Lonely Planet South America on a Shoestring

From Caribbean beaches to Andean peaks and Amazonian riverways, 10 LP authors combed South America to uncover the best of the mysterious and vibrant continent. Whether you yearn to dance till dawn at the world's most hedonistic Carnaval, hike Inca trails, or visit pre-colonial 'lost cities' or thriving megalopolises, this comprehensive guide takes you there.

Covers Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the Guianas (Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname), Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela. hundreds of budget accommodation and dining options advice on watching wildlife - from Brazil's Pantanal to the Galápagos handy language section including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Quechua, Aymara and Sranan Tongo 218 detailed, easy-to-use maps