Top South America Trips & Tours in April 2026

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Cotopaxi Mountain Biking

4 Day Itinerary

• Bike past Inca sites and lakes
• Ride to Santa Rita Reserve
• Stay at classic haciendas

Activities

Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience the exhilarating thrill of biking Cotopaxi National Park on this 4-day active Ecuador trip. Designed for experienced and advanced bikers, this challenging and beautiful itinerary takes its bikers through Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, El Tambo Trail, The Road of the Lahars, and down Cotopaxi Volcano itself.

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from $14,700

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Galapagos Outer Loop

San Cristobal to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Origin

• Explore beaches of the Galapagos
• Visit lava fields of Sullivan Bay
• Experience wonders of Española
• Discover Galapagos Wildlife

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San Cristobal / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the luxurious Silver rigin on an 8-day adventure from San Cristobal to San Cristobal. Get to know the islands of Genovesa, North Seymour, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela Santa Cruz, and Española. 

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from $4,239

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Galapagos Group Land Adventure

Galapagos Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Sea kayak and snorkel with wildlife
• Learn about Galapagos conservation
• Cycle Isabela's Wall of Tears
• Snorkel among unique wildlife
• Trek active Sierra Negra volcano
• View giant Galapagos tortoises

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Get to know other travelers on this adventurous 8-day multisport group tour. Hike on San Cristobal Island, then kayak, snorkel, or bike your way around the Galapagos Islands, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!

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from $9,931

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Galapagos Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
• Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
• Hike across Española Island

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 15-day cruise covers all the unique wonders of the archipelago including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, San Cristobal, Española, and Floreana Islands. Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises, penguins, frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and more native species.

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from $1,434

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Trekking Chapada Diamantina

6 Day Itinerary

• Trek along streams, pools, & cliffs
• Explore large waterfalls
• Spend an evening with locals
• Hike Gerais do Vieira for views

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Challenging

This active itinerary takes you up mountain peaks, down through valleys, and into local villages. Spend 4 days trekking through Brazil's former diamond capital, Chapada Diamantina, to experience it all first-hand! Witness breathtaking views around each corner!

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from $3,440

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Explora Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary

• Discover the mysteries of Rapa Nui
• Explore iconic sites
• Experience unique culture
• Enjoy adventure sports

Starts / Ends

Easter Island / Explora Rapa Nui

Activities

Horseback Riding, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience Rapa Nui's history, culture, and landscapes on foot, by bicycle, and underwater with snorkeling and scuba diving. Enjoy a 5-day vacation at the Explora Rapa Nui hotel, surrounded by forests, grasslands, and views of the Pacific Ocean.

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from $1,137

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Napo Cultural Center - Sumak Huasi

5 Day Itinerary

• Learn about Kichwa worldview
• Encounter diverse bird species
• Experience the wayusada ritual
• Join Kichwa cultural experiences
• Hike terra firme forest trails

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Quito / Napo Cultural Center

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a 5-day adventure trip at Napo Cultural Center. Meet the Kichwa Añangu community, hike, kayak, and witness breathtaking sunsets. Explore wildlife, sustainable projects, and an intercultural center. Climb the observation tower and savor the local cuisine. Participate in the "wayusada" ritual before returning to Coca town.

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from $13,865

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Exploring Galapagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

• Encounter incredible wildlife
• Experience the Galápagos undersea
• See daybreak over Machu Picchu
• Explore massive Ollantaytambo

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Link your 9-day small ship-based Galapagos adventure aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II to a 7-day land-based exploration of the archaeological wonders of Machu Picchu and the cultural wonders of Inca Peru, historic and modern. Make the most of your travel time as your expedition team makes the transition effortless for you.

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from $6,195

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris

• Enjoy Fernandina's landscapes
• Explore Espinosa Point
• Visit Giant Tortoises at El Chato
• Discover Post Office Bay

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the shores of Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago Rabida, and Santa Cruz on this 7-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise on the Solaris. Walk along unique and colorful beaches, observe a large variety of extraordinary animals and plant species, and admire amazing geological formations. A wonderful way to experience the Galapagos!

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from $4,150

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris

• Snorkel across Gardner Bay
• Visit Punta Cormorant
• Observe Galapagos penguins

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Interpretation Center / Baltra

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Solaris on a spectacular 5-day small ship cruise across the Galapagos archipelago. Discover the wildlife-rich shores of San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Observe many unique and rare bird species, swim with sea lions, investigate amazing lava flows, and snorkel with beautiful tropical fish.

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from $12,163

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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II

• Swim and snorkel at Sullivan Bay
• Observe Darwin Bay's wildlife
• Navigate around Buccaneer Cove
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

This 15-day Galapagos cruise on the Tip Top II offers a fully immersive experience in the unique landscapes and rich wildlife shores and beaches of the archipelago. Explore the islands daily by foot, snorkel, kayak, and Zodiac cruise expeditions, and experience the most incredible close encounters with the diverse wildlife.

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from $307,705

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Private Charter - Western & Eastern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

9 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore Tagus Cove
• Marvel at Urbina Bay
• Visit Santa Cruz highlands
• Encounter diverse wildlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a private 9-day Western & Eastern Galapagos Islands trip aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Discover Bachas Beach, Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, Santiago Island, and more. Witness unique wildlife, hike, snorkel, and savor the stunning natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands.

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from $246,905

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Private Charter - Central East & Southern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
• Visit Rábida's red sand beach
• See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
• Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Central East & Southern Islands on this 8-day private cruise aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Visit Baltra and meet giant tortoises. Enjoy geological wonders and encounter diverse wildlife on Rábida, Bartolomé, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. End at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to see Galápagos tortoises and support conservation efforts.

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from $246,905

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Private Charter - Northwestern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Encounter pink flamingos
• Discover Chinese Hat
• Explore Genovesa Island
• Visit Bachas beach

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a private 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Northwestern Galapagos Islands. Explore unique wildlife, including giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón, Chinese Hat, Genovesa, and more. Enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, and diverse wildlife encounters. Finally, visit North Seymour before heading to Baltra for your flight home.

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from $222,205

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Private Charter - Southern & Northern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Enjoy exploring Española Island
• Discover Floreana's beaches
• Interact with the playful sea lion
• Explore Genovesa Island

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

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from $155,705

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
• Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
• Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
• Witness flightless cormorants

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on a 5-day private Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra.

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from $155,705

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Private Charter - Central East Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike to Bartolomé's summit
• Land at South Plaza for forest walk
• Greet playful sea lions

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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 5-day private cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.

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from $153,000

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Private Charter - Darwin's Odyssey Aboard Tribute

7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

• Explore Santa Cruz
• Visit Punta Moreno
• Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
• See flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Snorkeling, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day private Darwin's Odyssey cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz for giant tortoises, snorkel with playful sea creatures, hike Sierra Negra volcano, and witness unique wildlife like flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins.

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