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Get ready for a remarkable family journey to South America with Adventure Life. Our 63 tours and cruises in 2024 or 2025 showcase the continent's incredible diversity. Explore the lush Amazon Rainforest, witness the ancient wonders of Machu Picchu, or delve into the vibrant culture of cities like Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. From the soaring peaks of the Andes to the stunning landscapes of Patagonia, South America offers a wealth of experiences for all ages. Tours typically span 5 to 20 days and start at $1,250, providing options to suit your family's preferences. Contact us now to create your customized South American adventure.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
$1,717
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Patagonia Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
  • Choose activity level of excursions
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Visit the Salto Grande waterfall
  • See 100,000+ Magellanic penguins
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Southern Chile offers a combination of unique wildlife and spectacular scenery in one of the most isolated regions of South America. Explore Torres Del Paine National Park and choose an available activity each day based on your own preferences and interests. After full days in the park, return and …
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Devil's Cauldron Waterfall in Banos
$2,133
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Ecuador Highlights

9 Day Itinerary
  • Walk paths through the Cloud Forest
  • Visit bustling Otavalo Market
  • Explore Cotopaxi National Park
  • Enjoy various activities in Baño
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy some of our favorite destinations in Ecuador on this nine-day tour through the Ecuadorian Andes. Start in the colonial capital city of Quito where you'll find spectacular churches dating from the 1500's and a bustling city sprawling up the slopes of the 15,000 foot Pichincha Volcano. …
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Enjoy seeing the beauty of these islands on an exciting kayak trip.
$3,816
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Explore the Galapagos Islands in a variety of ways, including hiking, kayaking, bicycling, and snorkeling, on this multi-sport adventure. What else can you squeeze into this adrenaline-packed Galapagos itinerary? The most spectacular wildlife in the world—sea lions, marine iguanas, dolphins, …
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Sea kayaking in Patagonia
$5,700
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Torres del Paine Multisport

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
  • Biking with views of the Towers
  • Horseback ride with gaucho guides
  • Hike to the base of the towers
Activities:
Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Explore southern Chile and Torres del Paine National Park on this multisport Patagonia tour. Spot the unique Patagonian wildlife as you actively explore the landscape by bike, kayak, horse, and your own two feet. At the closing of each day, rejuvenate in your luxury dome at EcoCamp. This is a great …
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Floreana Island
$1
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
  • Admire different kinds of birds
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz islands on this incredible 5-day adventure. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the riveting native wildlife. Be …
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
$9,750
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Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
  • Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
  • Snorkel or stand up paddle board
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the western islands of the Galapagos on the M/V Origin. Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. The wildlife here is abundant and the landscape is stunning to …
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Perito Moreno Glacier
$2,506
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Hiking Los Glaciares

7 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to view Mount Fitz Roy
  • Search for Patagonian wildlife
  • Trek along glacial lakes & valleys
  • Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Moderate
Fly to El Calafate from Buenos Aires to begin your Argentina adventure. Spend two days hiking through one of the most gorgeous sites on Earth, Laguna de Los Tres, which offers breathtaking views in all directions. Then travel south to Argentina's Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, a mountainous …
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Perito Moreno glacier
$1,161
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El Calafate - Perito Moreno Glacier

3 Day Itinerary
  • Take a boat across Lago Argentino
  • Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Land Tours
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Perito Moreno Glacier up close! This 3-day extension takes adventurers to the lively town of El Calafate, where you can spend time browsing the tree-lined streets. Drive into Parque Nacional Los Glaciares for an encounter with the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier, zodiac across Lago Argentino …
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Sacha Lodge La Balsa Restaurant
$2,311
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Sacha Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Paddle dugout canoes along creeks
  • Take night walks through the forest
  • Observe the unique wildlife
  • View the forest from the canopy
Activities:
Fishing, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Enjoy the wild Amazon Rainforest from the comforts of Sacha Lodge! Each day brings new possibilities and adventures including an observation tower, butterfly house, canoeing, swimming and fishing. Seize the opportunity to search for the Amazon's unique myriad of wildlife such as toucans, howler …
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Relax in the waters of Fernando de Noronha
$1,346
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Fernando de Noronha

5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to spectacular beaches
  • Snorkel and swim in Atlantic waters
  • Learn about conservation efforts
Activities:
Land, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This five day Brazil tour offers a range of activities designed to highlight the best of the archipelago. This Brazil trip can be customized to your interests and preferences with activities ranging from hiking, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and wildlife viewing. Fernando de Noronha is a great …
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Kayaking near Aysen, Chile
$3,550
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Discover Aysen

