LOST WORLD ADVENTURES

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With over 30 years helping adventurers just like you – whoever you are – Lost World Adventures will work with you to create the perfect custom travel experience.

Custom Luxury Tours to Central and South America

Looking for adventure on your travels, but also a bit of pampering at each day’s end? Hoping to get away from the guidebooks and gain a local’s insight into your destinations?

Most of all, are you wanting to travel at your own pace, with no lockstep herding by tour guides, and with the right amount of “you time” thrown in?

Relax. Lost World Adventures has got you covered.

Maybe you’re looking to stay in rustic eco-camps… or a historic boutique hotel. Maybe you’re drawn by the wildness of scaling a live volcano… or the sophistication of a gastronomic wine tour. Maybe you’re planning a crazy trip for the extended family… or a quiet honeymoon in a secluded paradise.

Whatever your interests, Lost World Adventures is here to turn imagination into reality.

Our local advisors are history experts who’ve trekked through Mayan ruins and Inca temples. They’re naturalists who’ve studied exotic flora and fauna in the heart of the Amazon. They’re foodies who’ve tracked down the best eateries in their city, from mom-and-pop home cooking to five-star fusion.

They’re here to listen as you plan your odyssey with us. And hey, the consultation’s free.

So whether you’re an outdoorsy explorer or a budding birdwatcher, an archaeology buff or just looking to soak up rays on the most beautiful beaches on the planet, you’ll find here the authentic, environmentally sustainable experience you’re looking for.

Why hesitate? The great world – your world – awaits.

Lost World Adventures provides custom luxury travel and tours to Central and South America – and beyond – for active and discerning travelers. All trips include expertly customized and personalized travel itineraries.

Featured Adventures

  • Eight days/seven nights that allows visitors to the beautiful country of Honduras to enjoy all of its natural wonders, including the Mayan ruins of Copan, Pico Bonito National Park, Cayos Cochinos. An optional trip while at The Lodge and Spa at Pico Bonito includes a snorkeling trip around the world's second longest barrier reef in Roatan Island.

  • Few destinations remain as profoundly wild as Guyana. Here, immense rainforests merge with sweeping savannahs, rivers carve through untouched wilderness, and nature continues its ancient rhythm largely uninterrupted. This 15-day expedition, crafted and operated by Lost World Adventures, reveals a country defined by both raw beauty and remarkable biodiversity—a place where adventure still feels authentic and discovery still feels real.

  • This immersive 9-day journey across Panama with Lost World Adventures traces the country’s defining contrasts—from the historic locks of the Panama Canal to the cloud forests of the Chiriquí Highlands and the secluded Pacific islands of Boca Brava.

  • This journey through Northern Peru combines the dramatic natural landscapes of the Andes with the legacy of ancient civilizations that predate the Incas. From the misty cloud forests surrounding Chachapoyas to the monumental fortress of Kuelap, travelers follow the trail of the enigmatic Chachapoya people—“the Warriors of the Clouds”—whose ruins still cling to mountain ridges above deep valleys.

  • Get ready for an extraordinary family adventure in the Galapagos Islands, a destination unlike any other on Earth! This incredible six-day itinerary is designed to immerse you in the stunning natural beauty and unique wildlife of this volcanic archipelago, all while ensuring comfort and unforgettable experiences for every member of your family.

  • Get a private insider's look at one of the top food & wine destinations in the world. Discover the many regions of Mendoza and savor the bold and balanced flavors of hundreds of high-end wines created from vineyards of the very distinctive terroir. Soak up the fabulous views the land offers while indulging your senses with the local cuisine.

Featured Hotels

  • Montaña de Fuego Eco Resort and Spa in La Fortuna, Costa Rica is a paradise where the sloths climb, the rainbow toucans fly and the evergreen rainforest is so captivating you won’t want to leave. Montaña de Fuego Eco Resort and Spa invites you to experience an authentic eco vacation in a hotel inspired by nature at the foot of the Arenal Volcano.

  • Close to the lively Cusco central square is Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco, a former monastery and national monument dating from 1592. This delightful Belmont Hotel combines its centuries-old charm and ambiance with luxury hotel service, inspired restaurants and boutique rooms and suites.

  • Find the peace, comfort, and value you’re looking for in a hotel near the San Jose Costa Rica airport. La Rosa de America is an an oasis of lush gardens and special amenities, close to the most beautiful and popular sights and attractions in and around the Central Valley, including Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Doka Coffee Plantation, and the ever-popular Zoo Ave.

  • The Hotel Fonda Vela is located in the heart of Monteverde, Costa Rica. The views of the Gulf of Nicoya from the hotel's 4,200 foot elevation are spectacular. Surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, buildings are an attractive part of the lush, tropical mountainside.

  • Located less than one hour from the San José (Juan Santamaria) Airport, the Peace Lodge in Vara Blanca, Costa Rica is the perfect place to begin or end your vacation. You don’t need to spend your first or last day in a city hotel. Please come spend them in the rain and cloud forest with us and still be close to the airport. We are also only 20 minutes from the Poás Volcano, another must see attraction in Costa Rica.

  • At Hotel Territorio in Puerto Madryn, Argentina - the style and professionalism of the staff together with the serenity and comfort of a building that recalls old sheep shearing sheds, come together for a perfect stay. Península Valdés, El Doradillo, Punta Tombo, Gaiman and Playa Unión are some of the most interesting places in the region and they provide an opportunity to enjoy unforgettable sights.

