Do you have an extended period of time off work, or a career break? Planning your family adventure holiday to South America for several weeks or months, or have a solo extended holiday planned? Our luxury eco sabbatical holidays to South America are key to our sustainable travel goal; to slow travel.
Incredible views of Machu Picchu
A sabbatical holiday is a longer trip; giving you more time to explore a country, combine more destinations and get to know the area and its people and cultures better.
There are industries such as law and finance that reward long service with a sabbatical or career break. We have designed many slow travel holidays for guests who have longer to spend away; for luxury sabbaticals, or once-in-a-lifetime epic family adventures.
Sabbatical journeys mean less flying; seeing the real country in a slower more environmentally conscious way. More time in a region means more money goes back into the local community and more local people are employed. You can properly experience and appreciate a country when you are not moving on every few days; fall in love with local food and music, reach the lesser known spots, see the rarer breeds of birds, explore the markets that are for locals not tourists, experience peace, take the epic trekking routes that require longer.
Feel the thrill of a 4×4 in remote Argentina, see Machu Picchu away from the crowds, try boat and land combined safaris in the Galapagos to tick off all the wildlife on your wish list. There are real rewards for slow travel sabbatical holidays. Our bespoke South America sabbatical trips can include luxury hotels, eco lodges and bucket-list highlights; with longer trips away you don’t need to compromise on where to include and what to see.
No country in Latin America has managed to perfect the luxury sustainable travel experience quite as well as Chile. On this trip, you will stay at the finest lodges in the Atacama, Patagonia and Lake District, all of which often have sublime service, delicious food, and inclusive guided activities. Bookend the holiday in Chile with a 5-star boutique hotel in Santiago and a relaxed fine-dining wine lodge.
Begin this activity-focused itinerary in the Argentinian Lake District, where horse-riding, hiking and rafting are included at your charming hacienda. Continue to Southern Patagonia, visiting iconic Perito Moreno Glacier by kayak, and spending an exhilarating few days at a luxury inclusive wilderness lodge. End your luxury Argentina holiday by trekking and canoeing through Tierra del Fuego from Ushuaia; The Town at the End of The World.
Looking for adventure holidays to Argentina? Escape the crowds on this unique itinerary, visiting the country’s more tranquil natural wonders. Combine the wildlife hotspots of the Ibera Wetlands where you’ll see caiman, capybaras and howler monkeys, with coastal Patagonia, home to penguins, sea lions and guanacos. Continue south where you will stay at charming estancias, and explore glistening glaciers and snow-capped mountains, with opportunities for horse-riding, trekking, fishing, and enjoying the views with a traditional local barbeque and Argentinian wine.
Delve into the heart of Argentina on an extraordinary journey through its northern regions. Explore the breathtaking waterfalls and lush jungles of Iguazu and Macona, delve into the rich history of San Ignacio, and immerse yourself in the wildlife haven of Ibera.
Venture further into the high-altitude landscapes surrounding Salta, the cultural gem of Purmamarca, and the charming town of Cachi. Indulge in the flavours of the vineyards in Cafayate and embark on unforgettable drives across the mesmerising and secluded Puna region. This trip promises an adventure of epic proportions! If you’re seeking adventure travel in Argentina, this slow-paced trip ticks all the boxes.
Indulge in the ultimate travel experience on our luxury Argentina tours. Expect to be treated to complete comfort and exceptional VIP experiences. Dine behind closed doors and take a private river cruise in Buenos Aires. Stay at the country’s most luxurious eco-lodge at Iguazu Falls. Sample the finest gastronomy amongst the vineyards of Mendoza. Uncover Patagonia’s great outdoors from a unique 5-star wilderness estancia. And finish your Argentina luxury holiday at a plush gaucho retreat.
Starting from the Peru-Bolivia border at Lake Titicaca, spend a night at a charming lodge on Sun Island, where you can enjoy the peaceful traditional way of life against a beautiful backdrop. Continue via the fascinating capital, La Paz, to the otherworldly landscapes of the Altiplano.
Here you can stay in a hotel made from salt and a luxury dome perched directly on the Salt Flats, as you explore the most remarkable sites in the region. Finish back in La Paz, or continue by land to Chile.
