Ariau Amazon Towers Lodge (TSZJ4T)
Wake up to the Amazon jungle—with a bird's eye view! Spend four days and three nights at the amazing Ariau Towers, the Amazon's only treetop hotel. Squirrel monkeys and macaws are frequent visitors to this unique hotel that features endless raised walkways though the jungle. Roam the jungle paths or explore by boat—or simply turn your chair and enjoy a wildlife-filled Amazon adventure from your unique hotel.
Highlights: exploring the unique city of Manaus, visiting the heart of the Amazon Rainforest
Local Living Ecuador: Amazon Jungle (SEJL)
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.
- Trip Style:
- Local Living
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Basic
- Physical Grading:
- 2
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.
La Selva Lodge - 5 Days (TSEJ5L)
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 dugout 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: Amazon Jungle.
Volunteer Peru Amazon (TSPPAN)
Experience the Peruvian Amazon on this exciting and hands-on jungle adventure. Travel by motorized canoe up the Tambopata River to the G Lodge Amazon. Spend five days volunteering at a centre for the rehabilitation and conservation of wild animals. Work alongside staff to feed and take care of animals so they can be successfully released back to their natural habitats. Next, spend two days in the rainforest learning about traditional medicinal plants, spotting birds, cayman and monkeys.
Highlights: Volunteering in the Amazon with the rehabilitation and conservation of animals, exploring the jungle and searching for wildlife.
Southern Thai Delights (ATTS)
For years, travellers have made a beeline for the south of Thailand. This compact 1-week trip offers a convenient but unhurried way to experience the beautiful beaches and laid-back culture for yourself. Centred in the southern hotspots of Koh Samui and Krabi, relax on the beach or get busy on optional excursions—we make it easy to enjoy thrilling jungle treks and kayak excursions. And nothing is more inspiring than savouring a magnificent sunset on the beach—drink in hand, of course.
Highlights: Kayaking along the stunning coastline of Koh Mae Ko, exploring 'The Beach' at beautiful Maya Bay, trekking through the jungle on an optional excursion, relaxing in a tropical paradise.
- Trip Style:
- G-Plus
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Inland & Amazon (EIA)
From the heights of the Andes to the heat of the Amazon rainforest, experience an incredible land of contrasts on this 16-day journey through Ecuador. Explore the jungle by canoe and stay with a local Quichua family for an extraordinary cultural experience you'll never forget. Scour the market at Otavalo for special treasures and cure what ails you in a mountain hot spring. With its unique variety of accommodation and insight into rural life in the jungle, this is more than just a tour—it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Highlights: Wandering Quito and colonial cities, soaking in Andean hot springs, feeling like a local at a Quichua homestay, searching for wildlife in the Amazon and adventure in Baños, shopping at the Otavalo market, staying in a gorgeous historic hacienda.
Guyana Wildlife Adventure (SGWA)
If you've travelled South America but want to go further afield, discover Guyana—the continent's hidden corner. A nature-lover's paradise and free of typical tourist infrastructure, you'll encounter mountains, savannah and navigate jungle canopy walkways in search of exotic birds, jaguars and other wildlife. A highlight is Karanambu Ranch, a rehabilitation centre for orphaned giant river otters. And for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know, you'll visit indigenous communities and encounter a way of life long forgotten by the modern world.
Highlights: Experiencing the forest from above on a canopy walkway, Learning about traditional Amerindian life from the locals, Trekking jungle trails observing birds and monkeys, Exploring the river at night in search of caimans, Tending to giant river otters at the rehabilitation centre.
- Trip Style:
- Classic
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
- 3
Amazon Riverboat Adventure (PVIIA)
Hop aboard a riverboat and experience the Amazon in style. Led by an Amazon Reserve naturalist guide, your cruise will include daily excursions by motorized skiff designed to reveal the exotic wildlife that calls the rainforest home—with any luck you’ll spot sloths, toucans or pink dolphins! And, with two full days for exploration in Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, you'll have the chance to experience the jungle up close. The cuisine onboard is regional and provides a unique—and delicious—window into local culture. Gain a rare glimpse of how life ‘on the river‘ is lived and experience the magic of the Amazon on this once-in-a-lifetime riverboat adventure.
