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Melting pot of Afro-Brazilian, indigenous and Portuguese cultures. Priceless collection of Baroque and colonial architecture. Mingling with the locals. Unique regional cuisine.

Great beaches, huge tropical forest and natural beauty. Corcovado & Sugarloaf mountains. "World Capital of Architecture". Hiking. Great dining.

Largest Falls on Earth. Voted as one of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" by over 100 million people. Located in the midst of a tropical rainforest.

Ecologically sustainable jungle explorations for all ages. Exclusive private tours: hiking and learning survival techniques, Amazonian dolphins, meeting the locals, and more.

Very exclusive island, featuring the #1 beach in the world on Trip Advisor. Ideal for lovers of marine wildlife. Snorkeling, scuba diving (even for non-divers), boat riding, hiking, and more.

Very exclusive upscale lodge in the largest wetlands on Earth. Best wildlife spotting in the Americas. Top spot in the world to see jaguars. Unique mammal and bird species. Safaris, hiking and canoeing.

Gigantic cosmopolitan metropolis, melting pot of cultures. Largest Japanese colony outside Japan. World-class dining.
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"Extraordinary tour company. Exploration Journeys is entirely faultless. Fred is world-class in organising and customising itineraries to explore Argentina; no request is too small or big!"
"Over the years we have travelled to over 30 countries, and organization of this tour by EJ is certainly one of the best (if not the best) we have experienced."
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Brazil is the fifth-largest country on the planet, stretching from the deep Amazon rainforest — the most biodiverse ecosystem on earth — across more than 4,500 miles of Atlantic coastline. Inside its borders sit one of the New 7 Wonders of the World (Christ the Redeemer), two of the New 7 Wonders of Nature (the Amazon and Iguazu Falls), the largest wetland on earth (the Pantanal, ten times the size of the Everglades), the largest collection of Baroque and Colonial architecture in Latin America (Salvador), and Fernando de Noronha, an island whose Sancho Bay has been voted the #1 beach in the world by TripAdvisor users six separate years. Pick a destination below to start exploring — and let’s start designing your trip.
The mighty Iguazu Falls are a spectacle unlike any other, with 275 cascading waterfalls creating one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders on Earth. Nearly twice as tall and almost three times as wide as Niagara Falls, their sheer power and beauty are mesmerizing.
Recognized as one of the “New Seven Wonders of Nature” in a global competition with over 100 million voters, they have also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site for their ecological and geological significance.
Crashing through the heart of a tropical rainforest, Iguazu Falls creates a breathtaking natural spectacle, an unmissable destination to visit!
Rio de Janeiro has been chosen the #1 tourist destination in South America by millions of voters on Trip Advisor in 2017, and has been declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations for its natural and artistic beauty. Also, the city has been declared the first World Capital of Architecture by the UNESCO and the Council of the International Union of Architects in 2019, as a recognition to the architectural treasures that show the city’s culture and history since the 16th century.
From the top of the Corcovado mountain, you can enjoy some of the most awe-inspiring panoramic views of the "Cidade Maravilhosa" (the Marvelous City, as Rio is commonly known) and to amaze yourself with the “Christ the Redeemer” statue, Rio’s most renowned icon and one of the winners of the "New 7 Wonders of the World" worldwide competition in which more than 100 million votes were cast. The natural setting of Rio features the largest natural reserve in the world within an urban setting, imposing mountains and lagoons, beautiful beaches, and also a quaint historic (and also hip) neighborhood that harbors beautiful remnants from Brazil’s Imperial past (Brazil was the only Empire ever in the Americas). Rio also offers world-class dining in a variety of cuisines and a vast array of delicious and exotic fruits and natural juice (arguably the largest variety in the world!).
Salvador da Bahia has been declared “Cultural Heritage of Humanity” by the UNESCO, and in 2018 it was selected by Lonely Planet as one of the top 10 regions in the world to visit. Once the largest city in Brazil, as well as its first capital, it is home to the largest collection of Baroque and Colonial architecture in all of Latin America. Having once been the largest slave trade market in the Americas (7 times more slaves from Africa have been brought to this city alone, than to the entire United States), it remains to this day the epicenter of Afro-Brazilian heritage for all things music, dance and religion. Bahia’s local cuisine is a unique and tasty blend of Portuguese, native Brazilian and African flavors and aromas that’s not to be missed.
Exclusive haven for marine wildlife and home to the #1 beach in the world
