Plan South America

26/08/2024

Bienvenido a Buenos Aires!

Join us in the Argentine Capital and explore the Porteno neighborhoods, from the old town of San Telmo to elegant Recoleta and vibey Chacarita, each boast a distinct character, atmosphere and architecture. Gastronomy is a highlight, with fabulous steakhouses and charming cafés dotting the streets, alongside independent venues for music, tango and art.

Most adventures to Argentina begin in the capital, but where will you go next?

Contact our team to plan your tailor-made luxury trip to Argentina.

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for on her experiences with Francis Mallaman on his private Patagonian island.

Join us on La Isla this March 21-30 for five days of cooking lessons and an experience like no other.

“If romance is defined as a feeling of mystery, excitement, and remoteness from everyday life, then this tiny outpost in deepest, furthest Patagonia is the sentiment incarnate… It’s an epic journey to the private island of South America’s most beloved chef, Francis Mallmann—a plane, car, dirt-track, and boat ride to reach the spit of land where his must-see episode of Netflix’s Chef’s Table was shot.

The final leg of the journey across Argentina’s Lago La Plata is a silent drumroll. As the phone connection and Wi-Fi vanishes, freedom begins. Defying the idea that being off the beaten track means being inherently practical, the design decisions were made from an aesthetic and sensory perspective…
Days are spent on wild beaches, pulling on waders to fish for trout and baking the catch in clay from the lake. A butler in a Fellini-inspired linen jacket serves dinner on wooden trays at the water’s edge: a Catherine wheel of chorizo; deboned and skewered beef ribs; an entire singed pineapple with dulce de leche pancakes. For the bold it’s a run and jump from the pontoon for icy swims… Evenings revolve around the Campari-red sunset, sinking into squishy sofas, reading poetry, playing guitar, and listening to Mallmann sing love songs. True romance.”

For details on the small group journey, read on via link in profile.

Pricing starts at $19,000/person (sleeps six; also available for exclusive buyout)

12/08/2024

When you’re ready to explore the Galapagos Islands, we’ve got your back.

With so much to see and do, a luxury adventure here is the ultimate journey into the wild.

Some 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, this remote archipelago of lush highlands, volcanic landmasses, tropical beaches and azure waters is home to the richest, most diverse ecosystem on the planet.

While each month has its own rewards, our experts agree, the best time to visit is from December - May.

Get in touch with our travel designers to plan a sailing, diving and safari-esque wildlife expedition.

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07/08/2024

Understated Uruguay marches to its own beat.

Candombe, with its drums and vibrant street parades, and the melancholic Tango provide the soundtrack.

Come for the yerba mate; leather goods; alpargatas; chivito sandwiches, wine, outstanding beef and seafood, gauchos, sleepy villages, grassy plains, sandy beaches and dulce de leche.

Visit the link in bio to read how we suggest spending a weekend in the riverside capital of Montevideo.

Curious to experience Uruguay for yourself? Contact our travel designers to start your journey.

05/08/2024

Costa Rica is famed for its invigorating pura vida lifestyle, commitment to sustainability and ambitious climate change policies.

With 30 national parks, four types of forests, and over a quarter of the country under conservation, this is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet. Its jungles thrum with wildlife, including sloths, jaguars, tapirs, toucans, macaws, turtles, howler monkeys and manatees.

Don’t miss whale season in the Osa Peninsula, from August through October, and remember to ask about our collection of working haciendas and luxury estates.

Speak to someone who is as excited about your trip as you are - our team of experts is standing by.

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02/08/2024

Blissfully isolated, the windswept plains of southern Patagonia present a vast and varied landscape of forests, granite spires, deep-water lakes and immense glaciers. For those who enjoy wilderness adventure, there are few better places on Earth.

Contact our team to design your bespoke adventure.

31/07/2024

The world’s fifth largest continent, Antarctica is a land of raw and exquisite frozen seascapes – the natural world in its most natural state.

The austral hinterland instils a genuine sense of adventure and exploration – and indeed of privilege, with few people ever experiencing the awesome scale, tranquillity and fury of the great wilderness.

Our portfolio of luxury adventure yachts enable a unique level of comfort and access whilst exploring the White Continent.

Contact our Specialists today to start planning.

14/07/2024

Pierre-André Krüger spent years in South America scouring the continent for a special kind of remote hideaway, perfectly in step with the local community. When he couldn’t find what he was looking for, he set out to create it.

Born from his mission is Nomad Lodges, an ecotourism project cradled by the Colombian Amazon, where guests experience life in all forms: people, wildlife, and the intricate ecosystems that sustain them.

