Wildlife Tours in South America
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- Pantanal Wildlife Experience
- Wildlife Puerto Madryn
- Galápagos Express Adventure: Wilderness & Wildlife
- Brazilian Nature and Wildlife Tour (incl. domestic flights)
- Geluxe: The Galápagos: Wildlife of Santa Cruz & Isabela Islands
- Best of Galapagos
- Legacy of the Incas with Galápagos Cruise
- 3 days Amazon Jungle tour with Pink Dolphin watch from Iquitos
- South America Getaway with Amazon, Santiago & Easter Island
- 4 days Iquitos Amazon Jungle & Pink Dolphin Watching
- Explore the Pantanal on a nocturnal safari
- Fish for piranhas on the Rio Claro
- Ride horseback to see local wildlife
Duration 5 days Destinations Campo Grande Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Operator Nattrip From
- US$1,650
Wildlife Puerto Madryn
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Loved the scenery along the way and was overall a good experience.”
Richard, traveled in March 2023
- A wildlife sanctuary to marvel you during your trip in Puerto Madryn
- Appreciate the beauty of the Atlantic coastline and the geological formation know as Caleta Valdes, a stunning ocean inlet
- From September to December admire the whale´s dance out from the sea
Duration 4 days Destinations Trelew, Valdes Peninsula, Puerto Madryn Age Range 18 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator People Travel and Experience From $560
10% Off- US$504You save $56
Galápagos Express Adventure: Wilderness & Wildlife
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My first G Adventures tour and it definitely won?t be my last! Absolutely incredible.”
Andrea, traveled in August 2022
- Meet giant tortoises at Charles Darwin Station
- Hike the Sierra Negra Volcano on Isabela
- Snorkel with sea life at Concha de Perla
Duration 7 days Destinations Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristóbal Island Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From $1,399
30% Off- US$979You save $419
- Explore Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
- Tour the historic Santa Teresa and downtown Rio
- Experience the majestic Iguazu Falls from Brazil
Duration 13 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, Aquidauana, Bonito Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish Operator ETours Brazil DMC From $4,055
10% Off- US$3,650You save $405
- Explore Quito's mountainous landscapes
- Spot dolphins on a speedboat to Isabela
- Snorkel with marine life at Los Túneles
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Baltra Island, Puerto Ayora, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From $4,399
10% Off- US$3,959You save $439
Best of Galapagos
41 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing experience, and our guide was so knowledgeable and resourceful.”
Susana, traveled in April 2024
- Go snorkelling with sea lions
- Relax on black sand beaches
- Visit a giant tortoise breeding centre
Duration 10 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Floreana Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,795
10% Off- US$3,415+$230 local paymentsYou save $380
- Explore Lima's colonial heart with a local guide
- Experience a Mother Earth Ceremony in the Andes
- Discover Machu Picchu with an expert guide
Duration 19 days Destinations Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Globus From
10% Off- US$11,109+$2,080 upfront costs
- Explore Iquitos on a brief walking tour
- Cruise along the Amazon River
- Experience a jungle walk and sunset views
Duration 3 days Destinations Iquitos Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
10% Off- US$395
South America Getaway with Amazon, Santiago & Easter Island
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“When this horrible virus is controlled we will not hesitate to use Globus.”
Giuseppe, traveled in March 2020
- Cruise the Meeting of Waters in the Amazon
- Stay at the Ecopark Jungle Lodge, Amazon
- Explore Manaus' historic Opera House
Duration 19 days Destinations Brazil, Argentina, Chile Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Globus From
10% Off- US$6,759+$2,695 upfront costs
4 days Iquitos Amazon Jungle & Pink Dolphin Watching
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My 9 year old said it was the best trip of his life. Highly recommended!”
Martha, traveled in June 2021
- Zip through the jungle on thrilling ziplines
- Canoe with a guide through Amazonian waters
- Fish for piranhas in traditional Amazon style
Duration 4 days Destinations Iquitos Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
10% Off- US$524
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