJul city Cartagena stanHs as a viFrant gate[ay to Listory anH culture TLis 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Site Foasts a spellFinHing olH to[n [itL coFFlestone streets colourJul FuilHings anH colonial arcLitecture tLat ecLoes tales oJ seaJaring legenHs anH traHe routes 'eyonH tLe cityƶs Listoric [alls tLe coastline unJolHs [itL FreatLtaOing Feauty anH HiversityROSARIO ISLANDS, BARÚ & SAN BERNARDOTLe 7osario .slanHs are a group oJ 2Ȯ islanHs Nust oǺ tLe coast oJ Cartagena )ue to its [onHerJully intact ecosystem tLis national parOƶs crystalclear [aters Jull oJ [onHerJul marine liJe are Ono[n as one oJ tLe Fest places to snorOel anH scuFa Hive on tLe ColomFian coast TLe parO e\\tenHs [est Jrom tLe islanH oJ 'arÅ incluHing tLe reeJs oJ 3uestra Se¼ora Hel 7osario anH Ho[n to tLe San 'ernarHo arcLipelago [itL tLe unHer[ater platJorm in Fet[een as [ell as tLe Tesoro 7osario 2Åcura anH 2aravilLa islanHsSAN ANDRÉS & PROVIDENCIATruly oǺ tLe Featen tracO lies tLe stunning arcLipelago oJ San AnHr³s anH 5roviHencia Lome to some oJ the most pristine beaches and reefs in SoutL America ;itL a Listorical connection to ,reat 'ritain anH a geograpLic pro\\imity to 3icaragua tLese islanHs Lave tLeir o[n uniUue local culture SANTA MARTAOne of South America’s oldest surviving cities Santa 2arta prouHly emFraces its colonial legacy 6uieter tLan its neigLFour Cartagena tLis Fustling port still e\\uHes Listoric cLarm 'ut tLe real allure lies FeyonH as itƶs tLe gate[ay to tLe a[einspiring Sierra 3evaHa mountains Tayrona 3ational 5arO anH tLe Lost CityColombia’s Caribbean coastline captivates with its beautiful cities, spectacular beaches, shimmering azure waters and seductive atmosphere.CARTAGENA & THE CARIBBEAN COAST
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -C4L42'.A | 111NATIONAL PARKSColomFiaƶs national parOs sLo[case tLe countryƶs FreatLtaOing FioHiversity anH stunning lanHscapes +rom tLe Serran¸a He la 2acarena Lome oJ tLe ƵliUuiH rainFo[ƶ Ca¼o Cristales river to tLe sno[y volcanic peaOs ancient glaciers anH glassy lagoons oJ Los 3evaHos tLese protecteH areas LarFour a ricL array oJ plant anH animal species many oJ [LicL are enHemic anH enHangereH TLese parOs not only conserve ColomFiaƶs natural Leritage Fut also oǺer opportunities Jor ecotourism researcL anH aHventure inviting visitors to immerse tLemselves in tLe countryƶs natural [onHersTAYRONA Tayrona 3ational 5arO on tLe CariFFean Coast is one oJ tLe countryƶs most popular parOs [itL Nungle [ilHliJe mountains anH ocean all [itLin its FounHs 2iles oJ sanHy Nungle trails reveal glimpses oJ Hiverse [ilHliJe Jrom monOeys s[inging overLeaH to agoutis scuttling tLrougL FusLes TLere are Ho^ens oJ FeacLes to Fe HiscovereH Jrom popular s[imming spots sucL as La 5iscina anH CaFo San /uan to otLers [Lere your only company [ill Fe FrigLt Flue craFs )iscover tLe increHiFle 500yearolH arcLaeological remains at 5ueFlito or tLe marvel oJ CiuHaH 5erHiHa tLe Jamous ƵLost Cityƶ FurieH Heep in tLe Nungle oJ tLe Sierra 3evaHa 2ountains Tayrona also boasts a spectacular marine national parO [Lere Hive anH snorOel entLusiasts can e\\plore stunning reeJs caves anH [recOs across 22 Hive sites anH enNoy tLe Luge FioHiversity oJ marine liJe tLat incluHes octopus anH puǺerǻsL turtles stingrays anH mucL more LOS LLANOS .n contrast to Tayrona tLe untameH [ilHerness oJ Los Llanos 3ational 5arO unveils a captivating e\\panse oJ spra[ling grasslanHs savannaLs anH [inHing rivers LusL [itL uniUue Ǽora anH Jauna itƶs a Laven Jor FirH[atcLers anH nature lovers Llaneros tLe LarHy local rancLers Fring tLe regionƶs cultural legacy to liJe sLaring tLeir resilient means oJ e\\istence +rom oFserving capyFaras anH caimans to emFarOing on saJaristyle Hrives Jor elusive Naguar sigLtings tLe parO oǺers tLrilling aHventure while the absence of heavy tourism preserves its autLenticity granting visitors a genuine connection to ColomFiaƶs [ilH LeartRich wildlife, untouched rainforest, stunning beaches, fantastic hikes leading to spectacular views... Colombia’s national parks have it all.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -112 | C4L42'.ACOFFEE REGION ColomFiaƶs CoǺee 7egion is a captivating anH picturesUue area Ono[n Jor its lusL lanHscapes ricL coǺee Leritage anH uniUue cultural e\\periences LocateH on tLe slopes oJ tLe AnHes 2ountains tLe Jertile soils optimal altituHe anH JavouraFle climate Lave maHe it a prime location Jor coǺee proHuction anH one in [LicL visitors can e\\plore coǺee plantations interact [itL local Jarmers anH gain insigLts into tLe intricate process oJ cultivating anH Larvesting coǺee Feans 3ot to mention soaO in tLe Feauty anH tranUuillity oJ tLe rolling lanHscapes TLe regionƶs importance as a cultural LuF [as acOno[leHgeH in 20ȦȦ [Len tLe CoǺee Cultural Landscape of Colombia was inscribed as a UNESCO ;orlH -eritage Site COCORA VALLEY;itLin tLe CoǺee 7egion tLe Cocora :alley stanHs out as a mustvisit Hestination .tƶs reno[neH Jor its to[ering [a\\ palms ColomFiaƶs national tree anH tLe [orlHƶs tallest palm species TreOOing tLrougL tLe Cocora :alley reveals a spectacular lanHscape HotteH [itL tLese maNestic palms against a FacOHrop oJ mistcovereH mountains TLe regionƶs FioHiversity is eUually captivating [itL various species oJ Ǽora anH Jauna coe\\isting LarmoniouslyLOCAL TOWNS 'eyonH its natural Feauty tLe CoǺee 7egion oǺers visitors a glimpse into ColomFiaƶs rural liJe anH traHitions 6uaint to[ns liOe Salento anH 6uimFaya e\\uHe cLarm [itL tLeir colourJul arcLitecture local LanHicraJts anH [arm atmospLere [Lile tLe timeless allure oJ Santa +e He AntioUuia one oJ ColomFiaƶs olHest to[ns oǺers a glimpse into ColomFiaƶs past [itL Jascinating museums anH a rela\\eH amFiance tLat LarOs FacO to a Fygone era TLe regionƶs cuisine is also a Noy to Hiscover sLo[casing a FlenH oJ Ǽavours inǼuenceH Fy inHigenous SpanisL anH AJrican cultures [itL traHitional HisLes liOe FanHeNa paisa anH arepas proviHing a taste oJ ColomFiaƶs culinary HiversityDiscover the serene beauty, lush green landscapes and outstanding flavours of Colombia’s world-famous and UNESCO-recognised coffee heartlands.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -C4L42'.A | 113A C4L42'.A3 C-4C4LAT* 2A0*7A DAY IN THE LIFE OF…WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO THIS JOB?. Jell in love [itL cacao anH cLocolate When I started to discover all the Listory Fiology anH agriculturalprocesses arounH cLocolate . HiHnƶt[ant to Fe any[Lere elseHOW DOES A TYPICAL DAY START? 2ost tLings in our property revolve arounH gastronomy A typical Hay starts Fy Fre[ing coǺee Jrom our plantation FaOing JresL pastries or preparing JresLly sUuee^eH manHarin Nuice Jrom our garHenFAVOURITE THING ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK?4ur increHiFle natural surrounHings and the permanent contact with nature 4ur Jorests proHuce 80 oJ tLe ingreHients in our HisLes [e even use our plants to maOe our o[n sustainaFle amenities Ƴ customers love our cLocolate soap THINGS YOUR VISITORS LOVE MOST? The incredible history of cacao never ceases to ama^e our visitors AnH oJ course tLey al[ays love maOing tLeir o[n cLocolate Jrom tLe cacao Fean BIGGEST CHALLENGE OF YOUR ROLE?To ensure our guests Jeel at Lome -aving tLem completely comfortable so that they can fully e\\perience tLe magic oJ tLe lanHWHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE WOULD-BE VISITORS? To Oeep tLeir senses alert TLere are inǻnite aromas tastes te\\tures sounHs sLapes anH colours to enNoy in our little paraHiseYOUR FAVOURITE TIME OF YEAR, AND ANY TIPS FOR WHEN TO VISIT? Some oJ tLe Fest montLs are /une anH 3ovemFer [Len tLere is less rain 'ut April anH 4ctoFer are also great Fecause [e are in tLe peaO oJ our t[o main Larvest seasonsANY FUNNY STORIES TO SHARE?Cacaoƶs properties can trigger a rusL oJ tLree Lappiness Lormones As our cLocolate is so pure aHults oJten get tLis rusL anH FeLave liOe cLilHren again spilling cLocolate over tLemselves or licOing it Jrom tLeir plates .tƶs [onHerJulChocolate aficionado José Luis Pérez is a host at Casa Rivera del Cacao. He talks about this small natural paradise in the Andean foothills: the perfect place to explore the gastronomic applications of Colombian biodiversity and where some of the world’s finest cocoa is grown and produced.