Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2027

from $2,098

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Sacha Lodge

4 Day Itinerary

• Tour with guide and naturalists
• Go swimming and dugout canoeing
• Stay at Sacha Lodge

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend three nights in Ecuador's premier rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Sacha Lodge is among the best places in the Amazon to explore the jungle without leaving behind your creature comforts.

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from $9,100

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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina

• See wildlife and landscapes
• See Galapagos sea lions
• See flightless cormorant
• Visit giant tortoises

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Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.

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from $10,950

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Beyond Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Enjoy friendly sea lions
• Walk along a green beach
• Hike to see Galapagos doves

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day adventure aboard Grace offers close encounters with wildlife. The islands are full of creatures that love to interact with visitors. Travel around Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz and more! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in the crystalline waters of this area.

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from $9,950

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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
• Snorkel on Isabela Island
• Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
• Walk the white beach of Las Bachas

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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.

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from $11,900

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Luxury Amazon Expeditions Cruise - Low Water

Nauta-Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera

• Experience birdwatching
• Discover some products
• Visit some villages
• Enjoy Swimming and kayaking

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Nauta / Nauta

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Join Aqua Nera on this 8-day Amazon Cruise exploration from Nauta to Nauta and enjoy your village and local market visits as well as the time you will spend watching the beautiful wildlife.

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from $5,520

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Explora El Chalten

5 Day Itinerary

• View of the Marconi Glacier
• Enjoy exciting excursions
• Visit Los Huemules Reserve

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Explora El Chalten / Explora El Chalten

Activities

Spa Relaxation, Horseback Riding, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explora El Chaltén is the ideal starting point from which to explore the incredible geography of the Argentine Patagonia because of its exceptional location. Take part in adventures that venture far from the main path and explore deeply into this area's natural environment.

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from $6,305

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Authentic Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

• Enjoy exploratory canoe trips
• Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
• Kayak though the Indillama River
• Learn from Kichwa women

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest aboard the M/V Anakonda for an 8-day tour of Amazon Tributaries. Explore isolated communities and rare, biodiverse habitats on a boat tour. Kayak through rivers and lakes with otters and turtles as your guides, climb observation towers to see the rainforest canopy up close and explore the jungle on foot while keeping an eye out for local species.

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from $3,507

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Sacha Lodge and Casa del Suizo

8 Day Itinerary

• Soak in Papallacta’s hot springs
• Walk Sacha’s canopy boardwalk views
• Hike Amazon trails with guides
• Spot birds on Napo River ride
• Canoe Sacha Lodge’s Pilchicocha Lak

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Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

A combination Amazon trip with two nights at the Casa del Suizo and three nights in Sacha Lodge, Ecuador's premier rainforest lodge. Explore the Amazon with professional naturalists and indigenous guides without leaving behind your creature comforts - unforgettable Amazon travel!

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from $1,754

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La Selva Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary

• Climb up an observation tower
• Visit the Mandi Cocha lagoon
• Look for nighttime wildlife

Activity Level

Relaxed

Hike through the rainforest on the Tucaneta Trail, look for monkeys and birds near a lagoon and go star gazing on a canoe on a tour at the La Selva Lodge. Learn from experienced guides about the beautiful flora and fauna on a 4 day trip to the Amazon Rainforest.

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from $1,641

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Casa del Suizo

4 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Mariposario
• Visit the Amazoonico
• Relax in the Papallacta hotsprings

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 4 day Ecuador trip explores the Amazon Rainforest through canoeing down the Napo River, searching for wildlife and learning about Quichua culture. Explore the jungle with your wonderful guides at La Casa del Suizo.

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from $974

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Paraty Escape

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit colonial churches and homes
• Explore the trails and coastline
• Kayak Brazil's only fjord

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Relaxed

This Brazilian vacation is unlike any other that we offer! Explore Paraty based on your own desires and at your own pace. The options are endless, ranging from roaming the narrow streets past colonial churches and homes, to kayaking Brazil's only fjord, Saco De Mamangua. The choice is yours!

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from $1,060

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Cotopaxi Multisport

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit the Condor Machay Waterfall
• Enjoy the Cotopaxi Ropes Course
• Climb the Rumiñahui Volcano

Activities

Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Moderate

Extend your trip in Ecuador with a 3 night stay in a comfortable hacienda near the Cotopaxi Volcano and explore the Andean highlands on foot, horseback, and gliding through the forest by zipline during our multisport trip that is a short drive from Quito.

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from $641

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Salvador de Bahia

4 Day Itinerary

• Learn about history art and culture
• Peruse market stalls
• Spend an afternoon on the beach

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Brazil's first capital city, Salvador. The Renaissance inspired architecture still dominates the city center. Tour with your guide through the city streets, bartering at the market of Sao Joaquim and immerse yourself in the unique Afro-Brazilian culture.

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from $15,319

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Galapagos by Catamaran, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina

• Observe rare island wildlife
• Kayak pristine coastlines
• Explore volcanic landscapes
• Visit historic Lima landmarks
• Tour Sacred Valley sites

Starts / Ends

Ecuador / Lima

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day Galápagos cruise to Machu Picchu, combining wildlife encounters and legendary Inca landmarks. Cruise aboard National Geographic Delfina, visit iconic islands, and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley, Cusco, and ancient Machu Picchu.

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from $10,721

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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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from $6,160

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Explora Uyuni

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Uyuni Salt Flats
• Experience the Uyuni Lodge
• Explore with excursions

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Bolivia / Explora Uyuni

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 5-day trip to Uyuni Salt Flats, a vast wonder at 3,665 meters elevation. Stay at Uyuni Lodge near Tunupa Volcano. Customize your exploration with a guide, choosing hikes, overland trips, or bike rides. Enjoy adventures like climbing Tunupa Volcano, biking, or exploring charming villages.

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from $5,694

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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary

• Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
• Visit the homes of local weavers
• Visit Antisana National Park
• Experience Amazon jungle lodge
• Hike scenic Cajas National Park

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Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.

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from $3,300

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Awasi Atacama Desert

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your nights in San Pedro de Atacama on these 3 to 5-night luxury Chile tours with flexible itineraries that explore the best of the Atacama like the Valley of the Moon, Lasana Valley, and the El Tatio geysers.

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