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A hummingbird can fly 6,000 miles a year.
Can you?
Let’s plan your annual migration together!
My trips are genuine, enriching experiences full of nature, adventure, and culture. Let me lead you on an epic adventure to the jungles, steppe, mountains, and rivers of the most beautiful places in Latin America.
Select one of my accompanied vacation packages where I take you on an unforgettable experience as your travel liaison, tour director, and personal photographer. Take a Spanish or cooking class, visit indigenous markets, kayak, raft, hike, bike, or just relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery - travel with me and do it all!
You can also book any of these packages as an
unaccompanied trip.
Or, contact me to create a custom vacation. I can also help you with the just the basics - booking a flight, cruise, or hotel - I’m here to assist with all your travel needs!
Vacation Packages & Escorted Tour Dates
In escorted tours, I am your personal concierge and will be at the airport to greet you upon arrival and accompany you for the duration of your trip, ensuring you safely arrive at each destination, helping you check in while you sip a cocktail, coordinating with local tour operators, translating when required, and taking amazing photos all along the way! A digital photo album is part of my package plus one printed and framed photo of your choice. You also get all my travel tips, such as clothing, product, and packing recommendations.
Packages include all flights, 3- 4 star hotel accommodations, tours, private transportation, and my concierge services.
Food, drinks, tips, and miscellaneous expenses not included unless otherwise indicated.
Tours will be private for our group whenever possible.
Total cost is an approximation and depends on hotel and flight level, as well as other factors such as inflation. Prices for two people assume shared accommodations.
Escorted tour group size: 4 people minimum - 8 people maximum.
Solo travelers - I promise to offer the best price possible! Please contact me for an estimate.
Any of these trips can be purchased as an unescorted vacation package at the date of your choosing. Contact me for more information and pricing.
MÉXICO
10 - 17 May 2025
7 Days: Southern Mexico Adventure
This is an active trip, but you’ll still have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the Caribbean sun. We’ll start our adventure in the Riviera Maya city of Tulum. We’ll swim in crystal clear cenotes (natural, freshwater sinkholes), kayak in mangrove forests, hike to ancient ruins, and spend plenty of time sitting on the beach and enjoying the ocean breeze. Enjoy the culinary delights of this rapidly expanding town and sip tequila, your favorite cocktail, or fresh fruit juice. Next, we’re off to the lake of seven colors to swim, sail and soak up the sun. This lake is not only mesmerizing, but it is also full of history - it was used by the Maya, the Spanish, and various pirates; and it contains stromatolites, the oldest lifeforms on earth. We’ll also visit nearby archaeological sites where you can actually climb the pyramids and get a birds-eye view of the surrounding forest. Our final adventure will be a fun-filled day mountain biking and rappelling into one last cenote!
Estimated price: $8,853 for 2 people
MÉXICO
12 - 20 July 2025
9 Days: City, Selva, and Whale Sharks
Experience the metropolis, jungle, and beaches in just 9 days! See two of the most impressive archaeological sites on the planet and swim with massive whale sharks in the same trip. There is also an opportunity to take a Spanish class and then practice your new skill with the locals! Spend the first 3 nights in dynamic Mexico City where we’ll take a food tour, see museums, and visit the astonishing ancient sites of the Mexica (Aztecs). After soaking up the city, we’re off to the Yucatán where you’ll visit an ancient cave revered by the Maya as an entrance to the underworld and swim in the clear waters of a cenote. Then, spend two nights on the grounds of the impressive Maya city of Chichen Itza, enjoying private access to the site and experiencing a sacred ceremony. We finish our trip with two more nights by the sea, enjoying the tropical breezes and swimming with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the sea and the biggest fish on Earth! Experience three amazing highlights of the great country of México in one trip!
