What is the ancient mystery behind the nearly 900 moai monoliths that dot this barren and rarely visited island? Standing 13 feet tall and weighing close to 14 tons, these stone giants represent the spirits of the warriors who fiercely protected 'Isla de Pascua.' Search for hidden petroglyphs, hike to sea caves and volcanic craters, sit in at a church service to listen to local Rapa Nui music, or find an isolated beach for an afternoon swim.

Delve into the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, one of the most spectacular trekking areas in the world. We walk among spectacular mountain peaks,including the three primary sites: Grey Glacier, Francis Valley/Paine Grande, and the Towers of Paine.

Immerse yourself in the wilds of Patagonia by land and sea. Arriving in Santiago, Chile and departing from Buenos Aires, Argentina, our circumnavigation of Patagonia combines a 5-day voyage with overland explorations led by naturalist guides in Torres del Paine, Tierra del Fuego and Los Glaciares National Parks.

Explore the wilds of Patagonia in comfort as we navigate and hike among the myriad inlets, fjords and densely forested, snow-capped mountains surrounding the Gulf of Ancud.

Explore the Andes mountains and the remote wildland of Patagonia on this active, lodge-based natural history exploration of Chile.You will have plenty of opportunities for day hikes, wildlife observation and spectacular photography.