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -114 | C4L42'.AHigh in the Andes Mountains, surrounded by incredible landscapes, you’ll find Colombia’s dynamic and cosmopolitan capital, picturesque towns, natural wildlife havens, and much more. BOGOTÁ'ogot« tLe viFrant LigLaltituHe capital oJ ColomFia is a cLarismatic FlenH oJ moHernity anH Listory Set against its maNestic AnHean mountain FacOHrop itƶs a Fustling metropolis that hums with cultural ricLness [itL [orlHclass museums sucL as tLe remarOaFle 2useo Hel 4ro 2useum oJ ,olH JameH art galleries anH a tLriving culinary scene TLe Listoric epicentre oJ tLe city La CanHelaria sLo[cases striOing colonial arcLitecture [Lile tLe HiǺerent neigLFourLooHs sucL as Fu^^ing >ona T gourmet >ona , or FoLemian CLapinero all oǺer a [iHe variety oJ Fars restaurants sLopping anH nigLtliJe Ƴ not to mention tLe salsa clubs that thrum with Colombian rLytLm anH passion nigLt aJter nigLt To[ering over tLe city is tLe Cerro He 2onserrate a lusL mountain accessiFle Fy caFlecar or LunHreHs oJ steps up a [ellmarOeH trail iJ youƶre up Jor tLe cLallenge tLat proviHes a wonderful escape from the bustle of tLe city 4Ǻering e\\pansive vie[s over tLe entire city tLere are also cLarming marOet stalls Fars anH restaurants to enNoy 'ogot«ƶs cLarm unHouFteHly lies in its contrasts anH itƶs a city [itL mucL more to oǺer tLan many e\\pect This is a dynamic urban landscape that perJectly reǼects ColomFiaƶs Hiverse iHentityVILLA DE LEYVA3ortL oJ tLe capital lies :illa He Leyva a picturesUue to[n tLat Jeels liOe stepping into tLe past .ts coFFlestone streets Listoric arcLitecture anH [Lite[asLeH FuilHings set against tLe stunning FacOHrop oJ tLe AnHes 2ountains e\\uHe a [elcoming cLarm anH tranUuil atmospLere tLat oǺers a serene escape from the modern world anH a glimpse into ColomFiaƶs colonial ListoryCHINGAZALocateH Nust FeyonH 'ogot« to tLe cityƶs nortLeast CLinga^a 3ational 3atural 5arO is a FreatLtaOing e\\panse oJ ruggeH terrain anH LigLaltituHe ecosystems [itL clouH Jorests crystalclear laOes anH p«ramo lanHscapes A Laven Jor Hiverse AnHean [ilHliJe anH uniUue plant species it stanHs as a testament to Colombia’s natural wonders and is [ell [ortL a visit oJten neeHing to Fe planneH a Je[ [eeOs in aHvance BOGOTÁ & SURROUNDS
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -C4L42'.A | 115MEDELLÍN A CITY REBORN2eHell¸n oJten reJerreH to as tLe ƵCity oJ *ternal Springƶ Hue to its pleasant yearrounH climate sits in tLe Leart oJ ColomFia in tLe AFurr« :alley surrounHeH Fy lusL mountains +ollo[ing a turFulent past tLe city Las unHergone a remarOaFle transJormation to Fecome a city reForn anH a symFol oJ innovation progress anH resilience 2eHell¸nƶs viFrant streets creative spirit anH ricL cultural tapestry maOe it an entLralling Hestination tLat FeautiJully FlenHs past anH presentART AND INNOVATIONLocal hillside barrios are connected with the city centre via sucL innovations as tLe 2etrocaFle an e\\tensive caFle car system tLat HouFles as an e\\ceptional sigLtseeing opportunity anH a ȴ85metre outHoor escalator tLat perJectly reǼects tLe creative moHernisation oJ tLe city Tours oJ once marginaliseH Farrios liOe Comuna Ȧȴ sLo[case tLese anH otLer communityleH initiatives anH tLe urFan art scene tLat Lave contriFuteH to 2eHell¸nƶs transJormation into a moHel oJ social progress TLe cityƶs commitment to puFlic art is eviHent tLrougLout tLe city [itL 'otero 5la^a anH its 2ȴ sculptures Fy reno[neH artist +ernanHo 'otero Nust one sucL e\\ample [Lile a [ealtL oJ parOs liFraries museums anH puFlic spaces proviHe tLe FacOHrop Jor numerous cultural events anH activities sucL as tLe FeloveH Ǽo[er Jestival pȦȦȰNEARBY GEMS5ueFlito 5aisa a replica oJ a traHitional AntioUuian village atop tLe small mountain Cerro 3utiFara oǺers increHiFle panoramic vie[s oJ tLe city anH to tLe east oJ 2eHell¸n lies *l 5e¼ol an a[einspiring monolitLic granite rocO rising Hramatically out oJ tLe ColomFian lanHscape 9sing tLe Histinctive staircase Fuilt into one siHe visitors can climF to its summit Jor unparalleleH panoramic vie[s oJ tLe surrounHing ,uatap³ region Resurrected and reborn, Medellín has become one of the coolest and most exciting cities in Colombia, with its incredible art scene, inspiring culture and endless appeal.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -6 | C4L42'.AFESTIVALSBLACKS & WHITES’ CARNIVAL: January-elH in tLe city oJ 5asto tLis uniUue carnival Hating FacO to tLe Ȧ6tL century is celeFrateH [itL a mi\\ oJ AJrican inHigenous anH SpanisL traHitions .tƶs Ono[n Jor its [ater anH talcum po[Her Fattles [Lere people throw water balloons and cover each otLer in colourJul po[HersHOLY WEEK IN POPAYÁN: EasterThe historic city of Popayán hosts one of the most solemn anH religiously signiǻcant events in ColomFia )uring -oly ;eeO processions oJ FeautiJul religious sculptures set to traHitional music pass tLrougL tLe arcLitecturally stunning city oJ 5opay«nBARRANQUILLA CARNIVAL: February4ne oJ tLe largest anH most Jamous carnivals in ColomFia tLe 'arranUuilla Carnival is a Ha^^ling spectacle oJ music Hance anH colourJul costumes .t Jeatures lively paraHes traHitional cumFia anH vallenato music anH JolOloric Hances tLat Fring tLe streets oJ 'arranUuilla to liJeMEDELLÍN FLOWER FESTIVAL: AugustTLis annual event LelH in 2eHell¸n is a celeFration oJ ColomFiaƶs Ǽo[er culture .t Jeatures a magniǻcent Ǽo[er paraHe [itL elaForately HecorateH Ǽoats anH Ƶsilleterosƶ tLe Ǽo[er carriers [Lo sLo[case intricate Ǽoral arrangements on tLeir FacOs From flowers to music to cultural traditions, there’s a festival for everything in Colombia, and you don’t want to miss experiencing these colourful, vibrant celebrations. ColomFia is a country reno[neH Jor its viFrant anH Hiverse Jestivals tLat celeFrate Nust aFout all aspects oJ its ricL cultural Leritage anH traHitions TLese events are LelH tLrougLout tLe year in HiǺerent parts oJ tLe country anH are a [onHerJul [inHo[ into tLe colourJul anH Noyous spirit oJ tLe ColomFian people so itƶs [ell [ortL maOing tLe time to see one TLese Jestivals are not only a reǼection oJ ColomFiaƶs cultural Hiversity Fut also an invitation to Noin in tLe Noy anH entLusiasm oJ tLe ColomFian people anH Hiscover ǻrstLanH tLe countryƶs ricL traHitions Hances music anH religious JervourTHE CALI FAIR: December A celeFration oJ music anH Hance tLe Cali +air Jeatures lively salsa competitions paraHes anH concerts TLe Jair attracts FotL locals anH tourists maOing it a lively anH unJorgettaFle e\\perience Jor tLose looOing to immerse tLemselves in ColomFiaƶs viFrant Jestival culture
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -C4L42'.A | 117Personal insights from the Latin Routes teamSenior 2arOeting 2anager +elipe +ranciscoOUR ROUTES IN COLOMBIAYOUR MAIN DESTINATIONS? 'ogot« CoǺee 7egion 2eHell¸n Cartagena 2inca anH Tayrona 3ational 5arOHOW DID YOU GET THERE?. Ǽe[ to 'ogot« via 2aHriH [itL .Feria anH tLen a mi\\ oJ Homestic ǼigLts anH Hriving in ColomFiaFAVOURITE LOCATION?.tƶs LarH to cLoose Fut . [as especially surpriseH Fy 2eHell¸n Ƴ . can easily say it’s one of the most e\\citing cities in tLe [orlH rigLt no[MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT?5laying AJrican Hrums [itL TamFores He CaFilHo in Cartagena Ƴ a group HeHicateH to maintaining ColomFiaƶs musical traHitions .t [as ama^ing not Nust to [atcL tLem in action Fut to participate as [ellBEST HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE? 4ne oJ tLe most Jascinating [as tLe Comuna Ȧȴ tour in 2eHell¸n .t was incredible to learn about the cityƶs ama^ing transJormation Jrom a 3arco epicentre to no[ Feing a viFrant anH e\\citing community anH one oJ tLe saJest areas in ColomFia I was particularly impressed with all tLe ama^ing street art anH even trieH a Fit oJ Fattle rapping tLere is a ǻrst Jor everytLingWHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND PREPPING FOR?Try and learn a few words of tLe local language itƶs al[ays appreciateH AnH allo[ yourselJ moments to stop and contemplate [Lere you are anH tLe increHiFle tLings youƶre seeing FAVOURITE FOOD AND DRINK? 4L so many TLe coǺee especially in tLe coǺee region is an aFsolute must Jor any coǺee lovers TLe cevicLe is ama^ing every[Lere all tLe tropical Jruit anH . loveH tLe local FreaH too . also LigLly recommend a visit to Casa Rivera Hel Cacao [Lere you can maOe your own chocolate and of course eat it too one oJ tLe top JooHie e\\periences ColomFia Las to oǺerFAVOURITE PHOTO?TLe one oJ me in tLe Cocora :alley aHmiring tLe increHiFle [a\\ palm tree Ƴ oǽcially tLe [orlHƶs tallest palm treeSUM UP YOUR TRIP IN THREE WORDS*\\citing colourJul anH surprising
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -8 | C4L42'.AEmbark on a journey through some of Colombia’s most characteristic and important places, from the historic capital of Bogotá to iconic destinations like Villa de Leyva, the renowned coffee region and the vibrant coastal city of Cartagena, discovering Colombia’s cultural and natural highlights..nternational ǼigLts 2 overnigLt Homestic ǼigLts in economyȦ0 nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦȦ mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £4,199 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 3: BogotáArrive in 'ogot« [Lere Listory culture anH moHernity colliHe *nNoy a Jascinating city tour tLat uncovers tLe LigLligLts incluHing Listoric arcLitecture anH [orlHclass museumsDAYS 4 - 5: Villa de Leyva:isit tLe >ipaUuir« Salt CatLeHral an impressive engineering marvel [Lile en route to tLe cLarming :illa He Leyva TLen enNoy a Hay e\\ploring anH uncovering tLe HeligLts oJ :illa He Leyvaƶs ricL Listorical anH cultural LeritageDAYS 6 - 8: Coffee RegionTLe lusL lanHscapes anH picturesUue plantations oJ ColomFiaƶs coǺee region are recogniseH Fy 93*SC4 Jor tLeir importance as a cultural Leritage site AHmire Cocora :alleyƶs enormous [a\\ palms visit colourJul traHitional villages anH learn aFout tLe coǺee process at a [orOing plantationDAYS 9 - 13: Cartagena+inally enNoy tLe [arm CariFFean viFes FeautiJul arcLitecture anH ricL Leritage oJ one oJ ColomFiaƶs most popular cities [Lere a panoramic tour reveals itsricL Listory'4,4TCOLOMBIACARTAGENAC4++** 7*,.43 :.LLA )* L*=:A.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATIONCLASSIC COLOMBIA
