Top South America Trips & Tours in July 2026

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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

• Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
• Observe marine turtle on Espumilla
• Hike to the Pitt Point
• Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land

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Variable

Adventure in the magic Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV! Enjoy 15 days of travel in unique destinations. Observe the endemic wildlife in North Seymour, Darwin Bay (Genovesa), Vicente Roca Point (Isabela), Urbina Bay and others.

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from $5,100

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Amazon Discovery - Low Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises

• Learn Amazon rainforest medicine
• Visit Amazon Research Center
• Tour Bee Project
• Meet local communities

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Iquitos / Iquitos

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Rainforest Exploration, Fishing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day Amazon River cruise from Iquitos to Nauta aboard the Delfin I. Explore flooded forests, spot pink dolphins, visit communities, and see the river confluence. Discover diverse wildlife, learn from local guides, and experience the cultural and natural wonders of the Amazon Basin.

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from $5,190

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North and West Islands - Diving Itinerary

Santa Cruz to North Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul

• Dive at Darwin’s Arch
• Walk North Seymour trails
• Discover Cousin’s Rock
• Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point

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Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into the world-renowned waters of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise aboard Danubio Azul. This liveaboard expedition explores remote diving sites including Darwin’s Arch, Wolf Island, and Cape Marshall. Discover some of the planet’s richest marine ecosystems on this unforgettable adventure.

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from $1,185

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Jericoacoara Multisport

4 Day Itinerary

• Spend your days as you please
• Try your hand at sand-boarding
• Enjoy pristine beaches

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Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

The small coastal village of Jericoacoara is charming, inspirational, and reminiscent of its past. Beautiful and friendly, "Jeri" treats travelers to sandy beaches, pristine views of the ocean, and leisurely days. Don't let its laid-back atmosphere fool you! Horseback riding, surfing, and sand-boarding are available for the adventurous-at-heart!

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from $775

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Explore Ilha Grande

4 Day Itinerary

• Explore criss-crossing trails
• Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach
• Kayak, snorkel, surf or relax

Activity Level

Relaxed

Escape from the bustle of Rio to the island getaway of Ilha Grande. Famed as a pirate hidaway in days gone by, this small island features pristine beaches ideal for snorkeling, kayaking and exploring.

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from $8,317

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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary

• Observe macaws at a clay lick
• Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
• Take in the vast array of wildlife
• Snorkel through clear waters

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Hacienda Visits, Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover three natural wonders of the world in one amazing trip: the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. Starting in Quito, fly to Sacha Lodge, deep in the Amazon, followed by the indigenous markets of Otavalo, staying at historic Hacienda Pinsaqui, culminating in the Wildlife Odyssey on an 8-day Galapagos cruise.

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from $5,634

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Oruro Carnaval and Lake Titicaca

9 Day Itinerary

• Explore Lake Titicaca
• Enjoy the Parade of Dancers
• Visit a working silver mine
• Climb El Calvario to great views

Activities

Festival Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the urban and rural environments of Bolivia on this combination tour! Take a city tour of La Paz, enjoy front row seats during the parade of dancers, tour a silver mine, and explore Lake Titicaca. These are just a few examples of what this adventure has in store for you!

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from $2,868

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Rio de Janeiro and Amazon Clipper Cruise

8 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Learn about local flora and fauna
• Canoe along the Rio Negro

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Rio de Janeiro / Manaus

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

During your visit to Rio de Janerio, visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Fly to Manaus, the entrance of the Brazilian Amazon, and embark the Amazon Clipper for a 4-day cruise along the wildlife rich waters of the Rio Negro, one of the Amazon River's largest tributaries.

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from $2,532

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Uakari Floating Lodge

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore the beauty of the Amazon
• Visit local communities
• Look for unique Amazonian wildlife

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Uakari Floating Lodge / Uakari Floating Lodge

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the Amazon on this 5-day tour from the comfort of the community-run Uakari Floating Lodge. Located in the Mamirauá Sustainable Developments Reserve, this floating lodge offers a full-service experience. Spend your time hiking or canoeing through the forest learning about the local habitat and looking out for unique animals with your guide.

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from $2,007

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Chilean Lake District

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike Alerce Andino National Park
• Hike to Petrohue Waterfall
• Explore Puerto Varas
• B&B on Lake Todos los Santos

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the pristine lakes, rivers, and volcanoes that make up the Chilean Lake District on our 5 day tour. Nature hikes, wildlife viewing, kayaking, and fly fishing are activities that will ensure you experience all aspects of the Chilean Lake District!

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from $600

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Peninsula Valdes Self-Drive

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $4,600

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
• Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
• Hike to Dragon Hill

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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Alya catamaran. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.

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from $4,069

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Manu Explorer

8 Day Itinerary

• See giant otters in oxbow lakes
• Visit Macaw Clay Lick Project
• Fall asleep to the forest sounds
• Enjoy the changing scenery

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Manu National Park, the most biologically diverse place on the planet, like virtually no one else can: camp inside the park at the Manu Wildlife Tent Camp. Delight in the sights and sounds of this 1.8 million-hectare jungle paradise.

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from $3,730

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Atacama Desert Trek

Private Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Hike Valle de la Luna’s dunes
• Visit stripped hills Rainbow Valley
• View ancient petroglyphs at Yerbas
• Trek to Rio Grande through trails

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Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Village Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Challenging

Explore the Atacama Desert on a 7-day trekking tour through Chile’s most iconic landscapes. Hike Valle de la Luna, Rainbow Valley, and Guatin Valley. Visit ancient petroglyphs, the village of Rio Grande, the Tatio Geysers, and the Atacama Salt Flat. See flamingos at the turquoise Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons before returning to Calama.

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from $1,331

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Madidi Jungle Ecolodge

Bolivian Amazon - 6 Day Itinerary

• Search for Bolivian wildlife
• Enjoys views Madidi National Park
• Learn about traditional customs
• Explore the town of Rurrenabaque

Starts / Ends

La Paz / La Paz

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 6-day tour of Bolivia's Amazon takes you to Madidi National Park, where you'll stay 3 nights in Madidi Jungle Ecolodge - Owned and operated by an indigenous community in Bolivia. Here, learn to see the jungle through the eyes of the local Quechua Indians as you explore and look for wildlife and learn about traditional farming & cuisine.

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from $10,280

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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Samba

• See sea lions on Mosquera
• Explore in the Mangrove forest
• Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
• Take incredible photos of landscape

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Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Enjoy 15 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .

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from $4,050

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Guyana Rainforest

6 Day Itinerary

• Tour Georgetown’s historic markets
• Paddle the Burro Burro River
• Hike Surama Mountain trails
• Visit majestic Kaieteur Falls

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 6-day tour explores remote Guyana, with birdwatching on Surama Mountain, a visit to the Amerindian village of Surama, and paddling the Burro Burro River. Spot wildlife, including spider monkeys, river otters, and tapirs, and end at Kaieteur Falls, five times the height of Niagara Falls.

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from $1,849

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Lençóis Maranhenses Trekking

6 Day Itinerary

• Trek through dunes & lagoons
• Swim in clear freshwater pools
• Explore the town of Baixa Grande
• Walk the charming streets of Atins

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Moderate

Begin your 6-day Brazil trek in Sao Luis de Maranhao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its magnificent colonial architecture. For the next few days hike, swim, and explore your way through Brazil's white sand dunes on this expedition tour of Lenois Maranhenses National Park. You'll also visit the small town of Baixa Grande and the Rio Negro.

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