Quick verdict by trip type
For a route across several South American countries, the Flysimio South America eSIM covers up to 20 countries on one plan, including Bolivia, Paraguay and Central America, so you do not re-buy at each border. A cheaper 6-country plan covers Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay. Every plan includes hotspot and a full refund within 7 days if it is unused or has used less than 100 MB. Staying in one country? A Flysimio country eSIM costs less than either regional plan.
| Trip type | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One country only | A Flysimio country eSIM: [Brazil](/esim/brazil), [Argentina](/esim/argentina), [Colombia](/esim/colombia), [Peru](/esim/peru) or [Chile](/esim/chile) | Costs less than a regional plan for a one-country stay |
| Classic Andes overland route (Peru, Bolivia, Chile) | Flysimio South America 5 GB / 30 days, 20-country planBuy$52.50 | The only Flysimio South America plan that includes Bolivia |
| Colombia, Ecuador and Peru | Flysimio South America 5 GB / 30 days, 20-country planBuy$52.50 | Colombia is on the 20-country plan only |
| Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru or Uruguay, 3+ countries in a month | Flysimio South America 10 GB / 30 daysBuy$53.53 | The 6-country plan covers all of these; hotspot included |
| Iguazú Falls, Argentina and Brazil sides | Flysimio South America 1 GB / 7 daysBuy$6.60 | Both sides of the falls on one eSIM |
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Flysimio South America eSIM plans
For a one- to two-week trip, the 5 GB / 30-day plan at $29.33 covers maps, messaging and social for South America. Every plan includes hotspot. Full live range (prices update hourly):
| Data | Validity | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$6.60 | 7 days | $6.60 | $6.60/GB |
| 3 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$17.50 | 15 days | $17.50 | $5.83/GB |
| 5 GBOur pick6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$29.33 | 30 days | $29.33 | $5.87/GB |
| 10 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$53.53 | 30 days | $53.53 | $5.35/GB |
| 20 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$109.20 | 30 days | $109.20 | $5.46/GB |
| 30 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$117.93 | 30 days | $117.93 | $3.93/GB |
| 50 GB6 countries · excludes Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama +1Buy$234.68 | 180 days | $234.68 | $4.69/GB |
Every plan: instant QR delivery, no physical SIM, and a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Which Flysimio South America plan covers your route?
There are two South America tiers. The 20-country plan covers Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay, plus Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Puerto Rico and the French Caribbean. The cheaper 6-country plan covers only Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay: it does not include Colombia or Central America, and each plan card says so.
How much data do you actually need?
| Usage type | Estimated data per day | For 14 days |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation only (Google Maps, Maps.me) | ~100 MB/day | ~1.4 GB |
| Navigation + social media | ~300 MB/day | ~4.2 GB |
| Navigation + streaming music | ~400 MB/day | ~5.6 GB |
| Navigation + video streaming | ~1 GB/day | ~14 GB |
| Remote work (video calls + browsing) | ~2 GB/day | ~28 GB |
One honest note for South America specifically: remote regions like the Amazon interior, the Patagonian steppe, and high-altitude routes (Salar de Uyuni, the Andean altiplano) run offline regardless of plan — download offline maps before heading into these areas.
Which South American carriers your eSIM actually uses
- Brazil: Vivo, Claro, TIM — Vivo has the widest national footprint, including the northeast coast.
- Argentina: Claro, Personal, Movistar — solid coverage across the Pampas and the main Patagonian tourist routes.
- Chile: Entel, Claro, Movistar — Entel covers the Carretera Austral south to Coyhaique.
- Peru: Claro, Entel, Movistar, Bitel — good coverage in Lima and Cusco; patchy inside Machu Picchu's ruins.
- Colombia: Claro, Movistar, Tigo, WOM — 5G active in Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena.
South America eSIM coverage by country
- Brazil — Vivo and Claro cover São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and the northeast coast. See the Brazil country guide for a Brazil-only plan.
- Argentina — Claro and Personal reach Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and the main Patagonian routes to Ushuaia. See the Argentina country guide for details.
- Colombia — Claro and Movistar cover Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena with active 5G. See the Colombia country guide for a Colombia-only plan.
- Peru — Claro and Entel cover Lima and Cusco; the Sacred Valley road is 4G throughout, though the Inca Trail itself runs mostly offline.
- Chile — Entel covers Santiago, the Atacama Desert towns, and the road toward Torres del Paine.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best eSIM for backpacking South America?
For a route crossing three or more countries, a Flysimio South America eSIM: the 20-country plan for routes through Bolivia, Colombia or Paraguay (the classic Peru–Bolivia–Chile or Colombia–Ecuador–Peru trips), and the cheaper 6-country plan for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay. Every plan includes hotspot.
Is this cheaper than buying a SIM in each country?
For trips across three or more countries, yes — the regional bundle saves you from re-buying and reinstalling at each border, and is usually cheaper overall than three or four separate country eSIMs.
Does this work in the Amazon or at Machu Picchu?
Gateway towns and cities have solid 4G. Deep Amazon river routes away from towns, and the Inca Trail beyond its first few kilometers, run offline regardless of provider — this is a coverage reality of the terrain, not a plan limitation. Download offline maps before heading into these areas.
Does the South America eSIM work in Bolivia and Colombia?
On the 20-country plan, yes: it covers Bolivia, Colombia and Paraguay as well as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay and much of Central America. The 6-country plan does not include Bolivia or Colombia, and each plan card lists exactly what it covers.
What if the eSIM does not work for me?
You can get a full refund within 7 days of purchase if the eSIM is unused or has used less than 100 MB, so you can install it and check it connects first. If it genuinely fails on our side, we refund it in full after that too. Full terms are in our refund policy.
How many countries does the bundle cover?
It depends on the tier. The 20-country plan covers Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay and much of Central America. The 6-country plan covers Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay only, with no Colombia.
Can I top up mid-trip?
It depends on the plan: your Flysimio account shows whether your eSIM can be topped up. If it cannot, buy a new plan, which installs in a minute from a QR code.
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Daniel Reyes
eSIM & Mobile Networks Writer
Daniel is a telecoms writer who has covered mobile networks and eSIM technology since 2019. He breaks down carrier coverage, device compatibility, and activation step by step.