Wildlife Tours in South America
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10 best South America wildlife tour packages
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- 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
- South America Getaway with Amazon, Santiago & Easter Island
- 7 Days on a Budget Galapagos Islands Tour in San Cristobal
- Galapagos Adventure (6 days)
- Inland & Amazon
- Galapagos Discovery
- Galapagos Experience
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
- US$560
Galápagos Express Adventure: Wilderness & Wildlife
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Galapagos has been one of my favorite places I've visited. Being able to see the animals in their natural habitat and interact with them was incredible.”
Chance, traveled in November 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 $4,265
10% Off- US$3,839You save $426
- 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
10% Off- US$4,399
South America Getaway with Amazon, Santiago & Easter Island
1 Review 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
- Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed historic center
- Discover Galapagos wildlife at Tijeretas Hill
- Relax or adventure on San Cristobal's beaches
Duration 7 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Ecuador Galapagos Travels From $1,560
5% Off- US$1,485You save $75
Galapagos Adventure (6 days)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The hotel was great for the price you paid - the team there are helpful & there are lots of other travellers so it's quite sociable.”
Rebecca, traveled in January 2020
- Visit Giant Tortoise reserve in Santa Cruz
- Snorkel with sea turtles and colorful fish
- Hike the active Sierra Negra Volcano
Duration 6 days Destinations Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Seymour Norte Age Range 4 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Cami Adventures From
5% Off- US$1,260
Inland & Amazon
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great tour with various activities and enough flexibility to provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy.”
Margarita, traveled in August 2022
- Meet your CEO and group in Quito
- Explore Baños with optional ziplining
- Experience life in the Amazon Jungle
Duration 14 days Destinations Quito, Banos, Tena, Papallacta, Otavalo, Cotopaxi National Park, Alausi, Cuenca Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From
5% Off- US$2,099
Galapagos Discovery
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very active tour with lots of cool activities and sites! Well organized and fun!”
Janice, traveled in January 2015
- Spectacular animals and plants
- Walking tour of Galapgos
- Snorkel with turtles and sharks
Duration 9 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,830
15% Off- US$2,406+$230 local paymentsYou save $424
Galapagos Experience
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Seeing them do what they do, and feeling a new connection to our planet was a great take-away.”
Deborah, traveled in February 2020
- Learn at the Galapagos Interpretation Center
- Snorkel with sea turtles at Tijeretas
- Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
Duration 7 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,560
15% Off- US$1,326+$230 local paymentsYou save $234
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