Lonely Planet South America on a Shoestring

...the backpacker's bible...THE DAILY MAIL (UK)The difference is in the detailsLOS ANGELES TIMESChallenging? Check. Rewarding? Beyond your wildest dreams. South America is made for travel - the grip¬ping, spine-tingling, adrenaline-charged type of travel you live for. Trek the Cordillera Blanca, glide along the Amazon, explore lost cities and samba up a storm. For backpackers, by backpackers, this best-selling, unbeatable guide gives you the tools you need to create your own adventure.- GET OFF THE TRAIL - emerging hot-spots, overlooked attractions, alternatives to THE Inca TRAIL - our authors go beyond THE obvious, and show you how to do THE same- LIVE ON THE EDGE - THE best spots for hiking, skiing, diving, surfing, rafting, paragliding and other thrills- STRAIGHT TALK - opinionated reviews ensure you won't waste a precious peso- TREAD LIGHTLY - make a positive impact with sustainable-travel tips and volunteering opportunities