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South America Tours

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  • Galapagos (Ecuador)
  • Salt Flats (Bolivia)
  • Machu Picchu (Peru)
  • Angel Falls (Venezula)
  • Amazon Jungle (Peru)
  • Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
  • Iguassu Falls (Brazil/Argentina)
  • Torres del Paine National Park (Chile)

Variety is the spice of life and a key ingredient to the art of travel. South America offers more variety of culture, wildlife, adventure and natural beauty than any other continent. This liveliness and diversity are evident as soon as you arrive. In South America friendly people welcome you into their lives, happily sharing their culture, their food and even their homes. Once you start to explore this part of the world you quickly realize it holds many of the most intriguing and beautiful destinations on earth. On a South America adventure one arrives with a sense of wonder, and returns home with a newfound respect for the great diversity of this part of the world.

Discover Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06GA)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galápagos archipelago in the company of an expert naturalist guide. In the evenings, return to the comfortable Queen of the Galapagos (G8) to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms.

Highlights: 3 nights cruising and exploring the Galápagos National Park aboard the Queen of the Galápagos (G8), snorkel with sea lions and sea turtles, search for land iguanas on South Plaza Island, gain a deeper understanding of the unique ecosystem of the Galápagos

6 days
From $2799 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Family Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06GAF)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the comfortable g8 to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms.

Highlights: Onboard Queen of Galapagos (G8): 3 nights cruising and exploring the Galapagos Islands National Park, snorkelling with sea lions, sea turtles and other aquatic life, searching for land iguanas on South Plaza island, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique ecosystem of the Galapagos

6 days
From $2799 USD
Trip Style:
Family
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Voyage Galapagos - Southern Islands (EV06HB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

This voyage offers the chance to cruise the southern islands of the Galápagos with the Daphne (G3) as your floating base. Come face to fin with sea life while snorkelling at the Corona del Diablo and enjoy wilderness walks on Floreana Island. Snorkelling gear is included and an expert naturalist guide is there to make sense of it all. Enjoy sunset drinks on the Daphne's deck and nights in your comfortable, air-conditioned cabin, featuring a private bath and views of the ocean. Best of all, you'll cruise with other interested G Adventures travellers—our vessels are exclusive.

Highlights: Cruising and the Galápagos National Park abord the Daphne (G3), watch water spray 25m into the air at the El Soplador blow hole on Española Island, snorkel with sea lions and searching for sea turtles, come face-to-face with 100-year-old giant tortoises

6 days
From $2149 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Explore Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06MA)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the Xavier (G4) to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you won’t be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: Onboard Xavier (G4): 3 nights cruising through the Galapagos National Park, snorkling over breath taking under water formations searching for sea turtles and rays, hiking through the lava fields of Bartolome to get an amazing view, learning more about the ecology of the Galapagos with a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station

6 days
From $2299 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Explore Galapagos - Central and East (EV06MB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the Xavier (G4) to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you won’t be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: Onboard Xavier (G4): 3 nights cruising through the Galapagos National Park, watching 3 species of boobies and 2 species of frigate birds nesting together at Punta Pitt, snorkelling with rays and sea turtles under the shadow of Kicker Rock, witnessing the towering volcanic cliffs and the dark sand beaches of Santiago island.

6 days
From $2299 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Superior Galapagos - Northern and Central Islands (EV06SB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galápagos archipelago in the company of an expert naturalist guide. In the evenings, return to the well equipped San Jose (G5) to reflect on the days adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the regions largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience thats why you wont be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: 3 nights cruising the Galápagos National Park aboard the San Jose (G5), encounter land iguanas feeding in the cactus forest on South Plaza Island, search for rays and sea turtles while snorkelling in the bay of an imploded volcano, explore massive colonies of boobies and frigate birds on Genovesa—the most removed of the Galápagos' islands

6 days
From $2499 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Glacier National Park—El Chaltén (TSAGNN)

South America Argentina, Patagonia

Hike through some of the most dramatic scenery in the world on this active foray into Argentine Patagonia. Be awed by the towering, snowy peaks and breathtakingly beautiful glacial lakes. Watch behemoth ice chunks calving off Perito Moreno and wander Glacier National Park. You'll work up a sweat and get ready to be truly impressed by Mother Nature on this active and scenic 6-day tour.

Highlights: Exploring the wonders of Glacier National Park, Hiking the scenic trails of Patagonia

6 days
From $699 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Discover Arequipa & Colca Canyon (TSPACC)

South America Peru

See Peru's south before the secret's out! The 'white city' of Arequipa has a friendly atmosphere, colonial architecture (including a working convent) and the incredible El Misti Volcano towering over the cityscape. Meet its most famous resident, Juanita—a 500-year-old mummy discovered on the top of nearby Mount Ampato. Then travel along mountain roads to Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. Spot condors and hike across the dramatic Andean scenery.

