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Cooper Bay on South Georgia Island features dramatic volcanic rock formations meeting the rough Southern Ocean
from $22,995
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South Georgia and Antarctica Shackleton Special Expedition Micro Cruise

Port Stanley - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Explore scenic Port Stanley
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Watch penguins in St Andrews Bay
  • Step ashore in Antarctica
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Stanley / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, retracing Sir Ernest Shackleton's historic survival route from South Georgia to Antarctica. Experience stunning wildlife and natural beauty while visiting significant sites like Shackleton's grave and Elephant Island.
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Giant lily pads on the Amazon River
from $3,856
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River- Low Water Season

Iquitos to Nauta - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the Mirrored Forest
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Explore the black water streams
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Nauta / Nauta
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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, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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Mirador las Torres
from $2,800
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Highlights of the W Trek with Glamping

Torres del Paine - 5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the famous W Trek trails
  • See Pingo Valley's elusive deer
  • Explore Grey Glacier up close
  • Hike to Lago Toro Lookout
  • Discover wetlands of Laguna Azul
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Puerto Natales / Laguna Azul
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
Set out on the highlights of the W Trek in Torres del Paine and discover well-known locations such as Grey Glacier, Las Torres, and French Valley. Hike with 360° views of the Paine River and Southern Patagonia Icefield, spot wildlife in Pingo Valley, and savor breathtaking views of the Paine Massif. Each night, unwinding back at the Riverside Basecamp.
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A lone Adelie penguin on an ice floe
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

King George Island to Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skip one Drake Passage crossing
  • Cruise the Antarctic Sound
  • Spot penguins and seals by Zodiac
  • See remote Antarctic landing sites
  • Explore Paulet Island
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Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Antarctica on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator, starting with an overnight stay in Punta Arenas, before flying to King George Island. Skip one Drake Passage crossing and spend six days exploring the Antarctic Sound and Antarctic Peninsula. Join Zodiac excursions and shore landings to observe penguins, seals, glaciers, and icebergs.
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Enjoy a blissful snorkeling trip.
from $6,195
FreeFlight
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos
  • Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
  • Appreciate Isabela's wetlands
  • Observe diverse wildlife
  • Snorkel, swim & hike the Galapagos
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 7-day Western Islands cruise on the ship, Treasure of the Galapagos, explores Rabida, Santa Cruz, Fernadina, and more! Experience the fascinating western islands and understand how volcanic activity and isolation shaped the landscape. Encounter diverse wildlife, birdlife, and marinelife on your memorable vacation.
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Iceberg Flow during Trip to the Antarctic Peninsula
from $19,050
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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Observe New Island penguins
  • Visit South Georgia’s Gold Harbor
  • Observe whales, seals, and seabirds
  • Explore Salisbury Plain
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Buenos and Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters, glaciers, and historic polar routes.
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A leopard seal peeks at us over ice
from $17,400
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Experience Falkland culture
  • Observe wandering albatross
  • Spot fin whales from the ship
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
This 19-day cruise onboard the Ortelius takes you to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. The gorgeous scenery and plentiful wildlife combine to make it one of the most aesthetically breathtaking in the world. Tens of thousands of penguins and fin whales call the cold seas home.
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $84,720
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Private Charter - Northeast Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit the spectacular Sullivan Bay
  • Swim and snorkel with sea lions
  • Meet Galapagos giant turtles
  • Observe mating blue-footed boobies
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day private Northeast Islands cruise onboard the Archipel I combines the sea lion colonies of Mosquera Islet and the exclusive Genovesa with the stunning volcanic islands of Bartolome and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Explore Española, the archipelago's southernmost point, and view blue-footed boobies on San Cristobal's Witch Hill.
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Panama's turquoise waters
from $4,450
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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
  • Transit Panama’s iconic canal
  • Discover San Blas culture
  • Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters
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Balboa / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.
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The vivid colors of the San Blas Islands
from $4,330
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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
  • Discover St. George’s coastal views
  • Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
  • Wander Willemstad’s streets
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Bridgetown / Balboa
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.
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See Blue-footed Boobies on your trip to the Galapagos
from $5,370
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Galapagos Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza's cactus forest
  • Discover Galapagos origins
  • Hike across Española Island
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos while exploring the most beautiful locations and breathtaking landscapes. Experience multiple wildlife encounters as you visit Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Española and Floreana Islands.
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Tree frog spotted in the Amazon
from $4,178
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Amazon Journey via Marañon River- Low Water Season

Nauta to Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Kayak and swim in the Amazon River
  • Meet and visit with locals
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Kayaking, Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day cruise aboard Zafiro exploring the wonderful Amazon and its tributaries towards the Sapote River, a buffered zone of the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Naturalist guides use their eagle eyes to help you spot extraordinary wildlife and act as interpreters so that you may learn from Amazonian communities.
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