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Hiking Los Glaciares, with views of the famous spires of Torres del Paine
from $9,695
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Deep Patagonia: Tierra del Fuego & the Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia to Valparaiso - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore legendary Cape Horn
  • Cruise Beagle Channel waters
  • Discover Torres del Paine
  • Visit Castro Chiloe Island
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Valparaiso
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Chilean Patagonia aboard MV Discoverer on a 15-day voyage. Cruise through fjords, channels, and islands, visit Cape Horn, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine, Chiloe, and Valparaiso, spot wildlife, ride Zodiacs, and discover remote coastal communities across southern Chile and Patagonia.
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Guests explore the Amazon Dorado River at night by Skiff, Argentina
from $9,501
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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima to Lima - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II
  • Kayak black-water lagoons
  • Watch for Amazon wildlife
  • Explore Lima
  • Visit local ribereños
Starts / Ends
Lima / Iquitos
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Peruvian Amazon on a 9-day cruise aboard Delfin II, beginning with an overnight stay in Lima and continuing deep into the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Enjoy daily skiff and kayak excursions, wildlife sightings, and cultural visits in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
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Bartolome Island and Pinnacle Rock
from $9,247
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Galapagos Islands – Nine of the Best Isles

Quito Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II
  • Explore Quito Old Town
  • See nine of the best isles
  • Discover Isabela & Fernandina
  • Experience Santiago coastline
  • Learn islands and Darwin research
Starts / Ends
Quito / Baltra
Activities
Hiking, Snorkeling, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an 11-day Galapagos Island Cruise on Santa Cruz II, starting in Quito and visiting Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and more. Discover wildlife, beaches, and volcanic landscapes.
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Galapagos Tortoise
from $11,613
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Islands Circumnavigation II

Roundtrip Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore Isabela's lava tunnels
  • Ascend Sierra Negra
  • Discover unique wetland birds
  • Swim around Pinnacle Rock
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day Galapagos Islands circumnavigation cruise on Anahi. Explore Isabela's Las Tintoreras and Sierra Negra Volcano, snorkel with diverse marine life, visit Rábida's red rocks, and discover wildlife at North Seymour and Bachas Beach. Conclude with visits to Charles Darwin Research Station and Fausto Llerena Center.
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Land iguana looking out over water
from $7,100
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius
  • Get up close with amazing wildlife
  • Explore Isabela Island
  • Spot fur seals in Santiago
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Join Galaxy Sirius on a 6-day Galapagos cruise to encounter an incredible array of wildlife, from giant tortoises to playful sea lions. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago, and enjoy activities such as snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife spotting. Expert guides share their knowledge and passion, ensuring an unforgettable journey.
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Horse ride in Los Flamencos Lagoon
from $6,842
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The Complete Patagonia Experience: Culture and Nature

8 Day Itinerary
  • Discover a 19th century estancia
  • Learn about the ranch life
  • See the famed Torres del Paine
  • Choose from a variety of activities
  • Explore in an all-terrain adventure
Starts / Ends
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Hacienda Visits, Horseback Riding, Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 8-day Patagonia culture and nature adventure, a combination of unique wildlife, cultural immersion and spectacular scenery in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Explore Torres del Paine National Park and choose your activities each day based on your preferences and interests.
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Swimming sea turtle
from $9,282
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Islands Circumnavigation I

Baltra - San Cristobal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Walk through Las Tintoreras
  • Observe unique wetland birds
  • Visit Punta Espinoza
  • Snorkel at Punta Vicente Roca
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Circumnavigate the Galapagos Islands on this 12-day cruise, experiencing the best that the archipelago has to offer. Explore South Plaza, San Cristobal, Isabela, Genovesa, Santa Fe, and more! Abundant wildlife viewing opportunities await as you traverse the islands, snorkel in the clear waters, or enjoy a relaxing swim off the pristine shores.
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Sea lion on the beach
from $5,700
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius
  • Snorkel with fish and sea lions
  • Send a mail from Post Office Bay
  • Learn about the island's past
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Galaxy Sirius on a fully inclusive 5-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, and discover the wonders of the Southern Islands including Floreana, Espanola, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and Santa Cruz. Experience the thrill of snorkeling among sea turtles, playful sea lions, marine iguanas, rare and colorful fish, sharks, and even penguins.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $8,690
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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • View a sea lion colony
  • Explore underground lava tubes
  • Snorkel with fish and sea lions
  • Visit the blowhole on Espanola
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.
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(Santiago)
from $8,690
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Islands Circumnavigation - East

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Explore Witch Hill
  • Swim with reef fish
  • Visit Cormorant Point
  • Snorkel in clear water
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.
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Traditional boat on the Rio Negro, Amazon
from $8,618
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Best of Ecuador: Islands to the Highlands

13 Day Itinerary
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano
  • See Los Gemelos volcanic sinkholes
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Take canoe excursions
  • Walk along a suspended bridge
  • Spot a unique and elusive bear
  • Visit Otavalo Market
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Ecuador in 13 days, from the Galápagos Islands to the Amazon and Andes. Explore Isla Isabela and Santa Cruz, spot wildlife at Sacha Lodge, and dive into Andean culture in Ibarra. Enjoy island activities, wildlife encounters, and stunning landscapes.
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The port town of Ushuaia
from $1,955
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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis
  • Visit Cape Horn National Park
  • Admire Wulaia Bay's natural beauty
  • Hike at spectacular Pia Glacier
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego on a 5-day expedition cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas. This cruise offers an immersive experience through remote fjords, icy landscapes, and historic sites.
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