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from $3,641
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Manu Explorer

8 Day Itinerary
  • See giant otters in oxbow lakes
  • Visit Macaw Clay Lick Project
  • Fall asleep to the forest sounds
  • Enjoy the changing scenery
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore the Manu Cloud Forest wildlife safari through the breathtaking ecosystems of southeastern Peru. This 8-day journey takes you from the lofty Andean highlands and rugged puna grasslands into lush cloud forests alive with colorful birdlife, exotic flora, and diverse wildlife.
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Keep an eye to the rainforest canopy for an array of wildlife in Madidi National Park in Bolivia
from $1,585
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Madidi Jungle Ecolodge

Bolivian Amazon - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Search for Bolivian wildlife
  • Enjoys views Madidi National Park
  • Learn about traditional customs
  • Explore the town of Rurrenabaque
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La Paz / La Paz
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day tour of Bolivia's Amazon takes you to Madidi National Park, where you'll stay 2 nights in Madidi Jungle Ecolodge - Owned and operated by an indigenous community in Bolivia. Here, learn to see the jungle through the eyes of the local Quechua Indians as you explore and look for wildlife and learn about traditional farming & cuisine.
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The port town of Ushuaia
from $51,705
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Highlights of Antarctica, Argentina and Brazil

Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Admire Ushuaia’s southern charm
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Marvel at Iguazu Falls
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 22-day expedition cruise and land journey from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro aboard Scenic Eclipse, exploring Antarctica and South America. Experience wildlife adventures, visit Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls, and end your journey in vibrant Rio de Janeiro.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $22,317
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago / Puerto Natales
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Variable
Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 
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Trek the Route of the Parks of Patagonia
from $7,150
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Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North

10 Day Itinerary
  • Rafting adventure on Petrohue River
  • Cochamo Valley Exploration
  • Paddling in Reloncaví Fjord
  • Trek the North Patagonian Andes
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas
Activities
Village Visits, Hiking, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
On the 10-day Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North tour, explore Puerto Varas and the Chilean Patagonia Lake District. Highlights include a walking tour along Lake Llanquihue, rafting on the Petrohue River, a visit to Cochamo Valley, and a paddling adventure in the Reloncavi Fjord. Conclude the trip with a trek through the North Patagonian Andes.
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Beautiful Galapagos landscape
from $10,000
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
  • Take incredible photos of landscape
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy 15 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .
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Don\'t get too close
from $4,532
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Guyana Rainforest

6 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Georgetown’s historic markets
  • Paddle the Burro Burro River
  • Hike Surama Mountain trails
  • Visit majestic Kaieteur Falls
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day adventure blends Guyanese culture with rainforest wilderness. Explore Georgetown's markets and colonial sights, then fly inland to Surama, a Macushi village. Climb Surama Mountain, sleep in a riverside hammock camp, and paddle the Burro Burro River for wildlife before a flight to Kaieteur, the world's tallest single-drop waterfall.
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Enjoying the landscape of Lencois Maranhenses National Park
from $2,034
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Lençóis Maranhenses Trekking

6 Day Itinerary
  • Trek through dunes & lagoons
  • Swim in clear freshwater pools
  • Explore the town of Baixa Grande
  • Walk the charming streets of Atins
Activity Level
Moderate
Lencois Maranhenses Trekking 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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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $36,157
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Chilean fjords glacier sailing
  • Torres del Paine discovery
  • Francisco Coloane whale watching
  • Kayak near Antarctica’s landscapes
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Santiago
Activities
Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Antarctica and southern Chile on an 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s icy wilderness. Navigate through towering glaciers, remote fjords, and protected marine parks. Experience exploration through narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels.
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Whale bones at the Grytviken whaling station
from $16,136
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South Georgia & Falklands From Punta Arenas to Montevideo

Santiago - Montevideo - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Sail toward South Georgia
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Explore Falkland Islands
  • Watch migrating whales
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Montevideo
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Camping, Whale Watching, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day expedition aboard MS Fram from Santiago to Montevideo via South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Encounter remarkable wildlife, explore remote landscapes, and enjoy immersive expedition experiences guided by expert naturalists.
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The Amazon River
from $12,260
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Luxury Amazon Expeditions Cruise - High Water

Roundtrip Iquitos - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Discover Iquitos cuisine
  • Spot Yanayacu Yacapana wildlife
  • Learn about Amazon fierce piranhas
  • Visit Clavero Lake villagers
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Amazon River cruise on the Aqua Nera, starting with a warm welcome and local cuisine in Iquitos. Explore rivers, wildlife, artisan markets, and conservation efforts, concluding your journey with a visit to the Manatee Rescue Center.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $9,945
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Island Circumnavigation

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
  • Observe mola-mola sunfish
  • Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
  • Visit South Plaza Islands
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day cruise offers incredible snorkeling, hiking, and kayaking adventures all around the Galapagos archipelago in style. Gourmet cuisine, the best guides, and spacious & stylish cabins guarantee a top-notch luxury cruising experience second to none.
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