Pumas of Patagonia with Lee Hoy
PUMAS OF PATAGONIA with Lee Hoy
Torres del Paine National Park in Chile’s Patagonia is one of the world’s most beautiful national parks, home to towering granite spires, majestic glacial fields, stunning crystalline lakes, and unique wildlife. The elusive Puma–the world’s fourth-largest cat species–is the top predator here. Join us as we track wild Pumas in the unforgettable Patagonian landscape. Led by Lee Hoy and expert guides and trackers, this tour takes us along the wind-swept shores of azure lakes and along towering snow-capped mountains to observe these magnificent cats. Along the way, we will seek out other wildlife such as the massive Andean Condor that makes its home on rocky cliff faces, herds of emblematic Guanco, Patagonian Fox, the endangered Huemul Deer andmuch, much more.
You won’t want to miss this remarkable adventure and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe and photograph the enchanting Pumas of Patagonia in one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth.
Highlight and Target Birds
- Our primary target will be Patagonia’s elusive and enigmatic Pumas
- Incredible bird species, including Andean Condor, Chilean Flamingo, Torrent Duck, and much more
- A host of other unique mammals such as Guanaco, Patagonia Fox, Patagonian Hog-nosed Skunk, endangered Huemul Deer and much, much more.
KEY LOCATIONS
Argentina, Chile, Los Glaciares National Park, Torres del Paine National Park, The Beagle Channel, Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales.
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
- We will have an opportunity to photograph Pumas in one of the most stunning landscapes in the world, surrounded by breathtaking mountains, crystal-blue lakes, and golden, wind-swept plains. Led by expert guides and trackers, we will have a chance to peer into the lives and behaviors of these beautiful cats.
- When not on the trail of wild felines, we will seek out birds and wildlife, stunning lakes, and awe-inspiring waterfalls.
More Details
Accommodations
Hotel Estancia El Ovejero and local lodges
Weather and climate
Varies throughout the year; check back for tour dates for updated weather and climate information.
Tour Details
Price: $9,603 per-person, double occupancy for a group of 6.
Single Supplement: $1,000.
Included: Lodging, meals other than dinners, in-country ground transportation, guide, park entrance fees.
Not Included: Passport fees, visa fees, international and local airfare, alcoholic beverages, personal items, tips, travel insurance.
From: Buenos Aires
Minimum Participants: 4
Participant Limit: 6
Activity Level: Moderate
Deposit: 30% of price per-person is required to hold your spot on this tour (with your registration form)
Tour Leaders: Lee Hoy and local guides/trackers
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