Three Moments that Defined South America
Some moments are just bigger than others. And we’re not just talking about Southern Explorations Founder & CEO Justin Laycob’s awesome Machu Picchu engagement. And Latin America’s history is dense, to say the least. We’ve been exploring Central and South America as a company for going on 15 years now, that’s not including the years…
An Unknown Ancient Civilization Rises in Peru
You may have seen an article we shared on Facebook and Twitter recently from Discover Magazine titled “A Brewery in Peru Ran for Centuries, Then Burned After One Epic Ancient Party.” Written by Anna Groves Ph.D, the article digs into the role that chichi, a fermented drink that is an ancient relative of beer, played…
The Borgida’s Family Adventure in Peru!
A Family Adventure and ‘Trip of a Lifetime’ in Peru Sometimes it seems like planning a family outing just to go down the street can be a struggle. Thinking about a family trip to South America or Central America, one with the whole gang in tow, can feel daunting. But it’s certainly not impossible. In…
Top 10 Destinations in Peru
From archaeological wonders that have withstood the test of time to verdant rainforest and sparkling beaches, this South American country has something for everyone. Check out our list of the Top 10 Destinations in Peru to discover new places to explore. 1. Machu Picchu Don’t miss a chance to visit one of the Seven Wonders…
Doing it Differently
Thinking you’d like to do something a little different for your next trip to Latin America? Want to experience the next destination on your list from an alternative angle? Then we’ve got you covered. Want an example? How about our SUP (that’s Stand-up Paddle Boarding) Galapagos trip ! You may recall, last year we teamed…
A History of Women in Peru
The history of women in Peru is not a simple straight-line narrative. It is a complex, intertwined, multi-cultural story across the centuries that continues to evolve and progress, from ancient traditions to modern thinking. It’s a story still being uncovered and understood by archaeologists. It’s a story being experienced by the more than 15 million…
Introducing Our New All Women’s Adventure in Peru
We’ve unveiled our newest group trip: Peru Women’s Adventure . This all-women special departure explores Peru for an 8-day adventure guided exclusively by Peruvian women. It brings together like-minded women to travel through the heart of the Andes together from Lima to Machu Picchu, exploring archeological sites, tasting the tropical fruits, seafood and sweets in…
Our Complements
You may have recently read about Southern Explorations’ luxury experiences, whether it’s what makes one of our high-end trips a truly luxury experience , or the best times to travel to get even more from your trip, we’ve been thinking a lot about the details that take our trips to the next level. It was…
Our Top 5 South American Festivals
We know our guests have certain expectations when they travel with us. They expect they’re going to get our South America and Central America expertise, they expect they’re going to get outstanding value, and they expect they’re going to get the best guides. They expect it because we promise to deliver it to them every…
A Look Behind the Curtain
At Southern Explorations, we like to pull back the curtain every once and awhile to show you how we operate. As we take a look at reviews for some Trips of a Lifetime we also wanted to provide you with a look at the survey we send to guests after they’ve experienced South America and…
The Secret Treasures of Northern Peru
Of course you want to see the great icons. We understand. They’re iconic for a reason. Machu Picchu is rightfully entrenched in travelers’ minds as a must-see locale because it’s an incredible place to experience. But it’s far from the only awe-inspiring historic site in Peru, simply the best known. So if you’re ready to…
Inca Trail Permits on Sale Now – Get Yours While They Last!
The Inca Trail is a legendary hike that leads to Machu Picchu through the mountains and cloud forests of the Peruvian Andes. Only travelers with the Inca Trail travel permit are allowed on the trail. Permits for the Inca Trail have gone on sale a full three months early for 2018. Southern Explorations encourages travelers…
