South America Trips with Village Visits

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.

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.

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 the Casanare Region in Colombia, a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions and culture of the region. During this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve and experience their 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.

Explore the Amazon rainforest, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, while staying at an eco-lodge like Calanoa Amazonas during this 5-day Calanoa Amazonas Experience in Colombia. Learn about conservation efforts to preserve wildlife while viewing exotic species and their natural habitats.

Begin and end your nine-day trip discovering the best of Ecuador high in the Andes where we'll explore the colonial capital city of Quito. Then, bargain with colorfully-dressed indigenous women in the Otavalo Market, visit the Bellavista Cloud Forest, Cotopaxi Volcano & National Park and the town of Baños on this tour of the best of the Ecuadorian Andes.

Enjoy a luxurious 5-day cruise exploring the Amazon on the Aqua Nera. Expert guides take you each day by skiff to explore the flooded forest and local villages. Learn about the medicinal properties of the plants, spot the incredible wildlife, and experience the rainforest with activities like piranha fishing, trekking, and bird and monkey spotting.

Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.

Plan your perfect 7-day hiking adventure in Chile’s Lake District, starting from Puerto Varas. Experience breathtaking views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes, explore Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Lake Todos Los Santos, and Alerce Andino, and visit Chiloé Island. Finish your trip on the El Solitario trail before returning to Puerto Varas.

This 7-day tour of Ecuador's Avenue of the Volcano explores the history and culture of the Andes while staying in luxurious haciendas: Hacienda Rumiloma overlooking Quito, traditional Hacienda Zuleta near Otavalo, and the former Inca palace of San Agustin de Callo in the shadows of fuming Cotopaxi Volcano.

Embark on a 5-day adventure aboard the luxury ship Crucero Amazonas, experiencing the heart of the Amazon rainforest in ultimate comfort. Enjoy guided excursions, exquisite dining, and breathtaking wildlife sightings. Explore the pristine beauty of the Amazon River, immerse in local cultures, and relax in luxurious accommodations. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and luxury travelers alike.

This 10-day tour through Guyana's wild interior features excursions to the Karanambu Ranch and through the dense Iwokrama Forest will acquaint you with jaguars, river otters, caiman, and countless birds as you hike, kayak, and drive. Ideal for true wildlife enthusiasts, you will even have the chance to walk in the canopy of this lush rainforest.

This active 5-day tour of Lake Titicaca in Peru puts kayaking at the heart of the experience, allowing you to explore the largest and highest lake in South America in a truly unique way, while enjoying the cultural intimacy offered by a homestay with a local family whose roots go back to ancient times.