Latin America's best wildlife experiences exploring the Pantanal in Brazil for birdwatching, Peninsula Valdez in Argentina for whale watching, the Amazon rainforest for howler monkeys, toucans and macaws, the Galapagos Islands rich marine species with a friendly dispositions towards humans and the great Antarctica, remote white continent, Falklands and South Georgia, with penguins, whales and seals.
Latin America's amazing natural landscapes are home to a huge diversity of wildlife and birds. From the Amazon Rainforest to the wetlands of the Pantanal, the Galapagos Islands and the Cloud Forest of Costa Rica, there are wildlife watching opportunities to be found throughout the continent. Choose from our suggestions below, or contact us for more information or ideas.
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Find inspiration from our selection of itinerary suggestions, a great starting point for your next trip
Santiago de Chile - Torres del Paine - South Shetland Islands & Antarctica Cruise - Valparaiso, Vina del Mar & Santiago
An epic adventure avoiding long days at sea. Explore Santiago, hike in Patagonia, then fly to Antarctica for a memorable five night expedition cruise in the White Continent
Route
Santiago de Chile - Torres del Paine - South Shetland Islands & Antarctica Cruise - Valparaiso, Vina del Mar & Santiago
Landmark Tours
Yamana Tour
14 Nights from
£4,725
Buenos Aires - Valdes Peninsula - Ushuaia - Perito Moreno Glacier - Torres del Paine - Santiago
Explore massive Patagonian glaciers in windswept Tierra del Fuego and mountain trails at your leisure. Enjoy cosmopolitan cities with shops, monuments, parks, great architectu…
Route
Buenos Aires - Valdes Peninsula - Ushuaia - Perito Moreno Glacier - Torres del Paine - Santiago
Costa Rica
Natural Wonders & Character Lodges
14 Nights from
£3,066
San José - Tortuguero - Arenal - Monteverde - Manuel Antonio
Explore National Parks, home to exotic birds and wildlife in dense tropical rainforest. Stay in first class hotels and enjoy guided excursions that bring the incredible natura…
Route
San José - Tortuguero - Arenal - Monteverde - Manuel Antonio
Peru
Empire of the Sun Tour
13 Nights from
£3,019
Lima - Arequipa - Lake Titicaca/Puno - Sacred Valley - Machu Pichu - Cusco
Explore the Inca Empire including a stay in the "Sacred Valley". Take the train to Machu Picchu and along magnificent Andean landscapes from Lake Titicaca to Cusco
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Lima - Arequipa - Lake Titicaca/Puno - Sacred Valley - Machu Pichu - Cusco
Colourful weavings and busy markets of present day Mayas, grand colonial architecture, impressive Mayan pyramids in dense rainforest. Unwind on a Caribbean Barrier Reef island…
The Darwin Tour - discover Quito and enjoy a classic 7 night cruise in the Galapagos aboard the iconic M/Y Grace.
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Quito - Galapagos Cruise
Peru
Ninos Incas Family Tour
14 Nights from
£3,514
Lima - Amazon - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco
A family-oriented tour of Peru: discover ancient cultures, mountain landscapes and the diversity of the Amazon rainforest with your young explorers
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Lima - Amazon - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Peru
Chivay Tour
14 Nights from
£3,382
Lima - Arequipa - Colca Canyon - Lake Titicaca - Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Our comprehensive journey through Peru. Discover Andean landscapes, ancient civilisations, stunning ruins and the magnificent islands of Lake Titicaca
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Lima - Arequipa - Colca Canyon - Lake Titicaca - Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Costa Rica
Birdwatching Wetlands & Mountain Habitats
12 Nights from
£3,798
San Jose - Tortuguero - Arenal - Guanacaste - Nicoya
Explore unique wetlands on the Pacific coast and Tortuguero National Park, mountain landscapes and eco-systems by Arenal Volcano and continue to the mangroves and beaches of N…
Route
San Jose - Tortuguero - Arenal - Guanacaste - Nicoya
Landmark Tours
Granada Tour
18 Nights from
£4,666
Panama City - Panama Canal - San Jose - Tortuguero - Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja - Ometepe Island - Granada - Leon - Managua
Lush rainforest supports exuberant wildlife for birdwatching and the amazing Panama Canal linking two Oceans. Stay in character lodges in National Parks, mountains and coastli…
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Panama City - Panama Canal - San Jose - Tortuguero - Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja - Ometepe Island - Granada - Leon - Managua
Landmark Tours
Drake Tour
28 Nights from
£15,167
Buenos Aires - Bariloche - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - Falklands - South Georgia - Antarctica Peninsula - South Shetland - Buenos Aires
A 20-night M/S Ortelius expedition cruise exploring Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland and Antarctic Peninsula, plus Argentina's Lake District, Puerto Madryn, Ush…
Route
Buenos Aires - Bariloche - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - Falklands - South Georgia - Antarctica Peninsula - South Shetland - Buenos Aires
Brazil
Caiman Nature & Wildlife Tour
14 Nights from
£3,921
Rio de Janeiro - Pantanal - Manaus - Amazon - Salvador - Praia do Forte
Our nature and wildlife Tour of Brazil focuses on the prolific birdlife of the Pantanal wetlands and the exuberant vegetation of the Amazon rainforest
Route
Rio de Janeiro - Pantanal - Manaus - Amazon - Salvador - Praia do Forte
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Suggestions & Recommendations
Galapagos Islands
Get up close and personal with the bizarre inhabitants of the Galapagos
Osa Peninsula & Corcovado
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Tortuguero
Pantanal
Iquitos Amazon Cruises
Reach deep into the biodiverse rainforest on a luxury expedition cruise
Paracas & Ballestas Islands
Peru's Galapagos, a wildlife haven
Baja California
Baja California Peninsula in Mexico
Puerto Madryn & Peninsula Valdes
Get up close to whales and penguins on Argentina's craggy coastline
Ibera Wetlands
Glide through the open waters of a wildlife paradise
Ambergris Caye
Holidays in Ambergris Caye with Veloso Tours | Latin America Specialists
Soberania National Park
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