Highlights: Exploring the 'white city' of Arequipa, Hiking the stunning vistas of Colca Canyon.

6 days
From $549 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

G Lodge Amazon - 6 days (TSPJ6T)

South America Amazon, Peru

Get back to nature in the tropical rainforest. Located on the famously diverse Tambopata River in the Peruvian Amazon, our exclusive 'G Lodge Amazon’ is both comfortable and intimate. Explore the jungle by canoe or on dry land trails, swim in the lodge's cool stream, or strap on a harness and rope up to the lodge's tree platforms for a bird's eye view of the forest—including close-ups of arboreal orchids!

Highlights: Following your local naturalist in search of wildlife by foot and canoe, Exploring the Amazon Rainforest from the comforts of an exclusive lodge, Enjoying extended time exploring the Tambopata National Reserve.

6 days
From $649 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 6 Days (TSPJ6TC)

South America Amazon, Peru

Located on the Tambopata River in the Peruvian Amazon, our exclusive ‘G Lodge Amazon’ is comfortable and intimate. Enjoy excursions by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes and clay licks. Explore by canoe or on dry land trails, swim in the lodge’s cool stream, or strap on a harness and rope up to tree platforms for a bird’s eye view of the forest. Really experience the Amazon to the fullest by spending two nights camping in the jungle—get even closer to nature!

Highlights: Exploring the Amazon Rainforest from the comforts of an exclusive lodge, spotting wildlife by foot and canoe, exploring the Tambopata National Reserve, getting closer to nature by camping in the rainforest.

6 days
From $949 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN)

South America Peru

This week-long independent journey trip through fascinating and under-explored Northern Peru is ideal for the solo traveller eager to get away from it all. Beginning in Lima, you’ll travel north to uncover the lush and mysterious Chachapoyas region, home to the Gocta Cataracts—the world’s third-highest waterfall—and Karajia and Kuelap, two of the area’s pre-Inca archaeological sites. There are so many ruins here that many remain unexcavated even today.

Highlights: Unlocking the mysteries of Karajía archaeological site and the remains of the Cloud People, witnessing the recently discovered third-highest waterfall in the word, exploring the mountaintop fortress of Kuelap.

6 days
From $1349 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Rio de Janeiro Carnival Experience (TSZRCC)

South America Brazil

Experience Rio's biggest party! Dance the night away and see the sights and sounds of this truly epic annual event. From the street parties to the immense Sambadrome parade, this is something not to be missed!

Highlights: enjoying Rio de Janeiro, partying it up at the Carnival parade

6 days
From $2769 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

Rio de Janeiro Carnival Experience (TSZRCN)

South America Brazil

Experience Rio's biggest party! Dance the night away and see the sights and sounds of this truly epic annual event. From the street parties to the immense Sambadrome parade, this is something not to be missed!

Highlights: Revelling in one of the biggest parties on earth, witnessing the spectacular scenery of Rio.

6 days
From $1909 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Discover Galapagos - Southern and East Islands (EV07GA)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galápagos archipelago in the company of an expert naturalist guide. In the evenings, return to the spacious and comfortable Queen of Galapagos (G8) to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms.

Highlights: 4 nights cruising and exploring Galápagos National Park aboard the Queen of the Galápagos (G8), explore the marine wonderland of Kicker Rock—one of the most famous sites in the Galápagos, come face-to-face with 100-year-old giant tortoises, learn the differences between marine and land iguanas from your naturalist guide

7 days
From $3199 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Family Galapagos -Southern and East Islands (EV07GAF)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend four days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the spacious and comfortable Queen of Galapagos (G8) to reflect on the day’s adventure under a canopy of stars. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms.

Highlights: Onboard the Queen of Galapagos (G8): 4 nights cruising and exploring the Galapagos Islands National Park, exploring the marine wonderland of Kicker Rock one of the most famous sites in the Galapagos, coming face to face with 200 year old giant tortoises, learning the differences between marine and land iguanas from your naturalist guide

7 days
From $3199 USD
Trip Style:
Family
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Voyage Galapagos - Northern and Central Islands (EV07HB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

A more compact version of the 10-day 'Voyage Galapagos - Western Islands,' this cruise stays focused on the northern islands of the Galápagos archipelago. Climb aboard the comfortable Daphne (G3) and enjoy extras like included snorkelling gear and the presence of and expert naturalist guide, there to make sense of this unique region. After a full day of swimming with unique sea life and walking among wildlife that has no fear of humans, enjoy deck-side drinks before retiring to your air-conditioned cabin. Ocean views come standard. As always with G Adventures, our vessels are exclusive so you know you're exploring in good company.

