Wonderful news out of South America is that Ecuador is ready and waiting to welcome your guests. Chile, Argentina and Peru remain closed to tourists with sporadic domestic and international travel for repatriation purposes permitted only. The below table is a summary on our destinations of operation in South America.
Country | Int. Borders | On Arrival | |
Argentina | Closed | – | |
Chile | Closed | Quarantine 14 days | |
Ecuador | Open | – | |
Peru | Closed | – |
Eager to get your guests travelling? Keep tabs on which of our destinations of operation are open to international travellers here.
Additionally, bookmark the following useful reference for the latest Travel Advisories from Global Rescue – our travel insurance provider
The largest airline in South America is gradually resuming its operations, with new protocols and safety standards.
International flights to:
Countries with actives domestic flights:
Are your guests looking for private charters, hotels buyout opportunities, more ‘travel bubble’ itineraries on a sealed circuit within South America? With all these options at our fingertips, contact us for more information or stay tuned to our next Travel Update for finer details on these exciting opportunities.
Given our size, scale and financial strength (as both an on-site and lodge operator), andBeyond is able to provide important tools and support to assist you in navigating these uncertain times.
Since the release of the original revised terms and conditions on COVID-19, &Beyond is committed to monitoring and amending our approach to travel, providing your guests both flexibility and security. Our revised terms and conditions apply to the lodges in the andBeyond portfolio, in Africa and South America as well as andBeyond or managed services in Asia, Africa and South America.
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We can guarantee, (where the full itinerary is booked with us), that the trip will be able to travel even though it may not be the itinerary originally booked. If a product originally quoted is not able to render the service at time of travel, then we will find an alternative. Please speak to us directly regarding our promise on advanced commission payments.
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Going above and beyond, it’s what you and your guests have come to know and expect from us.
Delivering the extraordinary, by offering a tailor-made adventure that often pre-empts your guests’ wants and needs, is part and parcel of our DNA. And it goes without saying that we endeavour to uphold this, even during the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19.
Our stringent South America protocols are consistent with the rest of the &Beyond brand which also spans Africa & Asia.
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It’s important that you get the latest information from reputable sources. The World Health Organisation’s Situation Reports are our resources for all things COVID-19 related.
Ecuador has opened its borders and COVID-19 protocols to enter are the following:
Casa Gangotena, the only Relais & Chateaux hotel in Quito, has been named as the #1 City Hotel in Central and South America by the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine in the World’s Best 2020 awards.
Applies only for reservations and travel before 15 December 2020
Golden Galápagos Cruises are offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience on board a private charter for friends and family. Offer also includes one night at Illa Hotel and a transfer to the airport, with savings up to USD 15 000 on a full charter. Book before 30 Sept 2020, for travel before 31 March 2021.
If you book and confirm a trip in September 2020, you will receive a 20% discount. Applicable for travel in 2021 too. Specific dates may apply.
Ankonda Amazon Cruises are maintaining their 2020 rates in 2021. Flexible terms and conditions for bookings apply due to COVID-19. What’s more… if you book before 31 October 2020, your guests will receive a 20% discount. Watch the video below to get a taste of this incredible experience.
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The Amazon Rainforest needs no introduction as images of emerald green vegetation and bright colourful parrots flash to mind at first mention. What is less known about this famous tropical forest that covers 40% of South America, is that while Ecuador houses a mere 2% of the Amazon, it is considered one of the most species-rich sections of it. What is the best way to explore this exquisite Ecuadorian paradise…?
Well, let us show you!
Brand Manager, Andrew Nicholson, shares his first-time visit to the Galápagos Islands
In 1835, a 26-year-old exploring naturalist by the name of Charles Darwin landed on the shores of a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, some 1 000 km (620 miles) west of the mainland. Interestingly, this archipelago, now known as the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands, was never directly connected to Ecuador…
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Chilean Government to propose dates of border opening, protocols and requirements by mid-September. Quarantine may not be required, however, one would need a negative PCR on arrival and a valid passport.
Your guests can can enjoy the luxury of privacy at &Beyond Vira Vira in the Hacienda and immerse themselves in one destination for longer, with minimal interaction with staff and other guests. We like to call in Slow Travel. This is the ultimate ‘travel bubble’ experience. Strict COVID-19 safety lodge protocols already in place.
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Join General Manager Gregory Franc on a tour of our beautiful lodge, created specially for you during lockdown
Managing Director for South America, Pedro Barraza, reveals his favourite Chilean escapes and hidden gems in Santiago.
The &Beyond Vira Vira family delivered fresh produce to help support local Mapuche families in need during the pandemic.
The principal airline of Argentina launched their protocols to commence flying inside the country. The protocols follow international standards and those of the Ministry of Health of the Argentine Nation. Aerolineas Argentinas as members of the SkyTeam alliance are part of the SkyCare & Protect initiative.
Luciana Rial was born and raised in Buenos Aires. Passionately dancing for 28 years and teaching for 24, her dance has explored diverse cultures and taught others the richness of her own. Having trained dancers throughout Europe and various countries around Latin America, her studio, and heart will always be in the world capital of the tango.
Her philosophy is that anyone can dance once they understand the message behind the tango, a blend of sadness and sensuality.
Peru has been selected to join the “Mapping Nature for People and Planet” Project, which will use geospatial data to identify Essential Life Support Areas (ELSAs). ELSAs are defined as areas that together conserve critical biodiversity and provide humans with essential ecosystem services, such as carbon storage, food, fresh water, water filtration, and disaster risk reduction.
Cusco is in the process of elevating the health control system, in several provinces, which involves the Cusco-Sacred Valley of the Incas corridor and Machu Picchu. For borders to open they need to ensure strict preventive measures, a serious screening process, molecular testing and a diagnosis.
The Amazon is the most biodiverse place on the planet with treasures that amaze the scientific world. The fossil of a 13 million-years-old lower hindlimb bone of a ground sloth bearing 46 tooth marks, found in Loreto region has opened a portal to the past and provides insight into the evolution of their ancestral ecosystems such as the diet of the giant caiman Purussaurus before reaching adulthood.
The National Geographic magazine shared an article on the discovery of a 500-year-old Inca offering in Lake Titicaca, noting that it sheds light on Inca religion and ritual. The discovery – published in the journal Antiquity – was made by an international team of archaeologists as they conducted an underwater survey of the lake. According to the publication, during the inspection they recovered an offering box made of andesite, a local volcanic stone, which was lying on a reef some 18 feet below the surface of the lake.