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -C4L42'.A | 119ACCOMMODATION INSPIRATIONEL CIELO HOTEL, MEDELLÍNA lu\\ury FoutiUue Lotel in tLe upmarOet *l 5oFlaHo Histrict El Cielo is a stylish and sophisticated haven particularly [ellOno[n Jor its Lugely popular ǻneHining restaurant CASA SAN AGUSTIN, CARTAGENAA meticulously restoreH ȦȮtLcentury mansion [itLin tLe historic old town that blends authentic charm and modern lu\\ury oǺering stylisL rooms anH a tranUuil courtyarH pool HACIENDA BAMBUSA, COFFEE REGION TraHitionally Fuilt Jrom [ooH anH clay -acienHa 'amFusa is set in a spectacular oasis oJ peace anH natural Feauty in tLe Leart oJ tLe coǺee region Savour Helicious cuisine e\\plore coǺee Jarms anH rela\\ amiHst tLe stunning AnHean lanHscapes
THE GUIANAS
THE GUIANAS | 121CA=*33*Tucked away in South America’s northeast corner are a trio of fascinating, beautiful, off-the-beaten-track countries that are undoubtedly some of Latin America’s most surprising and rewarding ‘uncut’ gems. ,uyana Suriname anH +rencL ,uiana collectively Ono[n as ƵtLe ,uianasƶ may Fe geograpLically part oJ SoutL America Fut iJ you HiHnƶt alreaHy Ono[ youƶH Fe Jorgiven Jor tLinOing otLer[ise TLanOs to tLeir Histinct colonial Listories anH CariFFean pro\\imity tLis is tLe only part oJ Latin America [Lere you [onƶt neeH SpanisL or 5ortuguese anH itƶs a region [Lose soul inHisputaFly Felongs to tLe ;est .nHies LesserHevelopeH anH lesservisiteH tLan mucL oJ Latin America itƶs oJten overlooOeH Fut tLis is an outstanHing region Jor tLose [itL an aHventurous spiritTLe alluring capital cities [itL tLeir ricL Listories anH laiHFacO CariFFean viFes are certainly not to Fe misseH 'ut venture into tLe vast s[atLes oJ almost untoucLeH Ama^on Nungle tLat FlanOets most oJ tLe region anH youƶll Hiscover tLe ,uianasƶ greatest HeligLts TLe astounHing 0aieteur +alls Ƴ ǻve times taller tLan 3iagara anH Farely anotLer tourist in sigLt tLe s[eeping 7upununi SavannaL or tLe FeautiJul anH Jascinating )anpaati islanH are Nust a Je[ LigLligLts TLis is a [orlH oJ pristine nature remote inHigenous villages viFrant FirHliJe anH e\\otic [ilHliJe tLat is Jar Jrom tLe tourist cro[Hs anH oL so [ortL a visit Aug to Dec: 5eaO season [arm less rainJall green lusL 'est Jor e\\ploring tLe interior [ilHliJe spottingJan to Aug: ;arm more rainJall particularly 2ay to Aug'est Jor visiting tLe coastal regionsWHEN TO GOGeorgetown: *nNoy tLe colonial arcLitecture viFrant nigLtliJe anH cLarm oJ ,uyanaƶs capitalKaieteur Falls: Discover one of the world’s tallest anH most impressively FeautiJul singleHrop [aterJallsParamaribo: *\\plore Surinameƶs )utcL Leritage in its appealing 93*SC4LonoureH capital city Danpaati River Lodge: 2eet tLe locals anH enNoy an idyllic stay on this island in the middle of the Ama^on rainJorestCayenne: 9ncover tLe Jascinating Listory anH inǼuences tLat Lave sLapeH +rencL ,uianaƶs capital932.SSA'L* GUIANASPARAMARIBO KAIETEUR FALLSBRAZILGEORGETOWNDANPAATIRIVER LODGE FRENCH GUIANAGUYANA SURINAMECAYENNE
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -122 | THE GUIANASDistinct from each other, as well as from the rest of South America, these three countries are full of rustic charm, historic gems and vast swathes of untouched jungle. The three countries of the Guianas may all share a similar landscape oJ lusL rainJorests Fursting [itL FioHiversity Fut tLey are eacL Uuite Histinct otLer[ise mainly Hue to tLeir inHiviHual 'ritisL +rencL anH )utcL colonial pasts TLe result is an intriguing FlenH oJ cultures Listory anH uniUue geopolitical situations set among a largely unHiscovereH tropical paraHise tLat is Uuite unliOe any[Lere else in Latin AmericaGUYANAA 'ritisL colony until Ȧȟ66 tLe FeautiJul capital oJ ,eorgeto[n Las an inHisputaFly colonial 'ritisL appearance [itL a CariFFean reggaeinJuseH soul .tƶs a Noy to e\\plore [itL viFrant nigLtliJe an e\\cellent JooH scene Jascinating arcLitecture sucL as tLe St ,eorgeƶs CatLeHral one oJ tLe [orlHƶs tallest JreestanHing [ooHen FuilHings anH stunning Fotanical garHens 'eyonH tLe city ,uyana oǺers unrivalleH natural e\\ploration tLanOs to its e\\ceptional FioHiversity anH Ȯ0 pristine natural LaFitat )iscover tLe maNestic 0aieteur +alls traverse tLe e\\pansive 7upununi SavannaL LiOe tLe 0anuOu 2ountains anH encounter tLrilling [ilHliJe in .[oOrama 7ainJorest FRENCH GUIANAStill an overseas Hepartment oJ +rance +rencL ,uiana is noticeaFly HiǺerent to its neigLFours [itL nearperJect roaHs espressos on every corner anH tLe *uro as its currency .n tLe capital Cayenne tLe countryƶs +rencL 'ra^ilian anH CariFFean inǼuence is HemonstrateH in its arcLitecture A little further up the coast you can delve into tLe [orlH oJ space e\\ploration at tLe ,uiana Space Centre tLen LeaH inlanH to Hiscover tLe lusL rainJorests [ilHliJe anH inHigenous traHitions oJ tLe Ama^onian ecosystem TLe -mong :illage anH 2aroni 7iver are e\\cellent places to discover the country’s inHigenous culture [Lile tLe Salvation .slanHs Ƴ [Lere 5apillon [as Jamously imprisoneH on )evilƶs .slanH Ƴ oǺer a Jascinating glimpse into +rencL penal ListorySURINAMETLe smallest oJ tLe ,uianas tLe Jormer Dutch colony of Suriname is the only inHepenHent )utcLspeaOing country in SoutL America .t is reno[neH Jor its JrienHly multicultural society anH its cLarming capital 5aramariFo is a 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Site tLanOs to its [ellpreserveH colonial arcLitecture Suriname’s dense rainforests are Lome to a [iHe array oJ Ǽora anH Jauna largely untoucLeH anH typically traverseH via Hugout canoes to get Fet[een villages A country tLatƶs Ono[n Jor its eǺorts to preserve its natural Feauty itƶs still very mucL oǺ tLe Featen tracO Fut Fecoming an increasingly popular ecoHestination GUYANA, FRENCH GUIANA & SURINAME
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -THE GUIANAS | 123Discover the vibrant life and colour of Guyana, observe phenomenal geographical wonders and immerse yourself in an abundance of wildlife. From the charming capital of Georgetown, venture into the raw and largely untouched depths of the country, with stays in rural villages deep in the Amazon..nternational ǼigLts Ȧ overnigLt Homestic ǼigLts in economyȁ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦȁ mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £4,499 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 2: Georgetown and Kaieteur FallsArrive in coastal ,eorgeto[n [itL its Histinctly CariFFean cLaracter TaOe a scenic ǼigLt to 0aieteur +alls to [itness tLe [orlHƶs LigLest JreeJalling [aterJall in tLe Leart oJ tLe NungleDAYS 3 - 4: Surama, North Rupununi+ly to 3ortL 7upununi in ,uyanaƶs interior to stay in a riversiHe village Fy tLe 'urro'urro 7iver TreO up Surama 2ountain anH canoe Ho[n tLe tranUuil river [Lile spotting maca[s anH toucansDAYS 5 - 6: Iwokrama RainforestTLis rainJorest is a prime spot to encounter tLe Frilliantly ǼamFoyant cocOoJtLerocO FirH [Lile its canopy [alO[ay a [eF oJ ȴ0metreLigL suspension FriHges Frings you even closer to its uniUue Ǽora anH JaunaDAYS 7 - 10: GeorgetownAJter one last Ha[n cLorus canopy visit return to ,eorgeto[n Jor a [onHerJul culinary e\\perience e\\ploring tLe cityƶs colourJul marOets [itL one oJ ,uyanaƶs most reno[neH cLeJs TaOe an overnigLt ǼigLt FacO to tLe 90.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATIONGUYANA IN LIVING COLOURGEORGETOWN SURAMA0A.*T*97 +ALLS.;407A2A 7A.3+47*STGUYANA
COSTA RICA
COSTA RICA | 125An adventure paradise and a wildlife haven, Costa Rica is a verdant splendour of lush rainforests, pristine beaches, tranquil eco-lodges and a deep-rooted culture of peaceful, happy, ‘pura vida’ enjoyment. .n tLe Leart oJ Central America [itL over 800 miles oJ coastline anH an increHiFle 25 oJ tLe country preserveH in national parOs anH reserves Costa 7ica is an inHisputaFle tropical paraHise 7eno[neH Jor its remarOaFle FioHiversity as [ell as its trailFla^ing stance on sustainaFility anH ecotourism tLis is a country in [LicL you can immerse yourselJ in vast s[atLes oJ perJectly preserveH rainJorest OicOFacO on pictureperJect FeacLes soar tLrougL clouH Jorests on a ^ipline anH encounter colourJul FirHs Lo[ling monOeys nesting sea turtles anH an aFunHance oJ otLer e\\otic [ilHliJe at every turn 'ut itƶs Costa 7icaƶs Jamously rela\\eH approacL to liJe tLat aHHs tLe ǻnal toucL oJ magic to a visit Lere ;LetLer youƶre OayaOing tLrougL tLe palmJringeH [ater[ays oJ Tortuguero 3ational 5arO [Lite[ater raJting Ho[n tLe 5acuare 7iver spotting Naguars in CorcovaHo 3ational 5arO soaOing in Lot springs at tLe Joot oJ Arenal :olcano or un[inHing on ,uanacasteƶs spectacular FeacLes Costa 7ica eǺortlessly FlenHs aHventure nature anH rela\\ation anH itƶs easy to see [Ly itƶs oJten LaileH as tLe Lappiest place on *artL Dec to Apr: 5eaO season [arm temperatures Hrier FrigLt 'est Jor FeacLes selJHrive [ilHliJe spotting 5aciǻc siHeMay to Nov: ;arm