Are you looking to surprise your partner with an unforgettable experience? Consider exploring some of the most enchanting romantic destinations in South America. Travel not only creates lasting memories but also strengthens the bond between couples. With Good Life Expeditions, you can embark on a journey to some of the most romantic spots, ensuring a trip filled with love and exploration.
1. Ausangate Lodge to Lodge: Trek Sacred Mountains in Cusco, Peru
One of the most captivating romantic destinations in Cusco, Peru, join us on an experience to traverse the Ausungate Mountains on a 5-day trek. Surrounded by panoramic mountain views, dotted with turquoise lagoons and snow-capped peaks, this journey is breathtaking.
Named after Apu Ausangate, the highest sacred mountain in the Cusco region, the breath-taking 5-day Ausangate lodge to lodge trek takes you through the Cordillera Vilcanota and some of the most pristine mountain ecosystems in the world. You’ll be accompanied by a caravan of llamas or horses, carrying your gear, owned by the local shepherds from the Chillca community, proud to share their ancestral land with you. Along the way, you’ll stay in mountain lodges called ‘tambos’ offering cozy, romantic accommodation, delicious regional meals using local ingredients, and even live entertainment with traditional music from the Andes.
Even better, if you want to share the love, we also offer an Ausangate Trek with Service Learning. This once-in-a-lifetime trip combines a lodge to lodge trek through beautiful Andean mountainscapes with two days of volunteering at a MEDLIFE Mobile Clinic in a local low-income community.
2. Buenos Aires, Capital of Argentina: A City of Passion
The capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires, is another fantastic option for couples seeking romance. Known for its vibrant tango scene and rich cultural heritage, the city exudes passion and charm. You can immerse yourselves in the local culture by taking a tango class together, which is not only fun but also an intimate way to connect.
Explore the picturesque neighborhoods of San Telmo and Palermo, where you can discover art galleries, boutique shops, and delightful dining options. Enjoy a romantic dinner at a traditional parrilla (steakhouse) and savor the flavors of Argentine cuisine. The city’s lively atmosphere and warm hospitality will make your experience truly memorable.
3. Galapagos Islands: Nature’s Paradise
While the Galapagos Islands may have been the source of Charles Darwin’s scientific inspiration, they also serve as an inspiring getaway for the nature-loving couple. Few places on earth have as much to offer in terms of natural beauty, rare wildlife, pristine ecosystems, and paradisiacal waters than the Galapagos Islands. The Enchanted Isles are filled with incredible sites that you and your loved one can explore.
Whether you opt for a luxury cruise like the M/Y Grace or an all-inclusive land package at Pikaia Lodge, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to share special moments with the love of your life. Take a nature hike or snorkel with sea creatures during the day, and watch the sunset over the ocean. Swim among schools of brightly colored fish as you snorkel off the coast of Santa Fe Island. Or, hike to the top of Pinnacle Rock – one of the most iconic Galapagos sites on Bartolome Island.
4. Paracas: Desert Oasis
While Paracas is filled with romantic possibilities – like a cruise around Ballesta Island or sunbathing on hidden white sand beaches – our top pick is a Desert Magic dinner. Spend the evening dining alone in the middle of gorgeous desert sand dunes at sunset. You and your loved one will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to the AdrenArena sand park. This sandy paradise is filled with breathtaking views, and sloping dunes hardly visited by travelers. Hop into an open-air dune buggy, and take off on a thrilling ride!
You’ll arrive at your private picnic site just in time to watch the sunset. As the light fades over the horizon, enjoy a cocktail before dining on delicious appetizers. Your hand-selected music will play in the background. Millions of stars will start to dot the night sky as you enjoy your evening in the desert.
Giving the gift of travel to romantic destinations is a beautiful way to strengthen your bond and create unforgettable memories. With options like Cusco, Peru, the passionate city of Buenos Aires, and the stunning landscapes of Cartagena and the Atacama Desert, your adventure awaits. Choose Good Life Expeditions to plan your romantic getaway, and discover the magic of travel together.