South America Wildlife Cruises & Tours

from $7,051

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Finch Bay EcoHotel

10 Day Itinerary

• View Giant Tortoises
• Snorkel along shallow reefs
• Hike to view sea lions & lizards
• Choose from a menu of activities

Activity Level

Relaxed

Set the pace of your Galapagos adventure with a 10-day stay at the Finch Bay Eco-Hotel. Spend your time exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of the islands or relax in the comfort of your seaside hotel. Additional excursions can also be arranged if you wish.

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from $5,000

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Voyage on the Amazon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas

• See the historical town of Orellana
• See monkeys in Rescue center
• Discover the Yagua community
• Visit wildlife in Manatee Center

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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from $5,892

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Wildlife Week

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Falklands' wildlife
• Visit Pebble Island
• Visit Stanley
• Explore Volunteer Point

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend a week exploring the remote Falkland Islands. Visit Sea Lion Island to see seabirds, elephant seals, and sea lions. Spend three nights on Pebble Island observing penguins and albatrosses. Finish with two days on West Falkland, including a day with king and gentoo penguins at Volunteer Cove.

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from $3,692

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey

• Hike along lava flow Pahohoe
• Snorkel with sea lions
• Relax on volcanic black sand beach
• Marvel at Bartolome Island

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Journey to the Northern Islands of the Galapagos on this 5-day cruise aboard the Seaman Journey. Discover the wonders of the Galapagos Islands, from volcanic landscapes to vibrant wildlife.

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from $2,644

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Caiman Lodge

4 Day Itinerary

• Rise early and search for wildlife
• Trek along a myriad of trails
• Hike to see the spectacled caiman

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day extension tour of Brazil is based at Caiman Lodge, the world's largest tropical wetland housing the largest concentration of wildlife in the Americas. The Pantanal is home to jaguars, caimans and capybaras and hundreds of bird species. Spend your days hiking & canoeing the surrounding area in search of unique flora and fauna.

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from $1,030

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Ceiba Tops & Canopy Walkway

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike biodiverse primary rainforest
• Learn about Yagua native culture
• Spot dolphins and catch Amazon fish
• Observe the canopy from above
• Browse Mazan's morning market

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the Peruvian Amazon on this 5-day Ceiba Tops Lodge trip. Travel 25 miles downstream on the Amazon River to your beautiful sanctuary lodge with air-conditioned cabins and hot water showers. Observe Amazon wildlife and vegetation from a 115-foot Canopy Walkway, an unequaled experience!

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from $915

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Ceiba Tops Amazon Lodge

4 Day Itinerary

• Witness pink or gray dolphins
• View wildlife from the canopy
• Learn about Amazon holistic healing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Peru's vast jungle with a 3-night stay at Ceiba Tops Lodge. Make your way to Iquitos, the headwaters of the Amazon, and travel down the river to your jungle home. Visit an indigenous community and view wildlife from the canopy during your stay.

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from $12,921

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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey

• See diverse wildlife and birds
• Snorkel with sea lions
• Hike along lava flow Pahohoe
• Relax on volcanic black sand beach

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Islands Circumnavigation cruise to Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, Bartolome, Genovesa, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, and more! This comprehensive voyage on the Seaman Journey highlights the best of the Galapagos archipelago and treats travelers to amazing scenery and wildlife viewing.

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from $16,195

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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Visit Castro's colorful palafittes
• Explore Chiloe National Park forest
• View the advancing Pio XI Glacier
• Hike Torres del Paine's trails

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Puerto Montt / Ushuaia

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 15-day cruise through southern Chile's fjords aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the Beagle Channel and the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia. Enjoy Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewings, and two days of hiking in the stunning Torres del Paine National Park.

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from $7,384

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North and South Islands

9 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey

• Hike along lava flow Pahohoe
• See red-footed boobies
• Relax on volcanic black sand beach
• Marvel at Bartolome Island

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Journey to the Northern Islands of the Galapagos on this 9-day cruise aboard the Seaman Journey. Discover the wonders of the Galapagos Islands, from volcanic landscapes to vibrant wildlife.

