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#Gap Years, Backpacking & Traveling in South America

Argentina

A gap year in Argentina takes you from the Latin spirit of Buenos Aires to the desolate beauty of Patagonia.

Brazil

Brazil doesn t need much selling to any gap year traveller. It may have it all, but there s only one way to find out for sure

Ecuador

The small, mountainous country of Ecuador has much to enthral the gap year traveller, and it s so compact that you can do it all.

Galapagos

If wildlife is your passion, this small archipelago is a gap year destination with unique treasures. Follow in the footsteps of Darwin and be inspired.

Peru

Gap year in South America - Is It For You?

Home of the Amazon rainforest, Rio de Janeiro, sun galore and plenty of gap year backpackers, South America is a great country to explore during your travels. There s so much to see and do - and with our Real Gap adventure tours taking you from Buenos Aires to Rio or around Machu Picchu - it s going to be a tough job choosing what to try first!

South America Tours

Want an adventure? You ve come to the right place - Real Gap s where it s at! You could try trekking the Inca trail, touring around the Galapagos Islands or just doing the whole lot on our 83 day South American Explorer . Nice!

Student travel South America

With Real Gap, you can undertake internships abroad too! You could try anything from a business and finance placement, to marketing and journalism. Check out our awesome internships here.

Volunteer work South America

From environmental volunteer work in the Amazon to sports coaching in the beautiful Rio de Janeiro, there are loads of chances to volunteer in South America with us!

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