10 BEST South America Small Group Trips & Tours 2025/2026

South America Small Group Tours: Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (on Request)

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Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (on Request)

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Enjoy a mystical two-night stay at Tortuguero National Park located in the North Caribbean side of Costa Rica. This is one of Costa Rica's most popular ecotourism destinations. Discover its Network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park

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Duration3 days

From

USD 437

USD 371

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USD 66

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South America Small Group Tours: Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (grand Queen Beatriz)

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Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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See the natural beauty of the Galapagos on a sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the central islands. Discover heaps of local wildlife like sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes. Go snorkelling in the presence of mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish. Experience the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos firsthand and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and began formulating the theory of evolution. With each day spent hiking, swimming and snorkelling, this active sailing adventure is one for the nature-lover!

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Bar

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz

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Duration6 days

From

USD 4,550

USD 3,965

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USD 585

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Penguin Colony Boat Ride from Ushuaia

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With our Navigation to the Penguin Colony we will take you on an incredible half-day excursion, visiting key points to spot local fauna. We will pass by the Sea Lions and Birds Islands, where we will be able to see sea lions and more than 20 species of birds in their natural habitat. Then, we continue to Isla Martillo, where we can observe the colony of Magellanic Penguins that live there

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego National Park

Duration1 day

From

USD 170

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Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary B)

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Visiting the Galapagos Islands had been at the top of my wish list for as long as I can remember and this trip was everything I'd dreamt of. Every day brought special, close-up encounters with magnificent animals - male frigatebirds displaying their bright red chests, sea lions stretched out on the beach nursing their young pups or cheekily hitching a ride on the back of our boat and pairs of blue-footed boobies engaged in a courtship dance. The Archipel 1 is modern, spotlessly clean, spacious and comfortable with a friendly, hard-working and efficient crew. The food is excellent in quality, quantity and variety. The boat has the capacity for 16 guests, which enables everyone to get to know one another.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Yacht Cabin

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, North Seymour

Quito, Guayaquil, North Seymour Island, Isla Genovesa, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island

Duration10 days

From

USD 8,400

USD 8,148

Saving

USD 252

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Best of Peru

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Wonderful tour guides and people on the ground in Peru; all lovely people and very helpful - necessary in such a challenging country to travel to.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Home-stay, Lodge

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, Phuyupatamarca, Aguas Cali

Lima, Phuyupatamarca, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Juliaca, Puerto Maldonado, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail

Duration16 days

From

USD 3,490

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Safari a las Nubes from Salta

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Do not miss one of the most incredible tours in Salta! We will follow the Road to the Clouds, La Puna cross by Route No. 40, the Cuesta de Lipán and San Antonio de los Cobres. We will take the tour on board specially designed vehicles to appreciate the transition of landscapes and feel maximum adrenaline, accompanied by expert guides that will explain everything that we see in our path

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Salta, Purmamarca

Duration1 day

From

USD 454

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Galapagos at a Glance: Southern Islands (Grand Daphne)

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Welcome to the Galapagos Islands, guaranteed to fill even the most well-travelled adventurers with a sense of awe and wonder. On this six-day adventure cruise, you’ll see pink flamingos in the lagoons of Isla Floreana, sunbathe with sea lions along Gardner Beach, hike along the spectacular green shoreline of Punta Cormorant and snorkel in the clear waters of the archipelago. This active trip is a short but sweet introduction to the famed islands and the perfect addition to any South American adventure.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Isla Baltra, Floreana Isl

Quito, Isla Baltra, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island

Duration6 days

From

USD 3,635

USD 3,526

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USD 109

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Embark on an unforgettable journey from the Caribbean to the Pacific Coast on our tour through vibrant Costa Rica. Cruise through Tortuguero's untamed waterways, discover wildlife, trek through pristine tropical rainforests, and relax on golden beaches, all while enjoying premium accommodations. This two-week adventure showcases the best of Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. Tortuguero - Cruise the jungle waterways and explore the rainforest in search of its abundant wildlife. Arenal - Walk the flanks of this picture-perfect conical volcano and learn about its most recent eruptions. Monteverde - Search for the rare quetzal and walk through the treetops in this unreal cloud forest reserve. Upgraded range - Immerse yourself in Costa Rica's vibrant wildlife and lush jungles with our hand-picked Premium accommodations

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

16-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Monteverde, Pacific Co

San Jose, Monteverde, Pacific Coast, Corcovado National Park, Dominical, Turrialba, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park

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Duration14 days

From

USD 4,850

USD 4,470

Saving

USD 380

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Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos

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Experience Ecuador in full glory, where the mainland combines natural and cultural wonders, and the Galapagos islands offer unrivalled wildlife watching. Beginning in Quito, we gaze over Cotopaxi volcano, experience indigenous culture and spend two nights in the Amazon Rainforest. It’s then off to the Galapagos, where we snorkel with sea lions, walk among giant tortoises and sunbathe on white sands with marine iguanas.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Floreana Island, Isla San

Quito, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Banos, Tena, Liana Lodge, Papallacta, La Loberia, Playa Ochoa

Duration15 days

From

USD 6,900

USD 6,693

Saving

USD 207

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Enchanted Ecuador: Rainforest, Andes, and Culture 9D/8N

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Explore the wonders of Ecuador's diverse landscapes with an unforgettable adventure that spans the Amazon Rainforest, majestic Andes Mountains, and vibrant cultural sites. This captivating tour offers breathtaking views, wildlife encounters, and immersive cultural experiences. Hike through lush rainforests, visit traditional Andean villages, and marvel at the stunning Cotopaxi Volcano. Ideal for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts, this journey promises a unique blend of ecological discovery and rich heritage in one of the world's most biodiverse countries.

AdventureExplorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Home-stay, Lodge, Hotel, Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Yunguilla, Tena, Banos, Quilotoa Crater Lagoon

Duration9 days

From

USD 1,585

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Galapagos Escape - Solaris (Itinerary B)

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With lumbering giant tortoises, playful sea lions and an aviary of swooping, squawking, soaring bird life, the Galapagos Islands is wildlife-watching heaven. For this five-day trip, it’s all aboard the Solaris, a first-class motor yacht, to cruise around the archipelago in the company of an expert naturalist. Along the way, we stop at a string of biologically diverse islands, including Genovesa, Santa Fe and San Cristóbal, with the chance to get out and explore on foot and by snorkelling. Expect moments worthy of a nature documentary and plenty of photo opportunities.

WildlifeBird watching

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, Baltra Island

Quito, Guayaquil, Baltra Island, Mosquera Island, Genovesa Island, Santa Fe

Duration6 days

From

USD 4,835

USD 4,690

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USD 145

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Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary A)

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This eight-day southwestern tour aboard the catamaran Archipel I gives an extensive overview of the Galapagos by combining the circumnavigation of Isabela Island with excursions in the southernmost points of the archipelago. It also gives the chance to snorkel with sea lions in the Loberia and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in Santa Cruz.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Isla Fernandina

Duration10 days

From

USD 8,400

USD 8,148

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USD 252

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Treasures of Galapagos: Western & Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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Embark on an immersive 13-day adventure cruise through the Galapagos Islands and experience the natural world, both on land and sea. Encounter diverse wildlife, from lumbering giant tortoises and sunbathing sea lions to scuttling crabs and blue-footed boobies. Wander through lava flow on Las Tintoreras, snorkel in the waters of protected cove Punta Carrion and stick your toes in the olivine-crystal sands of Punta Cormorant. This trip allows plenty of time to absorb the spoils of these unique, wildlife-rich islands, so you can cruise into another world while your naturalist guide sorts out the rest.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Sa

Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz, Baltra Island, Isla Isabela, Punta Cormorant, Santa Fe Island, South Plaza Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island

Duration13 days

From

USD 9,805

USD 9,511

Saving

USD 294

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Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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Cruise the Galapagos and discover the native wildlife on this seven-day sailing adventure around the southern end of the archipelago. Meet giant tortoises that inhabit Isla San Cristobal, watch blue-footed boobies dance the booby two-step and wander the unfamiliar environment that characterises these far-flung islands. Every day you’ll wake up to a different view out the window from the comforts of the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz. Sail past the volcanic Punta Pitt, swim with sea lions at Bahia Gardner, and hike past prickly pear cacti on Isla Santa Fe. Prepare to head on the adventure of a lifetime and become a Galapagos explorer!

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Baltra Island, Santa Fe I

Quito, Baltra Island, Santa Fe Island, Punta Suárez, San Cristobal Island

Duration7 days

From

USD 4,585

USD 4,447

Saving

USD 138

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All South America Small Group Trips

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Page 6 of 87 Small Group Trips in South America with 1,059 Reviews

Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (on Request)

Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Penguin Colony Boat Ride from Ushuaia

Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary B)

Best of Peru

Safari a las Nubes from Salta

Galapagos at a Glance: Southern Islands (Grand Daphne)

Upgraded - Costa Rica Wildlife

Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos

Enchanted Ecuador: Rainforest, Andes, and Culture 9D/8N

Galapagos Escape - Solaris (Itinerary B)

Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary A)

Treasures of Galapagos: Western & Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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