South America Explorer Trips in 2025/2026

South America Explorer Tour: Venado Caves From Arenal

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Venado Caves From Arenal

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Our naturalist guide will start with a brief history of the caves and then go into the depths of this incredible journey. The caves were formed during the Miocene period, 15 or 20 million years ago. For many years they were under sea level and due to tectonic movements they surfaced.

Explorer Bus tours Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

La Fortuna

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Duration5 hours

From

USD 143

USD 122

Saving

USD 21

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South America Explorer Tour: Tortuga Island Cruise From Puntarenas

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Tortuga Island Cruise From Puntarenas

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It has a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is located: Isla Tortuga. Tour can be in Catamaran or Yate.

Local boat rides Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Punta Arenas

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Duration14 hours

From

USD 164

USD 139

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USD 25

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South America Explorer Tour: Birding Watching Tour From San José

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Birding Watching Tour From San José

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As one of the best bird watching spots in Costa Rica (included in Costa Rica Birding HotSpots); The Atlantic Park of Rainforest Adventures has been recognized by the National Audubon Society as one of the best places for birders in Central America with more than 400 species in our areas.

Explorer Bus tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose

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Duration8 hours

From

USD 222

USD 189

Saving

USD 33

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South America Explorer Tour: Buenos Aires City Break With Tango Show

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Buenos Aires City Break With Tango Show

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Experience the vibrant soul of Buenos Aires on this captivating four-day city break. Immerse yourself in the highlights of Argentina’s capital with a guided panoramic tour, uncovering its historic neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and architectural gems. Enhance your stay with an unforgettable tango dinner show that captures the passion and rhythm of the city.

Art and architecture Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires

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Duration4 days

From

USD 387

USD 329

Saving

USD 58

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Peru: The Soul of Cusco & Machu Picchu by Train

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Dive headfirst into the magic of Peru on this nine-day adventure packed with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and mouthwatering food. Go beyond the ordinary in the Sacred Valley, where extra time means extra discoveries — explore iconic Inca ruins like Pisaq and Ollantaytambo, visit a world-class ceramic studio, and even hike to a hidden waterfall. Then, hop aboard a scenic train ride to the legendary Machu Picchu for an unforgettable day of exploration, capped off with a delicious meal at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. From ancient wonders to cultural gems, this journey is Peru at its absolute best.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes

Duration9 days

From

USD 3,899

USD 3,782

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USD 117

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Peru: Lima, The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu by Train

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Immerse yourself in the magic of Peru on this 11-day journey through breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and incredible cuisine. Kick things off in Lima, exploring the city’s vibrant streets by bike and on foot before heading high into the Andes to Cusco. Dive deeper into the Sacred Valley, where extra time means extra discoveries — from must-see Inca ruins like Pisaq and Ollantaytambo to a world-class ceramic studio and a scenic waterfall hike. Then, hop aboard a stunning train ride to the legendary Machu Picchu for an unforgettable day of exploration, capped off with a delicious meal at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. Adventure, culture, and history come together in the most spectacular way.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Lima, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes

Duration11 days

From

USD 4,989

USD 4,839

Saving

USD 150

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Antarctica: The White Continent

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Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent” – Antarctica. Arrive in the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires, before flying over Patagonia to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and seeing Terra del Fuego. Begin your Antarctic expedition by crossing the Drake Passage. See breaching whales crashing and scenes of pure ice walls as you observe from the deck of the ship. Explore on shore with our passionate ship's naturalists and learn about the local populations of penguins, seals, and humpback whales. Explore vistas of blue-white glaciers and busy penguin rookeries on an unforgettable expedition cruise.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Pas

Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, At Sea, Antarctic Circle

Duration12 days

From

USD 6,399

USD 6,299

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USD 100

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Lima to La Paz - 14 days

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From Peru to Bolivia, Lima to La Paz, take a tour of some of the region's most fascinating destinations, starting with the captivating Peruvian capital of Lima. Learn about the incredible flora and fauna of the vast Amazon Jungle. Take a scenic train ride through the Andean mountains to reach the breathtaking 'lost city' of Machu Picchu and meet the indigenous people of the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca. This 14 day tour ends with a visit to lakeside Copacabana before exploring the lofty city of La Paz.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Bungalow, Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, La Paz, Puno, Puerto Maldo

Lima, La Paz, Puno, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley

Duration14 days

From

USD 3,485

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Costa Rica Escape

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Seeking a Costa Rica Escape full of stunning natural scenery and unforgettable adventures? This 9-day Costa Rica group tour offers an incredible journey through some of the country’s most sought-after sights and hidden gems. Discover the active Arenal Volcano and be captivated by the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Relax on the beach in Quepos, experience the spectacular Manuel Antonio National Park and tour San José, Costa Rica’s buzzing capital city. From wildlife wonders and coastal delights to local cuisine and unique cultures, this is Costa Rica at its best!