Highlights: Explore the Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve—the largest national park in Peru, dine on food fresh from the jungle, spot pink dolphins on the Amazon River, look down into the jungle from a canopy walkway, interact with members of the local community, learn the intricacies of Amazon wildlife
- Trip Style:
- Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
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.
Borneo—Sarawak Discovery (AAKS)
From rainforest canopies to jungle wildlife, discover the diverse ecosystem of Malaysia's largest state. This compact tour will provide nature lovers and photographers of all skill levels with a magnificent introduction to Sarawak’s wilderness. Explore caves and hike mountain trails, sail past communities and overnight in a longhouse. With authentic local transportation and accommodation, our CEOs will provide a window to the unique peoples and customs of this beautiful country.
Highlights: Experiencing a traditional longhouse stay, trekking the Headhunters' Trail, exploring mighty caves, spotting proboscis monkeys in Bako National Park.
Costa Rica Pass - Route 1 Adventure Bus (TCR1BN)
Hit two of Costa Rica's signature spots: First, head for the outdoor adventure playground around Arenal Volcano and take advantage of everything from world class rafting to rivers of volcano-heated hot springs. Next, head to the beaches of Guanacaste, Costa Rica's northwest coast, known for dry sunny weather all year round, killer surf and beaches that stretch for miles.
Highlights: Catch glimpses of Arenal Volcano, raft jungle waters, relax at a natural hot spring, laze on beautiful Guanacaste beach.
Costa Rica Pass - Route 6 Adventure Bus (TCR6BN)
Our most comprehensive Costa Rica Pass adventure! Start with the jungles and canals of Tortuguero, nesting ground for giant sea turtles. Next, try rafting or relax in hot springs around Arenal Volcano before heading into the cool hills of the Monteverde cloud forest region. Soak in the dramatic volcanic scenery of remote Rincon de la Vieja before topping it all off with some beach time and monkeys in Manuel Antonio.
Highlights: Viewing wildlife at Tortuguero National Park, keeping active around Arenal Volcano, ziplining through the treetops in the cloud forest reserve.
Turtles & Tortuguero (TCRTTC)
Spend three days at a comfortable lodge in and around Tortuguero National Park, home to the Caribbean’s most important breeding ground for endangered green sea turtles. The park is a land of canals and waterways lined by steamy jungle and mangroves teeming with wildlife. A sleepy Caribbean town, Tortuguero has no roads—access is only by boat or small plane. If you're looking for unspoiled rainforest and more animals than you can shake a camera at, this is the place.
Highlights: Exploring lush Tortuguero National Park, Searching for sea turtles during nesting season.
Highlights Of Ecuador (EF06HB)
Experience the wildlife of the Galapagos and the diversity of the Amazon on this ultimate Ecuadorean adventure. Get to know Ecuador inside out—from the Andes to the islands and miss nothing in between. Explore the jungle by canoe and stay with a local Quichua family for an extraordinary cultural experience. Scour the indigenous handicraft market at Otavalo for special treasures before flying to the Galapagos to spend three nights exploring the islands aboard our comfortable G3. As one of the biggest tour operators in the islands, our exclusively operated fleet of yachts offers great value—there’s no better way to explore the region.
Highlights: Relaxing in Andean hot springs, Spending the night with a local Quichua family, Searching for wildlife in the Amazon jungle, Swimming and snorkelling in the Galapagos Islands, Encountering unique wildlife found nowhere else on the planet, Exploring colonial cities and hiking up volcanoes
Absolute Peru & Galapagos North & Central Islands (PH07HB)
Explore Peru's southern coast and its Incan Highlands. From the soaring heights of the Inca Trail to the steamy jungle stay at the exclusive G Lodge Amazon, this epic journey includes an all-encompassing tour of Peru and four nights exploring the Galapagos. As one of the biggest tour operators in the region, our exclusively operated fleet of yachts offers great value—and because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment as you follow the Inca Trail to majestic Machu Picchu.
