This comprehensive guidebook travels the lenght and breadth of the continent, from the Darin Gap to Tierra del Fuego, and includes Easter Island, the Galpagos Islands and the Islas Malvinas. - 238 up-to-date country, region, city and town maps - tips on how to stay healthy and travel safely. - detailed advice on where to stay and eat, on and off the beaten track - the latest on how to get there and get around - informative background reading on history, geography and culture - practical information on hiking, climbing and wildlife-watching in national park and reserves - help with Spanish, Portuguese, Quechua and Aymara languages