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The rainforest from above
$1,250
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Rio de Janeiro and Bonito

7 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Swim in unusually blue waters
Starts / Ends:
Rio de Janeiro / Campo Grande
Activities:
Hiking, Land, Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Start your tour in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, tucked between the densely-forested mountains and the white sand beaches. Tour on the city's highlights, visi the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana …
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Reserva Amazonica
$715
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Reserva Amazonica Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary
  • Learn about indigenous plants
  • Canoe to the Gamitana Model Farm
  • Walk across hanging bridges
Activities:
Hiking, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Travel to the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest to experience life on the Madre de Dios River. Enjoy a variety of quarter, half and full day excursions. Some even include trips to Hacienda Concepcion. Search for the endangered giant river otter, explore Lake Sandoval on a canoe and walk through the …
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Penguin colony
$558
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Gable Island navigation and penguin colony

1 Day Itinerary
  • See a variety of different seabirds
  • Observe penguins
  • Hike to know more about the Island
Starts / Ends:
Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities:
Land Tours, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy your day trip to Gable Island and the penguin colony. You will enter the Beagle Channel by paddling the inflatable canoes. While on a speedboat for Martillo Island, you will get the chance to watch penguins in their breeding habitat. Then take a motorboat from Harberton to the day's focal …
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$478
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Hacienda Concepcion Rainforest Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Canoe the Madre de Dios River
  • Visit a cacao plantation
  • Learn about farming in the jungle
Activities:
Hiking, Land, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Venture to the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest to witness the flora and fauna found there. Observe the inland collpa, canoe down the Madre de Dios River, taste locally grown crops and learn about the medicinal uses of local plants. The Hacienda Concepcion is the perfect place to get a quick 4 day …
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Rainbow Mountain hike in Peru
$165
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Rainbow Mountain

1 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Hiking, Land
Activity Level:
Challenging
This full day excursion on Rainbow Mountain is a perfect addition for experienced hikers to their Peru trip. You are picked up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:00AM for a 3 hour drive to the Quesoyuni community. Visit Japura on the way, a small Andean community, and have breakfast there. Hike toward …
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Horseback Riding in El Encanto de Guanapalo Nature Reserve
$3,678
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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit a Nature Reserve in Casanare
  • Enjoy horseback ride in the Reserve
  • Spy elusive wildlife
  • Learn about the Llanos' way of life
  • Spend time with the local community
  • Taste home-cooked lunch with locals
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Bogota
Activities:
Horseback Riding, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Colombia's Casanare region with a wildlife safari like no other. During this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari, venture deeper into the rugged landscapes and keep your camera ready to capture glimpses of jaguars, pumas, ocelots, and tapirs as …
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A pair of Blue Footed Boobies
$4,500
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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
  • Explore the cliffs of Isabela
  • Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day North & West Islands Galapagos cruise on the Nemo II explores the wildlife-rich shores of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, and more! Enjoy opportunities to hike, snorkel, kayak, or cruise on a panga boat while exploring volcanic landscapes, unique flora and fauna, research …
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Indigenous man hunting in the Amazon
$3,076
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Calanoa Amazonas Experience

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Colombian Amazon
  • See exotic plants and animals
  • Learn about wildlife conservation
  • See the rich culture of Colombia
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Bogota
Activities:
Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Get up close and personal with incredible wildlife during your 5-day Calanoa Amazonas Experience in Colombia, as it leads you through the most biodiverse ecosystems on earth. Discover a variety of exotic plants, animals, and birds while staying at eco-lodge Calanoa Amazonas. Navigate through …
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$2,395
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Guaviare Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Discover San Jose del Guaviare
  • See rock art mural
  • Visit El Raudal via a boat ride
  • A chance to encounter pink dolphins
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Bogota
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Discover the hidden treasures of San Jose del Guaviare in Colombia's Amazon rainforest. Begin your adventure by exploring the iconic Puerta de Orion rock formation and enjoying breathtaking sunsets over the Guaviare River. Visit the ancient pictograms of Cerro Azul, depicting animals, humans, …
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A spider monkey in the Amazon
$2,829
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Manu Wildlife Adventure

