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Small Ship Cruises in South America

Explore the Amazon, Galapagos, Colombia and more!

This is what travel should feel like.

Travelling South America by small ship isn't just about seeing more. It's about getting closer – to wildlife, to people, to wild places few ever reach. 

There are moments here that catch you off guard – a sea lion gliding up to greet you in the clear waters of the Galápagos, a glacier cracking into a silent Patagonian fjord, or the calls of the Amazon rising around you at dawn. Then there are the simple joys – music and colour spilling from a riverside village in Colombia, or laughter with a guide who has spent a lifetime exploring these waters.

These are the journeys that leave you with an overwhelming sense of awe, gratitude and a new perspective on the world.

 

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Viva Expeditions specialises in premium adventures across South America, and our team knows the continent inside out.

Our South America specialists can help you put together the perfect itinerary to suit your travel style, and our local English-speaking teams in each country will have you well looked after from the moment you land, until the moment you depart.

Our South America travel experts live and breathe this continent. They share insider tips, thoughtful recommendations, and personal stories to help you plan the trip of a lifetime. Here, you’ll find inspiration and practical advice straight from the people who know South America best.

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