Top South America Trips & Tours in September 2025

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Rio Social Projects

1 Day Itinerary

• Experience Carnaval
• Tour a favela
• Visit a community project

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the famed Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, taking in the sights and sounds of this vibrant celebration. Visit the Providencia favela and learn about social programs happening in the favela through the Morrinho Project.

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from $100

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Samba Lessons

½ Day Itinerary

• Learn Samba with dance instructors

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy one of Brazil's most popular dances with a private samba lesson in Rio de Janeiro. Your dance teachers at the Samba School in Ipanema will introduce you to the basic steps and body movements to the quick rhythm of the Samba.

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from $57

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Wine Tasting in Cafayate

½ Day Itinerary

• Explore a winery in Calchaqui
• Learn more about Piatelli Vineyards
• Experience Premium Reserve wines
• Learn more about wines

Activities

Cooking Classes, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Head to the Piatelli Winery for some wine tasting. Explore the history of this family winery and taste the wines that make it so unique. Taste 4 different wine varieties (Torrontes, Malbec, Malbec-Tannat, and Cabernet Sauvignon) from the Premium Reserve range while learning about each wine's complex flavors and aromas.

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from $81

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Salta Canopy Zipline

½ Day Itinerary

• Enjoy a zipline on Juramento Canyon
• See the incredible vistas at Peñas
• Enjoy a safely guided adventure

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Moderate

Salta’s canopy adventure is a zip line canopy tour that gives you the chance to fly through the forest on an unforgettable experience, swooping over the Juramento River and its beautiful canyon, throughout the top of the tallest trees in Salta.

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from $71,440

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Swim and snorkel in Bartolome
• Spot flamingos
• Hike around Post Office Bay
• Observe sharks in Gardner Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

The Eastern Islands of the Galapagos are a great place to experience flamingos, whimbrels, tortoises and more. Board the EcoGalaxy for an incredible 6-day private tour of these islands.

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from $60,800

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Discover Dragon Hill
• Visit Espumilla Beach
• See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
• Hike across Urbina Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.

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from $57,760

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Private Charter - Northeast Galapagos Catamaran Cruise Aboard EcoGalaxy

5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Swim along coral beaches
• Observe a variety of sea birds
• Hike the shores of North Seymour

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 5 days cruising through the Galapagos on a tour of the Northeast Islands. Witness sea lions, iguanas and beautiful scenery on this private adventure aboard the EcoGalaxy.

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from $41,040

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Private Charter - Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

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

Starts / Ends

South Plaza Island / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos archipelago on this 5-day cruise designed for families with children, visiting Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and Bartolome! Encounter the archipelago's unique wildlife in their natural habitat and take the opportunity to snorkel in pristine waters, swim with sea lions, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.

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from $6,605

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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

• View endemic wildlife
• Discover scenic coastlines
• See varied islands and habitats
• Experience the Galápagos undersea

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.

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from $10,250

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

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from $8,495

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Darwin's Odyssey

Baltra roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

• Explore Santa Cruz
• Visit Punta Moreno
• Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
• See flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day Darwin's Odyssey cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz for giant tortoises, snorkel with playful sea creatures, hike Sierra Negra volcano, and witness unique wildlife like flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins.

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from $6,934

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Galapagos Escape

7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
• Walk along colonies of seabirds
• Visit Pinnacle Rock
• See red-footed boobies and lizards

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $4,292

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Explore beautiful beaches
• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel among green sea turtles

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.

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from $8,290

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• View a sea lion colony
• Explore underground lava tubes
• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Visit the blowhole on Espanola

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.

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from $8,290

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Islands Circumnavigation - East

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Explore Witch Hill
• Swim with reef fish
• Visit Cormorant Point
• Snorkel in clear water

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.

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from $5,200

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Southern Islands

Baltra - Highlands - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
• Visit the Interpretation Center
• Walk across Gardner Bay
• Discover Suarez Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Highlands

Activity Level

Variable

Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth aboard Alya, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife, including sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds.

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from $4,292

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Eastern & Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit Bachas Beach
• Observe swimming fur seals
• Set foot on dark-red sand beaches
• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Cerro Colorado

Activity Level

Variable

Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusual high percentage of endemic animals of the Galapagos Islands, and experience a unique exploration of the archipelago´s pristine islands, unique landscapes and magical corners.

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from $4,700

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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
• Hike along the base of the Volcano
• Explore Egas Port
• Ride around Tagus Cove

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. There is an endless list of activities to do on the different islands: Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida and Santiago.

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