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Discover the best the world has to offer with Adventure Life’s expert-curated South America tours 2027. From Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands, North Seymour, Punta Cormorant, and Post Office Bay to hidden gems off the beaten path, our 457 top-rated itineraries take you deep into South America’s breathtaking landscapes. Guided by bilingual experts, these immersive experiences cater to adventurers seeking unique journeys in small groups or customizable private tours.

Choose from a variety of 5 to 25 days itineraries starting at $100 to $372,611. You’ll find options that suit your travel style. Whether you’re passionate about Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling, and Stand Up Paddle Boarding or eager to explore South America’s rich culture and natural beauty, our South America tours 2027 deliver unforgettable moments. Each itinerary blends awe-inspiring exploration with a commitment to sustainability to ensure your adventure supports the preservation of our planet.

Adventure Life’s dedication to personalized travel promises your South America tour 2027 is seamless from start to finish. From arranging transportation to selecting accommodations tailored to your preferences, we’ll take care of every detail. Our expert recommendations and insider tips make your journey even more enriching.

Contact our specialists today to start planning your South America tour 2027. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or part of a group, Adventure Life will create a transformative experience you’ll treasure forever.
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Breathtaking view of Torres del Paine
from $7,530
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Chile North to South

13 Day Itinerary
  • Biking and wine tasting
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Rafting in the Lake District
  • Hike in Torres del Paine
Activities
Urban Exploration, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 13-day tour of Chile takes you from Northern Chile's Atacama Desert, to Santiago, the Lake District, then Torres del Paine. Along the way, enjoying hiking, biking, wine tasting, rafting, and other activities as you experience both the metropolitan and natural sides of Chile.
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Uros Island - Floating island at the Titicaca
from $5,491
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Panoramic Peru

16 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Peru's 'Little Galapagos'
  • View the Nazca Lines with a flyover
  • Explore Colca Canyon
  • Visit the shores of Lake Titicaca
Starts / Ends
Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 16-day tour highlights the best of Peru, including Islas Ballestas and Paracas, the Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, the islands of Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Lost City of the Incas--Machu Picchu. From the coast to the Andes to the Amazon jungle, this tour has a little bit of everything!
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)
from $4,466
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
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Local woman at Lake Titicaca
from $3,964
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Highlights of Peru & Bolivia

14 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Cusco's largest open market
  • Visit Sun and Moon Islands
  • Discover Machu Picchu
  • Climb El Calvario for great views
Activity Level
Easy Active
In two weeks, travel through both Peru and Bolivia. Begin in Peru, visiting markets and ruin sites as you travel through the Sacred Valley to the lost city of Machu Picchu. Discover the birthplace of the Inca on Lake Titicaca. Finish your journey in La Paz, Bolivia and Moon Valley seeing the curious way erosion has shaped the landscape.
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Mt Fitz Roy and hikers
from $8,133
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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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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $3,997
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Patagonia Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
  • Choose activity level of excursions
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Visit the Salto Grande waterfall
  • See 100,000+ Magellanic penguins
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this tour of Chile's Southern Patagonia region experience penguins, guanacos, Darwin's Rheas, Andean foxes, and more as you hike or even bike Torres del Paine. Optional excursion available to explore the Straits of Magellan to Magdalena Island, where you can see over 100,000 Magellanic penguins!
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Relax in the waters of Fernando de Noronha
from $1,437
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Fernando de Noronha

5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to spectacular beaches
  • Snorkel and swim in Atlantic waters
  • Learn about conservation efforts
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Relaxed
Fernando de Noronha, an archipelago located off of Brazil's northwest coast, epitomizes the term 'island paradise.' Home to some of the world's most pristine, picturesque beaches, Fernando de Noronha is the perfect destination for travelers seeking an authentic Brazilian experience in a tropical setting unparalleled in beauty.
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Watch the afternoon sunlight glow on the walls of Machu Picchu on your Peru tour
from $2,645
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Machu Picchu by Train with Luxury Hotels

