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An expedition to South America is not for the weak of heart. The most exciting and engaging way to experience all this land has to offer is by experiencing it on an active tour. You can kayak down blackwater rivers of the Amazon jungle, where caiman crocodiles and pink river dolphins patrol the waters. Or snorkel alongside sea turtles & marine iguanas in the clear blue seas of the Galapagos Islands. If your legs are up for it, then you can hike along Ecuador's Avenue of the Volcanoes or Peru's renowned Machu Picchu, high in the Andes. Mountain biking and rafting are also fun ways to soar or splash through the beautiful biodiversity that this continent hosts. If it's adventure you seek, then Adventure Life is here to make your dreams come true. 
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Santa Cruz Highlands
from $4,768
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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.
  • Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
  • Trek to a fresh water lake
  • Learn about local conservation
  • Explore Tortuga Bay
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Mt Fitz Roy and hikers
from $6,546
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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking

14 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
A complete hiking and trekking adventure that combines the best of both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia travel! This two-week journey pairs our Argentina Glacier Adventure itinerary with the Classic W Trek trip, for those hearty hikers in search of southern South America's breathtaking backcountry scenery.
  • Ultimate Patagonia trekking trip
  • Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Hike W Trek & Fitz Roy
  • Explore a subantarctic beech forest
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Salt flats at Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flat Crossing adventure
from $8,400
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Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flat Crossing

Explora Travesia program - 8 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Atacama Desert / Explora Uyuni
Activities
Hiking, Biking, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 8-day Explora Travesia from Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle across high plains, volcanoes, and old trade routes with expert guides. Stay in mountain lodges and a lodge near Uyuni, connecting with local communities. Hike to Tunupa Volcano, bike the salt flats, and see geysers, lagoons, and rock formations in the Altiplano.
  • Explore Atacama & Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Witness scenic landscapes and views
  • Visit spots in Chile and Bolivia
  • Discover the Tunupa Volcano
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $8,079
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.
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from $8,425
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Classic Galapagos Safari & Isabela

7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Los Gemelos (Twin Craters) / Las Tintoreras
Activity Level
Moderate
Luxury camping in one of the world's most remarkable archipelagos. The Galapagos Safari Camp tour is perfect for the traveler that prefers his or her tours active and want to stay in a unique location, not just your standard hotel.
  • Discover Santa Cruz Island
  • Snorkel across Floreana
  • Admire unique wildlife
  • Enjoy Isabela's sandy beaches
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Trekking in Patagonia
from $4,405
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Patagonia Hiking Express

9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Enjoy an adventurous 9-day Patagonia Express hiking and trekking trip exploring Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, El Calafate, and Chile's Torres del Paine.
  • Hike to the Base of the Towers
  • Premier day hikes in El Chalten
  • Ice trekking on Perito Moreno
  • Explore all that Patagonia offers
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $6,735
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Galapagos Family Safari Camp

6 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Santa Cruz / Charles Darwin Center
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Relaxed
This incredible 6-day Galapagos family safari offers a variety of activities and engaging educational experiences for both parents and children including a chance to enjoy the exotic beauty of the Galapagos while supporting a fantastic social and conservation initiative such as fishing.
  • Snorkel at the Galapagos Islands
  • Visit the beautiful Cerro Mesa
  • Discover Garrapatero Beach
  • Enjoy a unique fishing day
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from $2,806
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All Inclusive Nayara Alto Atacama Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
San Pedro de Atacama / Santiago
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy a 5-day All-Inclusive Nayara Alto Atacama tour near San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. Visit salt flats, geysers, lagoons, and Andean peaks with expert guides. Try stargazing with a private telescope and enjoy small-group excursions. The lodge blends with its surroundings, offering views and a sustainable desert stay.
  • Experience Nayara Alto Atacama
  • Join excursions and explore
  • Experience cultural tours
  • Stargazing in middle of a desert
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Amazon sunset
from $5,246
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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Cooking Classes, Hacienda Visits, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.
  • Bike Pichincha Volcano
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Zipline over Mindo canopy
  • Hike Cotopaxi National Park
  • Kayak the Shiripuno River
  • Spot endemic wildlife in Yasuni
  • Visit a remote Waorani village
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Whitewater rafting adventure tour of Chile's Rio Futaleufu
from $6,000
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Futaleufu Wild Whitewater