As part of our 'People with Purpose' series, our very own Hattie Mills sat down with Pierre amidst the chorus of the jungle to learn more about the origins of the project and how it has paved the way to include indigenous communities in the future of sustainable tourism.

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Pierre-André Krüger spent years in South America scouring the continent for an exclusive, luxurious stay in a remote and community-oriented setting. When he couldn't find it, he set out to create it.

13/07/2024

Ready for a ride to the End of the World with Marcos Villamil of Abrazarte Argentina?

December 15 - 22, 2024.

These 8 coveted spots for our Tierra del Fuego expedition are going fast - get in touch to reserve a saddle!

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10/07/2024

The tempestuous magic of Chilean Patagonia: Condé Nast Traveler’s Lale Arikoglu journeys to Chile with Plan South America.

“To get there you drive through centuries-old forests buttressed by glacial peaks and crisscross over fjords before reaching the Futaleufú River, which empties into the Yelcho Lake.

I arrive at night with the expectation that I’ll just shower and collapse into bed in my cabin, where a wood-fired stove has already been lit in anticipation of my arrival. But the owner thrusts a glass of Chilean red into my hand as his two dogs, Poncho and Balu, circle our feet inquisitively.

Before I know it, I am seated at dinner with his family, Ajl, and a Brazilian couple enjoying their final evening. We’re fed bitter greens from the farm and creamy risotto topped with morel mushrooms picked in the forest earlier that day. It feels like a night spent with old friends.

After fumbling my way back to my cabin in the dark—to save energy and allow guests to better see the stars, there is no outdoor lighting—I roll into bed full and happy.”
.. Read on for the rest of Condé Nast Traveler's iconic adventure in Patagonia...

08/07/2024

Our prosperity is inextricably linked to the health and vitality of our planet and its communities.

By partnering with the , we aim to dramatically reduce the footprint of each journey we create. The emissions from every trip are calculated and the equivalent is donated to Reserva Ecológica de Guapiaçu (REGUA), an expansive ecological reserve in the Atlantic Forest in .

We are mindful from the moment the planning stage begins, and try to ensure all processes and operations reflect our commitment to the environment.

06/07/2024

Argentina, and Patagonia in particular, offers some of the most dramatic heli skiing and snowboarding in the Andes, and arguably the world.

In pair with your time, adventure on to access the Chilean Lakes or explore the northern Atacama.

It's possible to enjoy everything from fresh powder snow to desert adventures on dune buggies and aerial views from hot air balloons.

Contact our team to plan a journey today.

03/07/2024

"My youngest played her first football match in a tropical downpour. My eldest swam in the river with her new friends ... what freedom they had within this tightly knit jungle community." - Hattie Mills, PSA Travel Director.

Planning a family excursion? Here are some of Hattie's top tips for traveling with kids to South America.

- Take snacks EVERYWHERE
- Carry colouring pens and paper for mealtimes and waits
- Include swimming pools often
- Pack sick bags for bumpy roads.
- Take a pram
- Be the tortoise, not the hare. Don’t try to fit it all in

Looking to forge lasting memories with your family this holiday? Let Hattie and our team design the adventure of a lifetime.

01/07/2024

In Patagonia there are adventures for everyone.

• Stand humbled at the foot of the mighty Torres del Paine.
• Watch as vast shelves of glacier ice from Perito Moreno crash into the electric blue waters of Lago Argentino.
• Walk the southernmost trek on Earth.
• Accompany the gauchos on horseback on cattle drives.

Visit the link in profile for PSA's selection of ultimate experiences and best places to stay.

When you're ready, reach out and let our team help you realise your Patagonian dreams.

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Photo Credit: Visual Pleasures Magazine

30/06/2024

Explore the living wonderland of the Galapagos Islands aboard the sensational new Hermes Catamaran.

Designed specifically to voyage through the Enchanted Isles, from the red sand beaches of Rabida Island to the white sand beaches of Darwin Bay, discover all the colours of the Galapagos Islands and its spectacular marine life.

Each day aboard the Hermes is like no other. Enjoy multiple trips per day to breathtaking natural wonders. Dine on a menu of locally sourced cuisine al-fresco on the sun deck or inside the spacious dining room. Unwind after each day of discovery with lavish amenities like a full-service spa and hammam or personal en-suite whirlpool bath.


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24/06/2024

Close your eyes and imagine the ultimate cooking class, led by one of the coolest chefs on the planet, in the wildest corner of Argentine Patagonia.

A few times a year, Francis Mallmann invites guests to stay at his private Patagonian island home for an exclusive and hands-on gastronomic experience - and we've got another coveted trip on the books for March of 2025.

