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South America Cruises and Ports of Call

Information on South America Cruises and Ports of Call, including Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, the Galapagos Islands, and the Amazon River.
South America Maps
Maps of the South American countries where cruise ships have ports of call
Amazon Adventure on the Seven Seas Mariner
Cruise travel journal from a South America cruise on the Amazon River on the Seven Seas Mariner cruise ship.
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
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.
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
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.
A Day at the Estancia Santa Susana - Buenos Aires Cruise Ship Shore Excursion
Visiting an estancia (ranch) near Buenos Aires, Argentina is a cowboy lover's dream--delicious barbecue, horses, dancing, and gauchos. The Estancia Santa Susana is only 70 km from Buenos Aires and is a good shore excursion option from your cruise ship.
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
Falkland Islands or Islas Malvinas - South American or Antarctica Cruise Ship Port of Call
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.
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.
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.
Salaverry and Trujillo, Peru - South American Port of Call
Salaverry, Peru is one port of call on a cruise from Lima, Peru to Fort Lauderdale via the Panama Canal on the Seven Seas Navigator.
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.
Manta, Ecuador - Cruise Ship South American Port of Call
Manta, Ecuador is near the equator and is along the coastline of the smallest country in South America. Those shopping for Panama hats might want to stopover at the market in Manta for some good buys.
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
Cunard
The Caronia has 6, 14-day to 23-day itinerary choices that include stops in South America.  Sail from Ft. Lauderdale to Valparaiso, or from Valparaiso to Rio de Janeiro, or from Ft. Lauderdale to Manaus.
Amazon River Cruise in Peru with International Expeditions
International Expeditions has been cruising the upper Amazon in Peru for almost 15 years. Their small riverboat goes far into the heart of the Amazon.
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.
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