Explore | South American Adventures
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Small Ship Galápagos | 7/10 or 17-Days Island-Hoping Expedition -
Total Galápagos | 17-Day Small Ship Expedition -
Galápagos Small Ship Voyage | 8/10 Days East to Western Islands -
Galápagos Island Hop: Santa Cruz • Floreana • Isabela (7–9 Days) -
Galápagos Express: Island Hops, Snorkelling & Sea Lions (7–9 Days) -
Patagonia Two Ways in 14-Days | Signature Sights or Serious Trails -
Edge of the Earth: Antarctica by Expedition Ship | 11-Days Ushuaia Roundtrip -
South America Unfiltered | Andes, Atacama & Salt Flats to the City Lights -
Icons of South America | Quito → Rio | Trips from 15 up to 65 Days -
Shoestring Peru: City Buzz, High Trails & Machu Picchu | 14 Days -
Riverboat to the Heart of the Amazon | 9 Days of Wildlife & Wild Waters -
Costa Rica to Colombia: 27 Days of Coasts, Coffee & Culture | San José → Medellín -
From Caribbean Sands to Andean Skies: 17 Days of Real Colombia | Cartagena → Bogotá -
Colombia Your Way | 9 or 16 Across Medellín, Cocora & the Coast -
Colombia Uncovered | Coffee, Coasts & The Lost City — 14 or 22 Days -
Amazon Immersion | 7-Day Homestay with Canoes, Cacao & Cascades -
Andes to Amazon | 21 Days of Peru’s Grand Circuit & Machu Picchu by Train -
Patagonia's Blue Heart for 9-Days | Torres del Paine & The Turquoise Lakes Circuit
South American Tours
Jungles. Peaks. Cultures older than empires.
South America is where wild landscapes and ancient stories collide. From the cloud forests of Peru to Patagonia’s jagged skyline, this continent is one long invitation to go deeper.
These tours take you beyond the postcards—whether you're trekking to hidden ruins, paddling through the Amazon, or waking to the sound of condors over the Andes. And yes, the food’s as bold as the scenery.
All tours are fully guided, environmentally responsible, and handpicked to immerse you in the raw beauty and culture of each region—without leaving a trace.
FAQ's
What kind of traveller are these tours designed for?
If you’re into off-the-beaten-path, small-group, experience-rich travel—this is for you.
These aren’t cookie-cutter trips. They’re for people who care about nature, love a bit of challenge, and value quality over quantity. Some are rugged, some are luxurious—but all are run by experts who live and breathe the places they guide in.
What happens if I need to cancel or change my booking?
Each tour follows the cancellation policy set by its operator, which is clearly listed before you book.
Zero Trace handles all your booking admin, so if your plans change, just reach out to us—we’ll coordinate directly with the operator to get it sorted. No call centre runaround, no being passed off. We’ve got your back from booking to departure.
What makes these tours “Zero Trace”?
Every tour on our platform includes a built-in environmental offset.
We calculate the footprint of each experience—from travel to food to gear—and contribute directly to landscape restoration projects that heal degraded environments (Twice Over!!).
It’s not a vague promise—it’s built into the business model. You travel, we restore.
How do I know the tours are legit and safe to book?
We only partner with & list high-quality, trusted operators.
Every tour you see on Zero Trace is run by a professional provider with proven experience, proper licensing, and strong safety practices. We don’t just take anyone—each operator is thoroughly vetted before their tours go live. You’re not just booking an adventure. You’re booking peace of mind.
Do you run the tours yourselves?
Honestly, we go one better. Assuring the best quality adventures with the best environmental outcome
We handpick the best guided adventure tours from expert local operators and bring them together in one place. Think of us as your shortcut to the world’s most unforgettable, low-impact travel experiences—without the overwhelm of researching every operator yourself.
