Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2027

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East Galapagos

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Observe a variety of wildlife
• Explore El Barranco
• Discover Bahía Sullivan lava flows
• Enjoy views of iconic Pinnacle Rock

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Baltra / Osborn Islet

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Immerse yourself in a pristine ecosystem rich with endemic wildlife on this 8-day East Galapagos cruise aboard Aqua Mare. Visit Playa Las Bachas, El Barranco, Bahía Sullivan, Cerro Dragón, El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve, Punta Suarez, and Santa Fe.

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from $7,479

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Andes to Caribbean Multisport

12 Day Itinerary

• Hike the Las Cárcavas & Ráquira
• Bike through iconic sites of Bogota
• Raft on Rio Fonce
• Learn about the ancient Tayrona

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Bogota / Cartagena

Activities

Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Moderate

On this 12-day active multisport tour of Colombia, you'll hike, bike, and whitewater raft through the Andes before descending to the Caribbean coast to the Tayrona National Park and charming and historic Cartagena. Along the way, you'll see Chicamocha Gorge, tour an authentic coffee hacienda, and hike to the lost stone city of El Pueblito.

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from $2,487

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Classic W Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Hike to the base of the towers
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

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Punta Arenas / Santiago

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience the world's ultimate hiking adventure trekking the W Trek in Torres del Paine, Chile. 6 of the 8 days are spent trekking the Paso Los Cuernos trail towards Refugio Los Cuernos and down into the French Valley. Experience panoramic views of Grey Glacier, witness the gigantic spires of El Paine, and enjoy a stay at EcoCamp.

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from $4,043

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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

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Manu National Park, the most biologically diverse place on the planet, like virtually no one else can: camp inside the park at the Manu Wildlife Tent Camp. Delight in the sights and sounds of this 1.8 million-hectare jungle paradise.

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from $2,950

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Rio de Janeiro and Amazon Clipper Cruise

8 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Learn about local flora and fauna
• Canoe along the Rio Negro

Starts / Ends

Rio de Janeiro / Manaus

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

During your visit to Rio de Janerio, visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Fly to Manaus, the entrance of the Brazilian Amazon, and embark the Amazon Clipper for a 4-day cruise along the wildlife rich waters of the Rio Negro, one of the Amazon River's largest tributaries.

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from $851

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Explore Otavalo Market and Valley

3 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $5,637

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Fitz Roy & Glaciers Trekking

8 Day Itinerary

• Trek the classic Fitz Roy route
• Enjoy two nights of camping
• Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
• Optional rafting or ice trekking

Activity Level

Challenging

Begin your holiday Argentina hiking expedition by flying to Patagonia's El Calafate and then driving El Chalten, where you'll hike among glaciers and towering granite spires in the world-famous Fitz Roy Range, taking to the backcountry on a 4-day trek.

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from $6,795

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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer

• Visit the South Shetland Islands
• Drake Passage navigation
• Explore Puerto Williams
• Chance to visit Cape Horn

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

The Antarctica Express Air cruise is a compact 6-day expedition. Begin in Punta Arenas, Chile, with a flight to King George Island to explore penguin colonies, ice-filled bays, and Antarctic wildlife. Sail through the Drake Passage, spot seabirds and whales, and, weather permitting, land at Cape Horn. Conclude in Ushuaia, Argentina.

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from $7,200

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Luxury Amazon Explorer - High Water

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera

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

Starts / Ends

Nauta / Iquitos

Activities

Fishing, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a luxurious 5-day cruise exploring the Amazon on the Aqua Nera. Expert guides take you each day by skiff to explore the flooded forest and local villages. Learn about the medicinal properties of the plants, spot the incredible wildlife, and experience the rainforest with activities like piranha fishing, trekking, and bird and monkey spotting.

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from $3,899

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Rio de Janeiro and Uakari Amazon Lodge

9 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Learn about local flora and fauna
• Canoe through flooded forests

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Rio de Janeiro / Uakari Floating Lodge

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend three days in Brazil's iconic Rio de Janerio, where you'll visit Corcovado and Sugarloaf, the two iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Spend a day exploring Manaus, the entrance of the Brazilian Amazon, before your 4-day Amazon adventure based out of the floating Eco-lodge, Uakari.

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from $2,720

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Kaweskar Route

Puerto Natales Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios III

• Observe Amalia Glacier
• Sail across the ice at Calvo Fjord
• Walk in a small native forest
• Cruise along White Angostura Island

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

Activity Level

Variable

Sail along the Kaweskar Route during this 5-day small ship cruise from Puerto Natales through the Magellanic fjords and channels of Chilean Patagonia. Enjoy daily land explorations on the Amalia, El Brujo, Bernal, and Alsina Glaciers and the area of Fiordo Calvo.

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from $18,395

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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Witness Antarctic wildlife
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Visit research stations
• Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
• Witness massive icebergs

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition aboard World Voyager. Antarctic cruise, exploring Ushuaia, the Drake Passage, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, whales, and breathtaking ice landscapes on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

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from $3,930

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Luxury Amazon Discovery - High Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

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

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Iquitos / Nauta

Activity Level

Variable

From the Amazon port town of Iquitos, Peru, embark on this 4-day Amazon River luxury cruise on the Aria Amazon, hosting your journey includes Yacapana Islands, Lake Clavero, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and the major tributaries of Ucayali and Maranon. Get to know the local cultures and incredible biodiversity of this dense jungle.

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from $7,341

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Argentina Patagonia Explorer

11 Day Itinerary

• Trek the classic Fitz Roy route
• Enjoy two nights of camping
• Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
• Enjoy unique views of Bariloche
• Visit regional craft beer factories
• Kayak at Lake Nahuel Huapi

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Buenos Aires / El Calafate

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Begin your holiday Argentina hiking expedition by flying to Patagonia's El Calafate and then driving El Chalten, where you'll hike among glaciers and towering granite spires in the world-famous Fitz Roy Range. Discover Bariloche, the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoor activities.

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from $32,870

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Visit Karukinka Natural Park

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 18-day Antarctica expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Chilean fjords, Patagonia’s landscapes, and Torres del Paine. Encounter penguins, whales, and glaciers on this epic adventure.

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from $17,195

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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Join this ultimate wildlife cruise
• Discover incomparable landscapes
• Visit Shackleton's resting place
• Explore Stanley, Falkland Islands

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, exploring vibrant cities and diverse wildlife, including penguins and whales. Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, and the bird-filled Falkland Islands before concluding your journey across the South Atlantic.

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from $62,490

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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• VIsit Falkland coastal charm
• Experience Stanley’s heritage
• Admire South Georgia’s mountains
• Visit Grytviken’s whaling ruins

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 20-day cruise from Buenos Aires aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring remote polar destinations like the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience diverse wildlife, historic sites, and dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable expedition.

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from $29,757

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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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Buenos Aires / Chile

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

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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