Explore the best of Uruguay with our curated selection of Top Picks for tours and classes. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a wine connoisseur, or a culture lover, here are handpicked exceptional experiences for you.
Additionally, discover unique places to stay that double as extraordinary experiences in themselves, offering not just a place to stay but a gateway to an array of exciting activities. These are all tried and tested by Guru’Guay. You’re going to LOVE them.
🗣️ Learn Spanish in Uruguay with Academia Uruguay
🚐 Tango, football and carnival tours with Tekoa Viajes
🚐 Montevideo, Colonia & Punta del Este private city tours with Tekoa Viajes
🐎 Horseback riding in the Uruguayan countryside with these estancias (as ranches are known here)
🍷 Wine tasting in Montevideo with Viti and Punta del Este with Damajuana
🍷 Private wine tours with Wine Explorers
Plus all our favourite wineries…
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From museums and outdoor activities to cultural gems and insider tips, our guru unveils the essence of Uruguay. Dive into authentic experiences, exploring parks, markets, and fairgrounds, and let our expert guide you through the heart of this captivating country.
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You know you. And guidebook author and Guru’Guay founder, Karen A Higgs, literally ‘wrote the books’ about Uruguay. Together, you’re going to create the trip you’ve been dreaming about—and have fun while doing it.
In a private 60-minute session with Karen, you’ll share your plans so far. Learn about things to do and places to stay you’ve never heard about before which are perfect for you. And come away with a personalised itinerary.
Namasté — Vegetarian restaurant in Montevideo
Namasté is more than just a vegetarian restaurant in Montevideo. This colourful, family-run spot has been serving vegetarian and vegan food since 2008. And the food is only part of the experience. Come for a relaxed meal, stay for the atmosphere, the friendly service and the chance to slow down for a while.
Dance tango in Uruguay. Whether a complete newbie or you already dance, the tango scene in Montevideo is a great way to make friends.
Estancia Los Plátanos – Authentic 6th generation ranch
Venture into deep Uruguay to Estancia Los Platanos, a working ranch. Just 3 guestrooms—and there’s a gorgeous indoor pool.
Nominate your favourites for the 2027 Montevideo Guru’Guay guide
Do you love a business in the capital that absolutely MUST be in our next best selling Montevideo guidebook?
Ignacio Fuentes, RE/MAX – Recommended Montevideo realtor
Montevideo real estate made easy—foreigners trust this realtor for smooth, reliable rentals and property purchases.
Estancia El Cangüé – Cattle & roses in Paysandú
Home to Uruguay’s biggest rose collection, this 200 year west Uruguay estancia is the perfect destination for outdoor adventure or a wedding.
Martín Pescador – Sierras ranch 1 hr from ocean
Just an hour inland from the beaches of Punta and José Ignacio, the perfect Uruguay estancia, horse riding and trekking.
Uruguay LGBT rights – A trailblazer for over a century
Did you know Uruguay is among the most LGBT-friendly countries worldwide? Small nation. Big equality record.
TEFL Uruguay: new qualification for foreigners and Uruguayans to teach English abroad
TEFL Uruguay comes to Montevideo in 2027: Four-week face-to-face training for foreigners and English-fluent locals.
Expats in Uruguay spill the beans: What life is really like
We interview foreigners in Uruguay who moved here from principally English-speaking countries so you can learn from their mistakes.
