2025 is fast approaching and so are the possibilities it brings to travel, see new parts of the world, and experience new things. If you’re looking to travel farther, deeper, and more meaningfully next year, opt for one of top experiences in South America 2025 for the luxury traveler listed below. This curated list features five South America travel ideas that will make your 2025 one to remember with unique, elevated experiences covering everything from arts and culture to sport and wellness.

Be one of the few humans to meet the Galapagos giant tortoise on a remote Galapagos island; sleep amongst the monkeys in a luxury Amazon jungle lodge; live the gaucho life on an Argentinian estancia; try the best food you’ll ever eat in Lima; and see a few of the world’s wonders in Brazil. Read on to find out more about these epic experiences and find out which one you’d most look forward to in 2025.

Here are the Top 5 Luxury Experiences in South America 2025:

Go on a Galapagos cruise

Each year, Galapagos cruises continue to outdo themselves with more luxurious yachts, service, and experiences — and 2025 is no exception. This coming year, expect to see several beautiful new and remodeled yachts gracing the Galapagos archipelago. These include: the gorgeous Galapagos Angel, a modern high-spec 16-passenger yacht promising meaningful experiences; the well-equipped National Geographic expedition ships Delfina and Gemini for those with a passion for knowledge and adventure; and the Celebrity Xpedition which shows off the brands more sophisticated side with all-veranda suites and excellent service.

Meanwhile, the destination itself continues to thrive as eco-tourism continues to grow, making it possible to witness the Galapagos’ wildlife while ensuring its protection. Enjoy excursions and activities all led by knowledgable naturalist guides who provide exceptional insight into the region’s geography, ecology, and history. After your once-in-a-lifetime Galapagos trip, you’ll be loaded with new knowledge about everything from endemic species to the development of Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. But best of all, you’ll have dozens of enviable stories about swimming with Galapagos turtles and iguanas, sunbathing with Galapagos seals on the beach, and hiking across ancient lava fields covered in prickly pear cacti. 

Stay in a luxury Amazon Lodge

It wasn’t so long ago that the Amazon was considered an unreachable back-to-basics travel destination. A place where only those who didn’t mind sleeping amongst the insects dared to go. But as 2025 comes into view, it’s clear that the Amazon is an idyllic destination for the luxury traveler too. Between Peru, Ecuador, and Brazil, Amazonian accommodation continues to step up its game with dreamy jungle lodges that exsure your complete comfort whilst keeping you closely connected with nature.

Imagine Amazonian-inspired luxury lodges with king-sized beds, air conditioning, panoramic windows to bring the outside in, and private terraces with hammocks to lay and watch nature in privacy and peace. When you’re ready to explore, your native Amazonian guide will be on hand to take you on exciting adventures through the jungle like kayaking, canopy climbing, and piranha fishing where you will have plenty of opportunity to spot the region’s most weird and wonderful wildlife. 

Returning to your luxury jungle lodge at the end of another adventurous day, you’ll be greeted with a nutritious gourmet meal made with locally sourced ingredients and an invitation to indulge in luxury spa therapies like Amazonian body scrubs and hot stone massages. So while the jungle itself invites you back to basics, you can do so in the knowledge you’ll be able to return to a life of luxury at the end of each day.

Live in an estancia on a wine-tasting trip in Argentina

If you’re looking for an authentic immersive travel experience in 2025, stay in an estancia, South America’s version of a cattle ranch. These estancias, typically found in rural Argentina and Chile, are not just a place to stay but a way of life that treasures its centuries old traditions. 

One day you could be roaming on horseback around the Andean Steppes soaking up the scenery and the next, taking tips from an Andean cooking class. At night, you’ll be swapping life stories under the stars with an asado firing up beside you.While the family-style estancias encourage you to get involved in outdoor pursuits like fly-fishing, hiking, birdwatching, and berry-picking, the wellness-oriented estancias offer more of a ‘retreat’ experience.

There are dozens of estancias to stay in from central Argentina and Chile all the way down to southern Patagonia. Some of the best can be found around Mendoza, the International Wine Capital known for its full-bodied Malbec. The region is brimming with world-class wineries inviting you to visit their cellars and taste their wines on exclusive wine tours. A few days winery-hopping by day and retiring to your luxury estancia for some authentic Argentinian food and culture will be well-spent in 2025.

Dine in world-class restaurants and see world-renowned sights in Peru

Now more than ever, food is becoming a big travel motivation and 2025 is set to bring a lot of fabulous food experiences around the world including Lima, Peru. Thanks to its incredible variety of Latin American and international cuisine and its competitively high standards, Lima has been given the status ‘culinary capital of South America’. From its markets to Michelin-star restaurants, foodies will find incredible flavors all over the city. 

During your stay, don’t hesitate to fork out on a few Michelin-star dishes at top restaurants like Maido, Central, and Mayta which all have their own inspired take on Peruvian cuisine. However, you don’t have to look beyond Surquillo market for a good ceviche or plate of cuy (guinea pig).

While its culinary standards are reason enough to visit Peru, it’s just one check mark on a long list of reasons that make it one of the world’s most iconic countries to travel in. Discover its ancient Inca empire at the world-renowned Machu Picchu. Go on breathtaking famous hikes like the Inca Trail, Laguna 69, and the Colca Canyon. Board the world’s most scenic trains; the Hiram Bigham to Machu Picchu and the Andean Explorer. And join native Amazonians for a jungle exploration.

Witness Brazil’s wonders and wildlife

2025 is a great year to tick off those Wonders of the world from your bucket list and in Brazil you’ll find two of its best. Begin in Brazil’s most bold and vibrant city, Rio de Janeiro which is lovingly watched over by Christ the Redeemer with open arms from the peak of Corcovado Mountain. Decide for yourself which is more impressive: the towering height of the statue standing over you or the views afforded over Rio and Guanbara Bay. Unbeknown to many, but seldom surprising, the bay that Christ the Redeemer overlooks is a Natural Wonder of the World. 

After days spent dancing, shopping, and sight-hopping in Rio, fly south to see another world wonder, the Iguazu Falls. Stretching across the Iguazu River, a natural border between Argentina and Brazil, Iguazu Falls is by far one of the most impressive waterfall systems in the world boasting a series of falls winder than the Victoria and taller than the Niagara. Feel the power of the waterfall as you hike around it to the best viewpoints, take a boat ride beneath it, and take flight to see Iguazu from a birds-eye view. 

Having ticked off a few bucket-list destinations, complete the trip by visiting a place yet to be discovered by mainstream tourism, the epic Pantanal Wetlands, the world’s largest wetland. The biodiversity of this expansive ecosystem is wide yet rare with animals like the marsh deer, anteater, capybara, jaguar, ocelots, and tapir and an array or birdlife calling it home. In other words, it’s South America’s answer to a luxury wildlife safari. 

Secure your Luxury Experiences in South America 2025 today

Make next year count with one of these top luxury experiences in South America 2025. Since the new year is fast approaching, there’s no time to waste in choosing your next big adventure whether it be ticking off travel bucket list destinations like Machu Picchu or visiting exciting new destinations before the crowds come. Whatever luxury experience in South America you want in 2025, our travel experts are on hand to plan a fully bespoke trip for you. Find out more by messaging us here or calling on +1 855 217 9045.