{"id":98891920,"date":"2018-01-15T12:51:12","date_gmt":"2018-01-15T17:51:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/?p=98891920"},"modified":"2025-02-19T12:05:24","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:05:24","slug":"cheap-central-and-south-american-countries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/cheap-central-and-south-american-countries\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a1Buen Viaje! Great Cheap Countries to Visit in Central & South America"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ever imagine what it\u2019d be like to travel the globe without spending a large chunk of money? Well, you can! Some of the most beautiful countries in the world in both South and Central America are—believe it or not—really inexpensive to travel through! Here’s a list of countries in Central and South America for you to venture to without completely emptying your bank account. And if you start out with some cheap flights<\/a> to get you there, well, all the better!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Argentina<\/h2>\n

\"TangoTango your way down to Argentina<\/a> for the best of Latin life. Whether you\u2019re there to engage in the elegant bustle of Buenos Aires, to \u201cgo gaucho\u201d and ride the range out on the pampas, or take in the panoramas of Patagonia, there’s something for everyone in Argentina. Be sure to try the world famous wine, superb steaks, and uplifting yerba mate during your visit. Even if you\u2019re on a budget, you\u2019ll find a silver lining with low prices for top quality in Argentina.<\/p>\n

Belize<\/h2>\n

\"SnorkelingBelieve it or not, this tiny Central American country offers big value for cost-conscious travelers. Discover Mayan ruins, dive into crystal clear Caribbean waters, and get up close with amazing rainforest wildlife \u2013 all on the cheap!<\/p>\n

Bolivia<\/h2>\n

\"SaltFor an affordable Andean adventure, your best bet is Bolivia<\/a>. Lake Titicaca, the Uyuni Saline salt plans, and the vibrant capital of La Paz are a few of the most lauded reasons to visit this friendly mountainous nation.<\/p>\n

Brazil<\/h2>\n

\"PlayingBig beats, big cities, big beaches, big rivers, big flavors, and big fun! Yes, indeed, it\u2019s hard to beat Brazil<\/a> as a brilliant choice for anyone seeking a sensational experience while also saving money.<\/p>\n

Colombia<\/h2>\n

\"TakingRemember that one phenomenally flavorsome cup of coffee or that extremely delicious piece of artisan chocolate you had that one time? There\u2019s a good chance that the main ingredients of both came from Colombia<\/a>. A moderately high altitude garden of Eden, this equatorial wonderland offers loads of tasty temptations to lure travelers in search of excitement at modest expense. Colombia cities are among the most modern and welcoming in South America. Its beaches and beach resorts—on both its Pacific and Caribbean coasts—are some of the most beautiful across the Americas.<\/p>\n

Ecuador<\/h2>\n

\"JungleImpeccably preserved colonial architecture, pristine Pacific beaches, Amazonian headwaters, and awe-inspiring volcanoes are just some of the excuses to plan an excursion to Ecuador<\/a>. And if you really want to go all out while you\u2019re there, be sure to include a tour of the Galapagos Islands, about 600 miles off the coast.<\/p>\n

Guatemala<\/h2>\n

\"TraditionalOne of the Americas\u2019 most beautiful countries is also one of the cheapest to visit. Whether it’s the indigenous culture and cuisine, the rugged and varied landscape, the Mayan ruins, or a beach break on your choice of the Caribbean or Pacific coast, you\u2019ll get more bang for your buck in Guatemala<\/a> than almost anywhere else in the world.<\/p>\n

Nicaragua\"Volcano<\/h2>\n

Enjoy epic hikes up active volcanoes, go island hopping on a surfing safari, and experience rainforest canopy adventures while indulging in scrumptious street food and award-winning rums, all while reveling in the knowledge that you\u2019re stretching your dollars to the max. For an inexpensive back-to-nature break, you need to go to Nicaragua<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Peru<\/h2>\n

\"MachuPeru may be Latin America\u2019s premiere place to visit. With the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, massive mountains, untouched rainforests, a long stretch of Pacific coast, and one of the world\u2019s most adored cuisines, it\u2019s no wonder this nation full of wonders would feature high on anyone’s bucket list.<\/p>\n

Uruguay<\/h2>\n

\"Montevideo\"Southbound sojourners on a shoestring budget should put Uruguay<\/a> high on their agenda. In some ways, the best aspects of this underappreciated Atlantic coast nation mirror those of neighboring Argentina: scrumptious wines, magnificent meat, and old world charm \u2013 just at even lower prices. The sandy beaches of Punta del Este offer a haven full of resorts and seaside attractions.<\/p>\n

Heard enough? Ready to fire up your browser and start looking for some last-minute deals<\/a> to these wondrous southern nations? We thought so.<\/p>\n

Got more tips on doing Central and South America without going broke? We would love for you to share your insight in the comments section below.<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ever imagine what it\u2019d be like to travel the globe without spending a large chunk of money? Well, you can! Some of the most beautiful countries in the world in both South and Central America are—believe it or not—really inexpensive to travel through! Here’s a list of countries in Central and South America for you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":98922480,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[149,1504,1503,141,69],"tags":[849,1278,168],"class_list":["post-98891920","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-caribbean","category-central-american","category-south-america","category-travel-inspiration","category-travel-tips-intel","tag-budget-travel","tag-international-travel","tag-south-america"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98891920","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98891920"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98891920\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":98922479,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98891920\/revisions\/98922479"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/98922480"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98891920"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98891920"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98891920"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}