Top South America Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Northeast & Southeastern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

• Observe blue-footed boobies
• Snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Snorkel at Devil’s Crown
• Observe giant tortoises roaming

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Baltra / Baltra

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Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Small Ship Sailing

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Embark on a 8-day Northeast & Southeastern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy to explore North Seymour, Bartolome, Genovesa, and San Cristobal Islands. Encounter unique wildlife, snorkel among marine species, hike volcanic terrains and relax on white-sand beaches.

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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Encounter an array of wildlife
• See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.

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from $4,827

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Amazon Discoveries: Search for the Pink Dolphin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Watch for the pink river dolphin
• Interact with local school children
• Visit a flooded ecosystem by canoe
• View the Amazon Basin from above

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Village Visits

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Board the luxurious Manatee river boat for this unique 8-day adventure cruise through the Amazon Rainforest on the Napo River in Ecuador. Visit remote indigenous villages, take guided walks through the rainforest, and sail through some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. As you cruise the river, look out for the pink river dolphins!

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from $5,845

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North & Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

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Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

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from $3,472

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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Watch Bachas Beach sea lions
• Visit Rabida's red sand beaches
• Snorkel with sea turtles

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a 5-day Galapagos Western Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Legend to visit Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, and Fernandina. Walk volcanic trails, snorkel with penguins, kayak near sea lions, and see giant tortoises. Explore red-sand beaches, black lava shores, and pristine coves with expert-led excursions.

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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit San Cristobal Interpretation
• Explore Gardner Bay White Beach
• See Punta Suarez Albatross colony

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

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Variable

Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Galapagos Legend. Visit interpretation centers, see albatross, flamingos, sea lions, and giant tortoises. Experience a mix of wildlife encounters and natural highlights across diverse Galapagos landscapes in one expedition.

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from $4,990

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Luxury Central Galapagos Islands Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

• Discover Bartholomew Island
• Snorkel around Floreana
• Explore North Seymour Island

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This luxury Galapagos cruise explores the central and eastern islands of the archipelago on the new Endemic Galapagos catamaran. Hike sea-side trails, admire volcanic formations, snorkel & sea kayak with sea lions & marine iguanas on this Galapagos tour of Baltra, Floreana, Santiago and North Seymour Islands.

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Western Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Spot sea lions at Buccaneer Cove
• See wild tortoises at Urbina Bay
• Observe flamingos at Dragon Hill
• See rays at Vicente Roca

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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

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Variable

Experience a guided 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and spot iconic species like marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, and flightless cormorants. This itinerary offers nonstop wildlife viewing and rich marine life encounters across multiple visitor sites in the western Galápagos Islands.

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Central East Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
• Snorkel at Chinese Hat beach
• Encounter land iguanas
• Discover three booby species

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Variable

Sail through the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Visit key sites including Santa Cruz Highlands, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Tijeretas Hill. Spot unique wildlife such as blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and Galapagos hawks.

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Northern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

• Discover Chinese Islet lava tunnels
• Witness Sullivan Bay's geology
• Visit Darwin Bay for bird species
• Explore Egas Port

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Explore North Seymour's wildlife, and discover Chinese Islet's geological wonders. Tour Sullivan Bay for captivating geology and visit Darwin Bay, El Barranco, Egas Port, and Rabida Island on this 5-day Northern Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Angel. Conclude with a visit to Fausto Llerena, observing giant tortoises in various stages of life.

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Hike over islands covered in cacti
• Kayak and stand up paddle board
• Admire distinctive biodiversity

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Highlands / Bachas Beach

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Variable

This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.

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Central Islands + Genovesa

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
• Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
• Hike through South Plaza

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South Plaza Island / North Seymour

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Embark on a 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Bonita. Witness South Plazas' wildlife, explore Black Turtle Cove's mangroves, visit highlands for Giant tortoises, and discover Genovesa's seabird colonies. Experience the volcanic landscapes of Bartolome with penguins and frigatebirds. Marvel at unique fauna on this remarkable island adventure.

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North & Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Meet the Galapagos giant tortoises
• Visit the wildlife-rich Genovesa
• Snorkel among sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Set sail on a 4-day Galapagos North & Central Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Legend to discover Santa Cruz, Genovesa, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. Spot giant tortoises, red-footed boobies, sea lions, reef sharks, and iguanas. Enjoy guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in unique habitats with expert naturalists.

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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
• Observe white tip sharks
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.

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Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Center
• Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Variable

Embark on a 5-day exciting cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Meet Galapagos giant turtles, climb to the Baroness Lookout Point, snorkel with sea turtles and sharks, and visit one of the first sites visited by Charles Darwin. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are an ideal place to spend your vacations!

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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

• 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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Rainforest Exploration

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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.

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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel Lobos Island reef
• Explore Gardner Bay beach
• Visit Post Office Bay
• Observe waved albatross nesting

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San Cristobal / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a 4-day exciting cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water and its incredible sea life that captures the best of the Galapagos wildlife. Visit the stunning San Cristobal, Gardner Bay, Cormorant Point, and many more.

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North & Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
• See Red-footed boobies nesting
• Sail through Genovesa Island
• Kayak at Bowditch Point waters

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a 4-day expedition and discover the wonders of the Galapagos Islands aboard M/Y Monserrat. Enjoy the volcanic formations and marine life of the archipelago. Enjoy stops in the fascinating ports of Darwin Bay, Bachas Beach, and Bartolome Island.

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