  • Set in a verdant garden, Miraflores Park, a Belmond Hotel, Lima is a true urban sanctuary beside Lima, Peru's cultural gems. Set in one of Lima's most fashionable areas, Miraflores Park, a Belmond Hotel, Lima is one of Lima's finest hotels. Renowned for its beautiful garden location beside the Pacific Ocean, it has breathtaking views out to sea.

  • Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa in Fortuna, Costa Rica offers a fabulous location with a natural viewpoint to the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. The hotel has 27 acres of undulating land, surrounded by two streams (La Palma and Kioro) with crystalline waters that begin to flow in the Arenal Volcano National Park. Private Thermal water surrounds exuberant gardens for guests´ pleasure.

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Client Reviews

Excellent customer service!

We recently traveled with Lost World Adventures to Chile and Argentina. We were very impressed with our experiences. First, my input when arranging the trip was followed exactly, in a professional manner. We planned to go to six different destinations, with the requisite tours/guides/accommodations set up beforehand. Everywhere we went we were met on time, by delightful guides, whose English was excellent. The tours and accommodations were great, and we really enjoyed our time.

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 crisis caught up with us towards the end of our trip, and this is where Andrew and his crew REALLY came through for us. He had been in touch with both us and the company he uses in Buenos Aires several times, while the crisis escalated. When it became apparent to them that we needed to leave Argentina and head home before the borders closed, he immediately texted us. Somehow they had arranged for us to be on a flight from Bariloche to Buenos Aires the next day (where we were then able to change our international flights home). Having seen the extremely long lines of people at the airlines’ offices that day — attempting to do that very thing — we were incredibly grateful that this had been booked for us. Once in Buenos Aires, we were met at the domestic airport and driven to the international one, while our guide waited with us, to make sure we were able to board our flight to Santiago. To us, this went above and beyond!

We plan to return to South America in two years, and we will certainly be booking with Lost World Adventures again. Many companies can book trips for you, but the hallmark of a great company is how they perform when trouble arises — and Lost World really stepped up.

Beverly B, Chile and Argentina

Lost World Adventures was a great travel agent for us.

I worked with Garvey to plan my dream trip to Patagonia. It was a two-week trip, we started in Buenos Aires, took the Australis cruise through the Tierra del Fuego fjords, visited Torres del Paine staying at the Explora Lodge and ended the trip in Santiago. All of the guides that Garvey arranged for excursions were excellent. Garvey managed the travel logistics between the different locations so that our experience in South America was seamless. Overall Lost World Adventures was a great travel agent for us. I had worked with this company previously for a trip to visit Angel Falls in Venezuela and hike the Machu Picchu trail in Peru, which was also fantastic..

Terra Smolker Samuels, Bucket list trip to Patagonia (Argentina + Chile)

First class all the way!

Andrew and his team set us up with the most amazing trip to Belize. We stayed in both the ecolodge at Chaa Creek and the beautiful beach front Victoria House. Both properties were amazing…. the service, food, drinks, accommodations and staff were first class all the way. From Mayan Ruins, to Howler monkeys, to caving experiences, to snorkeling the trip could not have better! We will be using Lost World Adventures for our next Central American trip!

Kat Donatello, Belize

The trip we took to Galapagos and Ecuador was fantastic.

The trip we took to Galapagos and Ecuador was fantastic. The local staff in Ecuador were fantastic including Edwin, Sabino and Victor. The trip was planned perfectly. My family of 6 had a wonderful time.

Dina Lebowitz, Galapagos & Ecuador

Lost World has planned several trips for us including Panama, Nicaragua, and Colombia, all well done and amazing.

This past month we went to Peru and Machu Picchu with the assistance of Andrew and Garrett. This will be one of our favorite destinations as Machu Picchu and the surrounding areas left me speechless in their mysterious beauty. We had 10 days in Peru, several locations, planes, trains, and automobiles, river rafting and many guided tours. Everything went like clockwork. I continue to be impressed with the quality of travel guides that Andrew partners himself with. These guides go above and beyond always, including transfers, by walking you to check in at the airport/train station/bus station and ensuring you get through security and/or on the correct transport. We had a cooking lesson from a Peruvian chef in his home! Stellar!

This was a trip of a lifetime and I want to thank both Garrett and Andrew for all their assistance in making this happen! If traveling to this part of the world, I highly recommend Lost World Adventures, I am already starting to plan our next adventure with them- Ecuador and the Galapagos!

Kris and Tim from Chicago, Peru

The trip went very well–it exceeded my expectations. Kudos to Lost World!

Certainly I have very good memories of Bolivia, and its people. Salar de Uyuni stands out of course– its sheer otherworldliness ensures that it would always be a highlight, and it was for me. But all the destinations were worthwhile and the variety of the attractions were impressive– chaotic and vibrant La Paz, idyllic Isla del Sol on beautiful Lake Titicaca, proud Potosi with Cerro Rico looming over the city, the blinding white vastness of Uyuni, the enjoyable drive from Uyuni to Potosi, with the changing amazing landscapes along the route, and last but not the least, the colonial city of Sucre, with its stately white washed churches and elegant courtyards.

I was especially happy I made a decision to stay a bit longer and end my trip in Sucre, a city I fell in love with. The guides were great, and all in all, the Bolivia trip was a wonderful experience.

Andrew M, Bolivia

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