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Ballestas Islands, near Paracas, South America

South America

Lost civilisations, mist-shrouded mountains and (almost) impenetrable rainforest await

Tours in South America 

With lost cities, rainbow mountains, salt plains and extraordinary wildlife, our South America tours are filled with a wonder all of their own. From the Caribbean coast of Colombia to the glacial fjords of Patagonia, our South America trips cover an epic canvas and take in a riotous mix of culture and outstanding adventure trails.

There’s trekking in Chile; bird-watching in Guyana and the Galápagos; world-class heritage sites, such as Machu Picchu peaking through the cloud forest in Peru... and then there’s the Amazon. On Exodus' South America trips, you will explore the biggest and most diverse ecosystem in the world - the stuff that holiday legends are made of. Choose one of our trekking adventures for a completely immersive experience, where you’ll not only spend time exploring the classic Inca Trail, you’ll also spend three nights camping deep within the Amazon Rainforest!

A big fan of wildlife? Our South America tours have this in abundance. The Galápagos encounters offer an experience like no other. There’s a high chance of spotting Galapagos penguins, Galapagos Giant tortoises, Whitetip reef sharks, Galapagos sea lions and Land & Marine iguanas. Snorkel equipment is provided free of charge on board the boat so you can see marine life up close. You’ll have to get your cameras at the ready to capture some truly incredible moments!

Add in Argentina’s deliciously smokey red wine and plate-sized steaks, and an adventure holiday in South America has all the ingredients for a trip like no other.

Our travellers rate our South America holidays as

 4.6 / 5 based on 871 reviews

South America Adventure Holidays

The Inca Trail

Follow in the footsteps of the Peruvian Incas as you trek the classic Inca Trail

Guided Group, Tailor Made Adventures

Walking & Trekking
9 days Excl. Flights
From 2,295 CAD
Activity Rating - Moderate
4.8 / 5
 from 
159 reviews
Plaza de Armas, Cuzco, Peru

Essential Peru

Discover southern Peru's archaeological and natural wonders

Guided Group, Tailor Made Adventures

Culture
15 days Excl. Flights
From 3,399 CAD
Activity Rating - Leisurely/Moderate
4.7 / 5
 from 
133 reviews

Discover Chile

Visit four distinct regions to see deserts, glaciers, volcanoes and lakes

Guided Group, Tailor Made Adventures

Culture
13 days Excl. Flights
From 6,475 CAD
Activity Rating - Leisurely/Moderate
4.6 / 5
 from 
40 reviews
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Activities in South America

Culture
Walking
Cycling
Wildlife
Family

Top Four South America trips

1. The Rainbow Mountains of Ausangate, Peru: This off-the-beaten-track region offers travellers the only lodge-based trek in Peru; the local Andean communities are lodge shareholders, meaning they benefit directly from tourist stays. Peru’s Cordillera Vilcanota is home to the spectacular rainbow mountains, with multicoloured stripes of rock, and the sacred mountain of Ausangate – deeply revered among the Andean communities.

2. The Lost City of Choquequirao, Peru: This is a chance to visit an incredible Inca fortress, without the crowds. Characterised by llama-decorated terraces and surrounded by the towering snow-capped peaks of the Cordillera Vilcabamba, it's one of the largest and best-preserved Inca sites after Machu Picchu, but much less well known. 

3. Trekking Highlights of Chile: Experience the contrasts of Chile while walking on volcanic slopes, over salt lakes and along glacial valley trails. Get away from the crowds in the Atacama Desert by trekking amid the natural springs and cacti of Guatin Valley.

4. The Avenue of the Volcano, Ecuador: For a country about the size of England, Ecuador manages to pack a mighty punch. This eye-opening trip delves into its fiery heart: the glacial peaks of its Andean volcanoes. It’s a challenging week, but if you’ve the stamina, Ecuador's got the views. And when the rewards include reviving hot-spring baths, reaching crater lakes seems all the sweeter.

 

 

Where adventure begins

The desire to explore what our amazing planet has to offer is what our company was built on. We began life in 1974, when two good friends decided to combine forces to put on an overland truck to reach the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan – the world’s most inaccessible great monument.

Fast forward to today, and helping people share the same experiences continues to drive us forward.

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