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Sea and stone formations in Galapagos
from $10,920
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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
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Baltra / Osborn Islet
Activities
Hiking
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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View of a small village in the Amazon rain forest on the shore of the Yanayacu River in Peru
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
Village Visits, 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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Tree frog spotted in the Amazon
from $4,200
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Amazon Discovery - High Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III
  • Visit Amazon Natural Park
  • Experience Shaman ceremony
  • Try piranha fishing tradition
  • Discover Amazon River Confluence
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Iquitos / Iquitos
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Variable
Embark on a 4-day Amazon River cruise in Peru aboard Delfin III. Travel from Iquitos to Nauta, Yanayacu, and the Amazon Confluence. Explore wildlife-rich rivers, visit local communities, learn about rainforest medicine, and see native species at the Bee Project and Amazon Research Center. Encounter the Amazon’s nature and culture up close.
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River in the Amazon Rainforest
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
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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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Enjoy a sightseeing trip in a canoe.
from $2,750
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Into the Wild Amazon

Roundtrip Manaus - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tucano
  • Explore Anavilhanas Archipelago
  • Discover Manaus’ Rio Negro
  • Venture into igapo forests
  • Witness Amazon wildlife
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Manaus / Manaus
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day Amazon cruise aboard the M/Y Tucano to explore the Rio Negro's stunning biodiversity. Experience guided excursions through rainforest environments, wildlife spotting, and interactions with local communities.
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Llama at Machu Picchu ruins
from $7,223
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Islands and Incas

Galapagos & Machu Picchu - 15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore magical Machu Picchu
  • Visit the Inca terraces of Moray
  • Photograph iguanas & sea lions
  • Wonder at volcanic landscapes
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Combine 8 days in the Galapagos with a trip to Peru and Machu Picchu. Explore Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, and spend two days discovering Machu Picchu learning about the ancient ways of the Incas and the traditions of Andean people today. Then fly to the Galapagos Islands for 8 days of wildlife & natural discovery!
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King  Penguin chicks at Volunteer Point
from $8,285
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Falklands Quest

15 Day Itinerary
  • Observe diverse wildlife
  • Experience the Falkland Islands
  • Visit local communities
  • Learn about island life
Activity Level
Relaxed
Spend two weeks exploring the Falklands. See wildlife on Saunders, Pebble, and Sea Lion islands; visit war museums in Port Howard and Stanley; and enjoy free time on Carcass Island. Throughout your trip, meet the islanders and experience their hospitality. A full Falklands adventure.
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Hear no evil, see no evil
from $3,605
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Manu Biosphere

8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Andean history of Cusco
  • Visit the lush cloud forest
  • Learn about the local ecology
  • View parrots at a macaw clay lick
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
The pristine Manu Biosphere Reserve is one of the largest protected areas in South America. This trip takes you into the remote Manu Wildlife Center, where the amazing biodiversity delights birders, botanists, and curious travelers alike. Two days in colonial Cusco infuse your trip with Andean culture and make this a complete Peru adventure!
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $2,100
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Northern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
  • See Bachas Beach's floating pier
  • Admire El Barranco's amazing views
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the Norhern Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard Nemo II
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Beluga ship in the Galapagos
from $90,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Beluga

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Admire incredible wildlife
  • See unique bird species
  • Explore with your private group
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
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Baltra / Genovesa
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos covering some of the most beautiful islands including San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $4,532
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Finch Bay Eco-Hotel

5 Day Itinerary
  • View Giant Tortoises
  • Snorkel along shallow reefs
  • Choose from a menu of activities
Starts / Ends
Baltra / North Seymour
Activity Level
Relaxed
Set the pace of your Galapagos adventure with a 5-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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Visit a local community
from $3,900
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Amazon Discovery - Low Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III
  • Kayak Yanayacu River Lagoons
  • Observe Pink River dolphins
  • Witness Amazon River Confluence
  • Tour Bee Conservation Project
  • Encounter local Amazon communities
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking, Fishing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark from Iquitos on an Amazon River cruise aboard the Delfin III. Explore the rainforest near Nauta, the Yanayacu River, and Fundo Casual. Discover wildlife, meet local communities, and visit the confluence where the Amazon is born. Enjoy guided excursions, cultural experiences, and unique river activities.
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Perched macaws
from $3,744
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River - High Water Season

Iquitos Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the Mirrored Forest
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Explore the black water streams
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve, one of Peru´s largest national parks. Go piranha fishing, trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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Ship graveyard in Stanley, Falkland Islands
from $4,742
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Falkland Island Life

8 Day Itinerary
  • Learn about Falklands history
  • Visit a large working farm
  • Explore wildlife-rich Sea Lion Isl.
  • Tour Stanley battlefields & beaches
Activity Level
Relaxed
An ideal introduction to the culture and history of the Falklands! Visit historical sites, tour a working sheep farm, and explore several prime wildlife-viewing spots on this week-long Falklands exploration. A great overview tour adventure!
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Kayaks await in Alaska
from $10,588
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
  • Observe marine turtle on Espumilla
  • Hike to the Pitt Point
  • Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land
Activity Level
Variable
Adventure in the magic Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV! Enjoy 15 days of travel in unique destinations. Observe the endemic wildlife in North Seymour, Darwin Bay (Genovesa), Vicente Roca Point (Isabela), Urbina Bay and others.
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from $12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.
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Sunrise over the Amazon
from $6,560
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Luxury Amazon Explorer - High Water

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Explore the black water river
  • Watch the famous pink dolphins
  • Fish for ferocious piranhas
Starts / Ends
Nauta / Iquitos
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy a luxurious 5-day cruise exploring the Amazon on the Aqua Nera. Expert guides take you each day by skiff to explore the flooded forest and local villages. Learn about the medicinal properties of the plants, spot the incredible wildlife, and experience the rainforest with activities like piranha fishing, trekking, and bird and monkey spotting.
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Spot the Three Toed Sloth
from $5,000
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Amazon Discovery - Low Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • Learn Amazon rainforest medicine
  • Visit Amazon Research Center
  • Tour Bee Project
  • Meet local communities
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day Amazon River cruise from Iquitos to Nauta aboard the Delfin I. Explore flooded forests, spot pink dolphins, visit communities, and see the river confluence. Discover diverse wildlife, learn from local guides, and experience the cultural and natural wonders of the Amazon Basin.
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