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Join us on a trip to South America with Adventure Life, where you can immerse yourself in the diverse landscapes and cultures of this vibrant continent through 406 unique itineraries in 2026. Explore ancient archaeological sites, trek through lush rainforests teeming with wildlife, and indulge in local food and wine experiences. From the picturesque Andes mountains to the stunning beaches of the Galapagos Islands, our South America tours offer a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Experience the thrill of wildlife viewing, hiking, and village visits, all while enjoying the comfort and luxury of our carefully curated itineraries. With tours ranging from 5 to 16 days, there is something for every type of traveler seeking an unforgettable journey through this enchanting region. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the wonders of South America - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Mt Fitz Roy and hikers
from $6,668
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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking

14 Day Itinerary
  • Ultimate Patagonia trekking trip
  • Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Hike W Trek & Fitz Roy
  • Glacier trek or horseback riding
Activity Level
Challenging
A complete hiking and trekking adventure that combines the best of both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia travel! This two-week journey pairs our Argentina Glacier Adventure itinerary with the Classic W Trek trip, for those hearty hikers in search of southern South America's breathtaking backcountry scenery.
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Baker River, Aysen
from $12,800
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Best of Aysen

13 Day Itinerary
  • Drive through Carretera Austral
  • Experience top lodges of Patagonia
  • Hike in Queulat National Park
  • Experience Lake General Carrera
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Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activities
Horseback Riding, Camping, Hiking, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the Aysen region on a 13-day guided tour through Chilean Patagonia. Travel the Carretera Austral, visit Marble Caves, Queulat Park, and the Baker River. Stay in top lodges like Puyuhuapi, Mallin Colorado, and Explora. Hike in Patagonia National Park before returning to Balmaceda.
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Horse ride in Los Flamencos Lagoon
from $5,631
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The Complete Patagonia Experience: Culture and Nature

8 Day Itinerary
  • Discover a 19th century estancia
  • Learn about the ranch life
  • See the famed Torres del Paine
  • Choose from a variety of activities
  • Explore in an all-terrain adventure
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Hacienda Visits, Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 8-day Patagonia culture and nature adventure, a combination of unique wildlife, cultural immersion and spectacular scenery in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Explore Torres del Paine National Park and choose your activities each day based on your preferences and interests.
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A first glimpse of the falls!
from $10,840
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Discovering the Hidden Guianas

15 Day Itinerary
  • Witness the majestic Kaieteur Falls
  • Experience canopy walkway
  • Visit Paramaribo's UNESCO site
  • Spot nocturnal wildlife
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Paramaribo / Guyana
Activity Level
Variable
Start your 15-day journey in Paramaribo, Suriname, before venturing into the heart of Guyana's rainforest. Experience cultural immersions, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking landscapes, culminating in a memorable exploration of Georgetown.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $8,004
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End of the World

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego by ship
  • Observe Magdalena Island penguins
  • Explore Torres del Paine
  • Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
This Patagonian tour is an epic 12-day adventure exploring the highlights of Patagonia. Begin your journey in Tierra del Fuego National Park, explore the Patagonian Fjords on an Australis cruise, take in the stunning landscapes of Torres del Paine and end your journey in El Calafate, Argentina. You'll cruise the fjords & channels of Tierra del Fuego inaccessible by land, visit the penguin rookery on Magdalena Island, hike the famed trails of Torres del Paine National Park, and trek Perito Moreno Glacier.
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Salt flats at Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flat Crossing adventure
from $7,420
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Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flat Crossing

Explora Travesia program - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Atacama & Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Witness scenic landscapes and views
  • Visit spots in Chile and Bolivia
  • Discover the Tunupa Volcano
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Atacama Desert / Explora Uyuni
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 8-day Explora Travesia from Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle across high plains, volcanoes, and old trade routes with expert guides. Stay in mountain lodges and a lodge near Uyuni, connecting with local communities. Hike to Tunupa Volcano, bike the salt flats, and see geysers, lagoons, and rock formations in the Altiplano.
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from $10,210
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Classic Galapagos Safari & Isabela

7 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Santa Cruz Island
  • Snorkel across Floreana
  • Admire unique wildlife
  • Enjoy Isabela's sandy beaches
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Los Gemelos (Twin Craters) / Las Tintoreras
Activity Level
Moderate
Luxury camping in one of the world's most remarkable archipelagos. The Galapagos Safari Camp tour is perfect for the traveler that prefers his or her tours active and want to stay in a unique location, not just your standard hotel.
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A native bromeliad
from $9,845
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Guyana Wildlife and Adventure Journey

15 Day Itinerary
  • Witness the majestic Kaieteur Falls
  • Experience canopy walkway
  • Observe giant anteaters
  • Spot nocturnal wildlife
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Guyana / Georgetown
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the natural wonders of Guyana on a 15-day adventure. Visit Georgetown Iwokrama River Lodge and Atta Rainforest Lodge for wildlife spotting and trail walking. Visit Rewa Eco-Lodge and Karanambu Lodge for cultural insights and wetland exploration. Witness giant anteaters and enjoy nocturnal river excursions
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $8,651
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.
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Tayrona National Park, Colombia beach retreat
from $6,656
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Colombia Multisport Adventure: Andes to Caribbean