LumiH rainJall peaOs in Sept 4ct 'est Jor Je[er cro[Hs turtle nestingLatcLing CariFFean siHeWHEN TO GOTortuguero National Park: 0ayaO tLrougL ǼooHeH Jorests anH [itness sea turtles nesting on FeacLes pȦ26 Monteverde: -iOe anH ^ipline tLrougL tLis verHant anH [ilHliJericL clouH Jorest pȦ2Ȯ Arenal: *\\plore tLe aHventure capital oJ Costa 7ica [itL its to[ering volcanic FacOHrop pȦ2ȟ Corcovado National Park: )iscover [ilH FeacLes mangrove s[amps anH tLrilling [ilHliJe pȦȴ0 Guanacaste Coast: -it tLe surJ or OicOFacO on tLe pristine coast oJ tLis tropical slice oJ paraHise pȦ28 Pacuare: *nNoy e\\Lilarating raJting anH e\\otic [ilHliJespotting in tLis lusL region pȦȴȴ 932.SSA'L* COSTA RICACOSTA RICACORCOVADO NATIONAL PARKPANAMANICARAGUAPACUARESA3 /4S MONTEVERDEARENAL VOLCANOGUANACASTE COASTTORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast is a glorious mix of lush rainforests, mangroves and mountains, stunning beaches lined with swaying palm trees, abundant wildlife and a laid-back ‘pura vida’ charm 6 | COSTA RICATORTUGUERO0no[n as tLe ƵLanH oJ tLe Turtlesƶ Tortuguero 3ational 5arO is an intricate net[orO oJ [ater[ays anH canals tLat meanHer tLrougL tLe lusL Nungles mangrove s[amps anH coastal lagoons oJ tLe nortLern CariFFean coast 4nly accessiFle Fy Foat or small aircraJt Tortugueroƶs pristine habitats are home to an impressive variety oJ [ilHliJe incluHing monOeys Naguars tapirs anH an astounHing array oJ FirH species -o[ever itƶs tLe sea turtles tLat steal tLe spotligLt Lere Tortugueroƶs FeacLes serve as vital nesting grounHs Jor Jour species oJ sea turtle anH [itnessing tLe ancient ritual oJ tLese gentle giants coming asLore to lay tLeir eggs or tLe sigLt oJ LatcLlings scurrying to[arH tLe ocean is a onceinaliJetime e\\perience4ne oJ tLe Fest [ays to e\\plore tLe parO is on guiHeH Foat anH canoe tours tLat oǺer glimpses oJ caimans river otters anH tLe viFrant variety oJ Ǽora tLat line tLe sLores oJ Tortugueroƶs [ater[ays 5articularly e\\citing aJter HarO nigLt tours reveal tLe mysterious allure oJ nocturnal creatures anH tLe magical sympLony oJ tLe rainJorest Tortuguero oǺers a range oJ accommoHations Jrom ecoloHges to rustic caFins TLe areaƶs commitment to sustainable tourism ensures that these natural wonders are enNoyeH responsiFly preserving tLe Helicate Falance oJ tLe ecosystem THE CARIBBEAN COASTAt tLe soutLern enH oJ tLe coast is CaLuita 3ational 5arO a small but spectacular reserve that’s home to some of tLe most FeautiJul [LitesanH FeacLes in tLe country viFrant coral reeJs teeming [itL e\\ceptional marine liJe anH e\\cellent LiOing trails on [LicL youƶll encounter plenty oJ monOeys slotLs anH otLer e\\citing [ilHliJe Costa 7icaƶs CariFFean siHe also Foasts cLarming coastal to[ns liOe 5uerto :ieNo anH CaLuita [itL tLeir [onHerJul FeacLes laiHFacO amFiance reggae Feats anH ǼavourJul cuisine inJuseH [itL CariFFean spices 7icL in AJroCariFFean inǼuences anH popular [itL surJers yogis anH anyone looOing Jor a rela\\eH immersion in FeautiJul nature tLis coastline oǺers an increHiFle variety oJ tLings to Ho all at a [onHerJully cLilleHout paceTORTUGUERO & THE CARIBBEAN COAST
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 127A unique habitat, incredible wildlife, spectacular nature and countless opportunities for fun and adventureAppro\\imately tLree Lours Jrom Costa 7icaƶs capital San /os³ lies tLe region oJ 2onteverHe 5ercLeH at an elevation oJ Ȧ440 metres aFove sea level tLis lusL terrain is graceH Fy tLe presence oJ tLe a[einspiring 2onteverHe ClouH +orest a uniUue LaFitat tLatƶs home to an impressive array of [ilHliJe incluHing over Ȧ00 mammal species 400 varieties oJ FirHs anH an astonisLing 2500 rare plant speciesTLanOs to its natural splenHour anH Hiverse range oJ activities catering to all age groups itƶs a place tLat LolHs special allure Jor all manner oJ people incluHing naturalists pLotograpLers anH outHoor entLusiasts LOCAL CHARMS.n tLe small Fut Fustling to[n oJ Santa *lena [LicL serves as tLe gate[ay to 2onteverHe youƶll ǻnH cosy loHges artisan shops and local eateries that aHH to tLe areaƶs cLarm TLe [armtL oJ tLe locals anH tLeir passion Jor sLaringtLeir culture anH Ono[leHge oJ tLe clouH Jorest enricLes tLe e\\perienceASTOUNDING NATUREMonteverde’s famous suspended canopy [alO[ays enaFle a uniUue connection [itL tLe environment :isitors are greeteH Fy a cLorus oJ FirHsong mucL rustling oJ leaves anH tLe occasional sigLting oJ tLe resplenHent Uuet^al a symFol oJ tLe areaƶs ecological ricLness AHventure seeOers [ill ǻnH tLeir tLrill Lere too [itL e\\Lilarating activities liOe ^iplining tLrougL tLe treetops TLe Selvatura 'utterǼy ,arHen presents anotLer opportunity for immersion in nature’s Feauty as Hoes tLe 2onteverHe 4rcLiH ,arHen [itL its astounHing collection oJ nearly 500 Histinct orcLiH varieties =ou can meanHer tLrougL tLe captivating lanHscapes on LorseFacO or taOe a tour oJ tLe local coǺee plantation [Lere Costa 7icaƶs reno[neH aromatic coǺee taOes centre stage anH unveil tLe Nourney Jrom crop to cup As tLe sun sets in 2onteverHe tLe mist oJten clears revealing FreatLtaOing vie[s oJ tLe lanHscape Felo[ FasOeH in an unJorgettaFle golHen glo[ 4Ǻering FotL aHventure anH tranUuillity plus tLe cLance to [itness remarOaFle FioHiversity tLis encLanting Hestination promises an unJorgettaFle e\\perienceMONTEVERDEMonteverde’s Hanging Bridges: [alO among tLe FirHs on a t[omile trail tLrougL tLe clouH Jorestƶs treetopsDon’t Miss
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -8 | COSTA RICAGUANACASTE ,uanacaste locateH in tLe nortL[estern part oJ tLe country is Fest Ono[n Jor its stunning coastline tLat stretcLes along tLe 5aciǻc 4cean ;itL its golHen sanHy FeacLes crystalline [aters and idyllic coastal towns that still reǼect Costa 7icaƶs viFrant anH traHitional cultural Leritage tLis region is a Laven Jor FeacL lovers anH [ater entLusiasts 5opular Hestinations liOe TamarinHo anH Nosara provide opportunities for surǻng snorOelling anH leisurely FeacLcomFing TLe regionƶs Hry tropical Jorests volcanic mountain ranges anH national parOs sucL as 7inc¾n He la :ieNa anH Santa 7osa all invite e\\ploration [itL tLeir Hiverse Ǽora anH Jauna Santa Rosa and Guanacaste National 5arOs togetLer create a Fiological corridor for species such as puma Naguar Lo[ler monOeys anH myriaH FirHliJe .tƶs possiFle to enNoy leisurely strolls crossing several ecosystems ranging Jrom Hry Jorests to clouH JorestsGuanacaste beckons with its pristine coastline, stunning mountain backdrops, incredible wildlife and idyllic tropical-paradise vibe.NICOYA PENINSULA Connected to the mainland Fy a slenHer strip oJ lanH tLe 3icoya 5eninsula e\\uHes a Histinct cLaracter TLis tranUuil Laven is reno[neH Jor its 'lue >one status [Lere a LigLer tLan average numFer oJ people live to Fe centenarians TLe peninsulaƶs unLurrieH pace oJ liJe coupled with a diet rich in fresh Jruit anH seaJooH contriFutes to tLe longevity oJ its resiHents ,enerally mucL Uuieter tLan ,uanacaste tLe 3icoya 5eninsula oǺers a numFer oJ more secluHeH FeacLes sucL as 2onte^uma anH Santa Teresa [Lere visitors can unwind in a serene environment [Lere [ellness is part oJ Haily liJeAs [itL ,uanacaste tLe 3icoya Peninsula still very much honours Costa 7icaƶs cultural Leritage and traditional celebrations and Jestivals are common 2arOeH Fy viFrant music Hance anH Helicious cuisine tLey proviHe a glimpse into tLe countryƶs Listory while the warmth of the locals anH tLeir genuine Lospitality maOe visitors Jeel liOe part oJ tLe community inviting tLem to emFrace tLe 5ura :iHa liJestyleTranquil, unhurried and beautiful, Nicoya is home to some of the most spectacular and secluded beaches in Costa Rica.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -Sprawling across nearly 30,000 acres of Costa Rica’s northwestern landscape, Arenal Volcano National Park is a remarkable, unmissable haven of incredible nature and thrilling adventure.COSTA RICA | 129At nearly 5500 Jeet tall tLe iconic Arenal :olcano striOes an imposing ǻgure as it looms large anH prouH over its surrounHing lanHscape AltLougL the volcano’s eruptions have subsided in recent years tLe lanH arounH it is evidence of the powerful forces that once sLapeH tLe area anH tLe Jertile soil sustains a ricL variety oJ Ǽora anH fauna that has made it a haven for nature entLusiasts SPECTACULAR DIVERSITYThe diverse landscapes within the national parO ranging Jrom rainJorests anH [inHing rivers to tLe stunning La +ortuna ;aterJall tLe increHiFle manmaHe LaOe Arenal natural Lot springs anH ancient lava ǻelHs Lave all comFineH to create a region tLatƶs Lome to remarOaFle FioHiversity Fut also one [itL an e\\ceptional range oJ activities anH aHventures on oǺer WONDERFUL WILDLIFEWildlife enthusiasts will be thrilled by the incredible variety found in tLis Hiverse ecosystem incluHing armaHillos slotLs capucLin monOeys and an array of birdlife such as toucans Ama^on OingǻsLers anH tLe elusive Nacana +or spectacular [ilHliJe sigLtings anH panoramic vistas oJ tLe laOe tLe 2istico Arenal -anging 'riHges 5arO is a mustvisitArenal LaOe Costa 7icaƶs largest anH most signiǻcant [as createH in ȦȟȮ4 to Larness LyHroelectric energy Jor tLe nation .tƶs no[ a Laven Jor FotL resiHent anH migratory FirHs as [ell as oǺering opportunities Jor [ater sports liOe OayaOing paHHleFoarHing anH ǻsLing Crossing tLe laOe Fy Foat also provides one of the most scenic anH enNoyaFle [ays to travel Fet[een Arenal anH 2onteverHe INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES+or tLrillseeOers Arenal oǺers a myriaH oJ aHrenalinepumping activities Jrom ^iplining tLrougL tLe rainJorest canopy to climFing caving mountain FiOing [Lite[ater raJting or rappelling Ho[n [aterJalls TLe region also Foasts an e\\tensive net[orO oJ LiOing anH [alOing trails tLrougL lusL rainJorest anH olH lava Ǽo[s oJten leaHing to LiHHen [aterJalls anH al[ays [itL countless picturesUue vie[points AnH Jor tLose looOing Jor sometLing more rela\\ing Arenalƶs aFunHant geotLermal energy is LarnesseH in a net[orO oJ serene natural Lot springs TLese inviting oases proviHe a sootLing escape [Lere visitors can immerse themselves in the therapeutic [aters [Lile ga^ing at tLe FreatLtaOing panorama oJ tLe volcanoARENAL
