Top South America Trips & Tours in December 2026

Board the Galapagos Legend for a unique 4-day private cruise exploring the central and eastern islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Get ready to snorkel, hike and encounter wildlife such as sea lions, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises many which are unique to the Galapagos, found nowhere else in this world

During this 4-day private cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and where the famous Lonesome George used to live. Walk through trails escorted by endemic land iguanas, mockingbirds, and Darwin´s finches, snorkel in crystalline waters and more!

Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies during this 4-day private cruise across the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more!

Embark on an 8-day cruise along Colombia's Magdalena River from Barranquilla to Cartagena on the AmaMagdalena. Enjoy vibrant music, local coffee, unique wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences, including a private Carnaval celebration.

Experience an 8-day river cruise along Colombia's Magdalena River from Barranquilla to Cartagena on the AmaMelodia. Enjoy Carnaval festivities, explore artisan towns, and immerse yourself in local culture with music, dance, and historic tours.

Board luxurious Le Lyrial on an exciting 19-day expedition cruise to Antarctica. After a flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina, at the tip of South America, depart toward the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before cruising the Drake Passage and the expansive glaciers and wildlife-rich shorelines of the Antarctic peninsula.

Set out on a 19-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia on the MV Plancius. This journey to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula reveals a wild, breathtaking region brimming with diverse wildlife—a true paradise for nature enthusiasts.

Discover Colombia's wonders on an 8-day cruise along the Magdalena River aboard AmaMelodia. Visit Palenque, the first free city, and the vibrant Getsemaní neighborhood in Cartagena. Discover the blend of cultures, music, and art that define the country.

Circle the iconic Paine Massif as you trek on the O Circuit through some of Torres del Paine's most challenging terrain, experiencing the wild beauty of southern Chile on this 10-day hiking adventure on the full Paine Circuit.

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.

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.

Experience a 7-day Amazon River cruise on the M/Y Tucano, starting from Manaus and exploring the Rio Negro's untouched ecosystems. Engage in daily excursions, including rainforest walks while discovering diverse wildlife and learning from expert naturalists.