Brazilian people are known for their hospitality! Brazil is also known for unbeatable beaches like Pipa, being an entrance point to the Amazon and for iconic mega cities with rambunctious LGBTQ+ nightlife like Rio, where dancing on the sand is almost mandatory. Discover Brazil with All Brazil Tours or LGBTQ+ travel specialist LR Travel Experiences - perhaps sailing through the wildlife filled Pantanal region. In the state of Mato Grosso do Sul take thrilling nature focused tours and see LGBTQ+ friendly regions like the aptly named Bonito. Or venture further south to the stunning Praia Grande with Canyons do Sul.
There’s more to Peru than Machu Picchu - not that that isn’t a spectacle all of itself. There are adventures to be found along the Amazon River, in the wild gay nightlife of Lima and within the cultural richness of Cusco. Explore this amazing country by train aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer or take a luxury cruise down the Amazon River. Machu Travel Peru offers award-winning luxury tours in Peru, COLTUR Peru organizes trips showcasing hidden gems within the country, while LlamaTrip focuses on adventures to Machu Picchu itself for the LGBTQ+ community.
Colombia is a country of transformation. Over the last twenty years, it has become one of the most popular LGBTQ+ tourist locations on the continent. Bogota and Medellín, each have large gay neighborhoods with Bogota home to the megaclub Theatron, the largest LGBTQ+ club in Latin America. On the Caribbean coast, Cartagena is a sparkling gem and also popular with LGBTQ+ travelers. See it in style with tailor made trips by leading travel experts OUT in Colombia or Awake Travel. Or find support from the national tourism organization in Colombia with PROCOLOMBIA.
From the arid Atacama Desert in its north to the glaciers and snow capped mountains of Patagonia in its south, Chile has adventure coursing through its veins. LGBTQ+ travelers can enjoy everything from skiing and hiking to water sports with LGBTQ+ friendly tour operators such as Alchemy DMC and Signature DMC. Chile’s picture perfect capital, Santiago, is brimming with life, art and culture. Upscale IGLTA member Santiago Marriott Hotel is a wonderful basecamp to explore the city. Flying to Chile couldn't be easier with LATAM Airlines, Latin America’s leading airline group, who also fly to Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
Argentina only cries for those who don’t visit it! The South American country is the 8th largest in the world and one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly destinations in South America. Its vast landmass holds geographical wonders like the Iguazu Falls, the Perito Moreno Glacier and Mount Fitz Roy. Whereas its capital, Buenos Aires, has a varied LGBTQ+ scene even including queer tango halls! Visit on a travel package with wholesale operators MEDITERRANEA TURISMO, take an exclusive LGBTQ+ tour with Lunfarda Travel, take an elevated tailor made trip with Alchemy DMC or have a high-end experience with Signature DMC.
As one of the most progressive countries in the world for LGBTQ+ rights, let alone in South America, Uruguay is also criminally underrated next to its larger neighbors. Remedy this injustice by strolling along the gorgeous promenade (The Rambla) of Montevideo or enjoying the (in)famous nightlife of Punta Del Este. Or why not stay at Undarius, a unique gay hotel near Chihuahua, the only naturist and nudist beach in Uruguay. Check in with the Ministry of Tourism of Uruguay to find out how to make the most of your stay in Uruguay.