7 Day Itinerary
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco with a local guide
  • Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
  • Visit a local textile market
Activity Level
Relaxed
Our mainstay Machu Picchu trip with luxury accommodations. We visit the most important Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, and we spend two days exploring the Lost City of Machu Picchu. This is an easy paced weeklong journey perfect for anyone with a sense of curiosity and adventure.
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Horseback Riding
from $3,584
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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
  • Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Horseback ride across the páramo
  • Zipline and hike in Mindo
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Ziplining, Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Moderate
Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.
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A small family waiting for the bus
from $2,350
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Flavors of Peru

8 Day Itinerary
  • Savor Peruvian dishes in Barranco
  • Explore Chocomuseo and Pisco Museum
  • Witness Andean traditions
  • Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu
Starts / Ends
Lima / Cusco
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join this 8-day tour that takes you to Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the citadel of Machu Picchu. Explore the culinary delights of Peru in Barranco, where you can taste traditional dishes like lomo saltado and causa. This is a relaxed, cultural-focused trip with an emphasis on the flavors and gastronomy of Peru.
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Our guide as the sun breaks through the clouds
from $4,395
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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore floating islands
  • Visit the highlights of Cusco
  • Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Activities
Homestays, Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
This two-week trek explores the ancient and revered pathway known as the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Spend 4 days hiking the 26-mile Inca Trail, culminating in Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate. This tour also spends time before the trek acclimating and exploring Lake Titicaca and Cusco.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $6,000
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Explora Torres Del Paine

5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through Patagonia
  • Search for Patagonian wildlife
  • Choose your excursions
Starts / Ends
Explora Torres del Paine / Torres del Paine National Park
Activities
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explora Torres del Paine is in the middle of the Torres del Paine National Park. It offers beautiful views of the Lake Pehoe and 49 rooms. Explora also has its own spa, ranch, and stables for your enjoyment and you can choose from a variety of excursions to create your optimal itinerary.
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Into the Wild Amazon
from $3,930
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon
  • Discover the Marañon River
  • Spot Amazon wildlife
  • Visit Amazon village riberenos
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day cruise on the Aria Amazon, starting in Iquitos with a city tour, followed by adventures along the Marañon River, featuring wildlife encounters and visits to local communities. Enjoy guided excursions and regional cuisine by renowned chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
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from $2,369
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Machu Picchu by Train with 4 Star Hotels

7 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy stays in key Inca areas
  • Visit top sites in the Sacred Valle
  • Stay two full days at Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco’s witches’ market
  • Shop crafts in Pisac market
  • Walk quiet trails in the Andes
Activity Level
Relaxed
Machu Picchu mainstay trip with 4-star hotels. Explore key Inca sites like Sacsayhuamán, Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Spend two days at Machu Picchu, visit Cusco’s witches’ market, and browse tapestries in Pisac. A relaxed weeklong journey through Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and the Andes for curious travelers seeking upgraded comfort.
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Sunset in Montevideo
from $8,958
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Best of Uruguay

Self-Drive - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Visit multiple local wineries
  • Explore Montevideo's neighborhoods
  • Relax on Jose Ignacio's beaches
  • Walk the cobbled streets of Colonia
Starts / Ends
Colonia / Montevideo
Activities
Local Market Visits, Biking, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 13-day Uruguay self-drive tour offers plenty of chances to savor the wine and relax on the beaches. Visit Colonia and Montevideo before heading northeast into the hilly region for two nights to visit wineries and olive oil plantations. The trip ends with two days in the coastal village of Jose Ignacio to relax and enjoy the beach.
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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $6,200
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more!
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Sea kayaking in Patagonia
from $5,957
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Torres del Paine Multisport

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
  • Biking with views of the Towers
  • Horseback ride with gaucho guides
  • Hike to the base of the towers
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Torres del Paine in this multisport tour of Patagonia's best while hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, and trekking! With EcoCamp as your home base, explore magnificent Patagonian mountains, glaciers lakes and rivers spotting guanacos and ostrich-like rheas.
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Lodge to Lodge Salcantay Trek
from $4,897
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Lodge to Lodge Salkantay Trek

Peru Small Group Tour - 11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore historic Cusco
  • Trek the varied Andean terrain
  • Stay in luxury lodges along the way
  • Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
This 11-day trip along the legendary Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu hosts you in luxury lodges as you visit such iconic archaelogical sites and towns like Colpa Lodge, Lucma Lodge, Wayra Lodge, Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), Cusco, and Lima, filled with adventure and trekking to take you through these breathtaking landscapes.
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