South America Cruises and Ports of Call
South America Maps
Maps of the South American countries where cruise ships have ports of call
Carnaval Samba Parade in Rio de Janeiro
Pictures of the Carnaval Samba Parade in Rio de Janeiro, which is an exciting party held over the two nights preceding Mardi Gras each year
South America Cruise on the Silver Whisper
Detailed South America travel journal of a Silver Whisper cruise from Buenos Aires south along the coast of Argentina, through the Strait of Magellan, and north through the Chilean fjords to Valparaiso, with ports of call in Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile.
Silver Spirit - South and Central America Cruise Travel Log
Silver Spirit cruise travel log of a 14-day journey from Valparaiso, Chile to Acapulco, Mexico via Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Guatemala
Peru - Tour of Lima, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and Cusco
Peru travel journal from tour of Machu Picchu, Lima, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley
Buenos Aires - Exciting South American City and Cruise Ship Port of Call
Cruise ships sailing to South America often cruise up the Rio de la Plata River to Buenos Aires. This vibrant capital city of Argentina is an exciting port of call and cruise passengers can see much of the city in a day.
Celebrity Infinity Carnaval Cruise - Buenos Aires to Rio and Return
Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Infinity cruise from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro and return. This cruise was in Rio during the famous Carnaval, and we all had tickets! The cruise also had ports of call in Montevideo, Uruguay and Porto Belo and Buzios, Brazil.
A Day at the Estancia Santa Susana - Buenos Aires Cruise Ship Shore Excursion
Visiting an Argentine ranch (estancia) near Buenos Aires, Argentina is a cowboy lover's dream
Amazon River Cruise on the Seven Seas Mariner
Pictures from an Amazon River cruise in Brazil on the Seven Seas Mariner cruise ship
Amazon Riverboat Excursion - Alter do Chao, Brazil
Pictures of the Amazon River taken on a riverboat excursion from the Seven Seas Mariner cruise ship
Parintins, Brazil - Amazon River Town and Home of the Boi Bumba Festival
Pictures of Parintins, Brazil, a town on the Amazon River and home of the Boi Bumba Festival
Manaus, Brazil - Amazon River Cruise Ship Port of Call
Travel pictures of Manaus, Brazil on the Amazon River
Jungle Nature Trek
Pictures from a jungle nature trek shore excursion in Manaus, Brazil on the Amazon River
Devil's Island - South America Port of Call
Pictures from the old French penal colony on Devil's Island in the Salvation Islands of French Guiana off the coast of South America
Rio de Janeiro
Pictures of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil taken on a cruise to Rio for Carnaval on the Celebrity Infinity
Rio de Janeiro - Corcovado Mountain and Statue of Christ the Redeemer
Pictures of Corcovado Mountain and the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro Beaches - Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches
Pictures from Copacabana and Ipanema beaches in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro - Sugarloaf Mountain - Day Trip to Sugarloaf in Rio de Janeiro
Pictures from Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Buzios - Charming Brazilian Beach Town Near Rio de Janeiro
Pictures of Buzios, Brazil, a South America cruise ship port of call
Porto Belo, Brazil
Pictures of Porto Belo, Brazil taken on a South America cruise on the Celebrity Infinity cruise ship
Montevideo, Uruguay - South America Port of Call
Pictures of Montevideo, Uruguay
Iguazu Falls in Argentina - "Must See" in South America
Photos from Iguazu Falls National Park on the border of Argentina and Brazil in South America. Iguazu is a great pre- or post-cruise extension from Buenos Aires.
Iguazu Falls and Iguazu National Park in Brazil
Photos of Iguazu Falls and Iguazu National Park in Brazil
Tierra del Fuego - Land of Fire
Pictures from Tierra del Fuego National Park, the Train at the End of the World, and other sights nearby Ushuaia, Argentina that can be visited if you have a day in Ushuaia.
Ushuaia, Argentina - City at the End of the World
Photo gallery of Ushuaia, Argentina, the city at the end of the world near Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of South America
Lima, Peru - South America Port of Call on the Pacific Ocean
Lima is the capital of Peru, and is often included as a a South American port of call on cruises along the western coast of South America. Lima is also the gateway to Cusco and the ancient lost city of Machu Picchu.
Falkland Islands or Islas Malvinas - South American or Antarctica Cruise Ship...
The Falkland Islands, which are called Islas Malvinas by Argentina, are often included as a port of call for South American cruises or cruises to Antarctica. These fascinating islands have amazing flora and fauna, and wonderfully friendly people.
Cuzco, Peru - The Archaeological Capital of the Americas
How to spend a day in Cuzco, Peru
Cruising from Lima, Peru to Ft. Lauderdale on the RSSC Navigator
Join the About Cruises Guide on an exciting journey from the land of the Incas through the Panama Canal and across the Caribbean to Ft. Lauderdale. This article provides links to articles about the ports of call, shore excursions, and Seven Seas Navigator cruise ship.
Machu Picchu - Lost City of the Incas Photo Gallery
Machu Picchu in Peru is the most popular cruise extension for passengers embarking or disembarking in Lima, Peru. Here are some great photos of Machu Picchu from the About Guide to South America.
Cruising South America
Depending on your destination and interests, you can choose from a wide variety of ships to cruise South America. Some of the cruises are luxurious; others appeal to the hardy adventurer. Find one just right for you from the About South America Guide.
Celebrity Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises to South America.
Crystal Cruises
Crystal Cruise Line cruises to South America
Holland America to South America
Holland America features cruises to South America. Two different itineraries--one from Ft. Lauderdale through the Panama Canal to Valparaiso, Chile, and other other from Valparaiso around Cape Horn to Rio de Janeiro.
Lindblad Expeditions
Small ship cruising with lots of choices of itineraries. Informal cruise line whose emphasis is on learning and experiencing using small ships (30-110 passengers) and Zodiac boats. South American choices sound enticing.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line sails to South America during the winter months.
Seabourn
The Seabourn Pride sails on an 18 day, "Monuments of the Incas" cruise from Ft. Lauderdale to Valparaiso, Chile via the Panama Canal.
Quasar Nautica - Galapagos Expeditions
Specializes in Galapagos cruises and Ecuadorean land tours. Company has been providing small ship cruises to the Galapagos for over 12 years.
Galapagos Islands Tours and Holidays
Galapagos Holidays specializes in cruises to the Galapagos Islands and offers a wide range of yachts and cruise ships of all classes available in the Galapagos.