Top South America Trips & Tours in September 2026

from $5,130

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Luxury Amazon Discovery - Low Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera

• Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
• Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
• Discover the town of Nauta

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Fishing, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 4-day Amazon River luxury cruise on the Aqua Nera, from the Amazon port town of Iquitos. Your journey includes Yacapana Islands, Lake Clavero, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and the major tributaries of Ucayali and Maranon. Keep your eyes open for the mysterious pink river dolphin along the way, and enjoy activities like hiking & kayaking.

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from $4,400

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise through the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

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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from $3,472

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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

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

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 $5,140

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba

• Observe the giant Galapagos turtles
• Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
• Snorkel around Gardner Island
• Take incredible photos of landscape

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .

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from $5,600

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Explora Atacama

5 Day Itinerary

• Experience Puritama hot springs
• Visit Atacama Desert
• Discover Atacama's hidden gems

Starts / Ends

Altiplánico San Pedro de Atacama / Atacama Desert

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Immerse in an all-inclusive adventure in the heart of Atacama and witness geysers, salt flats, lagoons, volcanoes, and dunes. Experience Explora's cozy lodging, including its spa and gastronomic offerings, and various excursions like a trip to the observatory to witness some of the world’s clearest skies and thermal baths in Puritama hot springs.

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from $4,990

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Southeastern Islands Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Admire Española's unique wildlife
• Snorkel across Osborn Islet
• Explore Mosquera Islet

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This cruise may be short on days but it's big on amazing wildlife, such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions. Discover San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana and more on this 4-Day Galapagos cruise. Snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, rays, and sea turtles.

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from $5,000

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Luxury Amazon Explorer - Low Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

• Explore the black water river
• Watch the famous pink dolphins
• Fish for ferocious piranhas

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day river cruise through the Peruvian Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, beginning in Iquitos. Explore diverse wildlife, visit local villages, and enjoy activities like fishing and canoeing in the stunning Pacaya Samiria National Reserve before returning to Iquitos.

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from $4,400

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East-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

• Explore El Junco Lagoon
• Visit the Research Center
• View lava tubes and lava flows
• Cruise through mangroves

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise around the Galapagos archipelago aboard the Beluga and learn about the wildlife and geological activity unique to this region. Snorkeling among marinelife, exploring the islands on foot, and visiting the Charles Darwin Research Center are all highlights included on this short cruise!

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from $2,386

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Patagonia Camp - Torres del Paine

4-8 Day Itinerary

• Choose from daily excursions
• Hike to the base of the towers
• Kayak or fish Toro Lake
• Search for Condors & other fauna

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Easy Active

Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of enormous Lake Toro and facing the Paine Massif, only 15 km from the Torres Del Paine Park’s administration center and close to the the main attractions that have made Torres del Paine world famous. Enjoy trekking, light hiking, fishing, kayaking as you explore Chile's famed National Park. 

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from $3,795

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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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

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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from $3,795

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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

Activities

Snorkeling, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

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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from $4,500

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Dive & snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Learn about Post Office Bay
• Inspect the ecosystem
• Hike on Chinese Hat

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to sea lions on a tour of the Southeast Islands. Discover the history of Post Office Bay and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $4,500

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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the North & West Islands. Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $4,247

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $4,400

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West-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

Activity Level

Variable

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from $2,900

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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

Starts / Ends

Highlands / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

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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from $2,900

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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

Starts / Ends

South Plaza Island / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

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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