Estimated price: $8,780 for 2 people
ECUADOR
6 - 16 September 2025
10 Days: Amazon & Cloud Forest
Spend 10 days de-stressing and reconnecting with nature in the stunning forests of Ecuador. Your first night will be spent in the historic city of Quito before we head to the unforgettable Amazon rainforest for 4 days. We will stay in a small, comfortable eco-lodge owned by the local indigenous community just outside the Yasuni Nation Park in one of the most biodiverse spots on the planet. We’ll canoe and hike through the tranquil, untouched forest in search of wildlife, eat locally grown food, and experience what it means to breathe air from the “lungs of the planet.” Next, we head to the other side of the Andes mountains and enjoy the mystical cloud forest. We’ll stay in another amazing eco-lodge in private, riverside cabañas and enjoy fresh, locally-sourced meals. We can go whitewater tubing and zip-lining, ride a cable car that towers above the forest, and see hundreds of species of unique birds - hummingbirds, toucans, tanagers, and even the cock-of-the-rock! This trip will leave you smiling inside and out.
Estimated price: $10,000 for 2 people
All meals for 8 days included in price
ECUADOR
20 - 30 September or 3 October 2025
10-14 Days: Galapagos & Forests
A customizable trip - stay for the whole two weeks and see three remarkable regions, or stay for the first two legs or second and make it a 10 day trip!
We’ll head straight to the enchanting Cloud Forest. The sounds of the forest will lull you to sleep as you relax in comfortable, private, riverside cabanas. See the distinctive birds of this region, take relaxing strolls through the forest, go tubing, zip lining, horseback riding, or take a cable car that towers above the forest. You can make this trip as active or relaxing as you like! Then, we head to the Galapagos! See blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises, and snorkel with sea lions, sharks, and sea turtles. We’ll next spend 2 nights in the historic city of Quito and visit the largest market in South America where you can buy handcrafted souvenirs from artisans using techniques that pre-date the Inca. The last leg of this epic adventure is spending 3 nights in the Amazon where we will see more amazing animals as we walk and canoe through this unforgettable rainforest while staying in a comfortable eco-lodge owned by the indigenous community.
Estimated price: $13,250 for 2 people
All meals for Cloud Forest and Amazon included in price
ARGENTINA
01 - 15 November 2025
2 Weeks: Argentine Adventure
Experience the impressive Patagonian wind; see animals and glaciers up close; and kayak, hike, and horseback ride in the austral summer of Argentina! We’ll start in Buenos Aires and have two days to enjoy the food, architecture, and culture of this amazing city. See a tango show and the world-famous Teatro Colon, and eat pizza, asado, dulce de leche, and everything in between. There is also an opportunity to take a Spanish class so you can practice your skill throughout your trip. Next, spend 4 nights visiting the protected bay of Peninsula Valdez where we’ll see whales and their calves, nesting penguins, elephant seals, sea lions, guanacos, and more! This is a really special region that you must see. We’ll then head further south to see massive Perito Moreno - a glacier that straddles two countries - where you can kayak next to it, hike on it, or take a comfortable boat ride and glide past it. We’ll also hike and experience the towering snow-capped mountains of the Andes and go horseback riding at an estancia (ranch). This is a trip full of unparalleled beauty and adventure!
Estimated price: $16,388 for 2 people
ARGENTINA
22 - 29 November 2025
7 Days: Language Immersion and Vino Excursion
This is a special women-only trip for Spanish learners! Have an immersion experience that is sure to help take your Spanish to the next level. We’ll have classes in Buenos Aires and Mendoza, then you can go practice in markets, restaurants, stores, maybe a football game, and everywhere else. You will be supported the entire time, and we will have fun while we learn! All levels welcome - beginners can learn basic phrases and practice in an encouraging environment, while advanced students can learn the nuances of Argentinian Spanish and practice some lunfardo. There will also be plenty of time for excursions so you can enjoy all this beautiful country has to offer. We’ll have opportunities to visit theaters and see a tango show in Buenos Aires. In Mendoza, we can go horseback riding, rafting, kayaking, or hiking. And, of course, we’ll take a wine tour (or two) and savor the remarkable spirits of one of the best wine regions on Earth. Mendoza has some amazing biodynamic vineyards that we can visit while sipping world-class wine and enjoying the sunshine. If you feel like speaking Spanish the entire trip, you will be welcomed to do so; however, if you want to just enjoy the excursions, you can switch back to your native language and relax! It’s all up to you!
There is also an opportunity for an extension to Iguazú Falls if you’re not ready to leave.
