Adventure travel is on the rise and the Latin America region is the best place to start for budding adrenaline junkies. With some of the most stunning and treacherous landscapes in the world, travelers will not run out of stories and photos to share after taking on the challenges. It's difficult to narrow down the must-do adventures in Latin America, but here are some of the best experiences in the various countries.

Galapagos Island, Ecuador

Many tourists get a glimpse of the stunning island of Galapagos as one of the stops of a cruise or day trip. According to a report from CNN, this is not the way to experience this diverse and colorful archipelago.

A land-based trip to the island includes every island activity including encounters with 500-pound tortoises and blue-footed boobies, kayaking and snorkelling, and trekking to a scalding volcano caldera. For those who want a destination that few have trodden before, Ecuador's premier island is one of the best options.

Patagonia, Argentina

The vast and dramatic lands of Patagonia open up endless of opportunities for backpackers. The travelers can hike and trek to their hearts' content through the famed Paine Towers, French Valley and Grey Glacier, according to a listing from REI Adventures. Even gazing at the vistas will leave tourists breathless. With its jagged cliffs, snow-topped mountains, peaceful lakes and expansive meadows, there's not a sight like the Patagonia scenery throughout the world. There's also the cattle drive that will attract galloping horse-lovers.

Death Road, Bolivia

Why would anyone want to bike down a path dubbed Death Road? Well, the road also known as Yungas Road is one of the most popular hotspots in the country with thrill-seekers from all over the world converging here to take a spin. According to a report from BBC, the unpaved stretch of the winding road is infamous for being the site of many deaths -- an average of 300 a year during the 1990s. Huge trucks often use this avenue, making it a tight and dangerous fit for cyclists in its way.

Inca Trail, Peru

Despite the Machu Picchu being a beautiful and peaceful archaeological site, the 27-mile trek going there is an arduous one and not for the weak-hearted, according to a report from Frommers. It's one of the most popular journeys in the world, taking the hikers through Peru, past the spectacular Andes Mountain passes and culminating in the awe-inspiring ruins of the Machu Picchu.