Top South America Trips & Tours in July 2025

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Northern Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard the Galaxy Sirius and relish the Galapagos Islands' enchanting landscapes teeming with distinctive wildlife such as giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. With a plethora of activities to choose from, you can explore Santa Cruz, Rabida, Chinese Hat, and many more and experience the ultimate island getaway.

• Explore Black Turtle Cove
• Discover Rábida's red lava rocks
• Enjoy Sullivan Bay

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from $9,445

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Galapagos Horizon for a Galapagos circumnavigation tour. This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Immerse yourself in the clear blue water, and witness ever-curious sea lions, and famed blue-footed boobies.

• Visit Lobos Island
• Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
• Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
• Hike through mangroves

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from $5,350

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Galaxy Sirius on a fully inclusive 5-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, and discover the wonders of the Southern Islands including Floreana, Espanola, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and Santa Cruz. Experience the thrill of snorkeling among sea turtles, playful sea lions, marine iguanas, rare and colorful fish, sharks, and even penguins.

• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Send a mail from Post Office Bay
• Learn about the island's past

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from $7,690

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Guyana Nature Experience

13 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Georgetown / Georgetown

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into an unforgettable 13-day journey through Guyana, exploring waterfalls, rainforests, and diverse wildlife. From Kaieteur Falls to Karanambu Lodge, immerse yourself in the beauty of South America's hidden gem.

• Discover highest Kaieteur Falls
• Spot wildlife and rare species
• Birdwatching at Iwokrama Canopy
• Enjoy stroll and hike up Surama Mou

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from $6,337

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Guyana's Savannas

10 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 10-day tour through Guyana's wild interior features excursions to the Karanambu Ranch and through the dense Iwokrama Forest will acquaint you with jaguars, river otters, caiman, and countless birds as you hike, kayak, and drive. Ideal for true wildlife enthusiasts, you will even have the chance to walk in the canopy of this lush rainforest.

• Watch for an abundance of wildlife
• Explore untouched Iwokrama Forest
• Climb Turtle Mountain
• Interact with a local community

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from $5,622

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Island Circumnavigation

15-Day Galapagos Cruise - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

Activity Level

Variable

Travel around the Galapagos on this 15-day cruise. Learn about the plants and wildlife, swim in the Pacific Ocean, shop in Puerto Ayora, and visit the Charles Darwin Station on your trip aboard the Aida Maria.

• Visit a flamingo lagoon
• Snorkel with white-tipped sharks
• Explore the red beaches of Rabida
• Watch sea lions relax on the shore

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from $5,368

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

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from $3,850

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Western Islands

Baltra - North Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

Starts / Ends

Baltra / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Western Galapagos cruise aboard Galaxy Orion. Explore highlands with giant tortoises, and Tintoreras for underwater wonders. Discover wetlands, Moreno Point's coast, Elizabeth Bay's penguins, and Urbina Bay's uplifted terrain. Enjoy golden beaches, and snorkeling, then marvel at avian life on Genovesa and North Seymour Islands.

• Uncover wonders in Tintoreras
• Witness penguins and boobies dance
• Snorkel Mangle Point with turtles
• Explore uplifts of Urbina Bay

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from $4,045

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

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from $2,660

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Explora Atacama

5 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Altiplánico San Pedro de Atacama / Atacama Desert

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Immerse in an all-inclusive adventure in the heart of Atacama and witness geysers, salt flats, lagoons, volcanoes, and dunes. Experience Explora's cozy lodging, including its spa and gastronomic offerings, and various excursions like a trip to the observatory to witness some of the world’s clearest skies and thermal baths in Puritama hot springs.

• Experience Puritama hot springs
• Visit Atacama Desert
• Discover Atacama's hidden gems

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from $4,280

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Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport Adventure

Small Group Departure - 9 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Lima / Machu Picchu

Activities

Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Horseback Riding, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

Join this 9-day tour for a Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport experience. Discover Peru's treasures, from Lima's allure to Cusco's heritage. Explore Maras, Huacahuasi, and Lamay. Trek scenic trails, zip across valleys, and bike ancient routes.

• Hike from Cusco to Sacsayhuaman
• Experience biking or zipline
• Horseback ride in Sacred Valley

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from $3,850

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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into an 8-day Central & Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!

• Uncover the volcanic origins
• Explore South Plaza Island
• Encounter unique land iguanas
• Step into Post Office Bay's history

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from $2,995

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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Board the M/V Anakonda for this fascinating 4-day itinerary on the Amazon river. Visit remote villages and sail through unique and fragile ecosystems on this unforgettable cruise in the Amazon.

• Explore Amazon on a motorized canoe
• Kayak and swim in Piranha Lake
• Observe parrots and Amazon birds
• Learn the Amazonian culture

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from $2,998

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day adventure.

• Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
• Navigate around Kicker Rock

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This cruise to the Western Islands of the Galapagos allows you to witness exciting and unique plants, animals, and landscapes. Swim, hike, and explore on this 8-day tour on the Aida Maria.

• Witness giant tortoises
• Follow a path to a forest of cacti
• Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano
• Explore coastal lagoons

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from $3,214

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Sacha Lodge and Casa del Suizo

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

A combination Amazon trip with two nights at the Casa del Suizo and three nights in Sacha Lodge, Ecuador's premier rainforest lodge. Explore the Amazon with professional naturalists and indigenous guides without leaving behind your creature comforts - unforgettable Amazon travel!

• Soak in Papallacta’s hot springs
• Walk Sacha’s canopy boardwalk views
• Hike Amazon trails with guides
• Spot birds on Napo River ride
• Canoe Sacha Lodge’s Pilchicocha Lak

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from $2,218

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Andean Northwest

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Salta province in Northwest Argentina has the culture and scenery to fascinate any inquisitive traveler. Explore the stunning rock formations of Valles Calchaquies, the colonial history of Salta, the archeology of Cachi, and Cafayate's rich wines and cuisine.

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from $2,499

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West-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Immerse yourself on the breathtaking beauty of the world-famous Galapagos archipelago on this 6-day voyage aboard the Aida Maria. Visit Punta Moreno and admire its coastal lagoons amid black lava flows where there are several species of birds.

• Admire Santa Cruz's unique wildlife
• Discover three active volcanoes
• Visit Santiago Island
• Observe Galapagos Penguins

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