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Rockhopper penguins
from $6,495
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Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Encounter king penguin colonies
  • Explore historic Port Stanley
  • Walk Saunders white beaches
  • Photograph Steeple Jason albatross
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Sail on a 10-day Falkland Islands expedition from Ushuaia to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Explorer. Encounter king, gentoo, and rockhopper penguins, visit Stanley, and explore remote islands including Saunders, Pebble, and West Point. Experience dramatic cliffs, white-sand beaches, and rich South Atlantic wildlife in a focused small-ship journey.
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Torres del Paine
  • Encounter Pio XI Glacier
  • Navigate Beagle Channel
  • Discover Caleta Tortel
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
Activities
Kayaking, Village Visits
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Variable
Explore 11 days from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard Magellan Explorer through Chilean Patagonia. Navigate the Beagle Channel, Darwin Range, Strait of Magellan, and Glacier Alley. Visit Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Caleta Tortel, and the Chonos Archipelago on an expedition rich in wildlife, fjords, and culture.
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Guests explore the Amazon River
from $4,947
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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III
  • Kayak black-water lagoons
  • Watch for Amazon wildlifeVisit loca
  • Explore Lima
  • Visit local ribereños
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Lima / Lima
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day Amazon River expedition aboard Delfin III. Explore Pacaya-Samiria Reserve by skiff and kayak, observe pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Visit local ribereños communities and support sustainable initiatives in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.
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Beach on Isabela island
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands

Roundtrip Guayaquil - 8 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Set foot on seven islands and islet
  • View marine life
  • See the nesting birds and wildlife
  • Visit Galápagos Islands
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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Variable
Begin your amazing 8-day expedition at the riverfront Wyndham Guayaquil then spend the rest of your trip sailing across the legendary Galapagos Islands aboard the small ship La Pinta. Visit Baltra, North Seymour, Isabela, Fernandina, and more!
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Crab on the rocks
from $5,786
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Southeastern Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II
  • Ride a panga around Gardner Bay
  • Relax on a white-sand beach
  • View giant tortoises
  • Explore Fernandina
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Journey to the Southern Islands on a 7-day tour of the Galapagos. Visit a historic post office, snorkel and view unique sea birds during your cruise aboard the Isabela II.
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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $3,753
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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis
  • Explore Cape Horn cliffs
  • Witness Pia Glacier calving
  • Visit Ainsworth Bay wildlife
  • Spot penguins on Magdalena
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Sail through Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise. Visit Cape Horn, explore majestic glaciers, hike through pristine forests, and witness penguins and diverse wildlife aboard the Stella Australis.
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Zodiac trip to see penguins.
from $3,753
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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis
  • Cruise through the Beagle Channel
  • Spot Magellanic penguins
  • Hike to viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
  • Zodiac to Porter Glacier
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day expedition cruise through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego aboard MV Stella Australis. Experience the remote landscapes of Patagonia aboard a comfortable expedition ship designed for adventure in one of the most pristine regions on Earth.
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Cape Horn Biosphere
from $3,753
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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis
  • Explore beautiful Wulaia Bay
  • Visit historical Ushuaia
  • Hike at Garibaldi Glacier
  • Admire Andean condors
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Join the MV Ventus Australis on a magical adventure. Starting from Punta Arenas and traveling all the way to Cape Horn and back, this voyage has it all. Explore the wonders of Patagonia while you learn more about the interesting mix of cultures in Ushuaia and admire the breathtaking views.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $5,987
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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta
  • Observe giant tortoises
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike to a red-footed booby colony
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Board the La Pinta and sail through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos. This 5-day adventure takes you to Santa Cruz, Bartolome, and Genovesa. Enjoy sea lions, sea birds, and giant Galapagos tortoises which first made this island archipelago famous!
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Sierra Negra volcano
from $8,250
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Islands Circumnavigation II

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Hike Sierra Negra volcano
  • Observe iguanas feeding
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Cachalote Explorer for an extensive tour of the Galapagos Islands. Spend your time at places like Cerro Brujo, Devil's Crown and the Charles Darwin Research Center on this 15-day adventure!
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Valparaiso, Chile
from $6,695
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Chile & Peru: Voyage Through the Humboldt Current

Valparaiso to Lima - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore Atacama Desert
  • Discover Ancient Arica
  • Visit Historic Arequipa
  • Experience Coastal Paracas
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Valparaiso / Callao
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Travel from Valparaiso, Chile, to Lima, Peru, on a 10-day expedition aboard MV Discoverer. Visit Isla Pan de Azucar, the Atacama Desert, Arica, Arequipa, and Paracas while exploring coastal landscapes, archaeological sites, wildlife habitats, and cultural landmarks. Enjoy time at sea along the Pacific coast between guided excursions.
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Couple sitting on a beach among sea lions
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South & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Dive & Snorkel around Kicker Rock
  • Lounge alongside sleeping sea lions
  • Walk along a white coral sand beach
  • Learn the history of Floreana
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Enjoy the beauty of Bartolome, Española, Floreana, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santiago and South Plaza on this 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. On this cruise of the South and Central Islands, you'll have daily opportunities to hike, snorkel, kayak, and explore the incredible biodiversity of Galapagos!
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