Knowmad Adventures

03/26/2025

Summer is filled with family celebrations, sports games, camps, and cookouts—but when do we actually pause? The best breaks happen when you leave it all behind and explore together.

From wildlife adventures in the Galapagos to stargazing on Easter Island, South America is full of incredible summer escapes:

📍 Galapagos & Ecuador: Perfect weather + active marine life
📍 Peru: Epic landscapes, rich culture & world-class food
📍 Argentina & Brazil: Safari in the Pantanal & Iguazu Falls without the crowds
📍 Chile: The magic of Easter Island & Atacama’s surreal beauty

Start planning your adventure with Knowmad!

Explore the best South America trips for summer break—start planning your adventure with Knowmad today and create your ideal summer getaway!

03/22/2025

Saddle up for an unforgettable day at Estancia La Bandada! Experience Argentina's rich gaucho culture with horseback riding, a traditional asado, and breathtaking countryside views.

03/21/2025

Looking for privacy and space in stunning surroundings? South America's private villas and boutique hotels—set in remote wilderness, vast vineyards, or secluded islands—offer the perfect escape. These unique properties provide an ideal setting for relaxing, adventuring, and savoring incredible cuisine, all while enjoying endless wilderness in your private casita or cabin. Check out a collection of our favorite South America private villas & boutique hotels.

A collection of the most incredible South American private villas, private hotels, boutique hotels, luxury villas, and full-service vacation rentals.

03/20/2025

🍂 Autumn arrives in South America 🍂

March 20 marks the first day of fall in the Southern Hemisphere, bringing crisp air, changing light, and seasonal shifts across South America. In Patagonia, golden forests begin to glow, and the landscapes take on a whole new beauty. It’s a stunning time to explore as nature transforms.

Thinking about your next adventure? Let Knowmad plan your perfect South American journey!

Photo: Los Huemules Reserve, Patagonia, Argentina

03/19/2025

Machu Picchu, a New Wonder of the World, offers a glimpse into the rich Inca history. To fully experience this iconic site, consider adding a day hike. Check out our blog post for details on three incredible hikes—Huchuy Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, and Huayna Picchu—and find out which one’s the best fit for your adventure.

Plan your Machu Picchu visit with expert tips and explore the best Machu Picchu day hikes for stunning views and a unique perspective of the site.

03/18/2025

Share Your Adventure & Win a Free Stay at Clos Apalta Wine Lodge!

For 15 years, Knowmad Adventures has had the privilege of creating innovative, sustainable travel experiences in South America. Our greatest joy? Seeing your incredible journeys come to life.

Now, we’re inviting YOU to share your adventure with us—not just for a chance to win, but to help support Knowmad, a small family business that’s passionate about meaningful travel. Your stories inspire others to experience South America in a truly authentic way.

As a thank you, you could win a 3-night, full-board stay at Clos Apalta, our favorite Chilean wine lodge. Enjoy vineyard bike rides, sunsets from your private villa, and world-class food and wine—all on us!

HOW TO ENTER:

1️⃣ Follow on Facebook or Instagram
2️⃣ Share a photo (or more!) + a short story from your Knowmad trip�
3️⃣ Tag in your post

You, our travelers, are the heart and soul of Knowmad. Your stories inspire others to explore South America with purpose. We can’t wait to see where your adventures have taken you!

Giveaway ends April 30, 2025. The drawing will occur on May 5, 2025. The prize is redeemable for three years from the drawing date (May, 2028) and does not include transportation to or from Clos Apalta. Other terms and conditions apply.

03/14/2025

Lose yourself in the wild beauty of South America, where every journey leads to something extraordinary.

Grey Glacier - Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

03/13/2025

Trying to choose the best Peruvian Amazon River cruise? With so many options, it can be overwhelming. What’s perfect for one traveler might not suit another. That’s why Knowmad Adventures specializes in custom trips tailored just for you. Check out our Amazon cruise comparison to explore the top choices and key differences between them!

A cruise is one of the best ways to explore the Amazon. Learn about the best Peruvian Amazon river cruises to know which is right for you.

03/11/2025

Thank you, Dale and Ellen, for sharing your incredible photos with us! We're so glad you had a great time on your custom Chile trip with Knowmad. The landscapes are stunning, and your photos truly capture the spirit of your adventure!

03/08/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – GRAND PRIZE 🏆

We’re excited to feature the grand prize winner of our 2024 photo contest!

