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Discover South America, a continent like no other. Being the 4th largest continent, South America allows you to experience the most diverse nature, landscapes and cultures. Explore it all with our South America tours.

Travelling on our South America tours, you will discover diverse natural environments and varied cultural aspects. You can enjoy buzzing metropolitan cities such as Lima, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Santiago and Montevideo. 

Go on an adventure and take a boat ride to witness one of the most remarkable waterfalls, the Iguazu Falls; spot elusive wildlife in the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon Rainforest; take a walk through the second driest place on the planet, the Atacama Desert in Chile and discover the spectacular ruins of Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. 

From learning the Argentinian tango in a local café to hiking through the most beautiful places on Earth, South America will offer you the ultimate adventure - either on a multi-country tour, or an in-depth trip around any one of the stunning Latin American countries.

 

Signature South America Tours - Refined, Simplified, Perfected

Drawing on our years of experience and feedback from clients, we have identified the best routes, destinations, accommodation and experiences to create our Signature range of South America tours, that highlight the very best of each region. If you've got a bit more time, we have a range of extension packages available, which you can add on before or after your Signature tour to create your own perfect South American adventure!

Simply select one of our Signature itineraries, then add extensions to make it yours.

FAQs

When is the best time to travel to South America?

Summer is roughly from November to February, and winter from June to August. Most of the countries are all year round destinations. 

It depends on the activities you wish to do and on places you want to visit. 

  • Between October - November is the dry season in the Amazon, making for fine wildlife watching. 
  • December - March is the high season in Brazil and the Atlantic coast, the best time to visit Patagonia but also the busiest.
  • You can go to Patagonia from late September until beginning of April.  
  • For Peru, it is preferable to avoid the rainy season which takes place between January and March  

Is it safe to travel in South America?

The answer is yes, but there are places and situations that are dangerous, however, easily avoidable.

Nowadays South America is highly recognized tourist destination and the government with the help of the police makes sure that measures are taken to make people feel secure in towns, cities and tourist destinations.

Some safety notes: do not take your valuables with you, leave them locked in a safety deposit box; keep your spending money, camera and phone close to you, preferably beneath your clothing; do not go to areas where tourists are not expected; always use taxis with official identification.

The safest countries are ; 

  • 1 - Chile ; Global Peace Index Rank: 29/162
  • 2 - Uruguay ; Global Peace Index Rank: 44/162
  • 3 - Argentina ; Global Peace Index Rank: 60/162

What language do they speak in South America?

In South America most of the spoken languages are Portuguese and Spanish, while in Suriname the official language is Dutch, in Guyana and the Falkland Islands it is English and in French Guiana it is French. 

What money do they use in South America?

Every country in South America has a different currency, however, US dollars are widely exchangeable and accepted in many large hotels, restaurants and supermarkets.

Argentina - Peso (ARS), Bolivia - Boliviano (BOB), Brazil - Brazilian Real (BRL), Chile - Chilean Peso (CLP), Colombia - Colombian Peso (COP), Ecuador - US Dollar (USD), Paraguay - Guarani (PYG), Peru - Nuevo Sol (PEN), Uruguay –Uruguayan Peso (UYU), Venezuela–Bolivar (VEF). You can check currency exchanges at www.xe.com

Do I need visa to travel to South America?

Visas are required by some nationalities for travel to certain South American countries. Please refer to the detailed information on the specific countries that you plan to travel through for visa requirements. 

Do I need to get vaccinations for South America?

Before travelling to South America it is recommended that you visit a medical professional to see which vaccinations are needed for a specific country. Recommended vaccinations are not mandatory, but required vaccinations are. The minimum vaccinations recommended from our side are: Yellow Fever, Hepatitis (A and B), Typhoid, Diphtheria, Cholera, Rabies, and Tetanus. 

What plug do I need for South America?

Most countries in South America use European or USA style outlets, however, please double check with us before you travel.

What clothes and footwear should I take with me?

It depends on the physical activity of the tour, but it is always recommended to take hiking boots and clothes appropriate to the weather conditions. It is recommended to research the weather conditions of each country before the tour. 

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Delfin III | Amazon Cruise Ship

44 Passengers
Delfin I | Amazon Cruise Ship

8- 12 Passengers
MY Tucano | Amazon Cruise Ship
Stella Australis

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Ventus Australis

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Coral I or Coral II

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Archipel I - Galapagos Catamaran

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Santa Cruz II | Galapagos Cruise Ship

90 Passengers
Isabela II | Galapagos Cruise Ship

40 Passengers
Alya | Galapagos Cruise Ship

16 Passengers
Mary Anne | Galapagos Cruise Ship

16 Passengers
M/Y Galapagos Sea Star Journey | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Legend | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Grand Majestic | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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La Pinta | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Bonita | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Galaven | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Elite | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Infinity | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Camila | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Grace | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Evolution | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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Ocean Spray | Galapagos Cruise Ship

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