Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

• View endemic wildlife
• Discover scenic coastlines
• See varied islands and habitats
• Experience the Galápagos undersea

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Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.

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from $9,100

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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

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

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Whale Watching

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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 $13,031

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Galapagos Escape

7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
• Walk along colonies of seabirds
• Visit Pinnacle Rock
• See red-footed boobies and lizards

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Guayaquil / Guayaquil

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Discover the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $15,795

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Central East & Southern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
• Visit Rábida's red sand beach
• See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
• Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos

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Baltra / Baltra

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Explore Central East & Southern Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Visit Baltra and meet giant tortoises. Enjoy geological wonders and encounter diverse wildlife on Rábida, Bartolomé, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. End at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to see Galápagos tortoises and support conservation efforts.

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from $15,795

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Northwestern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Encounter pink flamingos
• Discover Chinese Hat
• Explore Genovesa Island
• Visit Bachas beach

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Baltra / Baltra

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Embark on an 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Northwestern Galapagos Islands. Explore unique wildlife, including giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón, Chinese Hat, Genovesa, and more. Enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, and diverse wildlife encounters. Finally, visit North Seymour before heading to Baltra for your flight home.

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from $7,750

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Northern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Spot giant tortoises in Highlands
• Visit Cerro Dragón and see iguanas
• Explore Genovesa Island's paradise

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Baltra / Baltra

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Embark on a 4-day North & Central Islands cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Observe Santa Cruz Highlands' giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Journey to Dragon Hill, home to land iguanas and flamingos then visit Chinese Hat. Explore El Barranco cliffs and Darwin Bay's bird paradise. Conclude with a marine life excursion in Black Turtle Cove.

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from $10,450

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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

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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 $9,400

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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

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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 $5,519

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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Explore Cape Horn cliffs
• Witness Pia Glacier calving
• Visit Ainsworth Bay wildlife
• Spot penguins on Magdalena

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Sail through Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise. Visit Cape Horn, explore majestic glaciers, hike through pristine forests, and witness penguins and diverse wildlife aboard the Stella Australis.

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from $5,519

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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Cruise through the Beagle Channel
• Spot Magellanic penguins
• Hike to viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
• Zodiac to Porter Glacier

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Embark on a 9-day expedition cruise through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego aboard MV Stella Australis. Experience the remote landscapes of Patagonia aboard a comfortable expedition ship designed for adventure in one of the most pristine regions on Earth.

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from $5,232

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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III

• Kayak black-water lagoons
• Watch for Amazon wildlifeVisit loca
• Explore Lima
• Visit local ribereños

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Lima / Lima

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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Photography Seminars

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Embark on a 6-day Amazon River expedition aboard Delfin III. Explore Pacaya-Samiria Reserve by skiff and kayak, observe pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Visit local ribereños communities and support sustainable initiatives in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.

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from $10,095

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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike to Bartolomé's summit
• Land at South Plaza for forest walk
• Greet playful sea lions

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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.

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from $8,350

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Western & South Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
• Hike lava fields at Sullivan Bay
• See flightless cormorants
• Visit Charles Darwin Station

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Baltra / Baltra

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Set sail on a 12-day Western and South Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and explore the region’s most diverse landscapes and wildlife. Discover rare species like flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, and giant tortoises.

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from $8,690

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Western and Central Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Visit Las Bachas Beach
• See North Seymour's wildlife
• Visit Espinoza Point, Fernandina
• Visit Vicente Roca snorkeling spot

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Baltra / Baltra

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Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Discover the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/C Monique on an 8-day cruise through Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago. Experience unique wildlife and natural wonders across iconic sites like Pinnacle Rock, Darwin Lake, and Espinoza Point.

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from $8,750

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Luxury Amazon Expedition - Low Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

• Discover Ucayali River wildlife
• Engage with Amazonian ribereños
• Observe Tahuayo River birdlife
• Visit Nauta’s bustling market

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Iquitos / Nauta

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Rainforest Exploration, Local Market Visits, Fishing

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Embark on an 8-day cruise through Peru's Amazon on the Aria Amazon, starting in Iquitos and exploring the Ucayali River, wildlife, and local villages. Finish your adventure with a visit to the Manatee Rescue Center before returning home.

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from $6,450

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Western & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• See Espinosa Point's marine iguanas
• Kayak in Black Turtle Cove
• Observe flightless cormorants
• Spot boobies at Pitt Point

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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 9-day Galapagos Islands expedition aboard M/Y Monserrat. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.

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from $5,990

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Ultimate Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

• Admire the rainforest landscape
• Meet the legendary pink dolphin
• Visit an observation tower
• Yasuni National Park exploration

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Board the M/V Anakonda for an 8-day unique cruise through the Ecuadorian Rainforest. Visit remote Amazonian villages, sail through unique and fragile ecosystems, and experience close encounters with the teeming wildlife of the Yasuni National Park.

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from $3,066

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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Explore Ainsworth Bay
• Visit Pia Glacier
• See wildlife in Tierra del Fuego

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Sail for remote and beautiful corners of the world on this 5-day itinerary aboard the MV Stella Australis through southern Patagonia. Begin in Punta Arenas and make your way to Ushuaia, stopping to view glaciers, marvel at impressive ice fields, explore historical sites, and visit the unique wildlife of the region.

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