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent - | COSTA RICALocated in the southwestern corner of Costa Rica is the incredible Osa Peninsula and Golfo Dulce, a pristine region of exceptional beauty and ecological importance. OSA PENINSULA & CORCOVADOCovering Nust ȴ oJ Costa 7icaƶs lanH area Fut Lome to more tLan 50 of the country’s animal and plant species tLe 4sa 5eninsula Las rigLtly been referred to as one of the most ƵFiologically intenseƶ places on *artL and it’s an utter haven for nature entLusiasts This biodiverse paradise is home to the CorcovaHo 3ational 5arO a treasure trove oJ rainJorests HeserteH FeacLes anH e\\otic [ilHliJe TLe parO sLelters an astonisLing array oJ [ilHliJe incluHing Naguars tapirs scarlet maca[s anH Jour species oJ monOeys :isitors can e\\plore an intricate net[orO oJ [alOing trails LeaH out to Cano .slanH Jor increHiFle snorOelling anH Hiving or Jor tLe Fest [ilHliJe sigLtings a Foat trip into tLe mangrove Jorests [itL an e\\pert guiHe is LigLly recommenHeHGOLFO DULCE ,olJo )ulce is tLe tranUuil anH secluded inlet that separates the Osa 5eninsula Jrom tLe mainlanH As one oJ only tLree tropical JNorHs on tLe planet tLis pristine aUuatic [onHerlanH proviHes a Laven Jor marine liJe incluHing HolpLins sea turtles anH migrating LumpFacO [Lales Ƴ [Lo also use tLe gulJ as a mating grounH tLanOs to its sLeltereH anH nutrientricL [aters .ts stunning Feauty anH sense oJ tranUuillity is matcLeH only Fy its environmental signiǻcance [itL tLe surrounHing mangroves anH coral reeJs playing a vital role in tLe ecosystemƶs LealtLAnother allure of the Osa Peninsula and Golfo Dulce lies in the opportunities to engage [itL tLe local communities *coJrienHly loHges nestleH [itLin tLe rainJorest oǺer comJortaFle accommoHations [Lile respecting tLe surrounHing environment anH e\\ploring tLe region provides a chance to not only connect [itL tLis pristine natural area Fut also to support the local conservation initiatives tLat protect it OSA PENINSULA Golfo Dulce’s new moon bioluminescence: a sparOling nigLttime Foat tour to [itness tLis mesmerising natural pLenomenonDon’t Miss
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 131Personal insights from the Latin Routes teamOur Travel Specialists Sarah and LydiaOUR ROUTES IN COSTA RICAYOUR MAIN DESTINATIONS? TurrialFa San ,erarHo He )ota ,olJo )ulce Arenal 2onteverHe TortugueroBEST HOLIDAY EXCURSION? Sarah: ,etting up Jor a sunrise Foat trip tLrougL tLe Tortuguero canals As it [as so early it [as very peaceJul anH [e [ere aFle to see lots oJ [ilHliJe FeJore it got too Lot ;e sa[ a Luge variety oJ FirHs incluHing tLe anLinga iFis green maca[s cLestnutmanHiFleH toucan anH Lerons as [ell as iguanas Lo[ler monOeys spiHer monOeys capucLin monOeys FaFy caiman t[otoeH slotLs anH an anteater AnH all FeJore FreaOJastFAVOURITE LOCATION?Lydia: I loved each place we visiteH Jor HiǺerent reasons Fut . have to say Golfo Dulce really was increHiFle TLe [ilHliJe scenery sunsets anH sunrises anH Nust tLe [Lole e\\perience really it [as magical ANY STANDOUT DINING EXPERIENCES?Sarah: We had the pleasure of Hining at 0atonga tLe Ǽoating restaurant at 2a[amFa LoHge TLe restaurant cruises up and down 7¸o Tortuguero [Lile you eat in an intimate setting anH enNoy tLe FeautiJul ligLts along tLe riverFanO at nigLt AnH tLe JooH [as Hivine Ƴ [e enNoyeH a Jourcourse ª la carte meal [Lile onFoarHMOST MEMORABLE MOMENT?Lydia: 4ne stanHout Hay Jor me [as [Len [e learnt Lo[ to maOe tortillas Jrom scratcL anH cooO tLem on an open ǻre at a lovely laHyƶs Louse in 2olleNones [LicL is a community near TurrialFa 'eing [elcomeH into this person’s house to see how they live [as really special SLe maHe us a Helicious luncL to go [itL our o[n LomemaHe tortillas [LicL [e ate in Ler FacO garHen accompanieH Fy Ler HaugLter anH FrotLer Ƴ it [as an increHiFle e\\perience anH setting WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND PACKING? Sarah: =ou Heǻnitely neeH to Fe prepareH Jor cLanging [eatLer Costa 7ica Las so many microclimates that the weather can vary Hramatically in HiǺerent areas oJ tLe country so Fe prepareH anH understand the climates in each area you are visiting
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -132 | COSTA RICAUNIMAGINABLE BIODIVERSITY.J [ilHliJe is sometLing you get e\\citeH aFout Costa 7ica is your Hestination )espite covering Nust 00ȴ oJ tLe [orlHƶs lanHmass itƶs Lome to aFout 5 oJ all Ono[n species maOing it one of the most intensely biodiverse countries in tLe [orlH3ational parOs anH reserves liOe CorcovaHo pȦȴ0 anH 2anuel Antonio oǺer Jrontro[ seats to Costa 7icaƶs spectacle oJ nature [Lere scarlet maca[s soar overLeaH Lo[ler monOeys s[ing tLrougL tLe treetops anH in some corners even Naguars anH pumas pro[l in sLaHo[s =ouƶll encounter la^y napping slotLs poison Hart Jrogs anH cLeeOy capucLin monOeys looOing to steal your luncL SnorOel alongsiHe HolpLins anH other incredible marine life in Golfo )ulceƶs pȦȴ0 crystalclear [aters witness the miracle of sea turtles nesting in Tortuguero pȦ2Ȱ or [atcL migrating LumpFacO [Lales in 2arino 'allena 3ational 5arO Spot tLe resplenHent Uuet^al in tLe serene FirH[atcLing paraHise San ,erarHo He )ota or toucans FutterǼies anH a OaleiHoscope oJ FirH species playing alongsiHe monOeys in SarapiUu¸ƶs Hense rainJorests +rom its lusL rainJorests to tLe pristine FeacLes in Costa 7ica youƶll encounter [ilHliJe as varieH as it is aFunHant TLis country is a living encyclopaeHia oJ FioHiversity anH an aFsolute paraHise Jor [ilHliJe entLusiastsWILDLIFE & ADVENTUREWhether at its most iconic landmarks or heading off the beaten track, Costa Rica is a vibrant haven of unparalleled biodiversity, tropical beauty and thrilling adventure – at literally every turn.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 133THRILLING ADVENTURE+or aHrenaline NunOies anH tLrillseeOers Costa 7ica is a playgrounH liOe no otLer Strap on a Larness anH Ǽy tLrougL tLe rainJorest canopy on e\\Lilarating ^ipline tours in 2onteverHe pȦ2Ȯ LiOe arounH tLe migLty Arenal :olcano pȦ2ȟ or paHHle tLrougL [orlHclass rapiHs on tLe 5acuare 7iver one oJ tLe top [Lite[ater raJting Hestinations in tLe [orlH 7iHe tLe legenHary [aves on FotL tLe 5aciǻc anH CariFFean coasts treO to tLe stunning 7¸o Celeste [aterJall in Tenorio 3ational 5arO anH aJter a Hay oJ LeartpounHing e\\citement un[inH in natural Lot springs tLat FuFFle up Jrom tLe *artLƶs HeptLs +rom canopy tours to Langing FriHges anH Foat tours tLrougL tLe HeptLs oJ tLe Nungle to LiOes anH trails tLrougLout tLe countryƶs varieH splenHour Costa 7icaƶs aHventure oǺerings are as Hiverse as its [ilHliJe ;LetLer youƶre a seasoneH aHventurer or a ǻrsttime e\\plorer Costa 7icaƶs spectacular lanHscapes set tLe stage Jor all manner oJ unJorgettaFle aHventuresLatin Routes supports Kids Saving the Rainforest a Costa 7ican cLarity HeHicateH to preserving anH protecting tLe countryƶs precious rainforests and wildlife tLrougL reJorestation eǺorts animal rescue and environmental eHucation TLrougL tLeir passion anH commitment 0iHs Saving the Rainforest inspires local communities anH gloFal supporters to Noin LanHs in saJeguarHing tLe rich biodiversity of Costa Rica for present anH Juture generationsWe Support
