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Discover the awe-inspiring wildlife of South America on a wildlife safari tour with Adventure Life. From the Pantanal wetlands of Brazil, to the jungles of Peru and Ecuador, to the llanos plains of Colombia, experience this land's unparalleled biodiversity and explore a myriad of species in their natural habitat. From giant anteaters, jaguars, and capybaras to macaws, toucans, and caimans, observe an abundance of animals as you journey across some of this continent's most remarkable ecosystems. Adventure Life offers 646 Wildlife Viewing Tours in South America for 2025 and 2026, starting at $1,250, lasting from 5 to 29 days. Make your dreams come true by booking one today! Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Laguna Colorada
$3,738
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High Deserts of Bolivia & Chile

10 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Lake Titicaca
  • Uyuni Salt Desert in depth
  • Visit altiplanic lagoons
  • Discover the beauty of Atacama
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the mystical beauty and inspiring geology of the High Deserts of Bolivia and Chile. Travel from Bolivia's capital city, La Paz, to Sun and Moon Islands on Lake Titicaca. Explore Lake Titicaca, South America's largest and the world's highest navigable lake. Then journey through …
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River in the Amazon Rainforest
$1,019
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Ceiba Tops & Canopy Walkway

5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike biodiverse primary rainforest
  • Learn about Yagua native culture
  • Spot dolphins and catch Amazon fish
  • Observe the canopy from above
  • Browse Mazan's morning market
Activities:
Fishing, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the exciting world of the Peruvian Amazon on this 4-night stay at the Ceiba Tops Lodge. Enjoy the comfort of air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and hot water in a luxurious rainforest setting. Naturalist Guides lead you to a variety of habitats to observe wildlife such as …
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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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Trekking in Torres del Paine provides spectacular views of mountains, glaciers and lakes
$2,070
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Patagonia Camp - Torres del Paine

4-8 Day Itinerary
  • Choose from daily excursions
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Kayak or fish Toro Lake
  • Search for Condors & other fauna
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of enormous Lake Toro and facing the Paine Massif, only 15 km from the Torres Del Paine Park’s administration center and close to the the main attractions that have made Torres del Paine world famous. This luxurious and comfortable camp offers a range …
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A pair of macaws in the Amazon
$5,690
EBD
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Authentic Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
  • Enjoy exploratory canoe trips
  • Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
  • Kayak though the Indillama River
  • Learn from Kichwa women
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the wonderful flora and rich wildlife of the Amazon Basin on this 8-day expedition cruise aboard the M/V Anakonda. Explore the Yasuni, Ecuador’s largest National Park, a wild and untamed realm in the heart of the Ecuadorian Rainforest. Kayak along black waters escorted by otters and …
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Hiking Machu Picchu
$2,409
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Incas and Rainforest

Machu Picchu & Amazon - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Watch for wildlife as you canoe
  • Take a night hike though the Amazon
  • Discover the ruins of Machu Picchu
  • Observe traditional weaving
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Peru's vast jungle with a 3 night stay in the Peruvian Amazon. Next explore Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and the great ruins of Machu Picchu on a fully guided Peru tour. Wander through village markets where ancient traditions live on in the hearts of the Andean people. Visit …
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What a view.
$2,072
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Classic W Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the famous W Trek
  • Explore Grey Glacier up close
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Enjoy backcountry glamping
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Santiago
Activities:
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Challenging
Hike the famous W Trek in the wilds of Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park on this 8-day hiking and camping adventure. Your path follows the Paso Los Cuernos trail towards Refugio Los Cuernos and down into the French Valley. Experience panoramic views of Grey Glacier, witness the …
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W-Circuit Torres del Paine
$2,920
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Hotel Las Torres - Torres del Paine

4-8 Day Itinerary
  • Relax in Hotel Las Torres
  • Choose from several excursions
  • Enjoy flexible time for activities
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Your retreat for the next three nights awaits you in Torres del Paine. A variety of guided excursions are included in your stay at Las Torres. Hikes and horseback trips can range from easy to complex, depending on your interests and energy level for the day. Several half-day and full-day excursions …
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Dientes Circuit in Patagonia
$2,512
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Dientes Circuit Trek

Dientes de Navarino Trek - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Dientes Circuit
  • Trek the southernmost circuit
  • Explore Navarino Island
  • Enjoy camping and lodge stays
Activities:
Camping, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Challenging
Walk through the Dientes de Navarino massif at the far end of South America, trekking along rural roads through and alongside forests, valleys, ponds, lakes, and rivers. At the summit of your trek, take in stunning views of the Beagle Channel, the cities of Puerto Williams in Chile and Ushuaia in …
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Devil's Cauldron Waterfall in Banos
$2,139
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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.
$3,991
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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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Fortress at Kuelap ruins
$1,183
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Chachapoyas Discovery

10 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Lima
  • Experience Mochica culture
  • Visit archaeological site
  • Discover Chiclayo
Activities:
Archaeological Sites, Land, Local Market, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Chiclayo and the Tucume Pyramids and Sipan ruins before continuing into the cloudforest to the lost civilization of Chachapoyas. This trip in northern Peru features visits to the huge mountaintop temple and fortress of Kuelap, the Leimebamba museum with its collection of 200 mummies, and …
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EcoCamp domes and Torres
$1,015
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EcoCamp - Torres del Paine

4-8 Day Itinerary
  • Relax in Patagonia's eco domes
  • See the famed Torres del Paine
  • Choose from a variety of activities
Activities:
Fishing, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Visit Torres del Paine National Park (via shuttle drive from Punta Arenas or public bus and shuttle drive combination from El Calafate). Arrive at EcoCamp, a luxury tent camp built to reduce environmental impact with enormous igloo-shaped tents and luxury Suite Domes. Choose from a daily selection …
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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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Awasi Patagonia at night
$4,140
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Awasi Patagonia

4-7 Day Itinerary
  • Stay in luxurious Awasi Patagonia
  • Join private guided excursions
  • Enjoy chef Fredercio Zigler's meals
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Land, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy a luxurious stay at Awasi Patagonia located near Torres del Paine National Park. The lodge is inside a private reserve with pristine views of the Torres del Paine peaks and Lake Sarmiento. Spend your days exploring Patagonia by horseback, on foot or kayaking nearby lakes. In the evening, …
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Llama at Machu Picchu ruins
$7,076
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Islands and Incas

Galapagos & Machu Picchu - 15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore magical Machu Picchu
  • Visit the Inca terraces of Moray
  • Photograph iguanas & sea lions
  • Wonder at volcanic landscapes
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu and the the enchanted islands of Galapagos on one amazing all-inclusive tour. While in Peru, tour Machu Picchu, exploring the massive ruins then wander through village markets where ancient traditions live on in the hearts of the Andean people. Visit the …
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River in the Amazon Rainforest
$1,920
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River

4 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Meet and visit with locals
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities:
Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join La Perla on this 4-day journey down the Amazon River! This great adventure is designed for those nature lovers who do not have much time to travel. Your journey offers a worthy view of life in the Amazon jungle, including piranha fishing, wildlife spotting, visit local villages, and …
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
$5,090
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Eastern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • Learn about local conservation
  • Mail a letter from Post Office Bay
  • Relax on white coral beaches
  • Snorkel alongside marinlife
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Cruise from island to island on this 8-day Galapagos adventure. Visit several islands throughout the archipelago and experience the widlife and landscape unique to each one. Visit the Jacinto Gordillo Breeding Center where you will see and learn about the efforts being made to protect tortoises in …
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