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From the beaches and jungles of Costa Rica, through the famed Incan ruins of Peru, to the last great wilderness on earth, Antarctica, Southern Explorations is your partner in Central & South American travel.

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ANTARCTICA

ARGENTINA

A peaceful lake surrounded by mountainous landscapes under a night sky with star trails. A wooden dock extends into the lake, with a small structure at the end. The distant peaks are partially snow-covered, contrasting with the calm water and clear sky.

CHILE

A toucan with a vivid orange and black beak is perched on a branch in a lush, green forest. The bird's plumage is primarily black with white patches, and its eye is ringed with blue and yellow. Dense foliage surrounds the toucan as it looks to the side.

COSTA RICA

A bright orange and red Sally Lightfoot crab with vivid green hues on its legs sits on a wet black rock, illuminated by sunlight. Its detailed, vibrant shell and legs stand out against the rugged texture of the rock surface.

ECUADOR

Two sea turtles swimming in a vibrant blue ocean near a coral reef. The reef is teeming with various colorful corals and small fish, creating a lively underwater scene. Sunlight filters through the clear water, illuminating the marine life.

Galápagos Islands

A group of five people wearing traditional, colorful Andean clothing and hats sit on a stone wall. They have their backs to the camera and are set against a bright blue sky.

Peru & machu Picchu

A guanaco stands on rocky terrain with the dramatic, snow-capped mountains of Torres del Paine in the background under a clear blue sky. The scene captures the wildlife and rugged beauty of Patagonia, Chile.

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No one knows Latin America like Southern Explorations. Our decades of experience allows us to build and customize your ideal Latin America travel itinerary, or choose from our finely crafted private adventures and curated small-ship cruises guaranteed to meet our award-winning standards.

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A person with long hair sits on a rock, facing the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. Lush green terraces and stone structures are visible with a backdrop of towering mountains under a partly cloudy sky. A backpack is placed beside the person.

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