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Visit the Exploradores Valley
  • Raft down the Baker River
  • Horseback & fly fishing options
Starts / Ends:
Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Discover the remote and breathtaking landscape of the Aysen, Chile region on this active Patagonia tour. Previously unreached before recent construction of the Carretera Austral, this isolated Patagonia wilderness offers the outdoor enthusiast an array of options. Kayak the famous Marble Caves, …
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See giant tortoises in the Galapagos
$7,683
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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary
  • Observe macaws at a clay lick
  • Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
  • Take in the vast array of wildlife
  • Snorkel through clear waters
Activities:
Biking, Fishing, Hacienda Visits, Horseback Riding, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience three wonders of the world - the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Andes mountains - in one action-packed 15-day trip visiting the best of Ecuador. Spend five nights in the Amazon jungle at the comfortable Sacha Lodge, paddling dug-out canoes and searching for Amazonian …
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Macaws in the Amazon
$945
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Refugio Amazonas Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak on the Tambopata River
  • Discover a new species of insect
  • Boat to the Chuncho Clay Lick
Activities:
Kayaking, Land Exploration, Rainforest Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy a 4 day adventure in the Amazon Rainforest. Explore the beautiful forests and search for wildlife such as the caiman, hoatzin, and horned screamers. Visit a jungle farm to learn about the way of life in the rainforest and go to a river to paddle around on a kayak or stand up paddle board. …
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Sail the Galapagos on the Origin ship!
$9,750
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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
  • Leave a card in Post Office Bay
  • Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
  • Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take an 8-day Galapagos cruise for the entire family on the M/V Origin and experience encounters with the incredible wildlife of Darwin´s islands. Spend your days hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and touring the Southern Islands and visit locations such as Frigatebird Hill, Kicker Rock, …
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Whitewater rafting adventure on Chile's Rio Futaleufu
$990
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Lakes District Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy rafting on the Petrohue River
  • Discover Perez National Park
  • Bike along Lake Llanquihue
Activities:
Biking, Land Exploration, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level:
Moderate
On a Chile tour, spend four days in the Lakes District. Explore Perez Rosales National Park, the first-named national park in all of Chile. Drive through picturesque farms along Todos Los Santos Lake to the Saltos de Petrohue. Bike ride along the lakeshore from Puerto Varas towards Frutillar with …
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Looking out over the Atacama Desert
$333
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Sandboarding at Mars Valley

Starts / Ends:
Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert
Activities:
Land
Activity Level:
Moderate
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Meeting giant tortoises in the Galapagos
$8,745
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Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire South Plaza's beauty
  • Observe Giant Land Tortoises
  • Visit the famous Urbina Bay
  • Look out for amazing wilflife
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal / North Seymour
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Giant tortoises in captivity, snorkeling with sea lions, land and seabirds, blue-footed boobies, hatchling turtles this stunning 8-day voyage has everything to make your Galapagos experience unforgettable! Snorkel through the beautiful crystal clear waters of this famous archipelago and observe sea …
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White tipped shark
$5,845
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Enjoy Post Office Bay's beaches
  • Visit Devil’s Crown
  • Observe unique wildlife
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the wonder of the Galapagos islands while touring this stunning archipelago. Dip into history, swim with playful sea lions and take stunning photos of the magical landscapes. This 5-day small ship cruise features white sandy beaches and abundant wildlife which makes it the perfect …
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We have been working with Adventure Life for 5 years now and it is very easy to plan out our trips. Our holidays include customization of activities and side trips along with the standard packages available on the Adventure Life website. Kevin, Jess, Mary Rose and their teams have many recommendations that have enhanced our travel.
Joe
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5 days ago
We went to the Patagonia on the Chile side and Perito Moreno in El Calafate, Argentina. Eric of San Diego handled our trip with expertise. The preparation went smoothly, despite some changes on our part with scheduling conflicts. He offered great advice which made us feel at ease with all decisions on the trip. It was truly a great experience.
Evelyn and Edwin
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6 days ago
We had a great experience- they were very helpful in trip planning and making sure we got to do all the activities and see the places we wanted. There were some things we couldn't do/see due to the time of year being the rainy/low season and they steered us away from those. We had never been to Costa Rica before and it gave us a good overview of this lovely country.
Jody Dice
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My travel consultant went out of her way to make sure everything went smoothly, everything from the flight reservations to the final booking.
johnw
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Angie was patient and very pleasant
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