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from $8,425
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Classic Galapagos Safari & Isabela

7 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Santa Cruz Island
  • Snorkel across Floreana
  • Admire unique wildlife
  • Enjoy Isabela's sandy beaches
Starts / Ends
Los Gemelos (Twin Craters) / Las Tintoreras
Activity Level
Moderate
Luxury camping in one of the world's most remarkable archipelagos. The Galapagos Safari Camp tour is perfect for the traveler that prefers his or her tours active and want to stay in a unique location, not just your standard hotel.
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Chimborazo Lodge
from $5,109
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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, Local Market 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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
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
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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Lopes Mendes Beach
from $1,780
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Costa Verde of Brazil

10 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer statue
  • Explore the colonial town of Paraty
  • Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach
  • Kayak along rugged coastline
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 10-day Brazil tour can be customized based on your interests! Begin with a visit to vibrant Rio de Janeiro where you will see Rio's famous landmarks. Continue to Paraty with its cobblestone streets and rich history. Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach and snorkel, kayak, or simply relax on the beach as you end your Brazil trip.
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Enjoy the grounds of Araras EcoLodge on horseback
from $1,519
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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, Horseback Riding
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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The rainforest from above
from $1,366
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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
Rainforest Exploration, 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 $1,868
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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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Macaws in the Amazon
from $1,140
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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
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
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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Napo Wildlife Center
from $1,525
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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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Snorkle in the clear waters of Rio de Prata
from $559
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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
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
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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Snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands
from $17,819
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Ultimate Galapagos Holiday Voyage

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Explore Santiago volcanic landscape
  • Explore among nesting seabirds
  • Learn wildlife science
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Snorkeling, Hiking, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
This 12-day Ultimate Galápagos holiday voyage aboard the National Geographic Islander II explores more islands than most cruises. Enjoy daily snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking among iconic wildlife, with luxury stays and family-friendly programs rounding out your journey in Guayaquil.
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Wildlife on Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego
  • Visit the Garibaldi Fjord
  • See wildlife in Magdalena Island
  • Cross the Gulf of Penas
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on the Magellan Explorer for this 9-day Patagonia and Chilean Fjords cruise. One of the world's southernmost places, Chilean Patagonia, is home to enormous glaciers with blue hues and angular Andes mountain peaks.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $11,900
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

Valparaiso to Ushuia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise the Pulluche Canal
  • Discover Tortel's wooden walkways
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Watch wildlife in Tuckers Islets
Starts / Ends
Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Dientes Circuit in Patagonia
from $2,925
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Dientes Circuit Trek

Dientes de Navarino Trek - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Dientes Circuit
  • Trek the southernmost circuit
  • Explore Navarino Island
  • Enjoy camping and lodge stays
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience what some call "the best trek in Patagonia" on this nature-lovers' trek! Spend six days hiking to the Dientes de Navarino massif along rural roads through and alongside forests, peat bogs, valleys, ponds, lakes, and rivers.
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