Destinations & Routes
Routes, destinations and roads across South America — from the northeastern coast to Patagonia, from the Pantanal to the Andes. Overlanders need to understand that each region has its own personality, geography and rhythm. Here we cover what matters for those who want to ride.
Articles
Foz do Iguacu by Car: The Falls and the Triple Border
Foz do Iguacu by car: the drive, both sides of the falls, and the border paperwork for Argentina and Paraguay, for anyone driving their own vehicle.
August 13, 2026
Paraguay by Car: How to Cross the Border and the Route to Asunción
Paraguay by car: cross the border at Foz do Iguaçu, the documents to drive, and the route from Ciudad del Este to Asunción along Ruta 2.
August 11, 2026
Chapada dos Veadeiros by Car: A Route Through the Cerrado
Chapada dos Veadeiros by car from Brasília: Alto Paraíso, São Jorge, Vale da Lua and the waterfalls. How to get there, when to go and what to expect from the cerrado.
August 9, 2026
Lençóis Maranhenses by Car: A Route Through Maranhão
Lençóis Maranhenses by car: São Luís to Barreirinhas, the lagoons, dunes and Preguiças River. How to get there, when to go and what to expect from the park.
August 5, 2026
Bonito by Car: A Route Through the Waters of Mato Grosso do Sul
A road trip to Bonito from Campo Grande: snorkeling the crystal-clear rivers, the Gruta do Lago Azul and Buraco das Araras, plus when to go and how booking works.
August 2, 2026
Costa Verde by Car: From Angra dos Reis to Paraty
A road trip along the Rio-Santos: from Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande to colonial Paraty and Trindade beach, with the best stops and the season to go.
July 30, 2026
Serra Gaucha by Car: From Gramado to the Vale dos Vinhedos
A road trip through the Serra Gaucha: from Gramado and Canela to the wineries of the Vale dos Vinhedos, with the best stops, roads and the season to go.
July 26, 2026
Praia do Cassino: Driving the Beach Crossing to Chuí
Drive the world's longest beach: Praia do Cassino to Chuí, over 200 km of sand. Tides, 4x4, landmarks and how to prepare for the crossing.
July 23, 2026
Pantanal by Car: A Route Along the Transpantaneira
How to drive Brazil's Pantanal along the Transpantaneira: jaguars, caimans and macaws by the roadside, the best season and what vehicle you really need.
July 19, 2026
Jalapão by Car: A Route Through the Springs of Tocantins
How to explore Jalapão by car: fervedouros, white dunes, waterfalls and golden grass in Tocantins. What to expect from the roads, when to go and how to prepare.
July 16, 2026
Serra da Canastra by Car: A Route Through the National Park
Drive Serra da Canastra: the source of the Sao Francisco River, the Casca D'Anta waterfall, dirt roads and the famous artisanal Canastra cheese.
July 12, 2026
Chapada Diamantina by Car: Route Through Lencois and Mucuge
A complete driving route through Chapada Diamantina: Lencois, Pai Inacio, Vale do Capao, Mucuge, Igatu and the blue caves of Bahia.
July 9, 2026
Colombia by Car: Route From Ecuador to Cartagena Through the Interior
Drive Colombia from the Ecuador border to Cartagena: Las Lajas, Popayan, San Agustin, the Tatacoa Desert, Medellin, Guatape and the Caribbean coast.
July 5, 2026
Peru Overland by Car: Cusco, Titicaca, Arequipa and Bolivia
An overland car itinerary through Peru: Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu, Arequipa and Colca Canyon, with altitude and acclimatization tips.
June 21, 2026
Uruguay by Car: Full Coastal Route From Chuy to Colonia del Sacramento
The complete Uruguay coastal route by car, from the Chuy border to Colonia del Sacramento: Punta del Diablo, Cabo Polonio, Jose Ignacio, Punta del Este and Montevideo.
June 17, 2026
Carretera Austral by Car: Full Route With Ferries and Without
A complete Carretera Austral self-drive guide: Puerto Montt to Villa O'Higgins with ferries, and the ferry-free version entering via Argentina. Distances, stops and tips.
June 3, 2026
Atacama Desert Self-Drive: A Road Trip Through Chile
A self-drive itinerary through Chile's Atacama Desert: San Pedro, Valley of the Moon, geysers, altiplanic lagoons and the crossing to Bolivia or Argentina.
May 29, 2026
How to Drive to Ushuaia From Brazil: 3 Routes
Three routes to drive from Brazil to Ushuaia, with must-do stops, estimated time and real tips for each path.
May 23, 2026
Salar de Uyuni Self-Drive: Southwest Bolivia Route
How to drive the Salar de Uyuni and southwest Bolivia in your own vehicle: itinerary, borders, altitude and what to adjust on the vehicle before going up.
May 17, 2026
Northern Argentina: 10-Day Itinerary Salta, Jujuy, Cafayate
A 10-day itinerary through northern Argentina by car: Salta, Jujuy, Cafayate, Humahuaca and Purmamarca, with stops, stages and what to adjust before leaving.
May 12, 2026
Ruta 40 Argentina: Complete Road Trip Guide by Car
How to drive Argentina's Ruta 40: section by section, essential stops, the best season, the ideal vehicle and what to adjust before hitting the road.
May 9, 2026
Patagonia Road Trip: 30-Day Itinerary Argentina and Chile
A complete 30-day Patagonia road trip through Argentina and Chile: what to see, when to go, which border to use and what to adjust on the vehicle.
May 3, 2026
Rota Biker: Brazil's Motorcycle Monument Trail
Rota Biker is a Brazilian motorcycle tourism movement started in 2023, with 40+ monuments across Brazil and Paraguay. Each one becomes a rider's stop, and GT has them all mapped.
April 29, 2026
Overlanding in Brazil: 5 Best Destinations for Beginners
Five beginner-friendly overlanding destinations in Brazil: Serra Gaucha, Jalapao, Bonito, Serra da Canastra and Lencois Maranhenses. What to expect and how to pick your first.
April 29, 2026