📍 Antarctica
📸 Bob & Linda, Prior Lake, MN | Custom Antarctica & Chile Trip

“WOW, while in Antarctica we went on zodiac excursions twice a day, sometimes to an island to see penguins or seals or old research cabins/houses or sometimes we cruised around to look at icebergs, whales, volcanos. One afternoon we happened to be in a zodiac with a marine biologist as our guide. Lots of “ologists” on staff – geologists, ornithologist, volcanologist….Not only did we see amazing landscapes and animals we learned so so much from the staff. That truly enriched our experience.”
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Bob and Linda spent three weeks exploring Antarctica, Torres del Paine, the Chilean Lakes District, and even found time to visit Santiago. Despite a weather delay on their return, they embraced it as a “bonus day” in Antarctica. Their adventurous spirit and stunning photos inspire us all to keep traveling and learning. Congratulations on your Grand Prize win, Bob and Linda!

03/07/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Portrait Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Portrait category of our photo contest!

📍 Valparaíso, Chile
📸 Laura, Edina, MN | Custom Chile & Argentina Trip

“As we were walking to dinner in Valparaíso, I saw an “heladero” struggling to push his cart up the hill. I asked him if he needed help using what limited Spanish I had, and sprung into action immediately when he told me he did. After enlisting my dad to help push, we finally managed to get him up to a less-steep part of the hill, where we said goodbye for the night. Though I expected that would be the only part of that memory, we saw him the following morning during our tour of the city, where I captured this picture of us. While he was walking away, he told me to stay in his life, and I believe that in having this picture, I have.”

Stay tuned as we will soon reveal the Grand Prize Winner! Check out all the winning photos on our website.

03/05/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Cityscape Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Cityscape category of our photo contest!

📍 Valparaíso, Chile
📸 Francesca, Tustin, CA | Custom Chile Trip

“Our 10-year-old daughter admiring one of the many beautiful murals in the colorful old town of Valparaíso, Chile.”

Stay tuned, as we have one more winner to announce before revealing the Grand Prize Winner! Check out all the winning photos on our website.

03/04/2025

A journey to Antarctica is unlike any other—towering blue glaciers, untouched wilderness, and incredible marine wildlife. But with so many expedition options, how do you choose the best cruise for you?

Knowmad Trip Specialist Krista breaks down vessel choices, key factors to consider, and how to navigate logistics for this remote destination—all while helping you find the best savings.

What is the best Antarctica cruise for me? Knowmad travel experts break it down: Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia & the Falklands, or Antarctic Circle.

03/03/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Flora Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Flora category of our photo contest!

📍 Sierra Chincua Sanctuary, Mexico
📸 Peter, Saint Paul, MN | Custom Mexico Trip

“After a long but beautiful walk up the trail, we were met with thousands of butterflies in the air, on the ground, and in the trees. I like this one because of the single monarch in the air and all the others on the branches. They stand out much better against a blue sky than they do against a forest of dark green."

Stay tuned as we reveal more winners in the coming days, leading up to the Grand Prize Winner! See all the winning photos by visiting our website.

03/01/2025

On World Compliment Day, we want to highlight and celebrate the amazing people who make Knowmad Adventures so special—our dedicated team, clients, followers, and supporters. Your curiosity, passion for exploration, and love for nature, culture, and adventure are truly inspiring!

You are the heart of everything we do, and we’re grateful for the energy and enthusiasm you bring to this community. Thank you for making our journey as exciting and meaningful as the ones we share together.

02/28/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Adventure Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Adventure category of our photo contest!

📍 Ecuador
📸 Suzette, South Pasadena CA | Custom Ecuador Trip

“My husband decided to take a deep dive to get a better look at the bottom of the ocean. I was not capable of this so I just took his picture. He was inspired by the beauty of the flora and fauna in the ocean.”

Stay tuned as we reveal more winners in the coming days, leading up to the Grand Prize Winner! See all the winning photos by visiting our website.

02/27/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Culture Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Culture category of our photo contest!

📍 Cusco, Peru
📸 Anne & Jeff, Bellevue Hill, NSW | Custom Chile and Peru Trip

"Local weaving, Cusco.”

In Cusco, Peru, artisans craft vibrant textiles using ancient weaving techniques, often incorporating symbols that represent the Andean worldview and natural elements.

Stay tuned as we reveal more winners in the coming days, leading up to the Grand Prize Winner! See all the winning photos by visiting our website.

02/24/2025

🏆 Photo Contest Winner – Wildlife Category 🏆

We’re excited to feature the first-place winner in the Wildlife category of our photo contest!

📍 Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
📸 Eric, Beaufort, SC | Custom Chile Trip

"A puma out for a stroll in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. It was a beautiful day with fresh fallen snow. We were out on the road looking for wildlife photo opportunities when this beautiful puma appeared. We all stayed in our vehicle so as not to disturb her. We were too excited to do much more than just observe, however I was able to take a few pictures.”

Stay tuned as we reveal more winners in the coming days, leading up to the Grand Prize Winner! See all the winning photos by visiting our website.