Jose and Monica, the dynamic leaders of Yampu Tours, embarked on a remarkable adventure through Chile in October 2024. Their itinerary was a masterclass in exploring the country’s diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unparalleled luxury. From the vibrant streets of Santiago to the serene shores of Easter Island and the rugged beauty of Patagonia, their journey showcased the best […]

As 2025 approaches, it’s time to start planning where your travels will take you. Whether you’re seeking adventure in the great outdoors, cultural immersion, or peaceful escapes, the world offers a plethora of options. Here’s a month-by-month guide to inspire your journeys across some of the most beautiful places in South America, Scandinavia, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Oceania.  January: […]

In this day in age, sometimes a quick google search provides a match made in heaven… I found Yampu Tours online for our trip to Patagonia in February 2019. We were able to design the tour to exactly what we wanted to do during our travels. The cost was less than National Geo and other well-respected travel companies. Karolina, our […]

Our Tour Consultants are excited to announce that children can experience the wonders of Patagonia for free! Children who are traveling with a parent to Patagonia on 2018 December departures can cruise the southernmost region of the world at no additional cost! Take an amazing journey to the “uttermost end of the earth” with the whole family on modern expedition cruise […]

A recipe for Happiness 3 destinations, 7 nights (2 nights free!)   Ingredients Method Mix the ingredients in any order and save up to $2,340 per couple* on the ultimate South American experience. Contact one of our Tour Consultants today to get cooking! (*)Valid for stays between July 2018 and March 2019. Based on double occupancy. Join our newsletter for more […]

After exploring some of the best parts of Peru, I flew to Buenos Aires, Argentina and had the morning to myself to relax before my walking tour of the city. On the tour, I visited several neighborhoods such as the center of the city, San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero and Palermo, with stops in Plaza de Mayo, Caminito and […]

Patagonia is one of the most diverse regions in South America with some of the most dazzling scenery in the world. Its rugged landscapes span across southern Chile and Argentina, offering visitors a distinct view of glaciers, grassland, Andean mountains, desert, and even vineyards fed by natural snowmelt irrigation. Such impressive surroundings invite the adventurous to interact and engage with […]

We polled our staff for their favorite “Rooms With a View” in Latin America, and these are the accommodations which made our cut…. Our “Sweet Sixteen”: PERU Sanctuary Lodge, Machu Picchu — the only hotel adjacent to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. It offers its guests exceptionally easy access from early morning to late afternoon, when most of […]

Yampu is offering a tremendous 15% discount off of Patagonia and Adventure tours booked during the month of September, 2016. Simply contact one of our tour consultants and book your adventure today! US Toll-free: 1-888-926-7801

Hotel Las Torres offers an opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful and breath-taking places on the planet, Torres del Paine National Park. Stay 5 nights for the price of 4 for stays between September 15th through December 20th, 2016. Las Torres prides itself on showcasing authentic Patagonian life and culture.  Experience an authentic Patagonian […]

Expedition cruising or soft-adventure cruising to places like the Amazon, Patagonia, Antarctica and the Galapagos is a travel trend Yampu embraces. Enjoy a level of comfort and sophistication of cruising with more food options, and cabins with balconies and suite accommodations to places such as the Peruvian Amazon. Voyages in the Indian Ocean, including Thailand, Myanmar (Bagan) and more seldom-visited […]

I thought I was going to Calafate to see Glaciers and Icebergs but after electing to stay in a Calafate Estancia, I got so much more out of this region!  During our Argentina tour we stayed in the Estancia Alta Vista and arrived in the afternoon greeted by a beautiful sheepdog named Queen.  We went in April, and even though […]