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Chiloe Island adventure
from $2,969
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Chiloe Island Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Admire the view of Osorno Volcano
  • Paddle Río Petrohué into Reloncaví
  • Enjoy lunch with locals
  • Hike along the coast to penguins
  • Visit Valley of the Sunken Forest
  • Enjoy water activities
  • See Dalcahue UNESCO World Heritage
  • Biking to Chiloé National Park
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience Chile's Lake District on this 8-day active adventure and discover the natural and cultural beauty of Chiloé Island. Visit UNESCO churches and fishing villages, kayak through fjords, bike to Chiloé National Park, and see penguins, dolphins, and other wildlife along the Pacific coast.
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Canoeing the river
from $2,343
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Cristalino Jungle Lodge

5 Day Itinerary
  • Search for unique flora and fauna
  • Explore the trails of Cristalino
  • Enjoy views of the jungle canopy
Activity Level
Relaxed
Immerse yourself in theBrazilian Amazon Jungle for 5 days with a visit to Cristalino Jungle Lodge. Keep yourself busy by searching for unique Amazonian flora and fauna, hiking, and enjoying views of the jungle canopy from the Canopy Tower.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $12,599
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South America Grand

34 Day Itinerary
  • Observe toucans and macaws
  • Snorkel among Galapagos marine life
  • Watch water flood over Iguazu Falls
  • Hike to the spires of El Paine
Activities
Local Market Visits, Fishing, Biking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Cooking Classes, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the best of South America on this month-long adventure that begins in Ecuador and ends in Chile. This itinerary has it all from snorkeling, hiking, and searching for wildlife to cultural immersion, food tasting, and history. This itinerary takes you to the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, and Easter Island, just to name a few.
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Sea and stone formations in Galapagos
from $11,550
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Osborn Islet
Activities
Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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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Swim alongside playful turtle in crystal-clear currents
from $6,400
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Diving Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver III
  • Explore Wolf Island while diving
  • Discover Darwin Arch
  • Discover Shark Bay
  • Explore La Banana dive site
  • Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
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Baltra / Santa Cruz
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos expedition aboard Galaxy Diver III from Baltra Airport, Santa Cruz, Wolf Island, and Darwin Arch. Dive into world-class sites and encounter hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, sea lions, and marine iguanas.
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Woman jumping! Salar de Uyuni
from $2,200
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Uyuni and Colored Lagoons

5 Day Itinerary
  • View pink flamingos in the desert
  • See ancient mummies in the museum
  • Visit Uynui Salt Flats
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La Paz / La Paz
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 5-day tour will give you a taste of Bolivia's geological diversity from volcanoes to ancient salt flats. Explore the region of Uyuni famous home of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space, before traveling south where the lagoons are vibrantly colored from the thermal activity.
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Canopy walk through the heart of the rainforest
from $1,582
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River

Iquitos Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Meet and visit with locals
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
La Perla hosts this 4-day Amazon cruise from Iquitos. Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $12,130
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Classic Patagonia: Glaciers and Peaks

Puerto Natales to Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Bernal Glacier by Zodiac
  • Chilean fjords exploration
  • Explore Karukinka Natural Park
  • Hike beech forests
Starts / Ends
Puerto Natales / Buenos Aires
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Travel through Chilean Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise from Puerto Natales to Ushuaia aboard National Geographic Endurance. Sail fjords, glaciers, and narrow channels, explore by Zodiac and kayak, hike remote shores, and visit Karukinka Natural Park.
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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
Starts / Ends
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 $7,444
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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
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 $8,286
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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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