South America Geography and Culture

Experience the vibrant culture and unique geography of South America on this incredible tour of Argentina and Brazil

Explore the incredible natural sites of Argentina and Brazil.

South America presents a variety of learning opportunities for schools. With a number of unique political, environmental and cultural challenges, it provides a backdrop for learning that encourages students to be empathetic, problem solve and understand more about global issues. 

Travel to Buenos Aires, El Calafate & Iguazu on this spectacular geography tour. Study the impressive natural formations that make this continent so spectacular - a marvel of the natural world. From glaciers to metropolitan cities, your students will learn about landforms, glacial retreat, gentrification and urban re-development in some of South America’s major cities. 

This tour can be customised to your unique classroom learning objectives. 

Trip highlights

  • Recoleta Walking Tour
  • Explore Tigre
  • Take lessons in Spanish cooking, local cuisine and Tango
  • Palermo Walking Tour
  • Go sightseeing around Buenos Aires
  • Iguazu Falls
  • Polo Experience

Trip inclusions

  • An all-inclusive package including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities
  • Our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze
  • Free travel for teachers
  • An EA tour representative on hand 24/7

Trip inclusions

  • An all-inclusive package including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities
  • Our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze
  • Free travel for teachers
  • An EA tour representative on hand 24/7

Trip highlights

  • Recoleta Walking Tour
  • Explore Tigre
  • Take lessons in Spanish cooking, local cuisine and Tango
  • Palermo Walking Tour
  • Go sightseeing around Buenos Aires
  • Iguazu Falls
  • Polo Experience

South America Geography trip itinerary

DAY 1: TRAVEL TO BUENOS AIRES
Depart home airport and fly to Buenos Aires.

DAY 2: RECOLETA WALKING TOUR
Welcome to Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires' most iconic and affluent neighborhoods. Our half-day walking tour will take you on a journey through this historic area, known for its beautiful architecture, art museums, and cemetery.

DAY 3:  SPANISH LESSON

Our day will start with a warm welcome from our instructor, who will guide us through a personalized lesson plan tailored to our individual needs and goals. We'll begin with an introduction to the basics of Spanish, including vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.

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What to expect on a geography and cluture trip to South America

Enjoy a fast paced tango in Buenos Aires and practice your Spanish language and cooking skills in private lessons. You will soak up language, music and great cuisine while expanding your knowledge of the Earth’s impressive natural formations.

Trip activities

Iguazu Falls on a school trip to South America
Spanish lessons on a school trip to Buenos Aires with Educating Adventures.
Buenos Aires city tour on an Educating Adventures school trip

Iguazu Falls

The Iguazu Falls are an impressive South American landmark, originating from the Iguazu River and located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. The Iguazu Falls are what divides the river of the same name into its upper and lower portions, a fact that has given rise to several myths and legends as to their origin. This river forms the boundary between Brazil and Argentina, making it a significant part of the political and geographical structure of the continent of South America.

Southern Buenos Aires City Tour

Spend today exploring LaBoca, San Telmo, and Retiro. La Boca is one of the most colourful and vibrant neighbourhood in Buenos Aires while San Telmo is known for its bohemian charm and architecture, and Retiro is the city's financial district. Today will give you a taste of all the different areas of Buenos Aires.

Spanish language learning

Learning a new language can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. A school trip to South America will help students master basic Spanish and provide opportunities to use their skills. Interacting with local host families and South American culture, students will be introduced to basic greetings and based on their own learning goals, have the opportunity to put their learning into a practical setting.

Teachers at Universal on their school trip

"As a result of this trip, we have three students considering picking up mechanical engineering at university, and a host of students considering STEM-related A-Levels. An action-packed, awe-inspiring week away. I can't wait to go back next year!"

Teacher
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace, NASA STEM Trip, October 2018

"I believe the memories created on an international school trip can drastically enhance a student's entire learning experience. Being immersed in real-life learning is the most powerful educational experiences one can gain."

Teacher
Grace Lutheran College, China Business Trip, September 2018

"The experience for us was personalised, accessible and our consultant was interested in us. This makes the world of difference when you're travelling with students"

Teacher
Brigidine College Randwick, NASA STEM Trip, September 2018

“This trip has taken the top spot for my career highlights to date!  The experiences and the way in which the students conducted themselves and embraced opportunities, even when they were out of their comfort zone, will stay with me forever.  I don’t know if it gets better than this.”

Teacher
Barr Beacon School, NASA STEM Trip, February 2019

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