Top South America Trips & Tours in October 2026

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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

• Visit Cape Horn National Park
• Admire Wulaia Bay's natural beauty
• Hike at spectacular Pia Glacier

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego on a 5-day expedition cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas. This cruise offers an immersive experience through remote fjords, icy landscapes, and historic sites.

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from $5,338

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln

• Explore North Seymour Island
• Hike Bartolome Island
• Observe wildlife at James Bay
• Encounter penguins at Tagus Cove

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of the West Galapagos on an 8-day Koln cruise. Enjoy orientation sessions, snacks, and meals while exploring various islands. Observe unique wildlife, go swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. Visit reserves, farms, and research centers before concluding the trip with a visit to Playa Las Bachas.

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from $5,190

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Northern and Central Galapagos Cruise

San Cristobal to Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Panoramic views at Pinnacle Rock
• Explore Santa Fe's cactus forests
• Spot South Plaza birdlife haven
• Explore Sullivan Bay

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day Northern and Central Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the M/C Monique. Explore San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Walk volcanic trails, kayak along rugged coastlines, and snorkel with sea lions, rays, turtles, and reef sharks.

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from $4,272

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North and South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Practice aquatic activities
• Hike to Pinnacle Rock
• Enjoy the sighting of wildlife
• Snorkeling & diving on Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Fragarta cruise leads to you around Galapagos Islands in 8 days, visit the last home of lonesome George in Santa Cruz, discover different landscape and volcanic land and enjoy the sighting of animals typical of the islands.

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from $4,272

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Strolling on the beach in Mosquera
• Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
• Appreciate landscape on Isabela
• Observe ecosystems of Santiago

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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands

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from $4,200

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Western Islands

Baltra - North Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

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

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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.

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from $4,200

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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

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

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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

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!

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from $3,245

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North Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

• Admire El Barranco's amazing views
• Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
• See Bachas Beach's floating pier

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Variable

Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the North Central Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard the Natural Paradise.

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from $3,625

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Exploring Ecuadors Amazon & Andes

6 Day Itinerary

• Spot many rainforest bird species
• See the Amazon treetops from above
• Learn about indigenous cultures
• Visit the Quitsato Solar Museum
• Spot a unique and elusive bear
• Enjoy scenic walk in Cuicocha Lake

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your week on a 6-day adventure through Ecuador, exploring the Amazon rainforest and the Andes mountain range. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local cultures, and enjoy scenic landscapes. Stay at Sacha Lodge and Hacienda Piman, where comfort meets nature, making every moment unforgettable.

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from $2,845

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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Discover South Plaza
• Admire Baroness Viewing Point
• Visit The Museum of Natural History

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

The Calipso's Southern Islands voyage visits the islands of South Plaza, Santa Fe, Floreana, and Santa Cruz in four days. Hike, snorkel, and kayak your way through orcas, sea lions, gigantic tortoises, land iguanas, and an abundance of birdlife. Spectacular vistas, vibrant snorkeling spots, as well as secluded beaches greet you on your Galapagos excursion.

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from $2,552

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Sacha Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks
• Take night walks through the forest
• Observe the unique wildlife
• View the forest from the canopy

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Flying from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, board a canoe down the Napo River where we'll have four nights exploring the Amazon rainforest at Sacha Lodge. Luxury accommodations, gourmet cuisine, English-speaking naturalists & indigenous guides revealing monkeys, birds & Amazonian wildlife will make your weeklong trip to Ecuador unforgettable.

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from $2,748

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South-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Discover Floreana
• Visit Devil’s Crown
• Snorkel at Garner Bay
• Explore Isla Lobos

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Join the Aida Maria on a dazzling 6-day sailing adventure across the Galapagos Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española and San Cristobal. Explore the exclusive landscapes these islands have to offer and admire some of the rarest and beautiful wildlife on the planet!

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from $2,650

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Central Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Uncover the volcanic origins
• Explore South Plaza Island
• Encounter unique land iguanas

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Highlands

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into 5 days of Central Galapagos 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!

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from $2,443

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Patagonia Glaciers Self-Drive

7 Day Itinerary

• Watch Perito Moreno Glacier calve
• Explore La Leona Petrified Forest
• Hike the Patagonian landscape
• Walk on Creston Glacier

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take this week long self-driving tour through Patagonia and experience this unique region for yourself! Explore a petrified forest, hike the Fitz Roy Range, and strap on some crampons for a walk on Creston Glacier. This relaxed itinerary is rounded out with the flexibility of having your own transportation.

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from $2,051

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Ecuador North to South

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano
• Take a train over Naríz del Diablo
• Explore the ruins of Ingapirca
• Visit a unique mangrove forest

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Hacienda Visits, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

This tour of Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Quito, experience indigenous cultures near Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, ride the panoramic Nariz del Diablo train, explore Inca ruins and colonial Cuenca before finishing our trip in Guayaquil.

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from $2,100

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Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Visit Santa Cruz
• Explore South Plaza

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 4-day Galapagos Cruise & Travel will take you to the Central Islands. Join Nemo II and create your own experiences.

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from $1,800

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Southeast Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Venture to Lobos Island
• Step into Post Office Bay's history
• Explore Punta Cormorant

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Sail across the Southeast Galapagos Islands for a 4-day cruise aboard the Galaxy Orion. Encounter playful sea lions at Lobos Island, delve into marine life at Gardner Bay, marvel at diverse fauna at Suarez Point, explore history at Post Office Bay, and learn about conservation at the Charles Darwin Station.

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from $1,286

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Arequipa & Colca Canyon

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Peru's highlights during this extension to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon for a rich cultural experience and visit to one of the world's deepest canyons.

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