Prices TBD
CHILE
3 - 13 January 2026
10 Days: Southern Patagonia
Spend 10 glorious days in some the southernmost regions on Earth in 4 star hotels. We’ll get up close with glaciers and see whales, penguins, and even puma (if we’re lucky)! We’ll head all the way south and kayak fjords (maybe with humpback whales) in the protected waters of Francisco Coloane Marine Park, and we’ll see a rare King Penguin colony outside the sub-Antarctic islands. We’ll spend time in magnificent Torres de Paine - an absolute must-see National Park full of stunning sites at every turn. We’ll go hiking and spend two days tracking puma, camping inside the park in comfortable accommodations. This animal is protected here and our chances of seeing one are very high (but of course never guaranteed). We’ll also spend a day on a traditional estancia (ranch) and enjoy some of the most amazing cordero (lamb) you’ll ever taste! You’ll be staying in outstanding accommodations at every stop . This is a remote and stunning region; note that hotel and tour prices inside reserves and parks help preserve its pristine condition.
Estimated price: $18,423 for 2 people
CHILE
16 - 30 January 2026
2 Weeks: Northern Patagonia
Adventure awaits you in Chile! This is a special trip with an opportunity to spend a full week in a multi-adventure retreat for all levels. There will be opportunities to go horseback riding, climbing, hiking, rafting, or kayaking in an extremely supportive environment while being surrounded by breathtaking scenery at every turn, all while eating delicious, local cuisine. Adventure activities are perfectly interspersed with relaxing ones - there will be wine tasting, a visit to a craft brewery, and time to soak in natural hot springs. The mountains, volcanoes, lakes, and rivers of this region will leave you in awe. Our second week will be spent on the enchanting island of Chiloé where we’ll have a chance to see newly hatched baby penguins, kayak through a “sunken city,” hike through ancient forests where we may encounter a pudu (small local deer), take a trip to see blue whales - the biggest animal on Earth - and learn about the unique history and myths of this spectacular archipelago. We can also take a Spanish class to learn some of the unique and beautiful dialect of this region. This will be a truly special journey that will give your body, mind, and soul an opportunity to recharge and reconnect.
You can also book this as a one-week trip and come for just the first part or just the second!
Enquire for pricing
MÉXICO
14 - 21 March 2026
8 Days: Highlights of Southern Mexico
The Yucatán peninsula is full of wonders, and in one week, we will experience some of the best sites that make this region so special! The first night you’ll enjoy all the modern comforts of a gorgeous resort in Cancun. Relax on the beach and have a massage - start your vacation by letting all your stresses melt away! Then, we’ll immerse ourselves in Mayan history. Visit an ancient cave the Maya believed was an entrance to the underworld, swim in a cenote, and see the famous Chichen Itza - one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the world. Next, we’ll head further south to sail, swim, and kayak the gorgeous lake of 7 colors. Finally, we’ll see one of the oldest and most impressive archaeological sites in the Americas - Calakmul. Bike, hike, see monkeys and birds while learning about the history of this critical Mayan site. You’ll also enjoy fresh, authentic food and visit an artisan market and maybe an apiary where we can watch bees at work making delicious honey! You’ll be immersed in nature and history on this trip while recharging and relaxing.
Estimated price: $8,800 for 2 people
MÉXICO
28 March - 5 April 2026
8 Days: Haciendas and Puuc Route
Travel back through time and stay in historical haciendas along our journey that have been remodeled into luxurious, modern, four star accommodations. We’ll learn about the pre-columbian and colonial history of this region while being pampered with massages; fresh, authentic food; and relaxing Mayan ceremonies that will leave your body and soul recharged. We’ll start with a visit to a sacred cave before visiting the sprawling ancient city of Chichen Itza. We’ll stay on the grounds of this amazingly restored archaeological site before heading inland to see the colonial city of Merida. Next, we’ll spend a day and night visiting a working hacienda. You’ll be close to nature while enjoying the sites and sounds of the jungle, maybe even on horseback, and indulging in amazing, local cuisine and fresh cocktails. The final leg of our journey is along the Mayan “Puuc Route” to see the spectacular archaeological site of Uxmal and several smaller (but no less impressive) sites while staying at another beautiful hacienda.
