South America Explorer Trips
Explorer trips in South America. Looking to explore South America on an explorer tour? We offer 650 explorer tours through-out South America, backed by over 1,100 reviews and offering discounts up to 40%. All our trips are offered by expert trip designers and South America destination experts, with trip durations ranging from 1 to 111 days.
Page 11 of 684 Explorer Trips in South America with 1,178 Reviews
Costa Rica Wildlife Tour
4.9
This was an excellent tour made all the more enjoyable because of our tour guide, Oscar and driver, Jesus. Oscar was so knowledgeable about every aspect of Costa Rican nature. He was fun and considerate, making sure everyone was having a good time. They were both amazing at spotting animals and birds. Oscar knew the best places to go to see more animals and birds and they both always gave us great recommendations for restaurants.
Contrasts of Colombia
4.7
Contrasts of Colombia definitely the right tour title. Trip was so different every day.
Catalina was fabulous, funny, informative, full of energy and took everyone's preferences into account. Especially loved the workshops and demonstrations.
The only minor spoilers foe me were that we didn't get to go to the leather workshop, the bus was too cramped (but sorted later for which we were all grateful), the red house was closed but again Cat arranged for bus to drop us there avoiding a long walk back.
This being said I loved the whole trip and have already recommended my friends book it.
Classic Peru
4.8
Our tour leader Arturo was the best guide I have been with. His attention to detail warm personality and patience was amazing.
Torres del Paine W Trek 5D/4N (Self-Guided)
5
Loved every minute of it. A wonderful hike if you love to get out and explore the outdoors.
Inca Trail Trek
5
Arturo was a fantastic leader and guide. Knowledgable, helpful, caring, experienced and amusing. This was my 11th Explore holiday and Arturo is up there with the best guides. The porters and cooks are heroes - we were very happy to tip them generously. The itinerary was perfect, though no one should underestimate the challenge of around ten hours walking on day three. Cusco hotel staff were fine but the layout around a central atrium means the rooms are very noisy. The hotel near Machu Picchu was lovely but the staff were rude, unhelpful and disinterested. Overall I’d fully recommend this trip - but be sure to get into shape beforehand and consider your kit carefully.
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
4.7
What an amazing trip, couldnt fault a thing! From start to finish, it was organised so well and our tour guide was so knowledgeable. A gentle introduction to Brazilian life on the beautiful island of Marajo with its golden beaches and buffalo was a great idea.
The public ferry was pretty basic but gave a glimpse of river life, relaxing on a hammock as we sailed up the Amazon. Yes, the food was plain and a bit repetitive but it was freshly cooked, tasty and plenty of it.
Santarem was a delight, just like a seaside resort. The jungle hike there was a bit tough (but so worth it!) with a local guide showing us all the ways the plants and trees are used by the local people, and a swim in a cool stream was most welcome.
The private boat trip was fabulous; sleeping on deck listening to the sounds of the night-time jungle, canoe rides to see the wildlife, fishing for piranha and another hike were exciting. The food on the boat was superb!
TV programmes on the Amazon just don't cover the scale and magnificence of the river and jungle so if you're looking for adventure, maybe a little outside your comfort zone, then go for it. For me, this was the trip of a lifetime!
Highlights of Costa Rica
4.5
Such an amazing holiday, the hotels were all great and the tour guide had loads of knowledge on all the different animals and he was so kind!
Central American Highlights
4.8
Great trip. Full on pace, would have to skip activities to slow down! A cultural and nature trip. Guatemala was my favourite country; the Mayan history and culture. The archeological site at Copan adds to the diversity of experiences on this trip. As well the more recent history of regime change in Nicaragua. The Spanish colonial architecture was highlighted at all destinations, quaint hotels. Nature’s beauty and wild life was showcased throughout. Overall, a diversity of experiences filled the two weeks!