Lonely Planet South America on a Shoestring - Softcover

Covers Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, The Guianas, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela and the Falkland Islands. Take it off for Carnaval in Rio or bundle up tight for a trek through the Andean highlands. From ancient Machu Picchu to happening Bueno Aires, dense Amazon jungles to balmy Brazilian beaches, this guidebook covers every corner of this diverse and vibrant continent.

Features include: 235 detailed, easy-to-use maps; language chapter covering Spanish, Portuguese, French and Indian tongues; seasoned advice for a safe and healthy journey; hundred of places to stay on and off the beaten path; tips for excellent eats, from pre-Columbian favorites in Ecuador to bami goreng in Suriname; AND coverage of Easter Island, the Galpagos and the Falklands.