One of the best things to do in Latin America is to hike. The misty cloud forests, innocence of the view and the breathtaking backdrop of Andean mountains are simply making the experience world class. Latin America's nature offers limitless opportunities on how to enjoy a journey. Whether it's a short day's hike or a multiday trek, options are endless.  

Some of the best hikes locals and tourists must try are:

Santa Cruz Trek in Peru

Also known as Quebrada Santa Cruz, this masterpiece is by far the most popular hike located in the Cordillera Blanca or the White Mountains in Peru. Considered as the highest mountain outside Asia with a height of 6,768 meters, the place offers the safest and the most gorgeous breathtaking experience that even non-hikers would definitely love. There is also hot springs that surround the area where everyone can relax before the start of an adventure. The best time to visit the place is between May to Sept. where the weather is perfect. It is one of the most recommended hikes because aside from its promised beauty, the hike is also budget-friendly.

Salcantay, Machu Picchu Trek in Peru

Located about 50 miles northwest of Cusco, Peru, the Salcantay Trek or Salkantay Trek has been recognized by the National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine as one of the 25 Best Treks in the World. With a height of 4,830 meters, Salcantay's difficulty level is moderate. The trek will last for about six days. Each day, hikers are urged to walk around for eight hours and will stay in tents at night. The name Salcantay was named after an amazing "glacier-encrusted peak" located in Cordillera Vilcabamba with a height of 6,721 meters.

La Ciudad Perdida, Lost City Trek in Colombia

La Ciudad Perdida was built 1,000 years ago. The natives used to call it Teyuna. During the Spanish Colonization, natives living in the place where pushed into the Sierra Nevada until everyone has left. That's when the city has been renamed "The Lost City." The starting point of the five-day trek is in Santa Marta. Trekkers must first book through tour companies first for a standard price of 600,000 Colombian Pesos, approximately around $320. And because insects can be very persistent in the jungle, trekkers are also advised to bring an effective mosquito repellant with them.

Other best hikes to try are The Colca Canyon of Peru, Valley of the Volcanoes and Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador and Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu in Peru.