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Colony of black-browed albratross on the Falklands
from $11,600
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Classic South Georgia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the MV Ushuaia for a classic 22-day cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter abundant and diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems on this voyage of a lifetime!
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A group of King penguins emerging from the surf.
from $14,590
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Expedition Antarctica - the Great Penguin Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Visit the world’s remote continent
  • Experience small-ship cruise
  • Chance to see seven penguin species
  • Visit wildlife-rich South Georgia
  • Witness gigantic icebergs
  • Discover the beautiful Falkland Islands
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 21-day cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica aboard the Ocean Nova, where you can witness seven penguin species. Enjoy expert insights from wildlife cameraman Doug Allan while exploring stunning polar landscapes and unique wildlife.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $5,370
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Galapagos Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill´s wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
  • Explore a volcanic black sand beach
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on this 8-day adventure through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago by kayaking in crystal clear waters, snorkeling surrounded by turtles and sea lions, and hiking trails in the most amazing locations.
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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $4,145
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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • View young and old tortoises
  • Hike through San Cristobal
  • Snorkel and swim with sea lions
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Board the brand new Galapagos Horizon on this spectacular 4-day sailing expedition and discover the breathtaking beauty of the incredible Galapagos Islands. Admire the clear waters, making it easy to find sea turtles, sea lions, stingrays and perhaps even white-tipped sharks.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $2,527
UP TO 10%
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Galapagos Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill´s wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Galapagos' North Central islands on this four-day cruise and pay a visit to the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, which is home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and was once home to the renowned Lonesome George. Stroll through pathways flanked by indigenous land iguanas, mockingbirds, Darwin's finches, or snorkel in clear waters.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,527
UP TO 10%
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Galapagos Northeast Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 4 days cruising 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! Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies.
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Blue-footed Boobie seen during Galapagos cruise
from $2,395
up to 20%
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Northern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Observe a large frigate bird colony
  • Snorkel in wildlife-rich waters
  • Climb Bartholomew's stairs
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This itinerary allows your to experience the best of the northern islands in only 4 days. During this trip indulge yourself in the beauty of this unique archipelago, relax on a white coral sand beach, do some exploratory snorkeling, and walk over volcanic landscapes.
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Exploring the Galapagos
from $2,395
up to 20%
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Eastern Islands I

4 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Santa Fe island
  • Discover South Plaza island
  • Explore North Seymour nesting sites
  • Visit Chinese Hat volcanic cone
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Eastern Islands of the Galapagos on a 4-day Archipel I cruise through San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and North Seymour. Encounter unique wildlife, hike volcanic landscapes, and conclude the journey at Baltra Airport.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $3,333
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Salkantay Trek with One Day Inca Trail Hike

9 Day Itinerary
  • Trek both Salkantay and Inca trails
  • Enjoy Salkantay views
  • Explore Machu Picchu
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Cusco / Cusco
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
Enjoy the alternative Salkantay trail combined with the famous One Day Inca Trail for the ultimate trekking experience. Marvel at the different surroundings around the two trails and be mesmerized with the archaeological sites leading to the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu. This trip requires a One Day Inca Trail Pass
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Llamas in Machu Picchu, Peru
from $3,090
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Classic Salkantay Trek

Via Hidroelectrica - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Travel the Salkantay Trail
  • Visit local communities
  • Explore Machu Picchu
Starts / Ends
Cusco / Cusco
Activity Level
Challenging
This tour is a great alternative to the popular Inca Trail if you want to experience a different route that ends at Machu Picchu. Enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Salkantay and head towards the mystical Lost City of Incas.Trek through the less traveled route of the Salkantay trail and tour the ruins of Machu Picchu.
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Getting close to sea lions in the Galapagos
from $118,008
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Private Charter - Central & East Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Snorkel in crystal clear waters
  • Tour the tortoise breeding center
  • Enjoy on board family activities
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Kayaking, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
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
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $45,787
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Private Charter - Galapagos Central Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill's wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
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!
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