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Beach on Isabela island
from $18,905
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Galapagos Evolution Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Hike up Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Journey to Chinese Hat
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
  • View new and old tortoises
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy the Islands Circumnavigation tour aboard the Evolution. This 15-day voyage offers island trails, lagoons, white sand beaches and volcanic vistas. Snorkel and swim in crystalline waters and view abundant wildlife on this Galapagos adventure.
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Chimborazo Lodge
from $5,439
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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
  • Visit the homes of local weavers
  • Visit Antisana National Park
  • Experience Amazon jungle lodge
  • Hike scenic Cajas National Park
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.
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Moreno Point, Isabela Island, Galapagos
from $4,900
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Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Take a paga ride on Genovesa
  • Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
  • Visit a blue-footed booby colony
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an 8-day magical Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Nemo III! Discover the North Islands Genovesa, the coast of Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina. Walk, swim, and snorkel next to frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, penguins, giant tortoises & sea lions.
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
from $4,900
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Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Experience this 8-day cruise to the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and enjoy bays and striking beaches of white coral sand, a favorite place for large colonies of sea lions. Visit a variety of the best locations in Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, and Española islands.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $4,490
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Islands Circumnavigation - Naturalist Itinerary

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul
  • Snorkel volcanic Devil’s Crown
  • Visit the historic Post Office
  • Encounter Galapagos marine iguanas
  • Watch blue-footed boobies
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Galapagos Islands Northwest and Southern Loop aboard Danubio Azul on this 8-day expedition. Visit volcanic islands like Isabela and Bartolome, and encounter wildlife from giant tortoises to marine iguanas. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, pristine beaches, and remote islets.
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The rainforest from above
from $1,804
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Rio de Janeiro and Bonito

7 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Swim in unusually blue waters
Starts / Ends
Rio de Janeiro / Campo Grande
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Make your way to Brazil's ecotourism capital, Bonito, where you can admire the tropical wildlife on land and in the Rio de Prata.
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Napo Wildlife Center
from $2,000
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Napo Wildlife Center Exploration

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the Interpretative Centre
  • Search for monkeys
  • Explore Napo's surrounding creeks
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy the unique flora and fauna found in the Amazon Rainforest. Explore the forest by hiking on the trails, canoeing down the river and learning about Kichwa Anangu culture during your 5-day trip to Napo Wildlife Center.
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Napo Wildlife Center
from $1,635
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Napo Wildlife Center Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary
  • Climb the Canopy Observation Tower
  • Visit Añangu Lake
  • Hike along the forest trail
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy a snapshot of the Amazon Rainforest during your stay at Napo Wildlife Center. Hike through the Terra Firme forest, look for monkeys, and climb the Canopy Observation Tower on this 4-day tour.
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Macaws in the Amazon
from $1,218
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Refugio Amazonas Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak on the Tambopata River
  • Discover a new species of insect
  • Boat to the Chuncho Clay Lick
Activity Level
Relaxed
Take your family on a Peruvian trip to the Amazon rainforest from the comfort of Refugio Amazonas on this exciting 4-day tour. Enjoy climbing a 30 meter canopy tower, take a catamaran around Lake Condenado and let your kids explore the trail for children as you immerse yourself in the stunning nature of this dense verdant jungle.
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Snorkle in the clear waters of Rio de Prata
from $981
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Bonito Multisport

4 Day Itinerary
  • Float the Rio Prata with your guide
  • Rappel into the areas caves
  • Swim with tropical fish
Activity Level
Easy Active
Extend your travels to this charming village known for its crystal clear waters and unique caves. Dive into the Rio Prats's clear waters watching for tropical fish and learn about the areas flora and fauna. This inland tropical paradise is a unique addition to your Brazil travels
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Snorkeling the tropical waters of the Galapagos islands.
from $21,980
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West & East Galapagos

Santa Cruz - Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare
  • Enjoy Daphne Island's view
  • Visit Mosquera Islet
  • Discover Caleta Tagus
  • Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks
Starts / Ends
Puerto Ayora / Punta Suarez
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
From Santa Cruz to Baltra, embark on the ultimate bucket-list East & West Galapagos voyage onboard Aqua Mare. Explore Floreana, Isabela, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Mosquera, Española, and Plaza Sur.
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Guanacos in Torres del Paine
from $13,595
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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
  • Visit Cape Horn’s lighthouse
  • Witness Pío XI Glacier
  • Experience Torres del Paine
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
Activities
Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Canoeing down the Amazon
from $8,330
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Luxury Amazon Expedition - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon
  • Enjoy Amazon River birdwatching
  • Discover Yacapana Islands wildlife
  • Visit remote Amazon villages
  • Observe Ucayali River wildlife
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Boating by lily pads in Guyana
from $5,268
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Guyana Jungle Survival

7 Day Itinerary
  • Learn jungle survival skills
  • Spot wildlife in Iwokrama Forest
  • Visit Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls
  • Explore Georgetown with your guide
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Easy Active
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.
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The Amazon River
from $5,130
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - High 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
Fishing, Rainforest Exploration, 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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Horseback Riding in El Encanto de Guanapalo Nature Reserve
from $3,863
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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit a Nature Reserve in Casanare
  • Enjoy horseback ride in the Reserve
  • Spy elusive wildlife
  • Learn about the Llanos' way of life
  • Spend time with the local community
  • Taste home-cooked lunch with locals
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Bogota / Bogota
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Easy Active
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.
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Enjoy the grounds of Araras EcoLodge on horseback
from $1,724
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Araras EcoLodge Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Pantanal region
  • Take a nocturnal jungle walk
  • Search for a plethora of wildlife
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Relaxed
Designed for the active traveler, this 5-day tour based at Araras EcoLodge in Brazil enables you to walk, trek, horseback ride, canoe, and bike around the expansive Pantanal region. Enjoy a new adventure every day as you marvel at the unique flora, fauna, and landscape, accompanied by an expert local guide.
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Canoe ride
from $2,205
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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Observe Black Caimans
  • Walk Yasuni National Park
  • Encounter Amazon wildlife
  • Take an early morning hike
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Moderate
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.
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