Andes Mountains Trips with Village Visits

Venture into the Atacama Desert! Three to five night extensions include flexible itineraries that explore this unique region, including a visit to the Valley of the Moon, and the El Tatio geysers. Evenings are spent at the renowned Terrantai Lodge in San Pedro de Atacama.

This active 5-day tour of Lake Titicaca in Peru puts kayaking at the heart of the experience, allowing you to explore the largest and highest lake in South America in a truly unique way, while enjoying the cultural intimacy offered by a homestay with a local family whose roots go back to ancient times.

Enjoy a 5-day All-Inclusive Nayara Alto Atacama tour near San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. Visit salt flats, geysers, lagoons, and Andean peaks with expert guides. Try stargazing with a private telescope and enjoy small-group excursions. The lodge blends with its surroundings, offering views and a sustainable desert stay.

Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike along the way, culminating with two days exploring Machu Picchu with your local guide. A perfect mix of history and adventure, this 9 day tour will delight young and old alike.

The Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu offers the perfect combination of traditional adventure travel and cultural immersion. This 8-day lodge-to-lodge journey will alternate between an exploration of the astounding natural scenery of the Sacred Valley and an intimate look at Andean culture, both in busy towns and in remote of mountain hamlets.

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

On this 4-day tour, you will get a taste of Bolivia's geographical diversity from volcanos to ancient salt flats. Visit the capital city of La Paz, where you can wander through the colorful markets and marvel at the historic architecture before flying to Uyuni to explore the famous region of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space.

Sail 11 days from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard Magellan Discoverer through Patagonia’s wild fjords and channels. Navigate the Beagle Channel, Glacier Alley, and the Strait of Magellan. Visit Torres del Paine National Park, Pío XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, and Caleta Tortel. Encounter whales, towering peaks, and remote villages across southern Chile.

Begin and end your nine-day trip discovering the best of Ecuador high in the Andes where we'll explore the colonial capital city of Quito. Then, bargain with colorfully-dressed indigenous women in the Otavalo Market, visit the Bellavista Cloud Forest, Cotopaxi Volcano & National Park and the town of Baños on this tour of the best of the Ecuadorian Andes.

Experience Cotopaxi National Park in a unique way as you trek the ancient roads of the Inca. The full day hikes will take you past Inca sites and offer stunning views of Cotopaxi volcano. During your five days of hiking you'll split your evenings between campsites and classic Haciendas.

Adventure Life's guides and partners has identified the poorest families in the Cachiccata community. The elements can cause damage to homes over time, and many families do not have the extra means to make renovations to their homes. During this 4 day/3 night trip, participants, side-by-side with the family members, will work on cleaning, repairing, and restoring their homes. We stay in the community campground each night to immerse ourselves in the village life. The trip ends with traditional Inca ceremony and offering as a time to reflect over the previous days' experiences.

The land of the Incas near Cusco and the Sacred Valley is a great destination for active adventures. With deep canyons cut by beautiful rivers and backroads and trails in the shadows of the impressive Andes, explore the countryside during this multi-day biking and raft trip and visit the Inca cities of Cusco and Ollantaytambo. Travelers will have a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River, one of South America's premier rivers. Single-track and more advanced biking routes can be arranged based on travelers' experience.

Visit La Paz and experience the local Bolivian culture on this week-long journey! Explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and home to the ruins of Tihuanaco and remnants of Inca temples at Sun and Moon Islands. This is the world's highest navigable lake.

Experience Manu National Park, the most biologically diverse place on the planet, like virtually no one else can: camp inside the park at the Manu Wildlife Tent Camp. Delight in the sights and sounds of this 1.8 million-hectare jungle paradise.

The pristine Manu Biosphere Reserve is one of the largest protected areas in South America. This trip takes you into the remote Manu Wildlife Center, where the amazing biodiversity delights birders, botanists, and curious travelers alike. Two days in colonial Cusco infuse your trip with Andean culture and make this a complete Peru adventure!

Sample some of Chile’s internationally renowned wines on this three-day getaway in the enchanting Colchagua Valley, exploring the vineyards in style via walking and horseback riding before spending the nights in luxury accommodations after full days of wine-induced decadence.

Add this 3-day Torres del Paine multi-sport extension to your time at Riverside Camp! Kayak the pristine waters of Grey Lake and River, e-bike through stunning landscapes, and hike along iconic trails. Perfect for exploring Torres del Paine from a new perspective. Relax each night at the Riverside Camp, making this an unforgettable experience for any outdoor enthusiast!

Experience the richness of Quechua culture and tradition with a 3-day immersive trip to the village of Huilloc, nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. This trip will give you an opportunity to witness and participate in the daily lives of the Quechua people, one of the largest indigenous groups in South America.