Highlights: Cruise the Galápagos National Park aboard the Daphne (G3), trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, explore extraordinary frigatebird and booby cliff colonies on Genovesa, discover biological history from your naturalist guide, witness Lake Titicaca and the Nazca Lines, encounter wildlife in the Amazon Jungle
Amazon & Incan Adventure (SPPID)
If you’re looking to savour Peru’s highlands but don’t want to miss its rainforests, this is the adventure for you. Spot macaws in the jungle and caymans on the riverbanks before heading into the Andes. From the bustling city of Lima to the mystery of the Sacred Valley, our handpicked guides will bring you deep into the heart of the Incan empire. Embrace cultures past and present in Cuzco before marvelling at mountain vistas from the comfort of your coach as you travel by rail to Machu Picchu. From ancient ruins to the Amazon and Lake Titicaca, the mysteries of Peru await.
Highlights: Traversing the Amazon jungle for three nights with a local naturalist, Partaking in a cultural exchange with the indigenous peoples of Lake Titicaca, Experiencing on-site lectures with a local expert in the Sacred Valley and at Machu Picchu, Participating in demonstrations and tastings of local food and drink
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
G Lodge Amazon - 4 days (TSPJ4T)
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: Exploring the Amazon Rainforest from the comforts of an exclusive lodge, Searching for wildlife by foot and canoe, Exploring the Tambopata National Reserve with an expert naturalist.
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
G Lodge Amazon - 5 days (TSPJ5T)
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: Exploring the Amazon Rainforest and enjoying the comforts of an exclusive lodge, spotting wildlife in the Tambopata National Reserve with a naturalist.
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariau Amazon Towers Lodge (TSZJ4T) | 4 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1209
USD
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| Local Living Ecuador: Amazon Jungle (SEJL) | 7 days | Local Living | Basic |
From
$499
USD
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| La Selva Lodge (TSEJ4L) | 4 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1069
USD
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| La Selva Lodge - 5 Days (TSEJ5L) | 5 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1329
USD
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| Volunteer Peru Amazon (TSPPAN) | 9 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1399
USD
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| Southern Thai Delights (ATTS) | 8 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$1275
USD
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Was
$1499
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| Inland & Amazon (EIA) | 16 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1499
USD
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| Guyana Wildlife Adventure (SGWA) | 12 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$2625
USD
Promotions Available!
Was
$3499
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| Amazon Riverboat Adventure (PVIIA) | 9 days | Small Ship Cruising & Sailing | Comfort |
From
$1500
USD
Promotions Available!
Was
$2499
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| Cloud Forest Experience (TSEFXC) | 3 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$549
USD
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| Borneo—Sarawak Discovery (AAKS) | 10 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1649
USD
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| Costa Rica Pass - Route 1 Adventure Bus (TCR1BN) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$739
USD
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| Costa Rica Pass - Route 6 Adventure Bus (TCR6BN) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1699
USD
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| Turtles & Tortuguero (TCRTTC) | 4 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$399
USD
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| Highlights Of Ecuador (EF06HB) | 20 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$3599
USD
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| Absolute Peru & Galapagos North & Central Islands (PH07HB) | 27 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$5699
USD
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| Amazon & Incan Adventure (SPPID) | 14 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$3399
USD
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| G Lodge Amazon - 4 days (TSPJ4T) | 4 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$499
USD
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| G Lodge Amazon & Camping - 4 Days (TSPJ4TC) | 4 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$749
USD
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| G Lodge Amazon - 5 days (TSPJ5T) | 5 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$549
USD
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