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Small-Group

Our small-group expeditions take you on journeys through some of the world’s greatest manmade and natural wonders, together with a select few like-minded travelers, under the steadfast care of your expert support team who handle all details along the way.

Exclusive

Our bespoke small-group expeditions match you with exclusive guides in each destination, who skillfully curate the ideal on-the-ground travel experience for your party. Marvel at the upgraded travel experience an expert, hand-picked guide can provide.

Exploratory

Our carefully developed exploratory trekking experiences put economic value on vulnerable natural and cultural heritage along the Great Inca Trail road network. These small-group hiking tours bring you on a transformative quest through largely unvisited, historic lands.

Small-Group Tours

Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu Exclusive

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Sacred Valley, before exploring the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu and then returning to Cuzco, the...

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Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu Exclusive

7 days starting from $2,690 per person

Galapagos Highlights

This 7-day small-group Galapagos Highlights Expedition allows you to take in the sights and sounds of vibrant and historical Quito, before heading...

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Galapagos Highlights

7 days starting from $4,290 per person

The Grand Tour of the Andes

SA Expeditions invites you on an epic trekking journey along the most pristine – and least-traversed – sections of the Great Inca Trail, the...

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The Grand Tour of the Andes

20 days starting from $14,900 per person

Small Group Guides

Ultimate destination guides written by experts with firsthand in-country experience highlighting must-know travel tips to make your trip a success.

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Why traveling on a small group tour is so special

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Five ways to travel with more purpose

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Exploring the wonders of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands

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Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“SA Expeditions is the best company to work with. Our family has taken 4+ vacations with them - all to South and Central America - and each has been spectacular. They make it so easy and book beautiful accommodations and incredible experiences...”
— Elana Schoenbrum

31 Aug, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“Adam Laughter and SA expeditions planned an amazing, once in a lifetime trip for family. The plans were complex involving family members arriving at different times, etc.. The team was professional, responsive and knew the area really well. We...”
— Nadia Ismail

04 Aug, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“My experience with SA Expeditions has been reliably excellent. We traveled to the Amazon and the Galapagos July 2023. Claudia planned the trip with care and all tours, guides, accommodations were wonderful. The Napo Wildlife Eco-Lodge was...”
— Toniann and Gene Schultz

28 Jul, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“I had one of the most memorable travel experiences, that SA Expeditions carefully crafted to my personal preferences, during my solo trip in Peru! I expressed my interest to Adam Laughter in wanting to do nature, adventure, and indulgence in...”
— Layan Kutob

08 Jul, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“Our trip to Cuzco and Machu Picchu was fabulous! Julia at SA Expeditions was friendly, informative, and very helpful with the planning. We were with a group of friends and family and she customized each of our trips while ensuring we were all...”
— David Smith

30 Jun, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“The guide that met us at the airport and provided us with transportation and a tour of Quito was outstanding. The flights were great, no issues whatsoever. The boat was dated and lost an engine early in the trip but the crew and naturalist more...”
— Rick Setzer

27 Jun, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“My husband and I went to Peru for our 5-year wedding anniversary. We wanted to do something outdoorsy but also relaxing and romantic. We chose Peru for its beautiful culture, incredible food, and unbeatable excursions. Our trip planner, Julia, and...”
— Tess Rex

22 Jun, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“We hiked the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with SA Expeditions and it was an incredible experience. They took care of all the moving pieces, including all the many tickets and permits and all the transportation we needed over two days. Our...”
— Sarah Strochak

16 Jun, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“SA Expeditions provided us an excellent customized tour -- for two of us for five days -- to Lima-Cuzco-Machu Picchu ! This was followed by a two-day trip to Port Maldonado in Amazon rainforest. Great trip lasting over a week!!”
— Amod Ogale

13 Jun, 2023

Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews

“The trip was fantastic, beyond amazing. Much of it due to all the work Julia put in arranging everything! The things that stand out for me are the hotels, especially the hotel in Cusco, which we LOVED, the seemingly seamless transfers from place...”
— Valerye Strochak

12 Jun, 2023

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