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from $9,690

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Discovering the Hidden Guianas

15 Day Itinerary

• Witness the majestic Kaieteur Falls
• Experience canopy walkway
• Visit Paramaribo's UNESCO site
• Spot nocturnal wildlife
• Search for Giant Anteaters

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Georgetown / Cayenne

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the ultimate 15-day adventure through the Guianas. Discover Guyana's Kaieteur Falls and Rupununi wildlife, Suriname's UNESCO-listed Paramaribo and Maroon culture, and French Guiana's Space Center and Devil's Island. This tour blends pristine nature, rich history, and diverse cultures across three unique territories.

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from $9,163

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Guyana Wildlife and Adventure Journey

15 Day Itinerary

• Witness the majestic Kaieteur Falls
• Experience canopy walkway
• Observe giant anteaters
• Spot nocturnal wildlife

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Guyana / Georgetown

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the natural wonders of Guyana on a 15-day adventure. Visit Georgetown, Iwokrama River Lodge, and Atta Rainforest Lodge for wildlife spotting and trail walking. Experience Rewa Eco-Lodge and Karanambu for cultural insights and wetland exploration. Witness Giant Anteaters on the savannah and enjoy nocturnal river excursions.

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from $2,415

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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Visit the parrot clay licks
• Learn Amazon traditions and cuisine
• Observe nocturnal wildlife

Activity Level

Variable

Take the M/V Manatee on a 4-day Amazon River cruise. Travel from Quito to Coca, explore Pañacocha Lake, see parrot clay licks, and visit Kichwa communities. Enjoy guided walks, canoe rides, and kayaking in one of the world’s richest ecosystems.

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from $2,343

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Cristalino Jungle Lodge

5 Day Itinerary

• Search for unique flora and fauna
• Explore the trails of Cristalino
• Enjoy views of the jungle canopy

Activity Level

Relaxed

Immerse yourself in theBrazilian Amazon Jungle for 5 days with a visit to Cristalino Jungle Lodge. Keep yourself busy by searching for unique Amazonian flora and fauna, hiking, and enjoying views of the jungle canopy from the Canopy Tower.

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from $1,947

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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River

Iquitos Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla

• See pink and grey dolphins play
• Visit the birth place of the Amazon
• Meet and visit with locals

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activity Level

Variable

La Perla hosts this 4-day Amazon cruise from Iquitos. Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.

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from $11,550

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East Galapagos

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Observe a variety of wildlife
• Explore El Barranco
• Discover Bahía Sullivan lava flows
• Enjoy views of iconic Pinnacle Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Osborn Islet

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Immerse yourself in a pristine ecosystem rich with endemic wildlife on this 8-day East Galapagos cruise aboard Aqua Mare. Visit Playa Las Bachas, El Barranco, Bahía Sullivan, Cerro Dragón, El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve, Punta Suarez, and Santa Fe.

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from $3,750

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Amazon River Experience

4 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas

• Engage with the Yagua community
• Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
• See monkeys in the rescue center

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the heart of the Amazon rainforest in ultimate comfort on this 4-day adventure aboard the luxurious ship, the Crucero Amazonas. Enjoy guided excursions, exquisite dining, and breathtaking wildlife sightings. Experience the unspoiled splendor of the Amazon River and become fully immersed in the traditions of the rainforest.

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from $5,100

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Amazon Discovery - High Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises

• Visit Amazon Natural Park
• Kayak Yanayacu River
• Join an Amazon piranha fishing
• See Fundo Casual wildlife

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the Amazon on a 4-day cruise aboard Delfin I from Iquitos to Nauta. Explore flooded forests, meet local communities, spot pink dolphins, and visit the Amazon Natural Park. Experience guided excursions, unique wildlife, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.

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