Top South America Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $15,600

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Experience Falkland culture
• Observe wandering albatross
• Spot fin whales from the ship
• Visit the South Shetland Islands

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

This 19-day cruise onboard the Ortelius takes you to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. The gorgeous scenery and plentiful wildlife combine to make it one of the most aesthetically breathtaking in the world. Tens of thousands of penguins and fin whales call the cold seas home.

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from $4,240

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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

Spa Relaxation, Horseback Riding

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 $4,660

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Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

• Visit The Interpretation Center
• Observe avian courtship rituals
• Interact with gentle giant tortoise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day voyage on the Treasure of the Galapagos explores the central islands of the Galapagos, including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, North Seymour, Mosquera, South Plaza, and San Cristobal. Experience the picturesque landscape, unique wildlife, and snorkeling opportunities offered by this exciting Galapagos tour.

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from $4,760

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Explora Patagonia National Park

5 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy adventure sports
• View Patagonian wildlife
• Learn Patagonia history

Starts / Ends

Explora - Patagonia National Park / Explora - Patagonia National Park

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Explora lodge in the Patagonia National Park is the ideal starting point for a trip to the Aysén region. With their off-the-beaten-path adventure, Explora delves deeper into the natural landscapes of this region than anybody else has done before.

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from $3,743

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Amazon Discovery

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

• Learn about the Amazon's diversity
• Visit an Authentic Indigenous home
• Navigate pristine water sections

Starts / Ends

Coca / Yasuni National Park

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an Amazon River cruise aboard the M/V Anakonda. This luxury small-ship vessel takes you to the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon to see the pink river dolphin, black caiman, and anaconda in their natural habitat. Keep an eye out for crocodiles, monkeys, and hoatzins in the river.

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from $37,280

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Private Charter - Central Islands Aboard Treasure of Galapagos

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

• Interact with gentle giant tortoise
• Observe avian courtship rituals
• Visit The Interpretation Center

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day private voyage on the Treasure of the Galapagos explores the Central Islands of the Galapagos, including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, North Seymour, Mosquera, South Plaza, and San Cristobal. Experience the volcanic landscape, unique wildlife, and snorkeling opportunities offered by this exciting Galapagos tour.

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from $4,800

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Luxury Amazon Explorer - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

• Explore the Ucayali River
• Navigate the Zapote River
• Tour Nauta’s local market
• Explore the Yarapa River by skiff

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activities

Local Market Visits, Fishing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day cruise through the Peruvian Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, starting with a city tour in Iquitos. Experience the rich biodiversity with river excursions, rainforest hikes, and opportunities to engage with local communities, ending with a visit to the Manatee Rescue Center in Nauta.

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from $4,038

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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

Snorkeling, Biking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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 $2,500

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Highlights of the W Trek with Glamping

Torres del Paine - 5 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek trails
• See Pingo Valley's elusive deer
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Hike to Lago Toro Lookout
• Discover wetlands of Laguna Azul

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Laguna Azul

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Set out on the highlights of the W Trek in Torres del Paine and discover well-known locations such as Grey Glacier, Las Torres, and French Valley. Hike with 360° views of the Paine River and Southern Patagonia Icefield, spot wildlife in Pingo Valley, and savor breathtaking views of the Paine Massif. Each night, unwinding back at the Riverside Basecamp.

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from $1,500

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Self-Guided W Trek

5 Day Itinerary

• Discover Torres del Paine
• Explore Francés Sector
• Wander along Lake Nordenskjöld

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine National Park

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the park's majestic granite towers up close, stroll along the commanding Los Cuernos, and be astounded by the amazing formations of the French Valley. At the southernmost point of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, where the ice melts with the clouds on the horizon, the majestic Grey Glacier will also steal your breath away.

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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

Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking, Wilderness Lodge 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 $32,295

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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Step ashore on the Antarctic
• See the king penguins
• Cross the Antarctic Circle

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Photography Seminars, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Antarctica along with South Georgia and the Falkland - Malvinas islands on this 23-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Enjoy the wildlife experiences and the unique adventures while on this journey to the deep south.

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from $4,218

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W Brush Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Explore French Valley
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

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Punta Arenas / Santiago

Activity Level

Challenging

On this six-day hiking trip, explore notable attractions of the W Trek as well as visit remote trails within the Park. Spend evenings at campsite areas of Refugio's, immersing in nature. This tour concludes at EcoCamp Patagonia, a renowned sustainable hotel that harmonizes innovative eco-living, delicious food, yoga, and award-winning service.

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from $5,995

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

• Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
• Appreciate Isabela's wetlands
• Observe diverse wildlife
• Snorkel, swim & hike the Galapagos

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 7-day Western Islands cruise on the ship, Treasure of the Galapagos, explores Rabida, Santa Cruz, Fernadina, and more! Experience the fascinating western islands and understand how volcanic activity and isolation shaped the landscape. Encounter diverse wildlife, birdlife, and marinelife on your memorable vacation.

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from $1,303

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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 $82,400

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Private Charter - Northeast Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit the spectacular Sullivan Bay
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions
• Meet Galapagos giant turtles
• Observe mating blue-footed boobies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day private Northeast Islands cruise onboard the Archipel I combines the sea lion colonies of Mosquera Islet and the exclusive Genovesa with the stunning volcanic islands of Bartolome and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Explore Española, the archipelago's southernmost point, and view blue-footed boobies on San Cristobal's Witch Hill.

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from $13,000

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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 $5,155

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Galapagos Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
• Walk in South Plaza's cactus forest
• Discover Galapagos origins
• Hike across Española Island

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos while exploring the most beautiful locations and breathtaking landscapes. Experience multiple wildlife encounters as you visit Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Española and Floreana Islands.

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