Often overlooked because of its small size, Uruguay boasts culturally-sophisticated safe cities among rolling plains and fertile coastland. Uruguay’s “off-the-beaten-path” experiences fit perfectly into a South American itinerary.
Outside-the-Box Experiences
Montevideo's Candombe-charged carnaval, Fiesta de La Patria Gaucha (the country's largest gaucho festival), Goddess of the Sea Celebration, and the mystical inspiration of Castillo de Piria are some of the unique features that Uruguay has to offer. Explore Punta del Diablo with its stunning shoreline and laid-back lifestyle, Salto's thermal baths, and Colonia del Sacramento - an irresistibly picturesque town on the Rio de la Plata for spectacular sunsets.
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
- Horseback ride through local estancias
- Paddle down Laguna de Jose Ignacio in a handmade canoe
- Ride Thoroughbred or Arabian racehorses on the beach
- Surf the waves of Punta del Este
- Learn polo from a professional
WHEN TO VISIT
The best time to visit is during summer months between October and March, temperatures are pleasant around 72 to 84 degrees Farenheit
“Man Emerging to Life” is a sculpture located on Parada 1 at Brava Beach
Learn to play polo at Estancia Vik
Taste olive oils from trees growing just miles from the coast
Living rooms open to stunning views at Playa Vik
Walk the coastline of La Pedrera
Mate and guitar are the taste and sound of gaucho tradition
Learn about the sculptures of Pablo Atchugarry, one of South America’s most important artists
Feast on chef-prepared asado at Estancia Vik
Explore the colonial districts of the coast
Watch a gaucho tending to his herd
A beacon in day and night, visit José Ignacio Lighthouse
