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Hiking Los Glaciares, with views of the famous spires of Torres del Paine
from $9,695
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Deep Patagonia: Tierra del Fuego & the Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia to Valparaiso - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore legendary Cape Horn
  • Cruise Beagle Channel waters
  • Discover Torres del Paine
  • Visit Castro Chiloe Island
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Ushuaia / Valparaiso
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Chilean Patagonia aboard MV Discoverer on a 15-day voyage. Cruise through fjords, channels, and islands, visit Cape Horn, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine, Chiloe, and Valparaiso, spot wildlife, ride Zodiacs, and discover remote coastal communities across southern Chile and Patagonia.
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Guests explore the Amazon Dorado River at night by Skiff, Argentina
from $9,501
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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima to Lima - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II
  • Kayak black-water lagoons
  • Watch for Amazon wildlife
  • Explore Lima
  • Visit local ribereños
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Lima / Iquitos
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Peruvian Amazon on a 9-day cruise aboard Delfin II, beginning with an overnight stay in Lima and continuing deep into the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Enjoy daily skiff and kayak excursions, wildlife sightings, and cultural visits in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
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Horse ride in Los Flamencos Lagoon
from $6,842
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The Complete Patagonia Experience: Culture and Nature

8 Day Itinerary
  • Discover a 19th century estancia
  • Learn about the ranch life
  • See the famed Torres del Paine
  • Choose from a variety of activities
  • Explore in an all-terrain adventure
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Hacienda Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Horseback Riding, Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 8-day Patagonia culture and nature adventure, a combination of unique wildlife, cultural immersion and spectacular scenery in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Explore Torres del Paine National Park and choose your activities each day based on your preferences and interests.
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Puntiagudo Volcano, a snow-cappedd volcanic chain in Chile, near Osorno Volcano
from $2,838
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Chile's Three Lakes & Volcanoes Crossing

Chile Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Desolacion Trail
  • Boat ride to Puntiagudo Valley
  • Hike to Lake Rupanco
  • Visit hot springs by Lake Rupanco
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Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Moderate
Join a 4-day trek in Chile's Lake District, connecting three lakes and volcanoes. Hike the Desolación Trail to Lake Todos Los Santos, take a boat to Puntiagudo Valley, and trek 8.5 km to a family lodge. On day three, hike 18 km to Lake Rupanco for stunning views. End with a soak in natural hot springs before returning to Puerto Varas.
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Ahu akivi plataforma ceremonial
from $2,507
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Discover Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit an ancient funeral site
  • Explore Anakena Beach
  • Visit the most important Moai sites
  • View the quarry where Moai were cut
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Santiago
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Easter Island on this 5-day visit! Discover the ancient history of this culturally rich island. Day trips include hiking and visits to the Rano Kau volcano, the volcanic crater of Rano Raraku, and other sacred regions where the famous 100-ton basalt Moai statues tower over the countryside.
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Chris's host family on Amantani Island
from $473
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Lake Titicaca with Homestay

4 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 4-day Peru extension tour of Lake Titicaca gives you an in-depth cultural experience interacting with the local community whose roots date back to ancient cultures that settled in this area. Their hospitality opens a door to share with their families and offers you a homestay opportunity on Amantani Island.
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Torres del Paine
  • Encounter Pio XI Glacier
  • Navigate Beagle Channel
  • Discover Caleta Tortel
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Explore 11 days from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard Magellan Explorer through Chilean Patagonia. Navigate the Beagle Channel, Darwin Range, Strait of Magellan, and Glacier Alley. Visit Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Caleta Tortel, and the Chonos Archipelago on an expedition rich in wildlife, fjords, and culture.
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Guests explore the Amazon River
from $4,947
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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III
  • Kayak black-water lagoons
  • Watch for Amazon wildlifeVisit loca
  • Explore Lima
  • Visit local ribereños
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Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day Amazon River expedition aboard Delfin III. Explore Pacaya-Samiria Reserve by skiff and kayak, observe pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Visit local ribereños communities and support sustainable initiatives in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.
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The Island of Chiloé
from $7,813
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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
  • Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
  • Natural Wonders of Chiloé
  • Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
  • Explore the Route of the Parks
  • Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Cooking Classes, Volunteering
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 10-day adventure through Chiloé and Patagonia's Route of Parks, beginning in Puerto Varas. Discover Chiloé's culture and landscapes while exploring hidden trails and participating in rewilding projects. Experience the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia, with its temperate rainforests, volcanoes, fjords, and the Andes.
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The snow-capped magnificence of the Fitz Roy Mount Range
from $5,663
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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
Activities
Camping, Biking
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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Annular solar eclipse in Pumalin National Park, Chile
from $4,950
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Solar Eclipse at Pumalin National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • Witness the annular solar eclipse
  • Scenic Chiloe archipelago flight
  • Join a Chaiten Volcano hike
  • Do the Los Alerces Trail
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Montt
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 5-day Chile Patagonia trip combines adventure travel with a rare annular solar eclipse. Explore the remote landscapes of Pumalin National Park, hike to the crater of Chaiten Volcano, walk among ancient alerce forests, and travel by air and boat through Northern Patagonia’s fjords, rainforest, mountains, and untouched wilderness.
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Solar eclipse in Quellon, Chiloe Island, Lake District
from $3,688
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Chiloe Island Solar Eclipse

4 Day Itinerary
  • Watch solar eclipse from Quellon
  • Witness Punihuil penguin colony
  • Discover Tepuhueico wildlife
  • Explore Ancud local market
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
Activities
Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 4-day Chiloe Island adventure combines a rare solar eclipse experience with wildlife, culture, and nature. Travel to Quellon for the eclipse, visit the Punihuil penguin colony, explore Ancud’s local market, search for Darwin’s fox and pudu deer in Tepuhueico’s rainforest reserve, and enjoy Chiloe cuisine with views of Corcovado Volcano.
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