South America Tours

La Selva Lodge (TSEJ4L)

Head deep into the Amazon Basin to La Selva Lodge, on tranquil Garzacocha Lake, itself connected to the massive Amazon River system. Walk on raised platforms through the jungle, spot birds from a canopy-level tower, fish for piranha from dug-out canoes, look for caiman on night paddles or simply relax in the hammock of your comfortable cabin. La Selva's great food and friendly knowledgeable staff make it even easier to enjoy this paradise of unparalleled biodiversity.

Highlights: Exploring the Amazon jungle by foot and canoe, Learning about this diverse ecosystem with local naturalists.

G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 6 Days (TSPJ6TC)

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.

Galapagos Isabela Island Add-On (TSEGSN)

Want more Galapagos? Extend your stay by adding this 4-day adventure. See a different side of the Galapagos from your base on the archipelago's largest island, Isabela. Hike to a giant volcanic crater, visit a tortoise breeding centre and shark resting ground—and stop at the site of the island's former penal colony. Along the way spot flamingos, penguins, sea lions and marine iguanas. Snorkel Isabela's palm-lined beaches.

Highlights: Visiting the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre, Swimming and snorkelling in paradise, Hiking up Sierra Negra Volcano - the second largest volcanic crater in the world

G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 5 Days (TSPJ5TC)

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 around the famed Tambopata National Reserve, Enjoy the comforts of an exclusive lodge and get closer to nature by camping in the rainforest, Spotting exotic wildlife by foot and canoe.

Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTC)

This comfortable and compact adventure serves up Machu Picchu, one of the world's true treasures, in style. In colonial Cuzco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you'll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You'll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide explain the site. You're free to explore this Incan masterpiece before catching your train back to Cuzco.

Highlights: Discovery Machu Picchu, Wandering the historic streets of Cuzco

G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 4 Days (TSPJ4TC)

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 one night camping in the jungle—get even closer to nature!

Highlights: Exploring the Amazon Rainforest from the comforts of an exclusive lodge and getting even closer by camping in the rainforest, Spotting wildlife by foot and canoe with your local naturalist

Easter Island (TSCRNC)

Unravel the mystery of Rapa Nui. Explore mythical Easter Island, known around the world for its ancient monolithic stone statues. See the mysterious statues, or Moai, sprinkled throughout the island, tour the volcanoes, beaches and petroglyphs, and get to know the unique culture of one of the most remote islands on earth.

Highlights: Exploring the ruins and monolithic heads of this mysterious island, visiting the island town and beaches, Searching for prehistoric paintings at the Ana Kai Tangata cavern.

Glacier National Park—El Chaltén (TSAGNN)

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

Easter Island (TSCRNN)

Unravel the mystery of Rapa Nui. Explore mythical Easter Island, known around the world for its ancient monolithic stone statues. See the mysterious statues, or Moai, sprinkled throughout the island, tour the volcanoes, beaches and petroglyphs, and get to know the unique culture of one of the most remote islands on earth.

Highlights: Touring the Moai route and exploring the Ana Tepahu and Ana Kai caverns, Visiting the quarry of Puna Pau, Learning more about the islanders at Orongo Cultural Center

G Lodge Amazon - 6 days (TSPJ6T)

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.

Paraty Experience (TSZPXC)

Discover one of Brazil's most untouched colonial towns. World Heritage site Paraty sits on a bay, surrounded by lush hills and countless islands and coves. Every day the streets closest to the sea flood with the tide—some residents boat to their doors! Charming and full of cafes, Paraty is not to be missed. Dive off the boat on an included schooner tour and learn more about the town's history as one of the country's greatest producers of fiery cachaça liquor.

Highlights: Exploring the islands and beaches of Paraty from a schooner, Relaxing in a pristine paradise

Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTN)

Magnificent Machu Picchu should be on every traveller's lifetime must-see list. In colonial Cuzco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you'll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You'll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched dramatically on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide explain the site. You're free to explore this Incan masterpiece before catching your train back to Cuzco.

Highlights: Exploring colonial Cuzco, travelling by rail to ancient Machu Picchu.

The Glaciers Experience (TSAEXN)

Spend four days in El Calafate and explore a piece of Argentina's incredible Patagonia region. Witness active Perito Moreno, as massive ice chunks crack off and crash into the chilly waters of Lago Argentino below—one of Mother Nature's most stunning displays of power. On your free day, walk the town at your leisure, cruise the lake, or visit one of the several other glaciers of this awe-inspiring area.

Highlights: Witnessing the massive Perito Moreno Glacier

Volunteer Brazil - Extra Week (TSZPBNX)

Extra add-on week to TSZPBN Project Brazil

The Glaciers Experience (TSAEXC)

Spend four days in El Calafate and explore a piece of Argentina's incredible Patagonia region. Witness active Perito Moreno glacier, as massive ice chunks crack off and crash into the chilly waters of Lago Argentino below—one of Mother Nature's most stunning displays of power. On your free day, walk the town at your leisure, cruise the lake, or visit one of the several other glaciers of this awe-inspiring area.

Highlights: Exploring stunning El Calafate, marvelling at the dramatic Perito Moreno Glacier.

Easter Island (TSCRNB)

Unravel the mystery of Rapa Nui. Explore mythical Easter Island, known around the world for its ancient monolithic stone statues. See the mysterious statues, or Moai, sprinkled throughout the island, tour the volcanoes, beaches and petroglyphs and get to know the unique culture of one of the most remote islands on earth.

Highlights: Exploring the ruins and monolithic heads of the island, Admiring volcanoes and beaches, Searching for prehistoric paintings at the Ana Kai Tangata cavern.

Cloud Forest Experience (TSEFXC)

Head for the clouds—cloud forest, that is. Experience it from your lodge in the middle of the Mindo forest, sitting at a comfortable 1200m in altitude. Try river tubing, rappelling, hiking or horseback riding, or just take a more relaxed pace enjoying the jungle atmosphere. The Mindo area is known for its mind-boggling bird watching and more orchids than you thought possible.

Highlights: Exploring the cloud forest at Mindo, Encountering stunning flora and fauna unique to this area.