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Our 10 most popular South America Budget Wildlife Viewing Cruises & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 8 tour companies. 1 reviews.

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Ushuaia to Antarctica Adventure & Cruise

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Ushuaia to Antarctica Adventure & Cruise

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4.8/5

Small Ship Cruise

$16,403

13 days From$12,150

Highlights

Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the Drake Passage following the footsteps of legendary explorers.
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and experience breathtaking glaciers and icebergs.
Witness penguin colonies, humpback whales, leopard seals, and various bird species in their natural habitats.
Camp on the White Continent for one night and experience a true encounter with the Antarctic environment.
Enjoy zodiac excursions, kayak adventures and hikes on pristine islands.

$16,403

13 days From$12,150

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Cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and Islas Malvinas

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Cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and Islas Malvinas

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4.8/5

Small Ship Cruise

$22,275

19 days From$16,500

Highlights

Witness the captivating wildlife and history of the Malvinas Islands.
Discover the largest King Penguin colony in the world.
Learn about the legendary explorer Shackleton and his incredible journey.
Experience the vast white beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Navigate through the Beagle Channel, the Drake Passage, and the Southern Ocean.

$22,275

19 days From$16,500

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Antarctic Emperor Penguin Cruise

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Antarctic Emperor Penguin Cruise

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4.8/5

Small Ship Cruise

$18,630

10 days From$13,800

Highlights

Navigate from Ushuaia to Antarctica through the Beagle Channel.
Cross the Drake Passage and reach the Antarctic Continent.
Spot Emperor penguins from a helicopter or Zodiac ride.
See historic sites and currently habited bases.
Best time to travel: From November to March.

$18,630

10 days From$13,800

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Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale

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Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale

none

4.2/5

Large Ship Cruise

35 days From$5,980

Highlights

An opportunity to see virtually every landmark in Rio, with breathtaking views from Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Mountains.
Enjoy a guided drive through Montevideo to Punta del Este, the world-renowned seaside resort.
Experience the lifestyle of a Uruguayan gaucho on this visit to the Estancia La Rábida; a day of relaxation and enjoyment.
An opportunity to get to know the Argentine gaucho by participating in a real gaucho festival, with traditional music and dance.
Experience the magical End of the World Train and visit part of the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park.

35 days From$5,980

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Galapagos Birding and Photo Cruise

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Galapagos Birding and Photo Cruise

By Tropical Birding

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4.8/5

Small Ship Cruise

17 days From$9,990

Highlights

Explore galapagos islands which are a naturalist’s dream, and millions of photographs have been and fascinating finches endemic to the islands.
Visit the charles darwin research center, which has interesting exhibits on galapagos wildlife
Visit isabela island, urbina bay and have an opportunity to snorkeling and you can share the reef with galapagos penguins
Explore santiago island and visit buccaneer’s cove, which was used as pirate hideout in the 17th and 18th centuries
Enjoy while cruising to extraordinary islands and view the sea lions and other kind of wildlife

17 days From$9,990

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Across the Antarctic Circle

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Across the Antarctic Circle

By Aurora Expeditions

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4.4/5

Small Ship Cruise

11 days From$8,725

Highlights

Fly/Sail voyage means only one Drake Passage crossing
International scientific stations
Antarctic circle crossing celebrations
Reach 66° 33’ South or futher!
Penguin chicks preparing to fledge

11 days From$8,725

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Machu Picchu & the Galápagos

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Machu Picchu & the Galápagos

By Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T. Tours)

none

4.9/5

Small Ship Cruise

16 days From$5,095

Highlights

Visit Lima's National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology
See how entrepreneurial Peruvian women are turning their traditional craft into a business venture.
Visit the massive Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo
Enjoy a moving musical performance by the Sinamune Disabled Children's Orchestra
See work by local artists, and hear musicians.

16 days From$5,095

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Antarctic Peninsula Expedition

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Antarctic Peninsula Expedition

By Adventures within Reach

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5/5

Small Ship Cruise

10 days From$5,550

Highlights

Glaciers galore
Stunning icebergs the size of skyscrapers
Soaring coastal mountains (up to 9,186 ft./2.800m)
Abundant wildlife found nowhere else

10 days From$5,550

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Across the Antarctic Circleby Aurora Expeditions

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We went on the Polar Pioneer to Antarctica and it was fantastic. Now ...

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