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -134 | COSTA RICAA C4STA 7.CA3 /93,L* T497 ,9.)*WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO THIS JOB?. gre[ up surrounHeH Fy nature and always wanted to see and learn more anH sLare it [itL otLers . Jelt a real call to tLis NoFHOW DOES A TYPICAL DAY START? 9sually at 4fiȴ0am [Len tLe Lo[ler monOeys [aOe me [itL tLeir calls . liOe to tLen sit anH [atcL tLe FirHs Jor a [Lile anH to go ǻsLing or s[imming FeJore FreaOJast It’s important for me to start the Hay [itL sometLing tLat gives me energy MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT YOU’VE EXPERIENCED AS A GUIDE?)uring a OayaO tour on tLe *sUuinas 7iver [Len a large crocoHile NumpeH Jrom tLe FanOs with spectacular speed and dove Hirectly Fet[een our OayaOs .t [as liOe out oJ a movie everyone [as speecLlessƾ anH tLen coulHnƶt stop talOing aFout itFAVOURITE THING ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK?. tLinO itƶs tLe opportunities . Lave to learn . Lave so many increHiFle tLings rigLt on my HoorstepBIGGEST CHALLENGES YOU FACE IN YOUR ROLE? )eǻnitely trying to meet everyoneƶs e\\pectations . [orO in a place Jamous Jor its FioHiversity Fut [e canƶt control nature anH [e Honƶt spot all species every Hay WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE WOULD-BE VISITORS? 5acO Jor tLe tropics .tƶs very LumiH Lere so pacO clotLes tLat are cool anH tLat Hry Jast A [aterprooJ Fag is also essential YOUR FAVOURITE TIME OF YEAR, AND ANY TIPS FOR WHEN TO VISIT? 2y Javourite is /uly to SeptemFer [Len tLe LumpFacO [Lales come Huring tLeir migration 'ut itƶs never guaranteeH to see tLem so my tip is to stay more tLan t[o nigLts to increase your cLances ANY FUNNY STORIES TO SHARE?. Lave so many Fut once on a ǻsLing tour an ȦȦyearolH caugLt a Luge yello[taileH NacO anH it [as so strong tLe Foy almost enHeH up in tLe [ater . graFFeH Lim anH [e JougLt it togetLer [Lile Lis granHma [as screaming anH laugLing *ventually tLe ǻsL [on Fut [e [on a great storyA DAY IN THE LIFE OF…Costa Rican Isaac Méndez Valerio is a professional tour guide for Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodgein Golfo Dulce. We found out what inspired him to be a guide, and what he loves most about living in this remote wildlife wonderland.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 135DAYS 1 - 4: San José & Arenal: AJter a nigLt in San /os³ set oǺ on your selJHrive aHventure to Arenal anH enNoy e\\ploring tLis activityǻlleH volcanic region at your o[n paceDAYS 5 - 6: Monteverde: *nNoy a FeautiJul Hrive tLrougL tLe mountains to tLe Fiologically Hiverse 2onteverHe ClouH +orest Lome to aFunHant [ilHliJe anH tLrilling activitiesDAYS 7 - 8: Rincón de la Vieja: Discover this protecteH national parOƶs impressive array oJ [aterJalls rela\\ing Lot springs anH verHant lanHscapes iHeal Jor LiOers oJ all aFilitiesDAYS 9 - 14: Tamarindo: End your adventure in TamarinHo on tLe 5aciǻc coast Ono[n Jor its laiHFacO atmospLere viFrant restaurants anH lusL nature reserves 4vernigLt ǼigLt LomeIncludes: .nternational ǼigLts in economy Ȧ2 nigLtsƶ accommoHation Ȧ6 meals anH 4\\4 car Lire Prices from £3,199 per person.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATIONS*L+)7.:.3, .3 COSTA RICAA selJHrive LoliHay in Costa 7ica oǺers tLe ultimate sense oJ aHventure anH Ǽe\\iFility ;Lile tLe countryƶs Hiverse lanHscapes anH [inHing roaHs can Fe cLallenging tLe e\\perience is immensely re[arHing as you e\\plore lusL rainJorests pristine FeacLes anH picturesUue mountains at your o[n pace Costa 7icaƶs roaH net[orO varies Jrom [ellmaintaineH LigL[ays to narro[er rustic routes so [e recommenH a 4\\4 veLicle Jor reacLing certain remote Hestinations ;itL our HeHicateH incountry support anH e\\pert planning selJHriving in Costa 7ica reveals a [orlH oJ natural Feauty anH LiHHen treasures on a route perJectly tailoreH to you
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -6 | COSTA RICADelve into Costa Rica’s remarkable beauty and biodiversity on this journey through the country’s highlights, from Tortuguero’s canals and turtle nesting sites to the incredible Arenal with its imposing volcano, natural hot springs and vast lake, the spectacular cloud forests of Monteverde and the coastal wildlife haven of Manuel Antonio...nternational ǼigLts Ȧ overnigLt in economyȦȦ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦ5 mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £3,999 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 3: Tortuguero National Park)iscover tLe Hense rainJorest lagoons canals anH FeacLes oJ Tortuguero 3ational 5arO Ono[n Jor its impressive numFers oJ nesting sea turtles anHproliǻc [ilHliJe incluHing monOeys slotLs Naguars anH mucL moreDAYS 4 - 5: ArenalAn area reno[neH Jor its maNestic volcano anH ricL volcanic Lot springs tLereƶs a multituHe oJ tLings you can Ho anH see Jrom rela\\ing in tLe Lot springs to more aHventurous activities liOe LiOing FiOing OayaOing anH more .n tLe evening enNoy a nocturnal Jorest e\\perience anH a typical Costa 7ican HinnerDAYS 6 - 7: Monteverde Cloud ForestTravel Fy Foat across LaOe Arenal to 2onteverHe ClouH +orest an area reno[neH Jor its ricL FioHiversity *nNoy a guiHeH [alOing tour tLrougL one oJ tLe areaƶs reserves anH revel in tLe regionƶs natural splenHour DAYS 8 - 13: Manuel AntonioHead to the beautiful beaches and dense vibrant forests of Manuel Antonio for a rela\\ing enH to your aHventure FeJore your overnigLt ǼigLt Lome TLe national parO is one oJ tLe countryƶs most reno[neH Hue to its Hiversity oJ tropical Ǽora anH Jauna.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATION...HIGHLIGHTS OF COSTA RICAARENALMANUEL ANTONIOCOSTA RICA T47T9,9*74 3AT.43AL 5A70243T*:*7)* CL49) +47*STSA3 /4S
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 137Venture off Costa Rica’s beaten track and discover more of the country’s astonishing unspoilt landscapes and abundant wildlife, and with far fewer crowds. From stays in cloud forest eco-lodges to hikes alongside serene rivers, this is a chance to really immerse yourself in the country’s incredible natural splendour. .nternational ǼigLts Ȧ overnigLt in economy ȟ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦȴ mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £3,399 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 3: Tenorio National ParkTenorio 3ational 5arO is a Laven Jor [ilHliJe -iOe along tLe aUuaLueH Celeste 7iver to tLe Jamous [aterJall Hropping 65 Jeet into a stunning sOyFlue poolDAYS 4 - 5: Boca TapadaA paraHise Jor e\\otic FirHs 'oca TapaHa is an important reJuge Jor tLe enHangereH green maca[s TaOe a Foat riHe along San Carlos 7iver Jor Jantastic opportunities to spot [ilHliJe incluHing turtles OingǻsLers anH crocoHilesDAYS 6 - 7: Bajos del Toro*\\plore tLe lusL primary Jorests volcanic ranges grasslanHs anH numerous [aterJalls oJ tLis central LigLlanHs area *nNoy a gentle LiOe to tLe +atima ;aterJall anH Hiscover tLe increHiFle range oJ Ǽora anH Jauna along tLe [ayDAYS 8 - 9: San Gerardo de DotaTLis small mountain village anH clouH Jorest is a pristine paraHise Jor nature lovers *nNoy a guiHeH [alO tLrougL Los 6uet^ales 3ational 5arO [LicL LolHs a Ha^^ling array oJ LummingFirHs anH one oJ tLe largest populations oJ Uuet^alsDAYS 10 - 11: San JoséTravel FacO to Costa 7icaƶs capital reaHy Jor your overnigLt ǼigLt Lome S42* 4+ 497 +A:497.T* 749T*S .3 COSTA RICANATURAL WONDERS OF COSTA RICASAN GERARDO DE DOTA'A/4S )*L T474COSTA RICA TENORIO 3AT.43AL 5A70'4CA TA5A)ASA3 /4S
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -8 | COSTA RICA ACCOMMODATION INSPIRATION...FINCA ROSA BLANCA, CENTRAL VALLEY A cLarming ecolu\\ury FoutiUue Lotel in tLe Lills oJ Costa 7icaƶs Central :alley SurrounHeH Fy lusL coǺee plantations it oǺers a uniUue FlenH oJ JrienHly Lospitality artisanal coǺee culture anH FreatLtaOing vie[s PLAYA CATIVO LODGE, GOLFO DULCE LocateH on ,olJo )ulceƶs pristine anH remote sLores tLis ecolu\\ury retreat oǺers an immersive rainJorest e\\perience [itL lu\\urious accommoHations organic Hining anH guiHeH nature activities NAYARA SPRINGS, NAYARA GARDENS & NAYARA TENTED CAMP, ARENAL 3ayara -otels in Costa 7ica reHeǻne lu\\ury amiHst lusL rainJorests anH volcanic lanHscapes Comprising 3ayara Springs 3ayara ,arHens anH 3ayara TenteH Camp tLese ecoJrienHly retreats oǺer opulent accommoHations immerseH in nature ,uests can enNoy private plunge pools spa treatments [itL rainJorest vie[s anH e\\Uuisite Hining e\\periences
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -COSTA RICA | 139S42* 4+ 497 +A:497.T* 5LAC*S T4 STA= .3 COSTA RICA SENDA MONTEVERDE HOTEL, MONTEVERDE A serene ecoconscious retreat in 2onteverHe ClouH +orest oǺering sustainaFle accommoHations guiHeH nature [alOs anH a Jocus on preserving tLe uniUue FioHiversity oJ tLis encLanting ecosystem TORTUGA LODGE, TORTUGUERO 4verlooOing Tortuguero 7iver tLis tranUuil loHge oJ Nust 2ȟ rooms FlenHs seamlessly [itL its surrounHings anH proviHes an unparalleleH rainJorest e\\perience [itL topnotcL amenities anH Haily e\\pertleH e\\cursions STAR CLIPPERS TALL SHIP CRUISES Star Clippers oǺers a uniUue sailing e\\perience in Costa 7ica anH FeyonH AFoarH a maNestic clipper sLip guests can e\\plore stunning coastlines viFrant marine liJe anH pristine FeacLes TLis aHventure comFines tLe tLrill oJ traHitional sailing [itL tLe allure oJ Hiscovering Costa 7icaƶs natural Feauty
PANAMA
