South America on a shoestring

Scale Andean heights, explore endless Amazon rain forests, revel in the frenzy of a fiesta - whatever your passion, South America will work its spell on you. Brimming with travel secrets, this guide lets you tap into the Latin continent for the adventure of a lifetime.

• Go like a pro with advice from South American locals and experts who travel on your budget
• Jump in feet first - the lowdown on the continent's adrenaline rushes, including skiing, hang gliding, climbing and river rafting
• Find yourself with hundreds of the best travel maps on the planet
• Empower your peso - rock-bottom lodgings and restaurants that stretch your money to the max...with the occasional splurge!