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Trek the Route of the Parks of Patagonia
from $7,150
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Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North

10 Day Itinerary
  • Rafting adventure on Petrohue River
  • Cochamo Valley Exploration
  • Paddling in Reloncaví Fjord
  • Trek the North Patagonian Andes
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas
Activities
Hiking, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
On the 10-day Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North tour, explore Puerto Varas and the Chilean Patagonia Lake District. Highlights include a walking tour along Lake Llanquihue, rafting on the Petrohue River, a visit to Cochamo Valley, and a paddling adventure in the Reloncavi Fjord. Conclude the trip with a trek through the North Patagonian Andes.
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Beautiful Galapagos landscape
from $10,000
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
  • Take incredible photos of landscape
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy 15 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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Don\'t get too close
from $4,050
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Guyana Rainforest

6 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Georgetown’s historic markets
  • Paddle the Burro Burro River
  • Hike Surama Mountain trails
  • Visit majestic Kaieteur Falls
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 6-day tour explores remote Guyana, with birdwatching on Surama Mountain, a visit to the Amerindian village of Surama, and paddling the Burro Burro River. Spot wildlife, including spider monkeys, river otters, and tapirs, and end at Kaieteur Falls, five times the height of Niagara Falls.
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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $36,157
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Chilean fjords glacier sailing
  • Torres del Paine discovery
  • Francisco Coloane whale watching
  • Kayak near Antarctica’s landscapes
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Santiago / Santiago
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Antarctica and southern Chile on an 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s icy wilderness. Navigate through towering glaciers, remote fjords, and protected marine parks. Experience exploration through narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels.
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Whale bones at the Grytviken whaling station
from $16,136
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South Georgia & Falklands From Punta Arenas to Montevideo

Santiago - Montevideo - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Sail toward South Georgia
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Explore Falkland Islands
  • Watch migrating whales
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Santiago / Montevideo
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day expedition aboard MS Fram from Santiago to Montevideo via South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Encounter remarkable wildlife, explore remote landscapes, and enjoy immersive expedition experiences guided by expert naturalists.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $9,445
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Island Circumnavigation

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
  • Observe mola-mola sunfish
  • Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
  • Visit South Plaza Islands
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day cruise offers incredible snorkeling, hiking, and kayaking adventures all around the Galapagos archipelago in style. Gourmet cuisine, the best guides, and spacious & stylish cabins guarantee a top-notch luxury cruising experience second to none.
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Spot the Three Toed Sloth
from $6,700
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Amazon Encounter - Low Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • Explore the Marañón River
  • Spot pink river dolphins
  • Meet a revered shaman
  • Kayak through the rainforest
  • Walk the Fundo Casual trail
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Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Take a 5-day Amazon River cruise in Peru aboard the Delfin I. Travel from Iquitos to Nauta, Yanayacu, Yarapa, and the Amazon Confluence. Explore wildlife, meet local communities, and uncover rainforest traditions. Enjoy skiff rides, kayaking, piranha fishing, and cultural encounters while experiencing the heart of the Peruvian Amazon.
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baby sloth... oh so soft
from $6,600
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Amazon Encounter - High Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III
  • Marañón River skiff exploration
  • Dorado River kayak experience
  • Amazon tributary confluence views
  • Fundo Casual rainforest walk
  • Pacaya River full exploration
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Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day Peruvian Amazon cruise from Iquitos to Nauta aboard the Delfin III. Cruise rivers, spot wildlife, kayak flooded forests, and visit riverside communities inside Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Experience guided excursions, cultural insights, and unique rainforest ecosystems.
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Kayaking Tagus Cove
from $5,000
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Northwest Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Observe the nesting of boobies
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Hiking and observe the twin craters
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Genovesa, Isabela, Marchena, Fernandina, Floreana, Santa Cruz. Discover wildlife and the incredible landscapes of the Galapagos Islands!
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Uakari Floating Lodge
from $3,575
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Rio de Janeiro and Uakari Amazon Lodge

9 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Canoe through flooded forests
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Rio de Janeiro / Uakari Floating Lodge
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Rio de Janeiro and Uakari Amazon Lodge is a Brazil tour itinerary offered through Adventure Life. Review the day-by-day highlights and what's included, or contact a trip planner to customize the itinerary to your travel dates and interests.
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Wooden boardwalk in Bartolome
from $163,450
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Private Charter - Central Islands Aboard Infinity

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire South Plaza's beauty
  • Observe Giant Land Tortoises
  • Visit the famous Urbina Bay
  • Look out for amazing wilflife
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San Cristobal / North Seymour
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
The Galapagos are some of the world’s most famous and beguiling islands. The Infinity offers you the perfect opportunity to discover and enjoy this natural wonder next to your own group of up to 20 guests! Sailing across San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Isabela, Fernandina, and more.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $17,950
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit South Georgia
  • Discover Falkland History
  • Explore Patagonia Wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Sail Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Patagonia on this 20-day roundtrip voyage from Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Ushuaia, Port Stanley and Puerto Madryn, cross the Drake Passage, observe polar wildlife, and learn about the region’s history, geography and exploration through guided expedition activities.
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