A true adventure to the world's most remote wilderness. This 13-day Antarctica Classic in Depth expedition focuses on the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, home to some of the planet's most impressive wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Throughout the voyage, the team of lecturers and guides will share their knowledge of the region's remarkable natural history.
Incredible scenery - witness the raw beauty of the White Continent
Enjoy a variety of whales - sail with orca, minke and humpback whales
See large penguin colonies - Adelie, gentoo and chinstrap penguins
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Ship Cabin
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ushuaia, Antarctic Peninsula, Dr
Ushuaia, Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands
Explore the wonders of the rainforest of South America with our 5-day fully guided Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve tour. Discover the Amazon rainforest, immerse in the culture of the indigenous community of Seoqueya, learn and prepare local dishes like “cassava”, and cool off in the calm waters of the lagoon while enjoying a spectacular sunset. The Cuyabeno Reserve is also home to many indigenous communities such as Sionas, Secoyas, Kichwa and Cofanes.
This tour offers the best experience for anyone looking for an Amazon adventure. From canoeing and hiking amidst the jungle’s landscape and encountering native wildlife such as jaguars, anacondas and alligators, manatees, monkeys and more in their natural habitat to admiring the exotic flora and fauna that reside within the Amazon – this tour will definitely leave you in awe.
Please see our itinerary for more details.
Rainforest and jungle visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day journey through Brazil’s most iconic destinations: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Iguazu Falls.
Start your adventure in São Paulo, Brazil's vibrant financial hub and cultural capital, where the bustling streets are alive with diverse culinary delights, world-class museums, and eclectic neighborhoods. Next, head to Rio de Janeiro, a dazzling coastal city renowned for its stunning beaches—Copacabana and Ipanema—the awe-inspiring 38-meter-high Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Hill, and the panoramic views from Sugar Loaf Mountain, accessible via thrilling cable car rides.
Your journey culminates at the breathtaking Iguazu Falls, a natural wonder straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina. Marvel at the sheer power and beauty of 275 individual waterfalls, with the tallest, the 80-meter Devil’s Throat, offering an unforgettable spectacle. Iguazu Falls is truly one of the seven natural wonders of the world and a must-visit on any South American itinerary. This tour promises a perfect blend of urban excitement, natural beauty, and cultural immersion, showcasing the very best of Brazil’s diverse landscapes and vibrant cities.
Rainforest and jungle visits
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Age Range
1-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Iguazu Falls, Sao Paulo, Rio de
Iguazu Falls, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls National Park, Foz De Iguazú, Foz Do Iguacu, Puerto Iguazu
Discover this short trek and visit to the famed, epic Macchu Picchu. This tour is different from what other conventional Salkantay Trek tour operators offer; our style includes staying in proper tents in the wilderness—away from crowds—to ensure that you get a chance to savor experience the natural environment and have a genuine adventure to Machu Picchu.
Witness the great Salkantay Mountain, whose name means “untamed.” Embrace the majestic scenery as you make your way to the sacred city of Machu Picchu. Trek the picturesque routes that go from the highlands to the Amazon jungle, in the shadows of this impressive mountain.
Are you ready to travel to one of the most breathtaking destinations in the world? With this small group tour of Patagonia, you will discover magnificent mountains, extraordinary waterfalls, majestic glaciers, and glistening lakes! Begin your tour in Buenos Aires, the Argentine capital where you will visit famous landmarks such as Plaza de Mayo and La Boca. Catch a flight to Bariloche and visit Campanario Hill where you will discover breathtaking views of the surrounding lakes. Travel to El Calafate where you will see the Perito Moreno Glacier during your trip to Los Glaciares National Park. Enjoy a scenic boat ride around the glacier. Board your flight to explore Iguazú National Park where you will discover the majestic waterfalls, one of the Seven Modern Wonders of the Natural World. Visit the Devil's Viewpoint and enjoy the magnificent views of Iguazu Falls before you travel back to Buenos Aires where you will end your tour of Patagonia!
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Villa
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Puerto Iguazu, San
Buenos Aires, Puerto Iguazu, San Carlos de Bariloche, El Calafate
Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu in 4 days is an action-packed adventure tour that combines the thrill of hiking, ziplining, rafting and mountain biking—all in one!
Discover the mysterious ruins of Machu Picchu as you traverse through lush rainforests, explore ancient history, navigate rushing rivers and peddle through rugged terrain on two wheels. On this tour, you will also visit Peru’s rural communities, cacao and coffee plantations and witness a variety of fruit trees.
Note: We do not recommend booking rafting during the rainy season (January-February).
Please see the itinerary for more details.
Active and outdoorAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Hut
Age Range
14-55 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Maria
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes
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“Classic Peru” is genuinely a “highlights” tour of Southern Peru and what we saw was truly epic; a fascinating blend of Inca history & culture, the stunning scenery of the Andes and the Andean wildlife.
The 2 top highlights, for me, were a) entering the site of Macchu Picchu, shrouded in cloud, only for the wind to gradually blow that cloud away for the dramatic “reveal” and b) to see 5 or 6 Condors (adults & juveniles) gradually rise up the Colca Canyon, on the morning’s thermals, until they were soaring over our heads!
Lima is often written off but is worth a look and we arrived one day early (on Saturday) and visited the Centro Historico on Sunday morning. We were rewarded with a front-row view of the city’s own “changing of the guard” in Plaza de Armas.
The food on the trip is excellent in general and very good value. Our guide, Hector, was also excellent and very focussed on keeping us safe and in good health (managing the gradual increase in altitude, as much as possible); he’s especially knowledgable on all things culture and history.
For me, the only two negatives in the trip were:-
a) the overnight stay on Taquile Island - by all means visit the island but the poor accommodation overshadowed the stay and
b) the misleading advice in the pre-trip literature about currencies and exchange - Explore imply it’s ok to buy Peruvian Sol at Lima airport; DON’T - the rate is terrible. They also say “take US$ because the rate for the GB£ is poor”; ignore that too as the local rates (in forex bureaux) were almost entirely equivalent, so buying US$ in the UK is just a waste of money.
I’m sure Explore can quickly rectify these two things in an otherwise excellent tour.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Ma
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Taquile Island, Sacred Valley