12 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Cane River trail to Ráquira
  • Bike through iconic sites of Bogota
  • Zipline above Juan Curi Falls
  • Explore Tayrona National Park
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Bogota / Cartagena
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Colombia’s rich culture and scenery on this active 12-day trip from Bogotá to the Caribbean coast. Hike to the Lost City, visit colonial towns like Villa de Leyva and Barichara, and unwind in Tayrona National Park’s pristine beaches. Explore Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed charm while connecting with Colombia’s diverse landscapes and heritage.
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Traditional boat on the Rio Negro, Amazon
from $8,617
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Best of Ecuador: Islands to the Highlands

13 Day Itinerary
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano
  • See Los Gemelos volcanic sinkholes
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Take canoe excursions
  • Walk along a suspended bridge
  • Spot a unique and elusive bear
  • Visit Otavalo Market
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Quito / Quito
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Ecuador in 13 days, from the Galápagos Islands to the Amazon and Andes. Explore Isla Isabela and Santa Cruz, spot wildlife at Sacha Lodge, and dive into Andean culture in Ibarra. Enjoy island activities, wildlife encounters, and stunning landscapes.
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Cabins at Karanambu Lodge
from $7,495
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Guyana Nature Experience

13 Day Itinerary
  • Discover highest Kaieteur Falls
  • Spot wildlife and rare species
  • Birdwatching at Iwokrama Canopy
  • Enjoy stroll and hike up Surama Mou
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Georgetown / Georgetown
Activity Level
Variable
Dive into an unforgettable 13-day journey through Guyana, exploring waterfalls, rainforests, and diverse wildlife. From Kaieteur Falls to Karanambu Lodge, immerse yourself in the beauty of South America's hidden gem.
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Rainbow over Torres del Paine
from $6,260
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Chile North to South Premium

13 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Santiago
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Hike on epic trails in Perez Rosale
  • Enjoy rafting on Chile's rivers
Activities
Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Chile's awe-inspiring geographical and natural extremes on this upgraded 13-day, multi-destination trip. From the world's driest desert to the volcanic peaks, the wild Patagonian steppe, the country's vineyards, unique activities, and exclusive boutique accommodation, this trip has everything for a deluxe scenic Chilean adventure.
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Awasi Patagonia at night
from $5,380
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Awasi Patagonia

4-7 Day Itinerary
  • Stay in luxurious Awasi Patagonia
  • Join private guided excursions
  • Enjoy chef Fredercio Zigler's meals
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover the Torres del Paine National Park with luxury accommodations and unique excursions. Enjoy a 7-day relaxing stay at Awasi Patagonia while you explore the national park by horseback, foot, or kayaking nearby lakes on this eco-tour.
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Sunset in Montevideo
from $5,702
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Highlights of Uruguay

Estancias and Beaches - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Montevideo & local wineries
  • Excursions at Estancia Anastasio
  • Trek in the Cabo Polonio Sand Dunes
  • Wine-tasting experience in Garzon
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Colonia / Montevideo
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Uruguay's highlights in a 13-day adventure: Colonia del Sacramento for history and mate tasting, Montevideo for city tours and culture, estancia for gaucho life, Quebrada de los Cuervos National Park trekking, Cabo Polonio, Santa Teresa National Park, and Garzon wine tasting. End with biking and kayaking in Punta del Este.
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The Island of Chiloé
from $7,075
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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
  • Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
  • Natural Wonders of Chiloé
  • Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
  • Explore the Route of the Parks
  • Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return
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Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Volunteering, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 10-day adventure through Chiloé and Patagonia's Route of Parks, beginning in Puerto Varas. Discover Chiloé's culture and landscapes while exploring hidden trails and participating in rewilding projects. Experience the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia, with its temperate rainforests, volcanoes, fjords, and the Andes.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $7,015
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Galapagos Family Safari Camp

6 Day Itinerary
  • Snorkel at the Galapagos Islands
  • Visit the beautiful Cerro Mesa
  • Discover Garrapatero Beach
  • Enjoy a unique fishing day
Starts / Ends
Santa Cruz / Charles Darwin Center
Activity Level
Relaxed
This incredible 6-day Galapagos family safari offers a variety of activities and engaging educational experiences for both parents and children including a chance to enjoy the exotic beauty of the Galapagos while supporting a fantastic social and conservation initiative such as fishing.
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Boating by lily pads in Guyana
from $5,268
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Guyana Jungle Survival

7 Day Itinerary
  • Learn jungle survival skills
  • Spot wildlife in Iwokrama Forest
  • Visit Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls
  • Explore Georgetown with your guide
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this weeklong hands-on Guyana adventure tour you'll experience what it really takes to survive in the jungle with instruction in fire- and shelter-building, scavenging for food, and basic survival skills from your local Amerindian Guide. It also includes visit to the Amazonian Iwokrama Forest and Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls and the Surama Village.
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