9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This whitewater adventure takes you into the heart of spectacular Patagonia and on an electrifying rafting journey. On this 9-day trip, enjoy 4 days whitewater rafting and time for horseback riding, fly fishing, and more. Days are spent splashing down the river, through Class III, IV, and even a Class V rapid! Luxury camping, horseback riding and kayaking!
  • Tackle world famous rapids
  • Explore stunning valleys & canyons
  • Kayak the stunning Rio Azul
  • Choose from many activities at camp
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Playful sea lions
from $5,368
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
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!
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
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Sea kayaking in Patagonia
from $5,180
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Torres del Paine Multisport

6 Day Itinerary
Activities
Horseback Riding, Fishing
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Torres del Paine in this multisport tour of Patagonia's best while hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, and trekking! With EcoCamp as your home base, explore magnificent Patagonian mountains, glaciers lakes and rivers spotting guanacos and ostrich-like rheas.
  • Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
  • Biking with views of the Towers
  • Horseback ride with gaucho guides
  • Hike to the base of the towers
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The largest salt flat in the world, Uyuni in Bolivia
from $5,560
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Explora Uyuni

5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Bolivia / Explora Uyuni
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 5-day trip to Uyuni Salt Flats, a vast wonder at 3,665 meters elevation. Stay at Uyuni Lodge near Tunupa Volcano. Customize your exploration with a guide, choosing hikes, overland trips, or bike rides. Enjoy adventures like climbing Tunupa Volcano, biking, or exploring charming villages.
  • Explore the Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Experience the Uyuni Lodge
  • Explore with excursions
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The snow-capped magnificence of the Fitz Roy Mount Range
from $4,967
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Patagonia Los Glaciares Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
El Calafate / El Calafate
Activities
Camping, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking
Activity Level
Challenging
On this 8-day Patagonia Los Glaciares Adventure, hike to Laguna de los Tres for Mt. Fitz Roy views, then to Laguna Torre through forests. At Estancia Bonanza, ride a 4x4, and hike a Via Ferrata. Visit a Patagonian estancia to enjoy a lamb asado. Return to El Calafate for a Greet & Eat Dinner, then trek on Perito Moreno before a private transfer.
  • Hike exploration
  • Greet and eat dinner with locals
  • OVO Patagonia experience
  • Estancia Bonanza experience
  • Mini-trek at Perito Moreno glacier
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)
from $3,991
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
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Mt Veronica - It is a beautiful mountain!
from $4,008
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Salkantay & Classic Inca Trail Trek

12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Challenging
This 12-day trek takes you along the legendary route of the Inca Trail, through the Sacred Valley and exploring the traditional colonial town of Cusco - hiking through mountain passes, glacier carved valleys, and ultimately leading to the renowned Sun Gate of Machu Picchu.
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Perito Moreno Glacier
from $3,238
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Hiking Los Glaciares

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
This 7-day hiking tour through Argentina's Patagonia brings you among glaciers and towering granite spires in the Fitz Roy Range. After that, it's on to Los Glaciares National Park for a hike to the thunderous Perito Moreno Glacier and a stay at a historic estancia before concluding your vacation in Buenos Aires.
  • Hike to view Mount Fitz Roy
  • Search for Patagonian wildlife
  • Trek along glacial lakes & valleys
  • Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
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Mountains of the Salta province in northwest Argentina
from $4,495
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Northwest Trek

9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Journey through wine country, visit pre-inca ruins and trek through canyon lands and desert landscapes of Argentina's remote Northwest.
  • Tour the ruins of Quilmes
  • Hike Las Conchas Gorge
  • Trek the Cachi Mountains
  • Explore the colonial town of Salta
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