Andes and Amazon Overland Adventure

  Argentina

• All Other Regions of Argentina: 
Mendoza,  Salta

  Bolivia

• Other Cities in Bolivia: 
La Paz

  Chile

• Santiago: 
Santiago
• All Other Areas in Chile: 
La Serena

  Ecuador

• Quito: 
Quito
• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Banos,  Tena,  Otavalo,  Rural Areas

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco
• Lima: 
Lima
• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Pisco,  Arequipa,  Puno,  Ollantaytambo,  Sacred Valley of the Incas,  Amantani Island,  Machu Picchu,  Incan ruins,  Ica

Dates: Departs most months between February and November

Description: Explore the dense Amazon Jungle, follow the footsteps of the Incas to the mysterious ruins of Machu Picchu, stay overnight with a local family on Lake Titicaca and experience the vastness of the uninhabited Salt Flats of Uyuni. An unforgettable and action packed 53 day adventure, travelling by overland truck through some of the most diverse landscapes in South America.

Chile:
Pacific Ocean - towns and stunning beaches

May to Sept trips (via Chile)
Atacama Desert & San Pedro - experience this oasis town & beautiful barren moonscape & the option of astronomer guided stargazing.
Valley of the Moon - salt lakes, volcanoes, as well as stone age dwellings.
Pan American Highway and Pacific Ocean coastline with stunning beaches; and the famous 'Hand in the Sand' Sculpture.

Oct to April trips (via Argentina)
Cafayate and Mendoza, - wine growing region visiting wineries by bicycle or tandem paragliding from the Andes.

Argentina:
Salta - founded over 400 years ago and a great place for live music, mountain biking, mountain trekking, horse riding and river rafting.
Humahuaca Canyon and Purmamarca

Bolivia:
Tupiza - follow in the steps of Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid.
Uyuni Salt Lake - take a 1 day excursion out onto the vast salt flats.
Potosi - Silver & Tin mines - the opportunity to enter a working mine where techniques have remained unchanged for centuries.
Altiplano - drive across this wild and barren landscape.
La Paz - highest capital city in the world, visit the colourful witches market!

Peru :
Floating reed islands - home to the Uros Indians - explore Titicaca by boat & spend a night with one of the local families.
Puno - Lake Titicaca - the world's highest navigable lake at 3800 mtrs.
Cuzco (our base for the next week)
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu - 4 day hike on the Lares, Classic or Salcantay trail.
Machu Picchu - finally on day 4 we reach the famous UNESCO World Heritage site - entrance and guide included.

Traverse mountainous passes of nearly 5000 mtrs within sight of active volcanoes
Colca Canyon - accompanied by a local guide, you have the opportunity to view the majestic condors, which can be seen circling lazily on the thermals rising from the canyon floor.
Arequipa - a magnificent colonial city with authentic Peruvian nightlife.
Ascend the Andes mountain range and drive past grazing Llama, Alpaca and Vicuna
Nazca Lines - huge figures and shapes carved into the stony desert, best viewed from the air.
Dune Buggies & Sandboarding on the giant dunes out in the desert. BBQ and camp overnight under the stars.
Ica Desert & Oasis of Huacachina - visit a local winery & taste Pisco, the national drink.
Ballestas Islands - a boat trip takes us up close to the Islands which are bursting with exotic & rare marine wildlife.

Lima - the capital city with many plazas and museums and great local seafood (Ceviche).
Chan Chan ruins - built by the pre-Inca Chimu kings, it's the largest mud brick city in the world.
Punta Sal & Pacific Ocean coast - camp on sandy deserted beaches play volleyball and have a BBQ.

Ecuador:
Banos - a spa town where Ecuadorians go to relax in the thermal baths and hike the various mountain trails by foot or horseback plus the opportunity to go canyoning!
Rio Napo - gateway into the steamy Amazon Jungle - by motorised canoe we access our jungle camp where we spend two or three nights to view the exotic wildlife - our guide will show us examples of medicinal, edible and hallucinogenic plants.
Tena - jungle town and where we can go white water rafting on Upper Napo River.
Papallacta - thermal pools and stunning volcanic scenery.
Otavalo - a small market town famous for its colourful arts & crafts.
Quito, the capital.

Travel is in our own purpose built expedition vehicles which carry up to 23 travellers. The group has an active involvement in the day to day running of the trip by getting stuck in to various tasks whether it be cooking meals over the campfire, setting up camp or keeping the truck clean. Therefore, helping and participating with your group in the unexpected as well as partying and having a good time are essential ingredients! Our driver and tour leader will help you get the most out of your trip.

The price includes travel in our custom built overland truck, accommodation (a mix of camping and basic hotels/hostels), services of two crew, approx. 50% of meals and some excursions. (Price does not include flights).

Highlights: Atacama Desert/Argentine wineries (depending on season)
Salta - river rafting, horse riding, mountain trekking & live music
Tupiza - Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid
Uyuni Salt Flats
Potosi silver mines
Bolivian altiplano
La Paz
Lake Titicaca
Cuzco
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Inca Trail
Machu Picchu
Colca Canyon
Nazca Lines
Ica Desert
Chan Chan ruins
Banos
Amazon Jungle
Otavalo traditional market

Cost in US$: 2790

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 23

Application Process Involves:

• Other

Oasis Overland's Mission Statement: The Oasis Overland philosophy is to provide excellent value for money trips for budget-conscious travellers without compromising their experiences, using quality vehicles, equipment and crew.

Year Founded: 1997