EP-229 Top 10 South American Treks for Your Next Adventure

Thinking about escaping the cold this winter? Look south! In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Richard is joined by Nadine — fresh back from maternity leave — to count down the 10 best treks in South America. These are the adventures most loved and most booked on Ten Adventures, mixed with a few insider favorites that pack an unforgettable punch. From the rugged peaks of Patagonia to the cultural wonders of Peru and the hidden gems of Bolivia and Colombia, this episode is full of inspiration for your next big adventure. Whether you’re looking for a guided trek, a challenging circuit, or a once-in-a-lifetime view of Machu Picchu, there’s something here for every hiker. 🥾 The Top 10 Treks in South America Here are the trails discussed in the episode (with links to start planning your own trek): Lost City Trek – Colombia 👉 Colombia Hiking Tours 👉 Lost City Trek Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek – Peru 👉 Peru Hiking Tours 👉 Peruvian Andes Tours 👉 Ausangate & Rainbow Mountain + Machu Picchu Chimborazo Summit – Ecuador 👉 Ecuador Hiking Tours 👉 Climb Chimborazo Salkantay Trek – Peru 👉 Peru Hiking Tours 👉 Machu Picchu Tours 👉 Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Trekking Ecuador’s Volcanoes 👉 Ecuador Hiking Tours 👉 Trekking the Avenue of the Volcanoes W Trek – Torres del Paine, Chile 👉 Chile Hiking Tours 👉 Torres del Paine Tours 👉 W Trek Torres del Paine 👉 Self-Guided W Trek Inca Trail – Peru 👉 Peru Hiking Tours 👉 Machu Picchu Tours 👉 Classic Inca Trail (Private) Cordillera Real Trek – Bolivia 👉 Bolivia Hiking Tours 👉 Cordillera Real Trek Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit Trek – Peru 👉 Peru Hiking Tours 👉 Peruvian Andes Tours 👉 Huayhuash Trek 👉 Short Huayhuash Tour O Circuit – Torres del Paine, Chile 👉 Chile Hiking Tours 👉 Torres del Paine Tours 👉 Self-Guided O Circuit 👉 O Circuit Torres del Paine Tour About Us 🌍 10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄 Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨ To learn more, visit 🌐 Or contact us at Also, you can check one of our local tours at

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This episode is 36:30 long.

This episode was published on Aug 24, 2025.

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