Winter (June–August) in South America is more than a calendar season. It’s a shift in perspective. A backdrop that amplifies wildlife activity, enriches atmosphere and invites quieter, deeper journeys. This travel update helps you match your ideal guests with one of the year’s most compelling windows to travel. A season for those who seek more than escape. For the Curious Explorer, it’s a time to connect.
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These are the type of guests who look deeper, stay longer and seek the kind of travel that stays with them. Curious Explorers are drawn to quieter seasons, when the world feels more open, not overcrowded.
These are your guests who:
Why the winter season is ideal for them:
Now is the time to identify your Curious Explorers.
Winter departures offer unforgettable experiences with limited availability and long-lasting storytelling moments.
Chile’s winter is full of surprises: snow-dusted Andes peaks, steaming hot springs, and the otherworldly Atacama Desert under crystal-clear skies. It’s a season of discovery, where familiar landscapes reveal unexpected beauty.
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This small-group photography expedition focuses on precision – understanding exposure in high-contrast conditions, refining composition within minimal colour palettes and working in environments where every line is defined by snow, shadow and space, all hosted by renowned photographer, Guy Wenborne.
Or if Autumn aligns more to your guests’ timings, hosted by Patagonia-based photographer Timothy Dhalleine, this small-group expedition is built for photographers who want to work in dynamic, high-contrast environments.
Explore Santiago’s most emblematic markets, sampling traditional dishes and local specialities while gaining insight into Chile’s evolving food culture. From Tirso de Molina and La Vega Central to the contemporary Mercado Urbano Tobalaba, this guided experience blends authentic flavours with a fresh perspective.
Explore nine contrasting barrios, uncovering the history, creativity, and community spirit that shape Santiago’s identity. From heritage-rich Yungay and Paris-Londres to bohemian Bellavista, design-led Barrio Italia and the leafy enclaves of the east, this guided journey offers a layered, authentic perspective on the city’s evolving character.
From the icy blue glaciers of Patagonia to the snow-dusted vineyards of Mendoza, winter in Argentina invites travellers to explore dramatic landscapes at their own pace.
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Winter in Peru is a season of contrasts. In the highlands, the Andes rise snow-capped against clear skies, while the Peruvian Amazon is dry and vibrant, perfect for wildlife spotting and river adventures. From ancient ruins to lush jungles, winter reveals Peru in its most adventurous and accessible form.
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Guests journey from Lima’s vibrant culinary scene to the Sacred Valley, the iconic citadel of Machu Picchu and the historic heart of Cusco, before boarding the &Beyond Amazon Explorer to explore the Amazon in rare comfort. Blending ancient Inca heritage with refined stays and immersive cultural encounters, this is a richly layered introduction to Peru’s past and present.
Guests begin with two nights in Lima before spending four nights aboard &Beyond Amazon Explorer, combining immersive rainforest encounters with refined comfort. From there, the journey continues to Arequipa and onward on the Belmond Andean Explorer train, including a Lake Titicaca stop, before ending in Cusco for a final night in a storied hotel stay.
&Beyond Amazon Explorer rate sheet update
The Amazon Explorer rate sheets have been updated: the 01 – 07 December closures dates have been removed.
Updated &Beyond 2026 Amazon Explorer accommodation rate sheet: Download here
Ecuador’s winter is the perfect time to explore the country’s diverse landscapes, from the towering Andes to the vibrant Amazon, and especially the Galapagos Islands, where wildlife thrives and the seas are calm. It’s a season for travellers to witness nature’s most fascinating spectacles in comfort and clarity.
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Guests begin with two nights in Quito before spending seven nights aboard the &Beyond Galapagos Explorer, exploring the Galapagos Islands by sea, shore and snorkel. The journey then continues via Lima for four nights aboard the &Beyond Amazon Explorer, pairing iconic wildlife with rare comfort across Peru’s rainforest waterways.
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