
South America offers travellers a range of cruise destinations. From the glitter of Rio and Buenos Aires to the penguins and whales of the Straits of Magellan, to the Amazon and the Galapagos. South America is a destination of opposites, and one of the most exciting destinations in the world.
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Types of South American Cruises
There are three main types of South America Cruises:
2. Specialty Cruises
3. Explorer Cruises
Cruise Seasons
Major cruise lines visit this continent between September and March. For cruises that sail round Cape Horn this is the southern summer and in general cruise ships that do South American itineraries return to Europe or Alaska for the northern summer cruise season. Specialty cruises operate year-round.
Getting to your South American Cruise
Business Class special offers to South America do provide the option of greater comfort.
Something Special – Silversea Galapagos
Ultra luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has its special purpose ship The Silver Origin permanently stationed in the Galapagos Islands.
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