Our best holiday to Colombia for variety and culture, this ‘Cities, Colour, Coffee and Caribbean’ holiday takes you on an exploration of the colours and vibrancy throughout the country. Explore the legendary coffee region, learning the bean-to-cup journey while sampling some of the world’s finest brews.
Stroll through the vibrant streets of Filandia and explore the bustling city of Medellin, known for its botanical gardens and fascinating recent history. Take in the lush landscapes of El Peñol, travel around via tuk-tuk, and hike through the diverse ecosystems of Tayrona National Park. Finally, enjoy some well-earned downtime on the Caribbean beaches of Rosario Islands for swimming and snorkelling.
Slow travel through Colombia on our hidden highlights eco holiday. Explore archaeological monuments and trek the Tatacoa desert to witness incredible starry skies with little to no light pollution.
For food lovers, experience the unique flavours of Popayan, a UNESCO-declared city of gastronomy. Do things differently by taking a street art tour to learn how talented local artists have turned tragedy into vibrant expressions of art and culture. Discover an abundance of landscapes, lagoons, mountains and nature on this unique holiday to Colombia.
Then, veer away from the well-trodden path to experience the more remote spots of this beautiful country. Learn about local traditions and find hidden treasures while staying in our favourite boutique lodges in Colombia.
See the Andean Condor up close, experience the Caribbean coast with no other soul in sight, discover the hidden beaches of Tayrona with your guide and explore Cartagena’s cultural and architectural secrets…all while staying in handpicked properties with 5* service, delicious food and local sustainability in mind. This trip offers one of the finest holidays in Colombia for those seeking culture, cuisine and adventure.
Combine luxury and adventure on this bespoke holiday to Colombia. Explore the culinary scene of Bogota at the Paloquemao Farmers Market before taking a colonial city tour including a VIP cable car ride. A salsa-lover’s paradise, you can get under the skin of Cali as your guide takes you to see world-famous salsa shows.
Holidays to Colombia are never complete without a visit to the coffee region, where we explore the Cocora Valley and quaint streets of Filandia. Visit colourful vibrant Medellin before experiencing a change of scenery at a renowned private wildlife reserve in Turbaco. Keep an eye out for Howler Monkeys and White-headed Titis.
Then it’s time for some luxury relaxation in Rosario Islands, where you can have a private boat trip and snorkel in clear waters trying the delicious daily catch.
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When going on a career break sabbatical, the last thing you want is to negatively impact the landscape and ecosystems you are there to admire and enjoy. That’s why at Travel Differently only work with sustainable, environmentally-conscious properties and partners.
Keeping in mind the climate emergency, our sabbatical holidays are all longer than 30 days to encourage clients to see more and travel for longer, reducing the need for multiple trips.
Many of our guests start their sabbatical holiday to South America from the UK, which involves flying a considerable distance. To promote sustainability and enhance the travel experience, our sabbatical holidays encourage you to stay for longer and travel slower, using land-based transport throughout the country where possible.
By allowing guests more time to immerse in multiple destinations, we aim to reduce emissions associated with additional flights. Further to this, we believe that embracing a slower approach to adventure travel sabbatical holidays enables you to fully relax and engage more in the destination, resulting in a more genuine, enjoyable and fulfilling experience.
One of our key aims for every sabbatical holiday to South America we offer is a commitment to fairer travel. We are sure to only work with partners who actively encourage and support local communities in the regions we visit, making sure that regional tourism benefits local people. Slow travel and longer sabbatical holidays ensure more local people are employed, and more money goes back in to the local area to benefit the region and its environment.
Our South America experts specialise in knowing how to travel better when it comes to luxury Sabbatical holidays. As well as our commitment to sustainability, we are passionate about designing fully personalised, unique tailor-made holidays.
We pride ourselves on getting to know each customer individually and offering direct contact with our founder. Our 5* reviews on our Trust Pilot page reflect our first class service. This ensures that every luxury sabbatical holiday is meticulously tailored and tweaked to match our clients distinct needs and interests. We don’t offer a generic, one-size-fits-all package or price, all our sabbatical holidays and career breaks are completely bespoke.
