South America Cruises

South America Cruise: When to go?
Ancient ruins, rainforest adventures, jungle wildlife, awe-inspiring mountain peaks, and scenic fjords can all be part of a South America cruise. Wind through the Amazon tributaries in search of pink dolphins or round the southern edge of Tierra del Fuego for its spectacular views of glaciers and steep rocky shorelines. Patagonia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Uruguay - each destination offers natural and cultural discovery. A cruise of South America combines travel to the celebrated French Polynesia, Central America, Africa's Morocco and Cape Verde, as well as the wildlife-rich Canary Islands. During your tour, you'll encounter some of the most welcoming people in the world. Travelers tour South America to see its sites – Machu Picchu, the Amazon, Torres del Paine, Easter Island – but return because of its people. Experience a lifetime of memories on your cruise to South America.

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Expedition Cruise Ships | Ice Breaker Ships | Luxury Expedition Ships | Motor Yachts | River Cruise Ships

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Ice Breaker Ships - what is this?
Kapitan Khlebnikov - Ice Breaker Ship passengers : 112 The KAPITAN KHLEBNIKOV was built in Finland in 1981 as a powerful polar class icebreaker, which has sailed to extremely remote corners of the globe. No other expedition vessel has navigated more polar waters.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
The Weddell Sea and South Georgia: Celebrating the Heroes of HMS Endurance	$21,990	30	Nov	Antarctica, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Weddell Sea
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Expedition Cruise Ships - what is this?
MV Mare Australis - Expedition Cruise Ship passengers : 129 Built in 2002, the M/V Mare Australis has 63 cabins with private facilities and panoramic windows, and offers travelers a comfortable experience with 4 decks, 2 lounges, and a restaurant that serves exquisite regional and international cuisine.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Mare Australis 4 Day/3 Night 10% OFF! All departures Oct 21, 2009 thru Dec 16, 2009 and Jan 6, 2010 thru Apr 21, 2010	$1,440	4	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Argentina, Patagonia, Cape Horn
Mare Australis 5 Day/4 Night 10% OFF! All departures Oct 17, 2009 thru Mar 27, 2010	$1,930	5	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Argentina, Patagonia, Cape Horn

MV Via Australis - Expedition Cruise Ship passengers : 129 Built in 2005, the M/V Via Australis has 64 cabins with private facilities and panoramic windows, and offers travelers a comfortable experience with 4 decks, 2 lounges, and a restaurant that serves exquisite regional and international cuisine.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
M/V Via Australis 4 Day/3 Night 20% OFF! departure on Apr 3, 10 10% OFF! All departures Sept 26, 2009 thru Apr 17, 2010	$1,440	4	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Argentina, Patagonia, Cape Horn
M/V Via Australis 5 Day/4 Night 10% OFF! All departures Sept 22 thru Dec 15, 2009 and Jan 5 thru Apr 13, 2010	$1,930	5	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Argentina, Patagonia, Cape Horn

Ocean Nova (AN) - Expedition Cruise Ship passengers : 62 The Ocean Nova (previously called Sarpik Ittuk) was built in 1992 at the Ørskov Shipyard in Frederikshavn, Denmark, to navigate the ice-choked waters off Western Greenland. The ship was upgraded in 2000 and significantly refurbished once again in 2006.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Antarctica Express Air Cruise	$3,490	5	Dec	Antarctica, Polar Circle, Antarctic Peninsula, Chile, Argentina, South Shetland Islands
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Luxury Expedition Ships - what is this?
Atmosphere - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 28 The Atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between substantial exploration capabilities and a unique and elegant style. It is equipped in every aspect to guarantee a pleasant, exciting and safe voyage through Patagonian waters.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Ultimate Fly-Fishing	$14,875	7	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Patagonia
Wildlife Adventures	$10,115	7	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Patagonia

Clelia II - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 100 To be launched in early 2009, after extensive refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Clelia II will offer the finest in small-ship cruise travel.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Jungle Rivers & Rain Forests of South America: Exploring the Amazon, Suriname, Demerara, and Orinoco	$8,995	15	Apr	Brazil, Guyana
Passage to Easter Island: An Epic Voyage from Panama to Patagonia	$17,995	38	Nov	Central America, Chile, Peru, Panama, Argentina, Patagonia
The Historic Coast of South America: A Voyage from the Rio Plata to the Amazon $1,500 OFF! departure on Mar 1, 10 $2985 OFF! departure on Mar 1, 10 $2995 OFF! departure on Mar 1, 10	$15,995	22	Mar	Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina
The Historic Coast of South America: A Voyage from the Rio Plata to the Amazon: Part I $1,000-$2,000 OFF! departure on Mar 1, 10	$8,995	11	Mar	Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina
The Historic Coast of South America: A Voyage from the Rio Plata to the Amazon: Part II $1000-$2000 OFF! departure on Mar 11, 10	$9,995	13	Mar	Brazil
The Mighty Amazon: A 2,000-Mile Voyage from the Atlantic to the Peruvian Rain Forest	$8,995	16	Mar, Apr	Brazil, Peru, Colombia