Highlights: Cruise the Galápagos National Park aboard the Daphne (G3), snorkel in the caldera of a collapsed volcano and searching for marine life, explore extraordinary frigatebird and booby cliff colonies on Genovesa, choose to search for sea lion colonies or relax on the white-sand beaches of Santiago, learn about about the biological history of the islands from your naturalist guide

7 days
From $2449 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Explore Galapagos - Southern Islands (EV07MA)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend five days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the Xavier (G4) to reflect on the day’s adventures. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you won’t be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: Onboard Xavier (G4): 4 nights cruising through the Galapagos National Park, encountering bright pink flamingos feeding in hidden lagoons, snorkelling along colourful reefs searching for sea turtles and playing with sea lions, finding marine iguanas sunning themselves on the rocks and playing in the surf

7 days
From $2599 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Explore Galapagos - Central Islands (EV07MB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend five days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the Xavier (G4) to reflect on the day’s adventures. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you won’t be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: Onboard Xavier (G4): 4 nights cruising through the Galapagos National Park, snorkelling with sea lions and discovering spectacular marine life in protected bays, finding land iguanas feeding in the cactus forests on South Plaza Island, watching bright pink flamingos and other sea birds feeding in secluded lagoons.

7 days
From $2210 USD
Was $2599
Promotions Available!
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Superior Galapagos - Central and Southern Islands (EV07SB)

South America Galapagos, Ecuador

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend five days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galápagos archipelago in the company of an expert naturalist guide. In the evenings, return to the well equipped San Jose (G5) to reflect on the day’s adventures. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you won’t be sold onto someone else's ship.

Highlights: 4 nights cruising the Galápagos National Park aboard the San Jose (G5), choose to go snorkelling or simply relax on the white-sand beach of Gardiner Bay, explore the giant lava formations and black-sand beaches of Santiago, snorkel with sea lions and search for sea turtles and rays, send a postcard from Post Office Bay

7 days
From $2899 USD
Trip Style:
Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Local Living Ecuador: Amazon Jungle (SEJL)

South America Amazon, Ecuador

The Amazon rainforest is so full of life; embrace it for yourself during a week unlike any other. From Quito, you’ll travel to your new home in the jungle and meet the Quichua family who will host you in their home for the next four nights. Discover waterfalls on jungle walks and travel to an animal rescue centre by canoe. You’ll learn about medicinal plants and how to use a blowgun, experience a shaman ceremony, and visit a local school. Most importantly, you’ll befriend a people few outsiders have the honour to even meet.

Highlights: Living like a local in the Amazon rainforest, learning Quichua traditions by interacting with a local family, visiting an animal rescue centre, honing your blowgun skills, experiencing a shaman ceremony.

7 days
From $499 USD
Trip Style:
Local Living
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
2
Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
Discover Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06GA) 6 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2799 USD
Family Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06GAF) 6 days Family Comfort
From $2799 USD
Voyage Galapagos - Southern Islands (EV06HB) 6 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Standard
From $2149 USD
Explore Galapagos - Central Islands (EV06MA) 6 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2299 USD
Explore Galapagos - Central and East (EV06MB) 6 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2299 USD
Superior Galapagos - Northern and Central Islands (EV06SB) 6 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2499 USD
Glacier National Park—El Chaltén (TSAGNN) 6 days Classic Standard
From $699 USD
Discover Arequipa & Colca Canyon (TSPACC) 6 days G-Plus Comfort
From $549 USD
G Lodge Amazon - 6 days (TSPJ6T) 6 days Classic Standard
From $649 USD
G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 6 Days (TSPJ6TC) 6 days Classic Standard
From $949 USD
Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN) 6 days Classic Standard
From $1349 USD
Rio de Janeiro Carnival Experience (TSZRCC) 6 days G-Plus Comfort
From $2769 USD
Rio de Janeiro Carnival Experience (TSZRCN) 6 days Classic Standard
From $1909 USD
Discover Galapagos - Southern and East Islands (EV07GA) 7 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $3199 USD
Family Galapagos -Southern and East Islands (EV07GAF) 7 days Family Comfort
From $3199 USD
Voyage Galapagos - Northern and Central Islands (EV07HB) 7 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Standard
From $2449 USD
Explore Galapagos - Southern Islands (EV07MA) 7 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2599 USD
Explore Galapagos - Central Islands (EV07MB) 7 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2210 USD
Was $2599
Promotions Available!
Superior Galapagos - Central and Southern Islands (EV07SB) 7 days Small Ship Cruising & Sailing Comfort
From $2899 USD
Local Living Ecuador: Amazon Jungle (SEJL) 7 days Local Living Basic
From $499 USD