WILD COOKING WITH FRANCIS MALLMANN

• DATES: 24-30 March, 2025
• PRICE: Starting from $21,409 per person
• GROUP SIZE: 8-11 people

This small group journey provides a return to the simple elegance of cooking with and within nature, finding joy in every step of the process.

With a quiet lakeside haven as a backdrop, you will spend six days learning the art of cooking over embers, flames and smoke. At the end of each day, cosy up in your host’s treasured cabin, with a well-stocked library and enough wine to go around.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Open fire cooking classes led by Patagonian native himself, Francis Mallmann.
• Six nights + seven days accommodation at La Soplada, Mallmann’s private lakeside lodge located on a remote island.
• A private mountain guide takes guests hiking, fishing, and boating.

Enquire today [email protected]

21/06/2024

We've done it! You can now experience a curated a collection of our top luxury adventures best suited to small parties.

How about setting out into the Andean foothills on horseback with the gauchos; watching icebergs calve in Antarctica; sailing the Amazon in Peru; learning the art of fire cooking on Francis Mallmann’s private island; or discovering the private art collections and salsa clubs of Havana?

Leave it to our team to fill each small group with kindred spirits and get ready for the journey of a lifetime.

19/06/2024

Bienvenidos a Plan South America! Want to learn more about what we do?

Plan South America curates powerful, lasting memories for travellers through life-changing adventures to Latin America and Antarctica.

Our team has been handcrafting journeys to Latin America since 2006. Over the years, we have dealt with briefs, both of earthy simplicity and eye-watering complexity and extravagance. We lay no claim on any other part of the world, but when it comes to Latin America, our contacts and experience are unmatched.

Head over to our website and explore for yourself.

16/06/2024

Are you an exceptional sales leader in luxury travel to Latin America? You're in luck! We're looking for a Travel Executive to join our growing team.

Please email your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]

15/06/2024

Ready for the ultimate Costa Rica adventure? It’s green season and the country is glowing. Tucked away inland is Montezuma, a 1,500-hectare estate providing a privileged window into life on a traditional Costa Rican hacienda.

We’re offering the keys to this sensational property that boasts some of the best horseback riding and wildlife viewing opportunities in the country.

What we love about it:

- The inimitable host and owner, Floriana, who supercharges the experience.
- The community – each guide and staff member is a diamond.
- The accommodation is beautifully decorated with spoils from the host’s travels.

Guests enjoy dips in the freshwater lake or go cattle rustling on horseback. A cacao farm down the road produces some of the best chocolate in the region. Raft and fish along the Tenorio River, and hike to secret waterfalls and natural pools. Dine on fresh local ingredients, with spoiling picnics by day and barbecues by night.

"Our approach is beautifully simple - we harbor our natural resources to engage with regenerative farming. We produce our own energy, food, and share our farming practices with the local community." - Floriana, owner.

Visit the link in our profile to explore the property.

A trip to Montezuma can easily be paired with activities all over country: rafting, surfing, sailing, hot springs, waterfalls, rainforests, pristine coastlines and volcanic hikes.

Contact us to start planning your journey to Costa Rica.

13/06/2024

Looking for a last minute getaway? Here's a peek at what's happening this month if you are packed and ready to go.

• June 16: Septenario Festival in Cuenca, Ecuador, a historic UNESCO site located in the south known for architecture and cultural scene.

• June 24: Inti Raymi, Festival of the Sun God in Cusco, Peru - the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Our long-standing passion for is due in part from its range of treks, from the iconic to the less traversed. Rugged mountains, remote valleys, and ancient footpaths that lead to archaeological wonders; a true glimpse into the rich heritage of the .

A trip to Peru must include our inside access to private collections, sensational chefs, the best rooms at our favourite boutique hotels, the most imaginative local guides; and where to pick up beautiful Peruvian textiles.

Contact our team today to customise your journey.

12/06/2024

“Having spoken to you everyday for a fortnight, we feel there is someone missing in our lives. We absolutely loved our trip and were captivated by Argentina, its people, the food and, of course, the countryside of which we saw so much. It truly was the trip of a lifetime. Thanks again to your clever team. Our minds are spinning - for all the right reasons.” - The James Family.

Contact a member of our team to plan the trip of a lifetime.

06/06/2024

PSA: Last chance to get a saddle on the coveted Patagonia Trail with the one and only

Join Jakob and Daisy on a rare 5-night horseback adventure. 24-29 November, 2024.

Think cabins and cosy safari tents, jaw-dropping Andean scenery by day + piping chimneys and fire-cooked delights by night. Combine your journey with the Argentine Polo Open.

Contact the team today to secure your space.

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28/05/2024

It’s all about the people. From the streets of Havana to the beaches of Baracoa.