Central & South America Adventure Tours
Choose from our range of incredible adventure tours in Central and South America, all expertly guided and carefully designed for an unforgettable vacation.
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The MT Sobek Experience
Experience the best of Central and South America with MT Sobek, the adventure travel pioneers since 1969. Hike among Patagonia’s jagged peaks and turquoise lakes, explore the Galapagos Islands’ rare wildlife, and arrive at Peru’s legendary Machu Picchu on a half-day hike up the Inca Trail or a scenic lodge-to-lodge route. In Costa Rica, discover lush rainforests, volcanic landscapes, and abundant wildlife, balanced with stays in eco-lodges, and in Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, kayak and snorkel the pristine waters off an unspoiled island paradise. Every MT Sobek journey blends world-class adventure with cultural immersion and expert guidance, ensuring authentic, life-changing experiences. Whether you dream of Patagonia hiking trips, Galapagos adventure tours, Machu Picchu trekking, Costa Rica nature adventures, or a winter escape to Baja, MT Sobek offers unforgettable guided trips across Central and South America.
Expert Guides
Our adventures in Central and South America are guided by local professional guides, who are highly trained in safety procedures and follow Leave No Trace principles. As well as being fun and friendly, they’ll give you an immersive, insider experience—both on and off the beaten path. Many are so popular that people return to hike with them year after year!
Local Offices
MT Sobek has built close relationships with local outfitters in Central and South America for over 50 years, and has offices in both Chile and Ecuador. This ensures that our logistics are seamless from beginning to end, and gives us first-hand insights into adventure travel in the region.
Choice Accommodations
After an inspiring day of adventure, slumber in a range of accommodations that match your chosen adventure—from luxury lodges and yachts to boutique hotels and deluxe wilderness camps. We always aim to pick unique and characterful accommodations that make your trip special. Our Galapagos yachts and catamarans include the EcoGalaxy, Galaxy, and the Endemic.
Award-Winning Trips
Over the years, we’re proud that our itineraries have been honored as the “World’s Best.” Our flagship Salkantay Trail hiking adventure in Peru was selected by National Geographic Traveler as one of their “50 Tours of a Lifetime” and, most recently, MT Sobek was voted Best Adventure Company by the readers of USA Today.
Adventures for Your Skill Level
Our adventures in Central and South America include hiking in spectacular mountain terrain, including the Andes and Patagonia, rafting in Costa Rica and wildlife cruising in the Galapagos. Our trips range from easy Level 2 itineraries through to Level 5 ultimate challenges. We recommend training in advance to get the most out of your active adventure.
What Our Guests Say
It’s true that our guests say it best! Read what adventurers like you are saying about MT Sobek’s Central and South America adventures, from the expert guides and epic scenery to the insider experiences, and more.
We Are Committed to Conservation
We are proud to work closely with the Galapagos National Park to help support the long-term protection of the islands. Our annual donation to the Galapagos Conservancy seeks to preserve the fragile ecosystems and wildlife of the Galapagos—and ensure a sustainable future.
Plan Your Trip
We offer many adventures in Central and South America, and our goal is to make it easy to find the perfect itinerary for your desired destination and skill level. Here’s a handy guide from our trusted team of adventure experts.
Choose Your
Adventure
There are lots of fun ways to explore Central and South America. Popular trips include hiking adventures in Peru or Patagonia, wildlife adventures in the Galapagos or Amazon, and multi-adventures in Costa Rica. Our trips range from easy to ultimate challenge, so there is an adventure for all skill levels!
Choose Your
Style
As well as scheduled group departures, we can also accommodate private groups or create fully customized adventures. Call us on 800-974-0300 to find out more about our custom and private adventures.
Ask an Expert
We want you to have the best adventure, so don’t hesitate to call our expert team of adventure specialists at 800-974-0300 to learn more. Or click the button to use our online contact form.