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Pink Dolphins swimming in the Amazon River
from $6,700
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Amazon Encounter - High Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • See vibrant Amazon wildlife
  • Encounter pink dolphins
  • Visit Fundo Casual
  • Learn bee project
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Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day Amazon River cruise aboard the Delfin I. Depart from Iquitos and journey through Nauta, Yanayacu, Yarapa, and the Amazon Confluence. Explore wildlife, paddle rivers, meet local communities, and learn rainforest traditions. Enjoy skiff rides, night safaris, and close encounters with pink river dolphins.
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What a view.
from $2,358
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Classic W Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the famous W Trek
  • Explore Grey Glacier up close
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Enjoy backcountry glamping
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Punta Arenas / Santiago
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience the world's ultimate hiking adventure trekking the W Trek in Torres del Paine, Chile. 6 of the 8 days are spent trekking the Paso Los Cuernos trail towards Refugio Los Cuernos and down into the French Valley. Experience panoramic views of Grey Glacier, witness the gigantic spires of El Paine, and enjoy a stay at EcoCamp.
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Penguin jump in Antarctica
from $13,495
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Complete Antarctica: Sail In, Fly Out

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cross Drake Passage route
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula landing
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Explore Estancia Olga Teresa
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Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Take an 11-day trip from Ushuaia, Argentina to Punta Arenas, Chile aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica by Zodiac, and visit the South Shetland Islands and King George Island. Observe penguins, seals, and whales, and learn from onboard experts during the journey.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $16,195
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Best of the Southern Ocean

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Grytviken’s historic past
  • Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Observe Falklands’ marine wonders
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia, exploring the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and the stunning wilderness of South Georgia, home to vast penguin colonies and historical sites. Experience expert-led landings and unforgettable wildlife encounters before returning to Ushuaia.
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Black Turtle cove with mangroves
from $4,600
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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
  • Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
  • Hike to Dragon Hill
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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Alya catamaran. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.
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from $3,403
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Manu Explorer

8 Day Itinerary
  • See giant otters in oxbow lakes
  • Visit Macaw Clay Lick Project
  • Fall asleep to the forest sounds
  • Enjoy the changing scenery
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore the Manu Cloud Forest wildlife safari through the breathtaking ecosystems of southeastern Peru. This 8-day journey takes you from the lofty Andean highlands and rugged puna grasslands into lush cloud forests alive with colorful birdlife, exotic flora, and diverse wildlife.
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Keep an eye to the rainforest canopy for an array of wildlife in Madidi National Park in Bolivia
from $1,331
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Madidi Jungle Ecolodge

Bolivian Amazon - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Search for Bolivian wildlife
  • Enjoys views Madidi National Park
  • Learn about traditional customs
  • Explore the town of Rurrenabaque
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La Paz / La Paz
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day tour of Bolivia's Amazon takes you to Madidi National Park, where you'll stay 3 nights in Madidi Jungle Ecolodge - Owned and operated by an indigenous community in Bolivia. Here, learn to see the jungle through the eyes of the local Quechua Indians as you explore and look for wildlife and learn about traditional farming & cuisine.
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The port town of Ushuaia
from $33,430
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Highlights of Antarctica, Argentina and Brazil

Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Admire Ushuaia’s southern charm
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Marvel at Iguazu Falls
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Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 22-day expedition cruise and land journey from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro aboard Scenic Eclipse, exploring Antarctica and South America. Experience wildlife adventures, visit Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls, and end your journey in vibrant Rio de Janeiro.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $22,317
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago / Puerto Natales
Activity Level
Variable
Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 
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Trek the Route of the Parks of Patagonia
from $5,357
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Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North

10 Day Itinerary
  • Rafting adventure on Petrohue River
  • Cochamo Valley Exploration
  • Paddling in Reloncaví Fjord
  • Trek the North Patagonian Andes
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas
Activities
Hiking, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
On the 10-day Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North tour, explore Puerto Varas and the Chilean Patagonia Lake District. Highlights include a walking tour along Lake Llanquihue, rafting on the Petrohue River, a visit to Cochamo Valley, and a paddling adventure in the Reloncavi Fjord. Conclude the trip with a trek through the North Patagonian Andes.
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Beautiful Galapagos landscape
from $10,000
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
  • Take incredible photos of landscape
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy 15 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .
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Don\'t get too close
from $4,050
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Guyana Rainforest

6 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Georgetown’s historic markets
  • Paddle the Burro Burro River
  • Hike Surama Mountain trails
  • Visit majestic Kaieteur Falls
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 6-day tour explores remote Guyana, with birdwatching on Surama Mountain, a visit to the Amerindian village of Surama, and paddling the Burro Burro River. Spot wildlife, including spider monkeys, river otters, and tapirs, and end at Kaieteur Falls, five times the height of Niagara Falls.
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