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

10-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde

San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Quepos

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Duration9 days

From

USD 2,100

USD 1,965

Saving

USD 135

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Ultimate Rio Carnival Experience

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Do you love sun, sand and celebration? This Ultimate Rio Carnival Experience is for you! Embark on a 7-day tour through Rio’s iconic festivities and dive head first into local Brazilian culture. Visit some of the world’s most famous beaches, including Copacabana and Ipanema. See top sights, taste delicious local cuisine and immerse yourself in the Rio Carnival. Become a part of the parade, dance the nights away, get your very own Carnival kit and make memories to last a lifetime on this Brazil guided tour.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

10-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rio de Janeiro, Ipanema Beach

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Duration7 days

From

USD 2,650

USD 2,425

Saving

USD 225

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Northern Argentina & Chile Tour

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Explore the vibrant cities of Salta and Cafayate, traverse the diverse landscapes of the Puna region and delve into the cultural wonders of Quebrada de Humahuaca with our 10-day partially guided Northern Argentina and Chile Tour. On this tour, you will have the chance to cross the majestic Andes and explore the arid expanse of the Atacama Desert in Chile, marvel at the famous multicolored hills, serene lagoons and surreal geological formations and discover the desert’s stark beauty and vast open spaces that offer a stark contrast to the lush valleys of Argentina. Please see our itinerary for more details.

Explorer Deserts and canyons

Tour Type

Independent Tour

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, San

Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, San Pedro De Atacama, Calama, Moon Valley

Duration10 days

From

USD 2,700

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The best of Argentina

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In this 16 day tour in Argentina you will discovery the most amazing destination of Argentina. You travel from the Jungle and north of Argentina to El Calafate and its Perito Moreno Glacier and Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. On this trip, you’ll see the highlights of one of South America’s most beautiful countries. We know that Argentina is a very big country and sometimes it is difficult to select which destination to visit. On this tour the group of our travel experts selected those places that you can not miss if you are travelling to Argentina: Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Salta and Purmamarca, El Calafate and Ushuaia.

Explorer

Tour Type

Independent Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, El C

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Salta, Purmamarca, Perito Moreno Glacier, Beagle Channel Cruise, Tierra Del Fuego National Park, Iguazu Falls, Salinas

Duration16 days

From

USD 3,890

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The Galápagos: Wildlife of Santa Cruz & Isabela Islands

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This was a trip of a lifetime! G adventures and our CEO's, Felipe and Gustavo, made everything so enjoyable and easy! Getting to the Galapagos was no easy feat and our CEO's handled everything with professionalism and enthusiasm. I felt like I was able to show up and not have to think about anything. I will definitely be booking Gluxe adventures again!

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Isabel

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz

Duration8 days

From

USD 4,599

USD 4,461

Saving

USD 138

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South America Explorer Tour: Premium Patagonia

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Premium Patagonia

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Discover the natural wonders of wild Patagonia on this nine-day Premium journey. Travel from Santiago through Torres del Paine National Park, take in stunning views of glaciers and icebergs and explore the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier – one of the few glaciers left in the world that isn’t shrinking! Along the way, keep your eyes open for sea lions, penguins, guanacos and pumas. Cruise past icebergs and glaciers and listen to the crack of the ice as it plunges into the waters below. This trip takes you into the heart of the drama and the calm of this vast wilderness with unique wildlife opportunities and striking natural landscapes.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Santiago, Puerto Natales, El Cal

Santiago, Puerto Natales, El Calafate, Ushuaia

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Duration9 days

From

USD 9,760

USD 8,520

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USD 1,240

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Venado Caves From Arenal

Tortuga Island Cruise From Puntarenas

Birding Watching Tour From San José

Buenos Aires City Break With Tango Show

Peru: The Soul of Cusco & Machu Picchu by Train

Peru: Lima, The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu by Train

Antarctica: The White Continent

Lima to La Paz - 14 days

Costa Rica Escape

Ultimate Rio Carnival Experience

Northern Argentina & Chile Tour

The best of Argentina

The Galápagos: Wildlife of Santa Cruz & Isabela Islands

Premium Patagonia

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All South America Explorer Trips

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