The exclusive island of Fernando de Noronha features the #1 beach in the world, as voted by millions of travelers on Trip Advisor in 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2019; and has been designated Natural Heritage of Mankind by the UNESCO for being a haven for marine wildlife. Its unbeatable climate year-round, breathtaking landscapes and rich marine wildlife make it a unique place to enjoy beach hopping, snorkeling, scuba diving and boating. Enjoy swimming among a collection of multi-colored fish and sea turtles, admiring Spinner Dolphins (which can spin up to an impressive 7 times in a single jump!) while you witnessing a picture-perfect, orange and tangerine imbued sunset.
The most bio-diverse ecosystem on Earth, chosen as one of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" by over 100 million voters
The Amazon Rainforest has been elected one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature by over 100 million voters worldwide, and declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations. The Amazon is the most biodiverse ecosystem on Earth: 20% of all birds on the planet live there, in a single hectare you can find as many different species of trees as in the entire United States and Canada, and its river has more species of fish than all the rivers of Europe combined. It is also, by far, the greatest and most valuable source of oxygen and fresh water on our planet.
In the Amazon jungle you can hike across the thick forest while learning jungle survival techniques and appreciating some of the amazing properties of unique plant species. You can also enjoy jungle navigations, surrounded by the constant cacophony of chirping and singing produced by birds, insects and animals. Also you can meet villagers and learn about their lifestyle, and embark on nighttime navigation adventures in search of caimans.
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The travel booklet Exploration Journeys put together for us that included our hotel information, excursions, flights, tips, etc., was invaluable.
Exploration Journey did everything they said they would do, and more!
"When our son decided to spend a college semester studying abroad in Buenos Aires, we thought it would a great opportunity to tour Argentina with him after his classes completed. None of us had been to Argentina previously; after doing some research, it became quite clear to us that it was a big country with many different and unique areas - we had no idea how to even start planning our visit! Our goal was to see and experience as much of the country as possible in 12 days without doing too much or too little.
We found Exploration Journeys online and chose them after lots of Internet searches - we really liked the ability to choose from the various itineraries/excursions listed and modify for our interests. From initial contact, Fred was always so quick to respond to our questions and provided helpful recommendations as we developed and put the final touches on our itinerary.
Our trip started in Buenos Aires (we relied on our son to be our "tour guide" there), and then we went on to visit:
Iguazu: Took a private tour of the Argentinian side of the falls, including a boat ride close to the falls - thrilling! Due to high water levels, our originally scheduled boat tour was cancelled, but Fred provided complimentary upgrades so we could start the boat ride in a different area of the falls to make sure we did not miss out on this experience.
Ushuaia: Our tour guide on the Hiking and Canoeing to the Ends of the Earth Tour was very personable and the views were spectacular. They provided lunch, well earned after our morning hike, was excellent and fueled us for our afternoon canoe trip in the National Park.
El Calafate: The Multi Adventure on the Perito Moreno Glacier was one of our favorites - trekking on a glacier was exhilarating!
Bariloche: The Panoramic Images of Bariloche and the VIP Navigation in the Lakes Regions tours proved once again how beautiful Argentina was. Note that Bariloche also has amazing chocolate shops - not to be missed.
Communications from Fred during our trip could not have better - each excursion, hotel, and transfer were provided flawlessly and we were always kept informed of pick-up times and any changes along the way (including currency rate changes that occurred while we were there when Argentina installed their new President). Airline web check-ins/boarding passes were completed for us, when possible, and we had some unique requests that were also executed perfectly - it was wonderful to be taken care of so well! The travel booklet Exploration Journeys put together for us that included our hotel information, excursions, flights, tips, etc., was invaluable.
We are so glad we used Exploration Journeys to help plan our trip to Argentina, and highly recommend them - we could not have put such a comprehensive and well organized trip together by ourselves without their expertise. Exploration Journeys did everything they said they would do, and more!"
Staying for 3 nights, with 1 tour included
Transfer in private vehicle to Buenos Aires Airport.
Staying for 2 nights, with 2 tours included
Flight arrival in Iguazu.
Transfer to your hotel. This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).