6 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along the Collpa Trail
  • Watch as toucans fly over head
  • Stop to see gold miners
Activities:
Land, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Located on the north bank of the Madre de Dios River, this 5 day tour of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest is full of adventure. You will have many opportunites to see animals like spider monkeys, hoatzins, tapir and osprey. Hike through the forest trails, climb the canopy tower and take a catamaran …
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Scarlet Macaw
$2,267
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Manu Wildlife Snapshot

5 Day Itinerary
  • Go to an oxbow lake
  • Visit the Tapir Clay lick
  • Look for spider monkeys
Activities:
Hiking, Land, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Explore the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest while staying at the Manu Wildlife Center. Experience the sights and sounds of the jungle as you walk along the trails. Witness both macaw and tapir clay licks, a canopy tower, and travel to an oxbow lake. Enjoy learning from your guides about the surrounding …
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Sunset over Salar de Uyuni
$1,326
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La Paz and Uyuni

3 Day Itinerary
  • See giant cacti up to 32-ft tall
  • Explore La Paz with your guide
  • Visit Uynui Salt Flats
Starts / Ends:
La Paz / La Paz
Activities:
Land, Local Market
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 3-day tour, you will get a taste of Bolivia's geographical diversity from volcanos to ancient salt flats. Spend the first day touring the capital city, La Paz, where you can wander through the colorful markets and marvel at the historic architecture. Fly to Uyuni on the second day to …
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Dancers in Oruro
$1,004
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Oruro Carnaval

3 Day Itinerary
  • Watch the Parade of Dancers
  • Learn traditions of Bolivian people
  • Experience cultural tour of Ouro
Activities:
Festival Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The folklore festival’s roots in Christian traditions and indigenous myths and deities makes this a unique cultural experience. Spend two days in Oruro during the weekend prior to Ash Wednesday to witness the triumph of good over evil displayed in the form of dances and music. Each costume, …
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Moreno Point, Isabela Island, Galapagos
$4,900
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Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Take a paga ride on Genovesa
  • Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
  • Visit a blue-footed booby colony
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Cruise the northern portion of the Galapagos archipelago on this 8-day Galapagos cruise. Aboard the motor sailing vessel, the catamaran Nemo III, enjoy first class amenities on board and exciting destinations each day on this Galapagos tour.
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$4,900
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Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Galapagos archipelago aboard the catamaran Nemo III on this 8-day cruise to the southern and eastern islands. Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising while experiencing the first class amenities on board.
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Playful sea lions
$5,212
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
Activities:
Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
There are travelers that prefer nothing more than a large beach blanket and a deck chair...and then there are the travelers that prefer the Galapagos Lodge Adventure Tour! Perfect for anyone with a sense of adventure, this itinerary allows you to explore the Galapagos in a unique way. Staying in …
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Green sea turtle swimming
$3,927
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
There are travelers that prefer nothing more than a large beach blanket and a deck chair...and then there are the travelers that prefer the Galapagos Lodge Adventure Tour! Perfect for anyone with a sense of adventure, this itinerary allows you to explore the Galapagos in a unique way. Staying in …
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Machu Picchu
$4,279
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Lodge-Based Machu Picchu Multisport Adventure

Small Group Departure - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike from Cusco to Sacsayhuaman
  • Experience biking or zipline
  • Horseback ride in Sacred Valley
Starts / Ends:
Lima / Machu Picchu
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Challenging
Join this 9-day lodge-based Machu Picchu multisport adventure. Arrive in Lima and explore Cusco's markets and weaving traditions. Enjoy a scenic hike to Sacsayhuaman and activities at Lake Piuray. Journey to Maras for biking or ziplining, then to Huacahuasi for hiking options. Experience Totora …
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