Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to South America.

Discover South America's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from admiring one of Argentina's greatest natural wonders, the majestic Glaciar Perito Moreno; to taking in Patagonia's dramatic scenery on a road trip along Chile's Carretera Austral; and marvelling at the striking stone ruins of Ingapirca, Ecuador's most important archaeological site.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's South America travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate South America effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego, Tiwanaku, and the wineries of Tarija
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with South American culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Argentina; Bolivia; Brazil; Chile; Colombia; Ecuador; French Guiana; Guyana; Paraguay; Peru; Suriname; Uruguay; Venezuela

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's South America.