Corinthian II - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 114 The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere. She accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each affording sea views and elegantly appointed with a sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and other amenities.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Southern Seas, Southern Skies: Voyage from South America to South Africa $5000 OFF! departure on Feb 25, 10	$16,995	22	Feb	Africa, Falkland Islands, Argentina, South Africa, Tristan de Cunha

Minerva - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 198 The Minerva brings a rare touch of comfortable, informal refinement to Antarctic travel. This ship is formerly known at the 'Explorer II' (before June 2008).
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands from Buenos Aires	$9,695	19	Dec	Antarctica, Falkland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula

MV Le Boreal - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 199 A new era of comfort & style to Antarctic exploration. Newly built for 2010, 'Le Boreal' is the newest all-balcony stateroom & suite vessel in Antarctica. Explore with the right balance of on-board amenities and full-fledged wilderness excitement.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands 20% OFF! departures on Dec 18, 10 / Jan 3, 11 50% OFF! departure on Dec 18, 10	$15,795	18	Jan, Dec	Antarctica, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctic Peninsula, Chile, Argentina, Drake Passage
Classic Antarctica 20% OFF! departure on Dec 8, 10	$9,995	12	Dec	Antarctica, Chile, Argentina, Drake Passage

Prince Albert II - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 132 Embark on a luxurious expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world aboard Prince Albert II, a purpose-built expedition ship unlike any other, designed to navigate both of earth's polar waters.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Chile to Ushuaia, Argentina	$8,195	12	Oct	Chile, Argentina
Costa Rica to Chile	$10,895	18	Oct	Central America, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica

Spirit of Oceanus - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 120 One of our most spacious and luxurious ocean going vessels. Equipped with stabilizers, the Spirit of Oceanus opens up whole new horizons for our style of up-close, casual small-ship cruising.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
In the Wake of the Bounty: Easter Island to Papeete	$11,895	18	Nov	South Pacific, Chile, Easter Island, Pitcairn Islands
Natural Wonders of the New World: Panama to Guayaquil	$4,995	11	Oct	Central America, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica
Sojourn to Easter Island: Guayaquil to Easter Island	$3,895	10	Oct	South Pacific, Chile, Ecuador, Easter Island

Wind Star - Luxury Expedition Ship passengers : 148 Wind Star is a 148 passenger luxury small ship with casual attire, boasting rich wood interiors, attentive service staff, intimate surroundings and exceptional signature cuisine. Bask in luxury while exploring worldwide destinations.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Costa Rica to St Martin	$4,499	16	Mar	Caribbean, Central America, Panama, Costa Rica, Nevis, St. Martin, Colombia
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Motor Yachts - what is this?
Cahuella - Motor Yacht passengers : 8 This cozy motor yacht, with a roomy living area and just four double cabins, is perfect for cruising among the islands and peninsulas of the beautiful Patagonian fjords.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Natural Majesty of the Pumalin Fjords and Hot Springs	$840	4	Mar, Apr	Chile, Patagonia
Pumalin Fjords & the Wonders of the Chiloe Archipelago	$1,775	6	Feb, Mar, Apr	Chile, Patagonia
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River Cruise Ships - what is this?
Manatee - River Cruise Ship passengers : 30 The Manatee Amazon Explorer is an intimate way to explore the great Amazon--it holds just 30 passengers, and is a stunning example of jungle comfort and luxury.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Amazon Discoveries: Search for the Pink Dolphin	$1,194	8	Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Peru, Ecuador, Amazon
Amazon Exploration: Search for the Pink Dolphin	$679	5	Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Ecuador, Amazon
Amazon Exploration: Search for the Pink Dolphin	$508	4	Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Ecuador, Amazon

MV Aqua - River Cruise Ship passengers : 24 The new MV Aqua, with its over-sized guest suites and panoramic windows, is the first true luxury vessel to ever cruise the northern Amazon.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Luxury Amazon	$2,250	4	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Peru, Amazon
Luxury Amazon	$3,000	5	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Peru, Amazon
Luxury Amazon	$5,250	8	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Peru, Amazon

Tucano - River Cruise Ship passengers : 18 The expeditionary cruise vessel Tucano has comfortable cabins with large beds and private baths and is air-conditioned throughout. With small groups, trained naturalist guides, and thoughtful itineraries, the Tucano offers a thrilling Amazon experience.
Itineraries	Prices from	Days	Month	Destinations
Voyage to the Heart of the Amazon	$2,400	8	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec	Brazil, Amazon
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