Exotic Landscapes, Timeless Culture, and Romance That Feels Like Adventure
From high-altitude cities and Amazonian retreats to wine valleys and colorful coastlines, South America is a treasure trove of honeymoon possibilities. If you’re craving something bold, soulful, and entirely unforgettable, these 10 destinations offer unique, off-the-beaten-path romance unlike anywhere else in the world.
Why it’s unique: Towering glaciers, turquoise lakes, and endless skies make Patagonia the ultimate wilderness escape.
Perfect for: Adventure-loving couples who dream of hiking, horseback riding, and cozying up in a remote lodge by a roaring fire.
Why it’s unique: With cobbled streets, colorful buildings, and Caribbean breezes, Cartagena is one of South America’s most enchanting coastal cities.
Perfect for: Couples who want history, music, luxury, and tropical heat all wrapped into one magical destination.
Why it’s unique: The driest desert on Earth offers surreal landscapes, salt flats, and the clearest stargazing skies in the world.
Perfect for: Couples looking for stillness, spa luxury, and jaw-dropping sunrises over a red rock horizon.
Why it’s unique: South America’s hidden wine region is full of boutique vineyards, colonial estates, and gourmet experiences.
Perfect for: Wine lovers seeking quiet countryside, vineyard picnics, and sunset horseback rides through the vines.
Why it’s unique: This 17th-century coastal town blends cobbled charm with lush mountains and remote island beaches.
Perfect for: Couples who want boat rides, rainforest treks, and romantic evenings in colonial pousadas (guesthouses).
Why it’s unique: Mirror-like salt flats stretch to the horizon, offering once-in-a-lifetime views (and photos) especially during the rainy season.
Perfect for: Adventurous duos ready for a high-altitude honeymoon like no other—truly out of this world.
Why it’s unique: See giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, and volcanic landscapes on one of the most biologically unique archipelagos on Earth.
Perfect for: Couples who love wildlife, water adventures, and nature-focused luxury.
Why it’s unique: Backdropped by snow-capped mountains, this wine capital offers laid-back elegance, Malbec tastings, and boutique lodging.
Perfect for: Couples who love culinary experiences, mountain air, and slow, sensual days.
Why it’s unique: This bohemian port city is filled with street art, colorful staircases, and creative soul.
Perfect for: Creative couples looking for unique stays, funky cafes, and rooftop views over the Pacific.
Why it’s unique: Float down winding rivers, fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle, and explore the biodiversity of the planet’s green heart.
Perfect for: Couples who want something wild, intimate, and deeply connected to nature.