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Boating by lily pads in Guyana
from $5,269
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Guyana Jungle Survival

7 Day Itinerary
  • Learn jungle survival skills
  • Spot wildlife in Iwokrama Forest
  • Visit Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls
  • Explore Georgetown with your guide
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this weeklong hands-on Guyana adventure tour you'll experience what it really takes to survive in the jungle with instruction in fire- and shelter-building, scavenging for food, and basic survival skills from your local Amerindian Guide. It also includes visit to the Amazonian Iwokrama Forest and Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls and the Surama Village.
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The Amazon River
from $5,280
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - High Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
  • Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
  • Discover the town of Nauta
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 4-day Amazon River luxury cruise on the Aqua Nera, from the Amazon port town of Iquitos. Your journey includes Yacapana Islands, Lake Clavero, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and the major tributaries of Ucayali and Maranon. Keep your eyes open for the mysterious pink river dolphin along the way, and enjoy activities like hiking & kayaking.
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from $5,320
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Coastal Gems of Uruguay

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Rocha Province
  • Discover Cabo Polonio
  • Experience Cerro Verde turtles
  • Explore Cocina de la Barra
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 7-day Coastal Gems of Uruguay Tour, discover José Ignacio, like the Hamptons for New Yorkers, which offers a chic getaway with a relaxed, sophisticated vibe and a unique South American bohemian charm. Visit Rocha Province, part of UNESCO's Bañados del Este Biosphere Reserve, which boasts exceptional biodiversity.
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Horseback Riding in El Encanto de Guanapalo Nature Reserve
from $3,864
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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit a Nature Reserve in Casanare
  • Enjoy horseback ride in the Reserve
  • Spy elusive wildlife
  • Learn about the Llanos' way of life
  • Spend time with the local community
  • Taste home-cooked lunch with locals
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Bogota
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Easy Active
On this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve. You explore a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions of the region, experiencing these customs with Llaneros while riding horses through the savannahs.
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $4,272
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Strolling on the beach in Mosquera
  • Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
  • Appreciate landscape on Isabela
  • Observe ecosystems of Santiago
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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
Activity Level
Variable
Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands
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Kayaking at Manglecito Eco Lodge in San Cristobal, Galapagos
from $4,299
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Galapagos Camping and Kayaking

4 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak to Manglecito Beach
  • Encounter Galapagos wildlife
  • Hike to Frigate Hill for views
  • Snorkel and explore underwater
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San Cristobal / Blue Marlin Hotel
Activities
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on a 4-day adventure on San Cristobal Island. Begin your journey with a kayak trip to Manglecito Beach, where you’ll encounter blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas. Explore Cerro Brujo and Kicker Rock, snorkel with sharks and rays, and hike to Frigate Hill. Enjoy well-prepared campsites and local wildlife. This tour combines kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling for a comprehensive Galapagos experience.
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Enjoy the grounds of Araras EcoLodge on horseback
from $1,931
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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
Activity Level
Relaxed
Araras Ecolodge Adventure 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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Gorriti Island in Punte del Este, Uruguay
from $2,097
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Uruguay Beach Escape

4 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Punta Del Este City
  • Discover La Barra
  • Trails to the Anastasio Stream
  • Experience the Uruguayan Tuscany
Starts / Ends
Jose Ignacio / Punta del Este
Activities
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 4-day Uruguay Beach Escape Tour, discover José Ignacio, Uruguay's equivalent of the Hamptons for locals, where you can escape the urban hustle in style. This small coastal town radiates a unique South American bohemian allure that's simply enchanting. Make sure to secure reservations for all the essential local experiences!
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Canoe ride
from $2,250
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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Observe Black Caimans
  • Walk Yasuni National Park
  • Encounter Amazon wildlife
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Moderate
One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.
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Trekking Sorata Circuit in Bolivia
from $2,537
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Cordillera Real Trek: Sorata Circuit

10 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the mountain village Sorata
  • Pass through Calzada pass
  • Pass through Chotanlona pass
  • See the Laguna San Francisco
  • Engage with local community
Starts / Ends
La Paz / La Paz
Activities
Camping, Hiking
Activity Level
Challenging
Join this 10-day Cordillera Real & Sorata Circuit trekking tour from La Paz, beginning in the mountain village of Sorata. Hike beneath the towering Illampu and Ancohuma massifs, crossing high-altitude lakes and spectacular trails with views of glaciers. Travel to remote landscapes and valleys, passing above 4,500 meters, for an unforgettable Andean adventure.
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Indigenous man hunting in the Amazon
from $1,689
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Calanoa Amazonas Experience

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Colombian Amazon
  • See exotic plants and animals
  • Learn about wildlife conservation
  • See the rich culture of Colombia
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Bogota
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the Amazon rainforest, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, while staying at an eco-lodge like Calanoa Amazonas during this 5-day Calanoa Amazonas Experience in Colombia. Learn about conservation efforts to preserve wildlife while viewing exotic species and their natural habitats.
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Fortress at Kuelap ruins
from $1,540
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Chachapoyas Discovery

10 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Lima
  • Experience Mochica culture
  • Visit archaeological site
  • Discover Chiclayo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Chiclayo and the Tucume Pyramids and Sipan ruins before continuing into the cloudforest to the lost civilization of Chachapoyas. This trip in northern Peru features visits to the huge mountaintop temple and fortress of Kuelap, the Leimebamba museum with its collection of 200 mummies, and the Revash tombs. There is an optional hike to Gocta Falls, the world's third tallest free-falling waterfall.
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