South America remains one of the pinnacle destinations for a school sports tour. The diversity of the culture, the language and the distance from the UK, means that it is unique and different from anything you will have experienced before. Argentina is a perfect introduction to South America, with strong European influences, a safe country to travel in, a fiery passion for sport, and a myriad of things to see and do. From the uniquely intoxicating capital Buenos Aires, to the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls, Argentina is one of the most diverse countries on the globe.
A Sporting Nation
Argentina is one of the proudest sporting nations in the Southern Hemisphere. Their footballing history rivals any other nation on earth, but their interest in other team sports, particularly rugby and hockey are also clear. The recent rise of the Puma’s Rugby team has marked their arrival on the professional era, now competing annually with the best in world rugby in The Championship. Players like Ignacio Corleto, Juan Martin Hernandez and the Contepomi brothers, have inspired a younger generation and the future is bright for Argentinian rugby.
Our Experts
Our staff have extensive experience of travelling in Argentina, and with this knowledge and our excellent local representatives, we pride ourselves in offering an exciting and suitable itinerary for your school. There are numerous itineraries that we can offer, however the tried and tested route from Buenos Aires to Mendoza is a favourite of ours, and encaptures the best of Argentina in a two week tour.
It just gets better and better. The hotels, the scenery, the trips, the flight, the beaches, and most importantly the people we met, especially the children/Staff at Lawrencia School, in a very poor district beside the beautiful Cape Town. We now have a reason to go back for a 4th Trip! just unbelievable”
The Friary School