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ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICA offers a variety of cultural and outdoor adventure-orientated, hiking, biking, and multi-activity guided adventure tours around Costa Rica, Peru, the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador and Patagonia.

ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICA allows you to experience our unique blend of physical activities, friendly guides, and legendary service, in some of the most awe inspiring parts of the world - Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands!

We run the most active adventure tours in South America. But you don't have to be an athlete to enjoy our hiking vacations - our trips are designed for people with reasonable level of fitness and interest in outdoor activities. Along with our regular tours in South America, we also run family adventures with fantastic activities and cultural experiences no matter what your age. You'll enjoy some of the best hiking in Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Patagonia along with other heart pumping activities like cycling, rafting, sea kayaking, and snorkeling/diving in the Galapagos Islands. We'll spend less time traveling in a vehicle and more time hiking, biking and paddling in the great outdoors in South America. You'll also get to meet the locals, eat fantastic food and sleep well in some unique locations. If you've always wanted to dive in the Galapagos or sea kayak Lake Titicaca, hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or walk through the rainforests of Costa Rica, you'll love our trips. If cycling down a high volcano in Ecuador, sea kayaking the Tortuguero canals of Costa Rica, or multi day hiking in Torres Del Paine is on your "to do" list, we'll take there and beyond the beaten path on the best active vacations in South America!

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Between now and January 31 2009 We’re offering a $600 discount on our world class Rimu trip in New Zealand’s South Island for trips between January and May 2009. Visit our New Zealand site to find out more... www.activenewzealand.com
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jaguar Hiking in PeruBiking in PeruSea Kayaking in PeruJungle wildlife in Peru 14 days - peru
10-day option
7 day option
US$3399
US$2799
US$2399
Our action packed Jaguar adventure tour explores the far reaches of Peru, combining the best that this amazing South American country has to offer. Hike through ancient ruins in the Sacred Valley of the Incas before embarking on the Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu, hike through virgin Amazon rainforest, and cycle across amazing Andean mountain passes. Sea kayak across lake Titicaca to meet the locals at the end of the trip with a homestay on Amantani Island. For those with limited time available, the Jaguar can also be shortened to either a 7 or 10-day trip. Complete itinerary Request Information
iguana (dec-apr) Hiking in Costa RicaBiking in Costa RicaSea Kayaking in Costa RicaWhitewater rafting in Costa RicaJungle wildlife in Costa Ricasnorkelling 11 days - costa rica
8 day option

US$2799
US$2199

With almost 20% of its land area made up of National Parks, Costa Rica is an incredible place for an adventure vacation. Hike through tropical rainforest to the summit lake of the Cerro Chato Volcano after whitewater rafting the Pacuare River - one of the top 5 rafting rivers in the world. Then explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest from high above the forest canopy along a zip line, and enjoy the white sand at our very own Pacific coast secret spot - Coyote Beach! Our trip ends with rainforest hikes, kayaking and snorkelling in Cabo Blanco National Park and the amazing Curu Wildlife Reserve. Complete itinerary Request Information
condor Hiking in Chilean PatagoniaBiking in Chilean PatagoniaSea Kayaking in Chilean Patagonia 13 days - chile and argentina US$3799
Patagonia, put simply, is the hiking capital of the world… or at least it would be if we had our way! Immense craggy mountain ranges erupt straight up from colossal boulder fields, vast rivers of ice calve into deep blue lakes, and its intricate coastline is strewn with fjords and inlets. On the Condor we visit some of the most amazing places on Earth, by foot, kayak, bike and boat. We’ll have incredible views as we hike in the Fitzroy area of Argentina, trek in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park, cycle by a sinuous river outside charming El Chalten and sea kayak a breathtaking fjord. You’ll need to be in reasonable shape for this trip, but there’s no need to be a super athlete. This is a trip for real people with a passion for the outdoors. If you enjoy hiking in amazing scenery, the Condor is the trip for you! Complete itinerary Request Information
tortuga Hiking in the Galapagos IslandsBiking in the Galapagos IslandsViewing wildlife in the Galapagos Islands 10 days - galapagos islands US$2999
An adventure tour around the Galapagos Islands should be more than taking photos of wildlife from a boat! Our 10-day Tortuga trip explores some off the beaten track areas of the Galapagos Islands in ACTIVE style. Hike up Sierra Negra Volcano on Isabela Island for stunning views of the archipelago, snorkel or dive Floreana Island and Kicker Rock with friendly sea lions and sea turtles, and cycle down to the beach from the highlands of Santa Cruz Island after visiting the Galapagos giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Complete itinerary Request Information
 
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ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICA supports a variety of wildlife conservation projects on the Galapagos Islands through our membership of the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association. Click on the logo to find out more.

tucan Hiking in EcuadorBiking in EcuadorWhitewater rafting in EcuadorJungle wildlife in Ecuador 12 days - ecuador US$2999
Ecuador is often overlooked by most looking for an adventure tour in South America. On our Tucan trip you'll find a country bursting at the seams with awesome scenery and exciting adventure activities. Hike through serene cloud forest and high country volanic plateaus, cycle down the highest active volcano in the world and through stunning river valleys, and explore the Amazon rainforest on foot, in a rivertube and canyoning the surrounding waterfalls. Complete itinerary Request Information
quetzal (may-nov) Hiking in Costa RicaBiking in Costa RicaSea Kayaking in Costa RicaWhitewater rafting in Costa RicaJungle wildlife in Costa Ricasnorkelling costa rica 11 days - costa rica
8-day option
US$2799
US$2199
Lying between the Caribbean Sea and the vast Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica experiences beautifully warm weather all year round, with tropical rain in some areas from April to November. It's dry in many places during this time though, and is the best time of year to raft the world famous Pacuare River, sea kayak Tortuguero National Park, hike and search for sea turtles on the Caribbean coast, and hike the tropical rainforests around Arenal Volcano. We'll also hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest, explore the Curu Wildlife Reserve on the Pacific coast and sea kayak to stunning tropical islands. Complete itinerary Request Information
capybara family trip Family Hiking in PeruFamily sea kayaking in PeruJungle wildlife in Peru 11 days - peru Adult fare US$2499
Child fare (15 and under) US$2299
Our 11 day Capybara is an incredible adventure in Peru for the whole family. We'll explore the Amazon rainforest looking for monkeys and macaws, stay with a local family on Amantani Island after sea kayaking on Lake Titicaca, and hike to the Salineras salt pans above the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We'll meet llamas and alpacas near Cuzco, soak in hot springs, and visit the amazing Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. Complete itinerary Request Information
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"WARNING: Travel with Active South America is NOT just a holiday, it's life changing! You explore the wonders of a new country while discovering new strengths in yourself. It's a very rewarding experience and one I would recommend to anyone."
Maryanne Sheth (United Kingdom) Aug 2008 Quetzal
GUIDE OF THE MONTH

ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICA adventure travel guideRachel Haas

"Rachel was great. She's a really enthusiastic guide and did everything she could to ensure that we all had a good time, and kept the group in good spirits the whole time. No one was ever left behind or hurried on parts of the trip that they found difficult, which is a very important factor. Rachel is very good at her job and is really in her element heading this kind of trip. 10 out of 7!"
Dawn Williams (Heidelberg,Baden-Württemberg,Germany)
Jul 2008 Jaguar

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