Estimated price: $12,275 for 2 people
MÉXICO
11 - 18 April 2026
7 Days: Southern Mexico Adventure
This is an active trip, but you’ll still have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the Caribbean sun. We’ll start our adventure in the Riviera Maya city of Tulum. We’ll swim in crystal clear cenotes (natural, freshwater sinkholes), kayak in mangrove forests, hike to ancient ruins, and spend plenty of time sitting on the beach and enjoying the ocean breeze. Enjoy the culinary delights of this rapidly expanding town and sip tequila, your favorite cocktail, or fresh fruit juice. Next, we’re off to the lake of seven colors to swim and sail. This lake is not only mesmerizing, but it is also full of history - it was used by the Maya, the Spanish, and various pirates; and it contains stromatolites, the oldest lifeforms on earth. We’ll also visit nearby archaeological sites where you can actually climb the pyramids and get a birds-eye view of the surrounding forest. Our final adventure will be a fun-filled day mountain biking and rappelling into one last cenote!
Estimated price: $8,853 for 2 people
PERÚ
6 - 19 June 2026
2 Weeks - Breathtaking Peru
This is a trip full of archaeological wonder as we see the astonishing sites of the Inca and the Chachapoyas cultures. We’ll spend our first week immersing ourselves in Incan history. We’ll explore the tranquil and transformative Sacred Valley for two days where you can begin to feel the magic of this special part of the world. We will have plenty of options in these two days – from hiking with llamas, to seeing unique archaeological sites, to white water tubing, to experiencing a traditional Incan ceremony! It’s completely customize-able. We’ll then have time to enjoy the ancient city of Cuzco before we head to Aguas Calientes, gateway to the famous Machu Picchu. A feat of archaeological wonder, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to marvel at this site. You can hike to Huayna Picchu, the Sun Gate, or even the park entrance itself if you like; or, you can just find a nice spot to sit and take it all in. From Cuzco we will head north and spend our second week away from the crowds enjoying another breathtaking part of the Andes where the Amazon basin lies on one side of the mountain range and the Cloud Forest on the other. We’ll hike to waterfalls and bathe in their pure waters as you let all your stress wash away. It is a truly remarkable region, and you’ll have a real opportunity to recharge and destress in the solitude of nature. The last leg of our journey will take us to see one of the tallest waterfalls in the world where we’ll also get to see dazzling hummingbirds and the truly unique archaeological sites of the Chachapoyas. From mausoleums carved into cliffs, a mummy museum, and a fortified citadel on the slopes of the Andes, you will be amazed at these archaeological phenomena!
Price TBD
PERÚ
28 June - 8 July 2026
10 Days: Highlights of Peru
The Inca created some of the most impressive structures in human existence. 500 years later, their cities, roads, irrigation canals, and other constructions remain - and you still cannot even get a piece of paper between the massive boulders they used to create them. You will be awestruck when you witness these sites. In this trip, we will see many of the archaeological highlights of the Inca civilization. We will begin our journey in the metropolitan city of Lima, enjoying world-class food and learning how the Inca culture remains alive through the culinary traditions of the region. We can also take a language class and learn some words in Quechua (the language of the Inca) and Spanish that you can use on our journey. We next travel to the ancient city of Cuzco where the roads and walls the Inca built remain intact and in use throughout the city. Cuzco feels magical, and there are plenty of opportunities to feel it everywhere you walk here. We will visit an impressive site within walking distance that demonstrates the true mastery of their design. Next, we will spend two days in the Sacred Valley where you can enjoy more archaeological sites; go white water tubing, hiking, or horseback riding; or enjoy a traditional ceremony. Then, we are off to see one of the wonders of the ancient world - Machu Picchu. There is a reason people come from all over the world to see this special place - it’s sure to leave you speechless. We will spend our last two nights visiting the highest navigable lake in the world - Lake Titicaca. You’ll have an opportunity to see how people live in harmony with nature here, using traditions passed down since pre-columbian times. We may even stay on our own little island and enjoy a private escape. This is a journey you will never forget.
Prices TBD