Kayak & Canoe Tours & Trips in South America
There's nothing like admiring the great outdoors by soaking up the serenity of a kayak tour. Paddle past the scenic landscapes of South America with 12 kayak and canoe tours ranging from 4 days to 25 days. Watch the world float by on a gratifying kayak adventure.
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10 best Kayak & Canoe South America tour packages
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- Ecuador to Galápagos: Jungle Beats & Island Heat
- Antarctica & the Falkland Islands
- Antarctica in Depth and the Weddell Sea
- Vibrant Wonders of Peru & Beyond the Antarctic Circle - Cruise & Land Journey
- Galápagos - 14 Days Adventure Trip
- Highlights of Antarctica, Argentina and Brazil - Cruise & Land Journey 2028-2029 - 21 Days
- Amazon Jungle: Manu Reserve & Ayahuasca
- Northern Patagonia Adventure
- Waorani tribe kayak expedition 7 Days
- Ecuador Treasures Bucket List 8 Days Tour
Kayak across the volcanic Quilotoa crater lake at 10,400 feet elevation after hiking down the caldera rim, then paddle through Amazon tributaries near Shandia Community Lodge. Snorkel the clear waters of Concha de Perla on Isabela Island and navigate between volcanic formations at Los Tuneles. Check out mangrove channels around Santa Cruz Island and paddle alongside sea lions at Tintoreras.
Duration 17 days Destinations Quito, Tena, Banos, Quilotoa, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Puerto Ayora, San Cristóbal Island, Lobos Island Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator G Adventures From
- US$3,199
Duration 16 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Falkland Islands, Ushuaia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $28,600
13% Off- US$24,793You save $3,807
Duration 13 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Ushuaia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $21,795
20% Off- US$17,428You save $4,367
Duration 25 days Destinations Lima, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Maras, Moray, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Buenos AiresSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From
20% Off- US$37,190
Paddle through the clear waters of Río Napa deep in Ecuador's Amazon rainforest, where over 4,000 green species tower up to 60 meters high. Navigate by canoe to see the Amazonian Basin's hidden waterways near Tena and spend two days at Las Cascadas Jungle Lodge with kayaking trips, wildlife spotting, and a tree-planting session.
Duration 14 days Destinations Quito, Papallacta, Tena, Riobamba, Ingapirca, Cuenca, Guayaquil, Puerto de El Morro, Floreana Island, Isla Plaza SurSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in Only: German Operator Chamaeleon From
20% Off- US$7,580Incl: Return flight Frankfurt
Duration 21 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, Puerto Iguazu, Buenos Aires, Ushuaia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From
20% Off- US$32,085
Kayak through the waters of Rio Tambopata in Peru's Tambopata National Reserve, paddling along the Candamo and Tavara rivers through virgin Amazon jungle. The fast-moving currents take you through untouched rainforest where there's a 20% chance of spotting jaguars and anacondas along the riverbanks.
No departure dates availableDuration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Unu Raymi Expeditions
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