Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

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

• Hike to a viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
• Visit the unique Pia Glacier
• Explore legendary Cape Horn

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Embark on a 5-day Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis and witness pristine land where nature has reigned unchanged for millennia. Enjoy the authentic charm of this region and observe its highlights while sailing.

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from $3,066

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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

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

• Walk at Wulaia Bay trails
• Reach Pia Glacier’s viewpoint
• Zodiac to Porter Glacier

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Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Variable

A 5-day trek between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas across some of the most breathtaking scenery and remote places on the planet will take you across Patagonia. Join Stella Australis and take a Zodiac tour of Condor Glacier to see some of the many Andean condors that populate the area.

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from $5,995

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Central East & Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel at Chinese Hat’s beach
• Champion Islet reef snorkeling
• Snorkel with rays and sea lions
• See giant tortoises in Santa Cruz

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Sail through the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and encounter rare wildlife across volcanic islands. Every landing reveals iconic Galapagos species and rugged landscapes.

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from $5,995

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Northwestern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Hike Santa Cruz Highlands
• Snorkel at Pinnacle Rock
• Spot flamingos Dragon Hill
• Ride pangas in Black Turtle Cove

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Baltra / Baltra

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Hiking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Explore the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Kayak, paddleboard, and snorkel at remote coastal sites. This itinerary includes diverse marine life, birdwatching, and remote island access—all part of a complete Galapagos experience.

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from $5,395

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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Relax at Bachas Beach
• Spot red-footed boobies
• Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock

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San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach

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Variable

Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.

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from $4,827

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Amazon Discoveries: Search for the Pink Dolphin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Watch for the pink river dolphin
• Interact with local school children
• Visit a flooded ecosystem by canoe
• View the Amazon Basin from above

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Variable

Board the luxurious Manatee river boat for this unique 8-day adventure cruise through the Amazon Rainforest on the Napo River in Ecuador. Visit remote indigenous villages, take guided walks through the rainforest, and sail through some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. As you cruise the river, look out for the pink river dolphins!

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from $5,636

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

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Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $5,400

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Luxury Amazon Discovery - Low Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera

• Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
• Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
• Discover the town of Nauta

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activities

Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits

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Variable

Embark on this 4-day Amazon River luxury cruise on the Aqua Nera, from the Amazon port town of Iquitos. Your journey includes Yacapana Islands, Lake Clavero, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and the major tributaries of Ucayali and Maranon. Keep your eyes open for the mysterious pink river dolphin along the way, and enjoy activities like hiking & kayaking.

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from $3,560

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Explora Atacama

5 Day Itinerary

• Experience Puritama hot springs
• Visit Atacama Desert
• Discover Atacama's hidden gems

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Altiplánico San Pedro de Atacama / Atacama Desert

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Immerse in an all-inclusive adventure in the heart of Atacama and witness geysers, salt flats, lagoons, volcanoes, and dunes. Experience Explora's cozy lodging, including its spa and gastronomic offerings, and various excursions like a trip to the observatory to witness some of the world’s clearest skies and thermal baths in Puritama hot springs.

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from $5,240

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Luxury Amazon Explorer - Low Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

• Explore the black water river
• Watch the famous pink dolphins
• Fish for ferocious piranhas

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Iquitos / Nauta

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day river cruise through the Peruvian Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, beginning in Iquitos. Explore diverse wildlife, visit local villages, and enjoy activities like fishing and canoeing in the stunning Pacaya Samiria National Reserve before returning to Iquitos.

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from $2,130

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Patagonia Camp - Torres del Paine

4-8 Day Itinerary

• Choose from daily excursions
• Hike to the base of the towers
• Kayak or fish Toro Lake
• Search for Condors & other fauna

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Easy Active

Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of enormous Lake Toro and facing the Paine Massif, only 15 km from the Torres Del Paine Park’s administration center and close to the the main attractions that have made Torres del Paine world famous. Enjoy trekking, light hiking, fishing, kayaking as you explore Chile's famed National Park. 

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from $3,995

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Western Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Spot sea lions at Buccaneer Cove
• See wild tortoises at Urbina Bay
• Observe flamingos at Dragon Hill
• See rays at Vicente Roca

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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

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Variable

Experience a guided 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and spot iconic species like marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, and flightless cormorants. This itinerary offers nonstop wildlife viewing and rich marine life encounters across multiple visitor sites in the western Galápagos Islands.

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from $3,995

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Central East Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
• Snorkel at Chinese Hat beach
• Encounter land iguanas
• Discover three booby species

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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Variable

Sail through the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Visit key sites including Santa Cruz Highlands, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Tijeretas Hill. Spot unique wildlife such as blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and Galapagos hawks.

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from $4,247

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $3,286

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Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Cusco with a local guide
• Adventure through the Andes
• Stay in luxury lodges along the way
• Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu offers the perfect combination of traditional adventure travel and cultural immersion. This 8-day lodge-to-lodge journey will alternate between an exploration of the astounding natural scenery of the Sacred Valley and an intimate look at Andean culture, both in busy towns and in remote of mountain hamlets.

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from $2,720

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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios II

• Explore picturesque Chiloe Island
• Explore fishing town Puerto Aguirre
• Whale watch on the Corcovado Gulf
• Visit San Rafael Glacier

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Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard MV Skorpios II, beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, and sail over 800 miles through the magical age-old ice formations, glaciers, stunning archipelagos, channels, and small gulfs. Admire the vast island-peppered sea as you disembark to explore small towns and soak in the region's famed hot springs.

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from $3,506

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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 $2,795

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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel Lobos Island reef
• Explore Gardner Bay beach
• Visit Post Office Bay
• Observe waved albatross nesting

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San Cristobal / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a 4-day exciting cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water and its incredible sea life that captures the best of the Galapagos wildlife. Visit the stunning San Cristobal, Gardner Bay, Cormorant Point, and many more.

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