South America in December expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does South America in December cost?
Sailings to South America in December in our inventory embark from Baltra, Ushuaia, Baltra Airport and Quito. Voyages to South America in December in our inventory start from $1000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to South America in December?
Itineraries to South America in December start from 3 nights.
When do voyages to South America in December depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in December.
Which December departures to South America are on sale now?
Upcoming departures in our inventory: 1 December 2026 aboard Galapagos Sea Star (Royal Galapagos, 5 nights); 1 December 2026 aboard World Voyager (Quark Expeditions, 7 nights, from $17,000); 1 December 2026 aboard Natural Paradise (Royal Galapagos, 7 nights, from $9,000); 1 December 2026 aboard Galaxy Sirius (Galaxy Cruises, 4 nights); 1 December 2026 aboard EcoGalaxy (Galaxy Cruises, 4 nights, from $3,000); 2 December 2026 aboard Coral I & Coral II (GO Galápagos, 4 nights, from $2,000); 2 December 2026 aboard Coral I & Coral II (GO Galápagos, 7 nights, from $3,000); 2 December 2026 aboard Coral I & Coral II (GO Galápagos, 11 nights, from $5,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How much of the season for South America falls in December?
550 of the 4649 departures to South America currently on sale leave in December, operated by GO Galápagos, Lindblad Expeditions, Galaxy Cruises, Royal Galapagos, Quark Expeditions and Ponant among others.
Which cruise lines sail to South America in December?
Operators in our inventory offering departures to South America in December include GO Galápagos, Lindblad Expeditions, Galaxy Cruises, Royal Galapagos, Quark Expeditions and Ponant, among others.
How many departures to South America in December are on sale, and when do they leave?
550 scheduled departures to South America in December are currently on sale, with sailing dates in December.
How long are itineraries to South America in December?
Itineraries to South America in December in our inventory range from 3 to 22 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for South America in December, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to South America in December in our inventory is 7 nights, and December has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in South America in December?
Ships sailing South America in December in our inventory include Coral I & Coral II (GO Galápagos, 56 guests), Galapagos Legend (GO Galápagos, 100 guests), National Geographic Endeavour II (Lindblad Expeditions, 96 guests), National Geographic Gemini (Lindblad Expeditions, 48 guests) and National Geographic Islander II (Lindblad Expeditions, 48 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to South America in December embark?
Departures to South America in December in our inventory embark from Baltra, Ushuaia, Baltra Airport and Quito.
Which places feature on itineraries to South America in December?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Santa Cruz Island, San Cristobal Island, Isabela Island, Española Island, Floreana Island, Santiago Island, Buenos Aires and North Seymour Island. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.
Are any South America in December departures discounted right now?
Yes: 162 of the South America in December departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 50%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for South America in December voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in South America in December, deposits are refundable in full until 121 to 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for South America in December compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: GO Galápagos from $1000, Royal Galapagos from $2000, Galaxy Cruises from $2000, Lindblad Expeditions from $5000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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