South America Trips with Village Visits

Explore the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest aboard the M/V Anakonda for an 8-day tour of Amazon Tributaries. Explore isolated communities and rare, biodiverse habitats on a boat tour. Kayak through rivers and lakes with otters and turtles as your guides, climb observation towers to see the rainforest canopy up close and explore the jungle on foot while keeping an eye out for local species.

Set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a 15-day adventure into the landscapes of South America. Experience the beauty of the Chilean fjords, where channels, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and narrow passages await. Explore Puerto Williams, circumnavigate Cape Horn, and glide past the glaciers of Garibaldi, Crostini, Skua, El Brujo, and Pie XI.

Join a 10-day culinary exploration through Uruguay. Sip wine, taste artisan cheeses, and sample olive oils as you make your way through the countryside.

Come and discover the wildlife on this 4-day Negro River cruise aboard the Amazon Clipper. You'll see all sorts of creatures in their natural habitats, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the side trips included.

Experience the unique living culture in Peru in this 6-day Cusco and Huilloc Homestay Tour.

Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Patagonia and Chile's southern fjords. Experience guided hikes, kayaking, and wildlife viewing, including humpback whales and penguins, while visiting stunning locations like Torres del Paine and Cape Horn.

Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike along the way, culminating with two days exploring Machu Picchu with your local guide. A perfect mix of history and adventure, this 9 day tour will delight young and old alike.

Embark on 11-day voyage from Puerto Montt, Chile to Ushuaia, Argentina aboard Magellan Explorer. Explore the Chonos Archipelago, Caleta Tortel, Pío XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Las Montañas Channel, Torres del Paine, Beagle Channel, and Yendegaia National Park. Discover glaciers, fjords, forests, wildlife, and remote landscapes of Patagonia.

This 11-day Route of the Parks small group multisport tour from Temuco to Puerto Natales is perfect for travelers looking to experience Patagonia. It includes hiking, biking, and rafting. Travel through the 17 parks, and engage with the region's nature, local communities, and culture, all while supporting rewilding efforts.

Sail from Valparaiso to Ushuaia on a 15-day expedition cruise through Chilean Patagonia aboard L' Austral. Discover glaciers, fjords, historic towns, and UNESCO sites aboard a small ship designed for remote exploration.

Embark on an 8-day river cruise through Peru's northern Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, starting in Iquitos with a city tour. Explore remote villages, rich wildlife, and enjoy activities like birdwatching, kayaking, and fishing in the stunning Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.

During this weeklong hands-on Guyana adventure tour you'll experience what it really takes to survive in the jungle with instruction in fire- and shelter-building, scavenging for food, and basic survival skills from your local Amerindian Guide. It also includes visit to the Amazonian Iwokrama Forest and Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls and the Surama Village.

Explore Aysen’s Route of the Parks in 10 days from Balmaceda. Hike Queulat’s hanging glaciers, trek Cerro Castillo trails, and spot guanacos in Patagonia National Park. Sail through General Carrera Lake’s marble caves and glide past icebergs in San Rafael Lagoon. Stay in remote lodges with guided hikes and scenic drives.

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.

On this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve. You explore a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions of the region, experiencing these customs with Llaneros while riding horses through the savannahs.

The Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu offers the perfect combination of traditional adventure travel and cultural immersion. This 8-day lodge-to-lodge journey will alternate between an exploration of the astounding natural scenery of the Sacred Valley and an intimate look at Andean culture, both in busy towns and in remote of mountain hamlets.

The land of the Incas near Cusco and the Sacred Valley is a great destination for active adventures. With deep canyons cut by beautiful rivers and backroads and trails in the shadows of the impressive Andes, explore the countryside during this multi-day biking and raft trip and visit the Inca cities of Cusco and Ollantaytambo. Travelers will have a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River, one of South America's premier rivers. Single-track and more advanced biking routes can be arranged based on travelers' experience.

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.