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What better way to experience the natural wonders of South America than on a camping trip? Choose one of the 51 South America camping and glamping trips below as the base of your ideal customized itinerary visiting hot spots such as Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, and Punta Arenas. The below itineraries that include camping can be organized as a private tour or a part of a small group tour. Our South America camping and glamping adventures are accompanied by plenty of opportunities for Hiking, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, and Village Visits. Contact one of the South America outdoor experts at Adventure Life to start planning your ideal South America camping trip. 
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Mt Fitz Roy and hikers
from $6,546
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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking

14 Day Itinerary
  • Ultimate Patagonia trekking trip
  • Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Hike W Trek & Fitz Roy
  • Explore a subantarctic beech forest
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.
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Enjoying a mountain bike ride
from $4,986
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Sacred Valley & Lake Titicaca Multisport

12 Day Itinerary
  • Whitewater raft the Urubamba River
  • Bike past lakes, farms, & villages
  • Trek the Queñua Sundur Valley
  • Kayak around Lake Titicaca
Activity Level
Moderate
This active 12-day tour through Peru blends exhilarating multi-sport adventures like whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, trekking, and mountain biking around Cusco & the Sacred Valley climaxing in an unforgettable trip to Machu Picchu. Then, travel south to Puno and go sea kayaking on Lake Titicaca visiting Amantani and Ticonata Islands.
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Our guide as the sun breaks through the clouds
from $3,338
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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore floating islands
  • Visit the highlights of Cusco
  • Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Activities
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Homestays
Activity Level
Challenging
This two-week trek explores the ancient and revered pathway known as the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Spend 4 days hiking the 26-mile Inca Trail, culminating in Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate. This tour also spends time before the trek acclimating and exploring Lake Titicaca and Cusco.
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Mt Veronica - It is a beautiful mountain!
from $4,053
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Salkantay & Classic Inca Trail Trek

12 Day Itinerary
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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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Paddling through rapids
from $3,585
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Sacred Valley Multisport Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Cusco's largest open market
  • Enjoy Rafting on the Urubamba River
  • See beautiful Piuray Lake
  • Hike through famous Incan sites
Activity Level
Moderate
This tour blends the most famous highlights of Peru with exhilarating multisport adventures including whitewater rafting, kayaking, trekking, and mountain biking. A great choice for first time Peru visitors and return travelers as well!
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Machu Picchu at sunrise
from $2,996
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Classic Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
  • Trek the classic Inca Trail
  • Explore the highlights of Cusco
  • Visit several Inca ruin sites
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
Activity Level
Challenging
Follow in the footsteps of the Inca on this classic 10-day Inca Trail Trek. Acclimatize for three days as you explore Inca ruins and bargain at busy Andean markets in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before embarking on the 4-day 25 mile (40km) trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Spend a full day-and-a-half in the ruins of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco on the train.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $7,864
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
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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Couple looks out over Machu Picchu
from $1,938
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Inca Trail Express

5 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This 5-day trip spends 4 days hiking the Inca Trail then visits Machu Picchu for a full day exploring the ruins. Hike with expert guides and enjoy deluxe camping to assure the best possible experience. Travelers are required to spend a minimum of two nights at high altitude before the trek, usually in Cusco, Sacred Valley, or Lake Titicaca.
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Boating by lily pads in Guyana
from $4,743
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Guyana Jungle Survival

7 Day Itinerary
  • Learn jungle survival skills
  • Spot wildlife in Iwokrama Forest
  • Visit Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls
  • Explore Georgetown with your guide
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this weeklong hands-on Guyana adventure tour you'll experience what it really takes to survive in the jungle with instruction in fire- and shelter-building, scavenging for food, and basic survival skills from your local Amerindian Guide. It also includes visit to the Amazonian Iwokrama Forest and Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls and the Surama Village.
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Taking in close-up views of glaciers
from $4,950
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Explore Aysen and Patagonia National Park

7 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Sail to San Rafael Glacier
  • Raft down the Baker River
  • Explore Lake Bertrand
  • Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
  • Visit Patgonia National Park
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Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this 7-day tour to reconnect with nature and admire the memorable landscapes of the remote region of Aysen, Chile. Admire the scenery and experience an unforgettable hike across the magnificent mountains of Patagonia.
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Sun Gate and La Veronica
from $2,968
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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Encounter local people as you trek
  • View the Urubamba mountain range
  • Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
  • Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu
Activity Level
Challenging
The Cachiccata Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This cultural hike explores Peruvian history, and also visits modern Inca communities and customs. This route was cultivated by the Cachiccata community and your local guides will delight in sharing their culture and history. Come and discover this hidden trekking treasure of Peru!
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Baker River, Aysen
from $12,800
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Best of Aysen

13 Day Itinerary
  • Drive through Carretera Austral
  • Experience top lodges of Patagonia
  • Hike in Queulat National Park
  • Experience Lake General Carrera
Starts / Ends
Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activities
Hiking, Camping, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Horseback Riding, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the Aysen region on a 13-day guided tour through Chilean Patagonia. Travel the Carretera Austral, visit Marble Caves, Queulat Park, and the Baker River. Stay in top lodges like Puyuhuapi, Mallin Colorado, and Explora. Hike in Patagonia National Park before returning to Balmaceda.
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Remote region of Aysen
from $5,990
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Wild Aysen and Cerro Castillo Trek

9 Day Itinerary
  • Trekking in Cerro Castillo
  • Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Hike in Patagonia National Park
  • Raft down the Baker River
  • Explore Lake Bertrand
  • Visit Cerro Castillo
Starts / Ends
Coyhaique / Balmaceda
Activity Level
Moderate
On this 9-day tour, trek through Cerro Castillo National Park, one of the most spectacular and remote places in Chilean Patagonia, and stay in comfortable cabins overlooking Lake General Carrera. Enjoy the rugged landscapes of Aysen and be captivated by the Northern Patagonian scenery.
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Amazon sunset
from $5,246
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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary
  • 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
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Biking, Cooking Classes, Hacienda Visits
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.
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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
  • Hike exploration
  • Greet and eat dinner with locals
  • OVO Patagonia experience
  • Estancia Bonanza experience
  • Mini-trek at Perito Moreno glacier
Starts / Ends
El Calafate / El Calafate
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.
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
from $4,830
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Chelenko Experience

8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Hike to San Rafael Glacier
  • Visit Puerto Guadal
  • Explore the local area
  • Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
  • Visit Patgonia National Park
Starts / Ends
Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Aysen on an 8-day Chelenko tour. Drive from Balmaceda to Puerto Tranquilo on Lake General Carrera. Kayak the Marble Caves, hike Exploradores Valley, and cruise to San Rafael Glacier. At Mallin Colorado, ride or hike and visit an organic farm. Hunt fossils in Puerto Guadal and explore Baker River, bike Bahia Murta, then transfer to Coyhaique.
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Mountains of the Salta province in northwest Argentina
from $4,495
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Northwest Trek

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the ruins of Quilmes
  • Hike Las Conchas Gorge
  • Trek the Cachi Mountains
  • Explore the colonial town of Salta
Activity Level
Challenging
Journey through wine country, visit pre-inca ruins and trek through canyon lands and desert landscapes of Argentina's remote Northwest.
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Santa Valley (Callejón de Huaylas). Near Huaraz
from $2,725
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Cordillera Blanca Trek

10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Ultimate
On this tour we trek high into the Andes, the world's second largest mountain range. Spend a few free days in Huaraz before setting out on a 5 day hike into the breathtaking Cordillera Blanca. Our journey will take you through vastly changing landscapes including forests, prairies, and ice cold glacial lakes.
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