Witness the Unique Power & Might of the Iguazu Falls from the Argentine Side (private tour)
Walk into the roar of Iguazu Falls, where rainforest boardwalks bring you close to an immense wall of falling water. Nearly twice as tall as Niagara and almost three times as wide, the falls reportedly moved Eleanor Roosevelt to exclaim, “Poor Niagara!”
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, Iguazu is a natural spectacle worthy of its worldwide acclaim.
Its 275 waterfalls can unleash almost 3.5 million gallons (13 million liters) per second—enough to fill five Olympic swimming pools.
Around the falls, the Atlantic rainforest shelters more than 2,000 plant species, about 400 bird species and 80 kinds of mammals—a living world that makes the setting as remarkable as the waterfalls.
This is a full-day private tour.





A Speedboat Adventure Up-Close the Iguazu Falls
Feel the roar of Iguazu Falls from the river as our speedboat races toward the falls and their drenching spray. This exhilarating, close-up encounter offers a completely different perspective from the one you get along the boardwalks.
See the San Martin and Three Musketeers falls up close, with the high point a shower of mist from mighty San Martin Falls.
This is a 12-minute group tour and is done on the same day you do the Argentinean side of the falls tour. This tour has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).
Transfer in group vehicle to Iguazu airport.
Staying for 2 nights, with 1 tour included
Flight arrival in Ushuaia. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).










A Trekking and Canoeing Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, a wilderness larger than the city of Chicago. Its forests, lakes and remote shores capture the extraordinary feeling of being at the Ends of the Earth.
Trek the beautiful coastal path, then paddle clear waterways toward Lapataia Bay. Here, Argentina’s Route 3 reaches the southern end of the Pan-American Highway, a road system stretching all the way to Alaska.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Transfer in private vehicle to Ushuaia airport.
Staying for 2 nights, with 1 tour included
Flight arrival in El Calafate. Transfer in group vehicle to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).












Conquering the Mighty Perito Moreno Glacier!
Discover your inner adventurer as you explore and conquer one of the world’s most awe-inspiring and unique glaciers: The Perito Moreno. This splendid ice giant showcases its mighty glory in the Patagonian Glaciers National Park, which has been declared Mankind’s Natural Heritage site by UNESCO. The park’s vast size not only gives it the distinction of being the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica and Greenland, but also that of being the third largest fresh water reserve on the planet.
Strap on your crampons and step onto the glacier, exploring a world of sculpted ice beneath your feet.
A boat ride and the panoramic boardwalks reveal the glacier from the water and from shore, completing an extraordinary day on and around the ice.
This is a full-day group tour and has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).
Transfer in group vehicle to El Calafate airport.
Staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included
Flight arrival in Bariloche. Transfer in group vehicle to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).





Panoramic Images of Gorgeous Bariloche
Deep-blue lakes. Snow-capped Andes. Bariloche at its most spectacular. Discover the mountain scenery surrounding Nahuel Huapi Lake, including a panorama National Geographic rated among the world’s ten most beautiful views.
This is a half-day group tour.








Navigating the Nahuel Huapi Lake & Exploring the Victoria Island and the Myrtle Forest
Sail across the blue waters of Nahuel Huapi Lake, framed by the snow-capped Andes. From the boat’s upper-deck VIP cabin, take in sweeping views in a more exclusive setting.
On Victoria Island, explore forests steeped in history and watch for wildlife. Then enter the enchanting Myrtle Forest, where smooth, cinnamon-colored trees create a landscape straight out of a storybook.
This shared cruise lasts approximately six hours, with group port transfers and self-guided shore visits. Lunch with beverages is included.
Transfer in group vehicle to Bariloche airport.
Arrival in Buenos Aires and transfer to Ezeiza International Airport in private vehicle.
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