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from $3,795
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Cerro Castillo Hike

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Laguna Verde and Morro Negro
  • Experience Neozelandes basecamp
  • Explore glacial lake Laguna Duff
  • Experience Chile's Aysen region
Starts / Ends
Balmaceda / Villa Cerro Castillo
Activities
Hiking, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Patagonia on a 5-day Cerro Castillo trek in Chile’s Aysen region. Hike to Neozelandes basecamp, climb to Laguna Verde and Morro Negro, and visit hidden Laguna Duff. Enjoy native forests, alpine views, and wildlife. Includes local lodging, campsite meals, and transfers from Villa Cerro Castillo to Balmaceda Airport.
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Canopy walk through the heart of the rainforest
from $1,750
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River

Iquitos Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Meet and visit with locals
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
La Perla hosts this 4-day Amazon cruise from Iquitos. Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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Woman jumping! Salar de Uyuni
from $2,954
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Uyuni and Colored Lagoons

5 Day Itinerary
  • View pink flamingos in the desert
  • See ancient mummies in the museum
  • Visit Uynui Salt Flats
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La Paz / La Paz
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 5-day tour will give you a taste of Bolivia's geological diversity from volcanoes to ancient salt flats. Explore the region of Uyuni famous home of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space, before traveling south where the lagoons are vibrantly colored from the thermal activity.
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Relax in the waters of Fernando de Noronha
from $3,858
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Undiscovered Brazil

13 Day Itinerary
  • Trek through dunes & lagoons
  • Swim in clear freshwater pools
  • Explore the beaches of Jericoacoara
  • Rise early & view dolphins playing
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Moderate
Undiscovered Brazil is a Brazil tour itinerary offered through Adventure Life. Review the day-by-day highlights and what's included, or contact a trip planner to customize the itinerary to your travel dates and interests.
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River in the Amazon Rainforest
from $6,000
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Amazon Discovery - High Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • Visit Amazon Natural Park
  • Kayak Yanayacu River
  • Join an Amazon piranha fishing
  • See Fundo Casual wildlife
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Kayaking, Fishing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through the Amazon on a 4-day cruise aboard Delfin I from Iquitos to Nauta. Explore flooded forests, meet local communities, spot pink dolphins, and visit the Amazon Natural Park. Experience guided excursions, unique wildlife, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
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Sea lion and scuba diver
from $4,590
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North and West Islands - Diving Itinerary

Santa Cruz to North Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul
  • Dive at Darwin’s Arch
  • Walk North Seymour trails
  • Discover Cousin’s Rock
  • Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Dive into the world-renowned waters of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise aboard Danubio Azul. This liveaboard expedition explores remote diving sites including Darwin’s Arch, Wolf Island, and Cape Marshall. Discover some of the planet’s richest marine ecosystems on this unforgettable adventure.
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Enjoy a sightseeing trip in a canoe.
from $3,500
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Into the Wild Amazon

Roundtrip Manaus - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tucano
  • Explore Anavilhanas Archipelago
  • Discover Manaus’ Rio Negro
  • Venture into igapo forests
  • Witness Amazon wildlife
Starts / Ends
Manaus / Manaus
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day Amazon cruise aboard the M/Y Tucano to explore the Rio Negro's stunning biodiversity. Experience guided excursions through rainforest environments, wildlife spotting, and interactions with local communities.
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King  Penguin chicks at Volunteer Point
from $8,286
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Falklands Quest

15 Day Itinerary
  • Observe diverse wildlife
  • Experience the Falkland Islands
  • Visit local communities
  • Learn about island life
Activity Level
Relaxed
Spend two weeks exploring the Falklands. See wildlife on Saunders, Pebble, and Sea Lion islands; visit war museums in Port Howard and Stanley; and enjoy free time on Carcass Island. Throughout your trip, meet the islanders and experience their hospitality. A full Falklands adventure.
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from $2,090
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Trekking Ecuador's Avenue of Volcanoes

8 Day Itinerary
  • Witness Cotopaxi volcano
  • Trek along Toachi canyon
  • Explore Chimborazo Volcano
  • Discover Llanganates National Park
Starts / Ends
Cotopaxi / Quito
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience an exciting 8-day Avenue of Volcanoes adventure trip. Hike, and witness stunning views of Cotopaxi, Quilotoa Lake, and Chimborazo. Explore Llanganates National Park, indulge in outdoor activities in Baños, and visit captivating waterfalls. Conclude in Quito City.
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The Sunken Temple
from $2,114
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Ancient Cultures

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the city of La Paz
  • Tour Moon & Sun Islands
  • Climb El Calvario & enjoy the view
Activities
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
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.
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Hear no evil, see no evil
from $3,634
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Manu Biosphere

8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Andean history of Cusco
  • Visit the lush cloud forest
  • Learn about the local ecology
  • View parrots at a macaw clay lick
Starts / Ends
Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 8-day Amazon safari adventure from the Andes to the lush jungles of Puerto Maldonado and the remarkable Manu Biosphere Reserve. Journey deep into one of South America’s largest protected areas and explore the remote Manu Wildlife Center. Complete your Peru adventure with two days in colonial Cusco, immersing yourself in rich Andean culture and history.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $2,205
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Northern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
  • See Bachas Beach's floating pier
  • Admire El Barranco's amazing views
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the Norhern Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard Nemo II
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