Best South America Tours

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Magdalena Island Penguin Colony

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this day trip from Punta Arenas, Chile, take a zodiac out on the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island where you will see over 100,000 penguins or hike to the lighthouse through the penguin colony. Enjoy the comic antics of these delightful creatures at close range.

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from $181

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The Pachacamac Citadel

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

From your Lima hotel, this half-day tour takes you south on the Pan-American Highway to the Pachacamac archaeological complex, built almost 2000 years ago - this pre-Inca religious center was built by the Wari people and belonged originally to the Ichma culture. After your tour of Pachacamac, enjoy lunch & a horse show at a local hacienda.

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from $58

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Kayaking Uros Floating Islands

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Moderate

Learn about life on the Uros floating islands by kayak, in and around Lake Titicaca. Rowing 1 hour and 30 minutes approx, through a variety of landscapes, visit the strange island of rock formations popularly known as Devil's Island.

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from $401

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Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Waterfall

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activity Level

Relaxed

The Osorno and Petrohue Waterfall Day-Tour is the perfect program for those who love the outdoors. Discover the mysteries hidden in the Cordillera de Los Andes and its majestic Osorno Volcano, one of the highest peaks in southern Chile. Visit Llanquihue Lake, fish for trout at Río Pescado waterfalls, and take pictures of the beautiful Lake of All Saints.

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from $275

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Astronomical Tour

1 Day Itinerary

• Stargazing in Atacama Desert
• Use 16-inch telescopes onsite
• Spot constellations by eye

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

See one of the clearest night skies on a half-day stargazing tour in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Travel to a quiet spot away from city lights and use 16-inch telescopes to view planets, stars, and galaxies. Learn to read the sky with the naked eye as a local guide shares science facts and stories from Atacama culture.

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Mirador del Condor in Chonta Full Day Private Tour

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Tarawasi
• Experience Chonta's panoramic view
• Observe the Andean condor

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience an exciting full-day private tour of Mirador del Condor. Explore Tarawasi's ancient observatory. Then head to Chonta village for a scenic hike to the Condor viewpoint, 3,400 meters high. Experience the stunning Andean condor flight and spot eagles, hawks, and more. Return to Cusco afterward.

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Otavalo and Cuicocha Lake

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 1-day geographical and cultural tour takes in Guachala, Cayambe, Otavalo, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha - the ancient eroded volcanic crater famous for its deep lake.

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Quito Highlights Full Day

1 Day Itinerary

• Shop for artisanal crafts
• Visit the distillery at Casa Agave
• Discover diverse plants and animals

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Quito in a full-day, guided tour that lets you choose three experiences, including the historic city center, the equator line, and cable car rides. Visit the local market, museums, or botanical gardens, and enjoy Quito’s rich cultural and natural beauty.

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from $46

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Half Day Vida Wasi Tour

½ Day Itinerary

• Explore Vida Wasi's facilities
• Discover the micro-city of love
• Taste a refreshing drink

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the wonders of Vida Wasi, a micro-city of love and hope in Latin America. Explore its beautiful facilities, including a chapel, amphitheater, hospital, and biogarden. Immerse yourself in social work and enjoy a delightful drink at the Cultural Center.

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Beagle Navigation, Martillo Island and Estancia Harberton

1 Day Itinerary

• Cruise Beagle Channel by boat
• Spot sea lions and seabirds
• Explore Martillo Island in summer
• Explore Estancia Harberton ranch

Activity Level

Easy Active

This day trip from Ushuaia takes you to see Magellanic & Gentoos penguins, albatrosses, petrels, skuas, cormorants, vultures, South American Terns and other birds. After the hike, you will get back to historical Estancia Harberton for lunch and time at leisure at this historical Patagonian outpost.

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from $357

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Rainbow Valley & Yerbas Buenas

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Start your adventure in San Pedro de Atacama by driving an hour to the ancient archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas. For an hour and a half, walk around the petroglyphs which date back approximately 10,000 years. Embark on another half-day tour of Rainbow Valley, home to colorful mineral-rich rock formations.

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from $333

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Sandboarding at Mars Valley

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the joy and thrill of sandboarding at Mars Valley in the beautiful Bolivian Altiplano! On a day off from the salt mines, be taken to the best sand dunes in town. Descend an incredible 400 feet (120 meters) on a sandboard. Take home unforgettable memories of this surreal landscape and its deep red color contrasted by its rich dark hue.

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Perito Moreno Glacier Navigation

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Lake Argentino
• Explore Los Glaciares National Park
• Witness unique landscapes of Andes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Travel through the Patagonian steppe to Los Glaciares National Park and see Perito Moreno Glacier. Walk 4,000 meters of balconies for views of the glacier and the Andes. A bilingual guide shares facts along the way.

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Buenos Aires

½ Day Itinerary

• Visit La Boca, Palermo and Recoleta
• Join a 4-hour Buenos Aires Tour
• See Colon theater and Natl Congress

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the highlights of Buenos Aires on a 4-hour city tour which includes visits to typical neighborhoods like La Boca, Palermo, Recoleta, the Colon Theater, the National Congress, and the Presidential Palace.

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from $232

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Puritama Hotsprings

Itinerary

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Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take the half- day Puritama Hotsprings tour and enjoy the serenity and rejuvenating properties these mineral springs have to offer. The natural waters have a constant temperature of 35°C/95°F, making them comfortable and relieving muscle tension. This is an ideal way to relax after a long day visiting Machu Picchu and the surrounding areas.

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Mountain Biking in Cloudforest

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Homestays, Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Start your full-day adventure with a thrilling bike descent from Pichincha Volcano into Ecuador’s lush cloud forest. Ride from open paramo to dense greenery, taking in views of deep gorges and steep slopes. Enjoy a snack along the way and return to Quito by late afternoon or early evening.

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from $170

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Cotopaxi - Saquisilí Indian Market

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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Cotopaxi National Park

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Cotopaxi, the earth's highest active volcano (19347ft/5897m) with possibilities of seeing the Andean Condor. This is a full-day tour including a hike to the volcano's refuge lodge and a short walk to the nearest glacier.

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