Ultimate Patagonia Puma Tracking Safari

Arrive Punta Arenas - Torres del Paine

On arrival into Punta Arenas airport you will be met by your guide and driver who will transfer you to Explora Lodge. Explora is located about four hours north of Punta Arenas, in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful national parks in Chile. Enjoy a relaxing evening at Explora’s spa or by simply taking in its spectacular views of the Paine Massif and the Paine Horns.

Overnight: Explora Patagonia

Puma tracking at Entre Porterias

Entre Porterias, located between the two eastern entrances of the park, is a favourite foraging ground for guanaco during the winter. These mammals, relatives of the Andean llama, congregate here in the winter for protection from the wind and snow. Consequently, pumas gather here too. Hopefully you’ll also see grey and culpeo foxes, Andean condor, southern caracara, and a series of other birds including upland geese, black-faced ibis and Chilean flamingos. In our search for the puma, we’ll explore a series of caves and shelters, on the walls of which we also find ancient paintings of native Tehuelche tribes that lived in the area in centuries past.

Overnight: Explora Patagonia (B, L, D)

Puma tracking at Sarmiento Lake

Your excursions here will take you along the western edge of the lake in search of puma families and solitary adults; often spotted in this area during the quieter winter months. You can also expect to see an abundance of other wildlife, including upland and ashy-headed geese, spectacled ducks and huge condors.

Overnight: Explora Patagonia (B, L, D)

Depart Torres del Paine

Today you say goodbye to Torres del Paine and head back to Punta Arenas for your the next part of your journey, either home or onwards to your next destination.