PANAMA | 141From the world’s most iconic waterway to exquisite beaches, lush jungles, vibrant cities and historic treasures, Panama is an enthralling blend of natural splendour, extraordinary wildlife, rich culture and unforgettable experiences.A sliver oJ lanH linOing Costa 7ica anH ColomFia anH Jorming tLe FriHge Fet[een Central anH SoutL America 5anama is perLaps Fest Ono[n Jor tLe remarOaFle Jeat oJ engineering tLat is tLe 5anama Canal 'ut FeyonH tLis iconic mustsee [ater[ay is a country tLat Foasts iHyllic tropical islanHs vast rainJorests Jull oJ e\\otic [ilHliJe cLarming to[ns viFrant anH cosmopolitan city liJe Jascinating piratesoaOeH Listory aHventure rela\\ation anH so mucL more CoineH tLe ,al«pagos oJ tLe CariFFean anH stretcLing across misty clouH Jorests to pristine islanHs anH coral reeJs tLe astonisLing Feauty anH FioHiversity oJ 'ocas Hel Toro is an inHisputaFle LigLligLt Jor many visitors 'ut so too are tLe e\\Uuisitely FeautiJul San 'las .slanHs tLe lusL untoucLeH Nungle oJ 'oUuete tLe tranUuillity oJ tLe coǺee plantations or tLe cultural HeligLts oJ 5anama City +rom 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Sites to aHventureJuelleH activities sunsoaOeH coastlines anH alluring inHigenous culture 5anama is as Hiverse as it is impressive anH a country tLat is certain to surprise anH captivate in eUual measure Dec to Apr: 5eaO season tropical temperatures less rain'est Jor snorOelling in 'ocas Hel Toro LiOing in 'oUueteMay to Nov: Tropical temperatures more rainJall'est Jor Je[er cro[Hs viFrant 5anamanian celeFrations lusL sceneryWHEN TO GOPanama City: *\\plore tLe Hiverse Farrios oJ Central Americaƶs most cosmopolitan capital pȦ42 Bocas del Toro: Dive into the biodiversity and Feauty oJ tLe w,al«pagos oJ tLe CariFFeanw pȦ4ȴ Boquete: ,et your aHrenaline ǻ\\ in tLe lusL coǺeeinJuseH LigLlanH region oJ 'oUuete pȦ42 San Blas Islands: *scape to tLis iHyllic arcLipelago oJ a^ure [aters s[aying palms anH po[Her[Lite sanH pȦ4ȴ Azuero Peninsula: Discover Panama’s cultural Leart among A^ueroƶs rolling Lills anH FeautiJul coastline pȦ42 932.SSA'L* PANAMASAN BLAS ISLANDSBOCAS DEL TOROAZUERO PENINSULAPANAMACOSTARICAPANAMA CITYBOQUETECOLOMBIA
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -142 | PANAMASet against tLe FacOHrop oJ 5anamaƶs FreatLtaOing lanHscape anH considered the most cosmopolitan capital city in Central America 5anama City is a Fustling LuF tLat seamlessly integrates tLe Listoric anH tLe moHern in tLe Leart oJ tLe tropics 'riHging tLe gap Fet[een ocean anH rainJorest 5anamaƶs capital not only Foasts lusL tropical parOs anH tLe FeautiJul 5anama 'ay Fut is also Lome to lively marOets viFrant nigLtliJe upscale Hining anH entLralling Listory Casco :ieNo is a colourJul Listoric neigLFourLooH Hating FacO to 6ffi ToHay tLis 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Site is ǻlleH [itL appealing cosy caJes FoutiUue Lotels [orlHclass restaurants anH Uuaint sLops 'ut arguaFly tLe cityƶs most reno[neH lanHmarO is tLe 5anama Canal an engineering marvel anH a testament to Luman ingenuity tLat connecteH tLe oceans anH reHeǻneH gloFal traHe ;atcL in [onHer as sLips navigate tLe intricate locOs rising anH Jalling seamlessly in a Fallet oJ precision anH visit tLe museums tLat Fring tLe canalƶs increHiFle Listory to liJe LessertravelleH Central 5anama is a region steepeH in culture [itL a mi\\ oJ preColumFian inHigenous Leritage Jarming traHitions anH -ispanic inǼuence ConsiHereH to Fe tLe cultural Leart oJ 5anama picturesUue A^uero 5eninsula [itL its rolling JarmlanH lusL national parOs colonial to[ns anH a long stretcL oJ coastline Jeels a [orlH a[ay Jrom tLe Lustle anH Fustle oJ 5anama City -ome to several nature reserves some oJ 5anamaƶs Fest FeacLes anH an appealingly leisurely pace oJ liJe tLe region is also reno[neH Jor Fursting into liJe [itL regular Jestivals Jull oJ e\\travagant paraHes [itL colourJul costumes ǻre[orOs lively music anH enHless Hancing AZUERO PENINSULAPANAMA CITY BOQUETETLe cLarming to[n oJ 'oUuete locateH in tLe LigLlanHs oJ ;est 5anama is ǻlleH [itL ricL Listory local culture anH natural Feauty 3estleH in tLe mountains itƶs surrounHeH Fy lusL greenery anH colourJul Ǽo[ers [itL access to [ellHesigneH LiOing trails anH e\\pansive national parOs 5opular LigLligLts are visiting tLe oncesleeping 'arÅ volcano or LiOing tLe 6uet^al Trail nameH aJter tLe elusive Uuet^al FirH native to tLe area Since 'oUuete is in tLe mountainous region oJ 5anama tLe climate varies [LicL creates a perJect environment Jor cultivating 5anamaƶs ǻnest coǺee plantations s[eet pineapples anH Nuicy orangesVibrant and colourful, rich in history and a gateway to tropical wonders, Panama City is one of Latin America’s most captivating capitals.
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -PANAMA | 143With more than 1,000 idyllic islands floating off Panama’s lush Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, finding picture-perfect island paradises is easy. The hard bit is choosing which ones to visit.BOCAS DEL TORO5art oJ a picturesUue province oJ tLe same name on Panama’s northern coast tLe 'ocas Hel Toro arcLipelago is one of Panama’s most popular Hestinations Comprising nine main islands and thousands of cays anH islets all craHleH Fy tLe [arm CariFFean Sea itƶs a tropical paraHise reno[neH Jor its iHyllic palmJringeH FeacLes anH crystalline [aters as [ell as its incredible biodiversity and rich cultural Leritage To[ns on tLe islanHs are aHorneH [itL colourJul CariFFeanstyle Louses many LarOing FacO to tLe 9niteH +ruit Companyƶs Fanana anH cLocolate traHing era anH tLe islanHs are also Lome to 5anamaƶs ǻrstever national marine parO 4Jten HuFFeH tLe Ƶ,al«pagos oJ tLe CariFFeanƶ 'ocas Hel Toro teems [itL Hiverse anH [onHerJul [ilHliJe )iscover )olpLin 'ayƶs resiHent population of bottlenose dolphins amiHst mangrove Jorests anH tLe reno[neH 5laya *strella StarǻsL 'eacL [Lere giant reH anH orange starǻsL sLare tLe spotligLt [itL tLe iconic pygmy tLreetoeH slotLs SAN BLAS ISLANDS5anamaƶs San 'las .slanHs are a FreatLtaOing collection oJ over ȴ00 coral cays and islets that are home to tLe inHigenous ,una people [Lo Lave preserved their traditional culture and customs TLe islanHs oǺer a glimpse into a [orlH oJ untoucLeH Feauty [itL [Lite sanHy FeacLes crystalclear [aters anH viFrant coral reeJs:isitors can stay in traHitional tLatcLeHrooJ Luts enNoy JresL seaJooH anH immerse themselves in the Guna way oJ liJe SnorOelling s[imming anH sailing among tLe islanHs are popular activities proviHing unparalleleH opportunities to e\\plore marine liJe anH untoucLeH ecosystemsBOCA CHICA'oca CLica is a LiHHen gem on 5anamaƶs 5aciǻc coast Ono[n Jor its natural Feauty anH tranUuillity TLis small ǻsLing village serves as a gate[ay to tLe gulJƶs marine paraHise anH visitors can also e\\plore nearFy islanHs liOe 'oca 'rava anH .slas Secas for wildlife encounters that include monOeys anH tropical FirHs PEARL ISLANDSTLe 5earl .slanHs arcLipelago lies in tLe ,ulJ oJ 5anama a sLort Foat riHe Jrom 5anama City .t consists oJ over 200 islanHs eacL [itL its o[n cLarm anH allure ContaHora .slanH is tLe most HevelopeH anH oǺers lu\\ury accommoHations anH ǻneHining options TLe arcLipelago is also reno[neH Jor its [Lale[atcLing opportunities particularly LumpFacO [Lales Huring tLeir migration season /ulƳ4ctPANAMA’S ISLANDS
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -144 | PANAMAEnjoy a wonderful blend of culture, history and nature on this holiday showcasing Panama’s highlights. Discover the extraordinary Panama Canal and the traditional customs of the Emberá tribe in the jungle, the idyllic islands of Bocas del Toro and the verdant coffee-rich foothills of Barú volcano in Boquete..nternational JligLts 2 overnigLt Homestic JligLts in economyȟ nigLtsƶ accommoHationȦ2 mealsAll grounH transportation anH e\\cursions as mentioneHPRICES FROM £4,199 ppWHAT’S INCLUDEDDAYS 1 - 4: Panama CityStay in Casco :ieNo 5anama Cityƶs Listoric olH to[n ǻlleH [itL cLaracter TaOe a Hay trip to tLe Jamous 5anama Canal anH LeaH into tLe Nungle [Lere youƶll meet tLe *mFer« 5uru 'iaOirÅ inHigenous community learn aFout tLeir traHitional customs anH sLare a typical meal DAYS 5 - 7: Bocas del Toro+ly to 'ocas Hel Toro a stunning arcLipelago in tLe CariFFean Sea [itL FeautiJul [LitesanH FeacLes a^ure [aters coral atolls anH lusL Jorests -ome to HolpLins stingrays turtles anH more itƶs iHeal Jor snorOelling anH Hiving DAYS 8 - 9: Boquete.n tLe coǺeegro[ing region in tLe JootLills oJ 'arÅ :olcano meet tLe local community anH looO out Jor tLe elusive Uuet^al [Lile e\\ploring tLe ecotrails anH national parODAYS 10 - 12: Panama City7eturn to tLe city Jor a ǻnal nigLt oJ rela\\ation or e\\ploration FeJore your overnigLt ǼigLt Lome.T.3*7A7= INSPIRATIONPANAMA HIGHLIGHTS '469*T*'4CAS )*L T474PANAMA5A3A2A C.T=
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -PANAMA | 145ACCOMMODATION INSPIRATIONAMERICAN TRADE HOTEL, PANAMA CITY A lu\\urious Lotel in tLe Leart oJ 5anama Cityƶs Listoric Casco :ieNo Histrict tLe American TraHe -otel is Heeply rooteH in 5anamaƶs Leritage .ts elegant Hesign e\\cellent Jacilities anH great location maOe it a ǻrm JavouriteISLA PALENQUE RESORT, GULF OF CHIRIQUÍ TLis secluHeH privateislanH resort in tLe ,ulJ oJ CLiriUu¸ immerses guests in lusL nature pristine FeacLes anH sustainaFle lu\\ury [Lile oǺering autLentic gourmet cuisine Lolistic [ellness activities anH aHventureNAYARA, BOCAS DEL TORO A romantic aHultonly privateislanH resort in tLe pristine 'ocas Hel Toro arcLipelago SurrounHeH Fy lusL rainJorests anH turUuoise [aters it oǺers stylisL over[ater Fungalo[s gourmet Hining anH a Lost oJ [aterFaseH activities proviHing an iHyllic FlenH oJ natural Feauty anH inHulgent rela\\ation
MEXICO
