Top South America Trips & Tours in May 2025

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
• See the blue-footed boobies dance
• Look for Galapagos penguins
• Cruise along Moreno Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Bachas Beach

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more.

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from $5,150

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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Encounter an array of wildlife
• See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.

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from $3,195

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Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Center
• Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day exciting cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Meet Galapagos giant turtles, climb to the Baroness Lookout Point, snorkel with sea turtles and sharks, and visit one of the first sites visited by Charles Darwin. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are an ideal place to spend your vacations!

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from $3,195

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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
• Observe white tip sharks
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.

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from $1,473

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Hiking Bariloche

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerrito Llao Llao
• Enjoy bird watching at El Tambo
• Explore Guillelmo lake

Starts / Ends

Bariloche / Bariloche

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Bariloche, the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoor activities.

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from $560

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Tierra del Fuego National Park

½ Day Itinerary

• View Tierra del Fuego National Park
• Visit the rebuilt Yamanas campsite
• Admire great views of Roca lake

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tierra del Fuego National Park is awe-inspiring in its remoteness and natural splendor. Learn about the region's history during a half-day trek and ride to the 100-year-old End of the World convict train.

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from $419

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San Ignacio Ruins

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire San Ignacio Ruins
• See central plaza and the church
• Hear Spanish settlers' history

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio, Argentina’s best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century dwellings, cemetery, central plaza, the church, the mission house, workshops, town hall, and the hospital.

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from $404

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Escondido and Fagnano Lakes

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire views of Sierra Alvear
• Relax in Escondido Lake
• Enjoy stunning Fagnano Lakes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore stunning Patagonian lakes and scenery on this day trip from Ushuaia. After visiting the Velo De Novia waterfall, start the drive up the base of Mount Olivia where you will soon see the front of the Sierra Alvear which extends to Tierra Mayor and Las Cotorras mountain ranges.

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from $582

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Perito Moreno Kayak Experience

1 Day Itinerary

• Kayak in glacial waters
• Take photos of this unique place
• See great views of Perito Moreno

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / Perito Moreno Glacier

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from a unique vantage point: a kayaking excursion. Expert guides provide all required equipment to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime tour.

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from $179

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The Argentine Dine & Wine Experience

½ Day Itinerary

• Enjoy an Argentine meal with wine
• Unleash your inner mixologist
• Prepare your own \"mate\" drink

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy an authentic Buenos Aires eating experience with this tour. Mixologists and sommeliers instruct you in the art of preparing wine-based cocktails. Order steak your way in Spanish, and prepare your own 'mate' drink. The number of participants is limited, ensuring a small-group experience in this food and wine class.

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from $198

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The Argentine Experience

½ Day Itinerary

• Learn to make traditional empanadas
• Savour Argentina's very best steak
• Prepare your own 'mate' drink

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience an Argentine dining experience that cleverly blends exquisite food and wine, local culture, and social integration led by charismatic guides and supported by an international team. Learn how to close your own empanada using the 'repulgue' technique, to order steak your way in Spanish, and to prepare your own 'mate' drink

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from $187

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Laguna Torres Trek

Patagonia - 1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Challenging

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from $192

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Iguazu Falls Brazil Side

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

There are around 275 waterfalls distributed along the cliffs. More than 70% are in Argentinean territory but from Brazil, there is the best panoramic view. The Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls provides an excellent and breathtaking panoramic vista. Is the ultimate experience one can have in terms of waterfalls around the world.

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from $175

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La Ventana Dinner & Tango Show

½ Day Itinerary

• Enjoy a Tango and Folklore Show
• Savor Argentinian gourmet dishes

Activities

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a traditional tango performance and an Andean culture show. The La Ventana Tango House is a fully renovated historic structure located in San Telmo. Moreover, savor an international and traditional dinner prepared on a traditional charcoal grill, along with Argentinean wines.

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from $213

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Rio and Sugarloaf Mountain

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the magic of Sugarloaf Mountain and Rio de Janeiro's city center on this half-day tour. Start by climbing aboard a cable car and ascend to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, where you'll enjoy spectacular views of Rio, the Atlantic Ocean, and the coastline. Afterward, ride through the city center and tour the Sambadrome, which was built especially for the annual Carnival festivities.

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from $133

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Cultural Buenos Aires

½ Day Itinerary

• See Colon Theatre & The Obelisk
• Explore Buenos Aires on foot
• Discover the city's numerous facets

Activity Level

Relaxed

World-class museums, restaurants, and nightlife await visitors in Buenos Aires. The Obelisk, Plaza de Mayo, Teatro Colon, and Recoleta are all worthy stops on this four-hour tour.

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from $115

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Buenos Aires Street Art

½ Day Itinerary

• Discover Buenos Aires' urban art
• Admire art hotspots and galleries
• Visit Union Gallery

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Buenos Aires' hidden hotspots for street art and open-air galleries. Tours were developed in close collaboration with prominent artists to enable them to share their personal experiences and inspirations. Your tour concludes at UNION, the city's one and only artist-run street art pub and gallery, where you can purchase affordable art.

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from $160

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Christ the Redeemer and Corcovado

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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