DANPATTI RIVER LODGEPARAMARIBOCAYENNEGEORGETOWNKAIETEUR FALLSMEXICO | 147Vast, diverse, extraordinary. From its ancient civilisations to its mouth-watering street food, Mexico is a glorious mix of fascinating history, natural splendour and an intoxicatingly colourful culture. Latin Americaƶs tLirH largest country is one tLatƶs celeFrateH Jor its natural Feauty ricL Listory anH viFrant culture in eUual measure anH rigLtly so 2e\\ico FecOons [itL stunning lanHscapes tLat span cactusstre[n Heserts anH tLe magniǻcent Copper Canyon to verHant rainJorests ForHering stunning po[Hery [LitesanH FeacLes anH sparOling a^ure seas .t Foasts astonisLing 2ayan temples A^tec ruins anH otLer remarOaFle vestiges oJ ancient civilisations =ouƶll ǻnH [Lales FreacLing in ƵtLe [orlHƶs aUuariumƶ oJ 'aNa CaliJornia iHyllic CariFFean FeacLes natural cenotes anH stunning pinO laOes colonial to[ns anH cosmopolitan cities 'ut itƶs 2e\\icoƶs viFrant culture tLat really Frings tLis country to liJe 2ariacLi FanHs tLat serenaHe in ,uaHalaNaraƶs Fustling pla^as teUuilalaceH cocOtails anH si^^ling street JooH aromas tLat ǻll tLe air in 4a\\aca e\\uFerant Jestivals anH tLe al[aysFu^^ing Hiversity oJ 2e\\ico City are Nust a scratcL on tLe surJace TLis is a country pacOeH Jull oJ colour anH Ǽavour sunsLine anH Feauty anH it simply never Hisappoints Nov to Apr: 5eaO season [arm Hry sunny Hays 'est Jor FeacLes e\\ploring ancient ruins [Lale [atcLing in 'aNa CaliJorniaMay to Oct: ;arm LumiH more rainJall AvoiH CariFFean coast in Lurricane season Ƴ /ul to 4ct 'est Jor 5aciǻc Coast e\\plorationWHEN TO GOMexico City: 7evel in tLe spra[ling viFrancy oJ 2e\\icoƶs culturally Hiverse megacity pȦ48 Oaxaca: ,et your JooH ǻ\\ in colourJul FeautiJul Uuintessentially 2e\\ican 4a\\aca pȦ4ȟYucatán Peninsula: )iscover tLe 2ayan ruins natural cenotes and beautiful beaches of the =ucat«n pȦ5ȴCopper Canyon: TaOe tLe train riHe oJ a liJetime tLrougL tLis spectacular rocOy lanHscape pȦ52Chiapas: .mmerse yourselJ in 2e\\icoƶs ricL culture in tLis FeautiJul anH Jascinating Listoric state pȦ50932.SSA'L* MEXICOMEXICO CITYMEXICOOAXACACOPPER CANYONCHIAPASYUCATÁN PENINSULAGUATEMALA
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -8 | MEXICO4nce tLe capital oJ tLe ancient A^tec empire 2e\\ico City is no[ a migLty moHern metropolis tLrumming [itL 2e\\icoƶs viFrant culture anH pacOeH Jull oJ Jascinating Listoric relics [orlHclass art galleries anH museums lively Fars anH restaurants granH FoulevarHs anH stunning arcLitecture A CITY FULL OF VARIETYTLe cityƶs central pla^a Ono[n as tLe >¾calo is one oJ tLe largest puFlic sUuares in tLe [orlH anH [Lere youƶll ǻnH tLe stunning 2etropolitan Cathedral and ancient ruins of Templo 2ayor Jrom tLe A^tec city TenocLtitlan =ou can visit tLe Lome oJ Jamous artist +riHa 0aLlo in tLe cLarming FoLemian neigLFourLooH oJ Coyoac«n or Hiscover 2e\\icoƶs impressive Listory in tLe 3ational 2useum oJ AntLropology 'ut tLis is a city [itL literally LunHreHs oJ neigLFourLooHs all [itL sometLing HiǺerent to oǺer *very SunHay morning large sections oJ tLe city centre are closeH to traǽc to allo[ Jor cycling anH strolling along tLe otLer[ise cLaotic streets a [onHerJul [ay to e\\plore tLis Hiverse city NEARBY WONDERS/ust outsiHe oJ tLe city are tLe remarOaFle anH unmissaFle A^tec ruins oJ TeotiLuac«n an ancient site Jull oJ colossal pyramiHs ancient temples anH palaces AnotLer great Hay trip is to <ocLimilco a vast canal net[orO Jull oJ Ǽoating islanH garHens originally createH Fy tLe A^tecs [Lere you can riHe colourJul gonHolastyle Foats [Lile passing lively mariacLi FanHs anH varieH JooH stallsVIBRANT CULTURE;orlHreno[neH Jor its cuisine tLe city is Jull oJ increHiFle streetJooH stanHs upmarOet restaurants anH everytLing in Fet[een TLe Fest [ay to Hiscover tLe many increHiFle Ǽavours are on streetJooH tours or Fy taOing a cooOery class ;atcLing a lucLa liFre matcL 2e\\icoƶs ǼamFoyant [restling is anotLer LigLligLt tLat maOes Jor a Jun nigLt out AnH iJ youƶre travelling in 3ovemFer you [onƶt [ant to miss tLe )ay oJ tLe )eaH paraHe [Lere tLe streets oJ 2e\\ico City come to liJe [itL one oJ tLe countryƶs Figgest anH most e\\travagant paraHes One of the biggest and busiest cities in the world, Mexico City is a vibrant, vast and colourful cosmopolitan city with a long and rich history.MEXICO CITYHot air balloon ride over the Teotihuacán ruins: [atcLing tLe sunrise over the pyramids from tLe air is a onceinaliJetime e\\perienceDon’t Miss
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent -MEXICO | 149OAXACABursting with colour and flavour, rich traditions and authentic, vibrant culture, Oaxaca is everything you imagine when you think of Mexico. PUEBLALocateH Ȯ0 miles Jrom 2e\\ico City in tLe Hirection oJ 4a\\aca and surrounded by beautiful sno[cappeH mountains anH volcanoes 5ueFla is a FeautiJul and culturally important city that’s easily accessible and well [ortL a visit 4ne oJ tLe olHest colonial cities in Latin America its 93*SC4HesignateH Listoric centre Hates FacO to Ȧ5ȴȦ anH is Jull oJ stunning colonial arcLitecture FaroUue catLeHrals cobbled streets and pretty coloureH tiles [Lile tLe Fustling marOets FoLemian caJes traHitional eateries anH regular live music in the streets add JurtLer to its cLarm 7ecogniseH as tLe FirtLplace oJ many staple HisLes oJ 2e\\ican cuisine Ƴ in particular Ƶmole poFlanoƶ tLe [onHerJully ricL tLicO cLilli anH cLocolate sauce that is famous around the world Ƴ JooH is Fig Fusiness in 5ueFla anH itƶs an iHeal city to inHulge in a streetJooH tour Also Ono[n Jor its s[eets a visit to tLe uniUue Calle de los Dulces (Candy Street) is a must for anyone with a sweet tootL [Lere you can try a range oJ unusual s[eets A beautiful colonial city, full of charm, character and the many delicious flavours of Mexico’s famous cuisine. Located in a valley surrounded by mountains in southwestern 2e\\ico 4a\\aca pronounceH [aLLaOaL is a FeautiJul colonial city Jull oJ colourJul FuilHings historical churches and cobbled streets 0no[n as 2e\\icoƶs artistic anH cultural centre as [ell as Feing reno[neH Jor its e\\cellent me^cal anH moutL[atering gastronomy itƶs a city tLat epitomises all tLings 2e\\icoCulturally ricL tLanOs to its several Histinct inHigenous groups you can e\\plore artisan [orOsLops colourJul marOets anH tantalising streetJooH stalls among tLe cityƶs Fustling streets anH itƶs an e\\cellent place to [itness one of the most authentic Day oJ tLe )eaH celeFrations /ust outside the city you can visit nearFy LanHicraJt villages anH me^cal Histilleries as [ell as 2onte AlF«n a Jascinating arcLaeological ruin anH 93*SC4 ;orlH -eritage Site Hating FacO to 500 'C tLat also oǺers wonderful views over the city and valley Felo[
- Contact our Latin America Travel Specialists on 0208 546 6222 or visit your local travel agent - | MEXICOAtmospheric jungles, exquisite cascading waterfalls, dramatic canyons and beautiful colonial citiesgive way to incredible Mayan history and a rich indigenous culture in this evocative and historic state. Sitting on tLe ForHer oJ ,uatemala 2e\\icoƶs soutLernmost state oJ CLiapas is one oJ [onHerJul Hiversity [itL long sanHy FeacLes lusL tropical Nungles ruggeH mountains anH Hramatic canyons proviHing a glorious FacOgrounH to a region Jull oJ FeautiJul colonial cities some oJ tLe most evocative vestiges oJ 2ayan history in the country and a rich inHigenous culture tLat is still verymucL Hominant COLONIAL TOWNSMost people base themselves in San Crist¾Fal He las Casas a cLarming mountain town famed for its colourful colonial arcLitecture picturesUue coFFleH streets museums viFrant marOets anH FoutiUue anH artisan sLops A strongLolH oJ inHigenous culture San Crist¾Fal anH tLe numerous small villages nearFy proviHe an e\\cellent opportunity to e\\perience tLe traHitional 2ayan [ay oJ liJe as [ell as tLe perJect Numping oǺ point Jor Haily e\\cursions to tLe regionƶs many otLer points oJ interest MAYAN HISTORYCLiapas is a region ricL in 2ayan Listory anH Lome to many Jascinating ancient ruins TLe ancient city oJ 5alenUue is Fy Jar tLe largest anH most Jamous [itL its increHiFly [ellpreserveH pyramiHs sculptures anH carvings set amiHst a tropical Nungle Lumming [itL tLe sounHs oJ FirHs anH Lo[ler monOeys maOing it [onHerJully atmospLeric LesserOno[n ruins incluHe Tonin« 'onampaO anH =a\\cLil«n also LiHHen among Nungle anH oJten [itL less visitors NATURAL WONDERS4tLer LigLligLts in tLe region incluHe tLe e\\Uuisite Agua A^ul [aterJalls Ƴ a FeautiJul series oJ cascaHing turUuoise waters surrounded by lush woodland tLat maOes a great stopoǺ point between San Cristóbal de las Casas anH 5alenUue anH tLe SumiHero Canyon [Lere you can taOe Foat trips tLrougL tLe stunning canyon [itL its vast Ȧ000mLigL rocO Jaces [Lile Oeeping an eye out Jor [ilHliJe sucL as cormorants vultures crocoHiles anH monOeys TLose [anting to soaO in more of the state’s incredible history can also visit the nearby Chiapa de Cor^o tLe ǻrst SpanisL settlement in tLe region tLat still Foasts ǻne e\\amples oJ Ȧ6tLcentury arcLitecture CHIAPASSima de las Cotorras: a vast rainJorestclaH sinOLole ȦȰ0m [iHe anH Ȧ40m Heep Lome to pre-ispanic rocO paintings anH tLousanHs oJ sUua[Oing green paraOeets Don’t Miss