Our Patagonia Photography Expedition is a nature and wildlife photo-oriented tour, led by local nature photographers. Our program has been designed for photo enthusiasts with different skill levels, willing to travel in a small group with a maximum of 7 participants, and wishing to exploit the possibilities of landscape and wildlife photography alike.
Discover the best of Patagonia on this exclusively-designed, photo-oriented journey; stay at great lodges and historic guest houses, learn on nature photography during our photo workshops, enjoy and document the best wildlife encounters, learn from thorough natural history interpretation, and experience the comfort of traveling in a small group.

This itinerary features 4 days in Patagonia’s premier wildlife destination, Torres del Paine National Park, boat trips to Grey Glacier, an impressive ice tongue that flows over a lake in the fringes of the Southern Patagonia Ice Field, Tierra del Fuego Island for the King Penguin rookery, as well as Magdalena Island to see a Magellanic Penguin colony and Mylodon Cave Natural Monument, a fascinating Patagonian paleontological site.

From 3.990 USD 7 Days / 6 Nights Departure: Walking Grade: Easy

Trip Details

Group Size

7 Travelers Max

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Schedule

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Tour Highlights

Comprehensive 4-day photographic exploration of southern Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park.
Visits to Tierra del Fuego and Otway Sound penguin colonies.
Visits to Tierra del Fuego and Otway Sound penguin colonies.
A study of the rich cultural history and the history of exploration.
Boat trips to Grey Glacier and Magdalena Island and ferry crossings to Tierra del Fuego.
Remarkable forest-dwelling birds such as Magellanic Woodpecker and Austral Parakeet, as well as mammals such as Huemul Deer and Guanaco.
A great array of native flowers as well as the impressive sub-Antartic Nothofagus or Southern Beech forest, the southernmost in the world. Patagonia photo tours.

Tour Type

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Thematics

Birdwatching
Expedition
Photography
Wildlife

Itinerary

Chile Patagonia Wildlife ©ClaudioVidal Wild Expedition

DAY 1

Punta Arenas - Magdalena Island - Drive to Torres del Paine National Park

After meeting your guide at Punta Arenas, we will sail to Magdalena Island in the Straits of Magellan, Patagonia. This protected area hosts over 28,000 Magellanic Penguins and various seabirds such as Imperial & Rock Cor...

L, D Hotel Rio Serrano or similar (or similar)

DAY 2

Torres del Paine - Boat trip to Grey Glacier

Each day, we will start early to photograph the Paine Massif at dawn, focusing on the ‘Horns’ and Paine Grande peaks on its southern face. Today, we’ll explore the southern and western regions of the 600,000-acre (242,00...

B, L, D Hotel Rio Serrano or similar (or similar) 3 hours

Nubes dramáticas Torres del paine @ClaudioVidal

DAY 3

Torres del Paine National Park - Laguna Amarga and Laguna Azul

Again this morning we will have an early start in order to photograph the Horns with the first light of day. In the right light, the mountain base turns to orange colours and the scene becomes very dramatic with peculiar...

B, L, D Hotel Rio Serrano or similar (or similar)

Guanaco (Lama guanicoe) © Bastian Gygli,

DAY 4

Torres del Paine National Park - Lago Sarmiento - Mylodon Cave Natural Monument

The lookout from the eastern corner of Sarmiento Lake offers stunning views of the towering peaks of Las Torres, the granite spires that name the park. Moving around, you may see herds of Guanaco, the Lesser Rhea, and th...

B, L, D Weskar Lodge or similar (or similar)

DAY 5

Pali Aike road - Ferry to Tierra del Fuego - Useless Bay for King Penguins

We will leave Puerto Natales with rewarding memories of our Patagonian explorations and wildlife encounters. Driving east across the wind-swept steppes along the Argentina border, we’ll visit Pali Aike National Park, kno...

B, L, D Yendegaia House or similar (or similar) 30 minutes

DAY 6

Porvenir - Tierra del Fuego - Straits of Magellan - Ferry to Punta Arenas

Tierra del Fuego, the ‘Land of Fire’ is another landmark coined by the skilled navigator, Ferdinand Magellan. In 1520, while crossing the seaway that now honors his name, he and his crew spotted a line of bonfires along ...

B, L Hotel Diego de Almagro or similar (or similar)

DAY 7

Transfer to the airport - End of services

After breakfast Complimentary transfer to the airport. End of the trip.

Hotels

Hotel Diego de Almagro

If you are looking for a family-friendly hotel in Punta Arenas, don't miss Diego de Almagro Punta Arenas. For those interested in visiting popular landmarks while visiting Punta Arenas, Diego de Almagro Punta Arenas is located close to Memorial to Ferdinand Magellan (0.8 km) and Santuario Maria Auxiliadora (0.9 km). Diego de Almagro Punta Arenas offers a variety of in-room amenities including a minibar, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The hotel offers a concierge and room service to make your stay even more enjoyable. The establishment also features a swimming pool and free breakfast. Guests arriving by car have access to free parking.

Air Conditioning Swimming Pool Restaurant WiFi Bar

Yendegaia House

Discover why so many travelers make Yendegaia House their hostel of choice when visiting Porvenir. Providing the ideal combination of value, comfort and location, it offers a romantic setting with a wide variety of services designed for travelers like you. You can take advantage of some of the services offered by Yendegaia House, such as a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop. In addition, guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay. Another added benefit is that free parking is available to guests.

WiFi Bar

Weskar Lodge

Located in remote Chilean Patagonia, Weskar Lodge is a cozy 30-room hotel, offering quality services in a charming atmosphere. We hope our guests will have an unforgettable experience getting to know the famous Torres del Paine and the Glaciers of Patagonia. The hotel is located on the waterfront of the city of Puerto Natales, at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level, surrounded by green areas, from where it is possible to find impressive views of the fjord and the Patagonian Andes.

Restaurant WiFi Bar

Hotel Rio Serrano

Located in Torres del Paine, Hotel Río Serrano offers standard rates and all-inclusive rates with full board and additional programs. It features a restaurant and a garden with views of the Paine Mountain Range. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Rooms at Rio Serrano feature carpeted floors and large windows with panoramic mountain views. They are equipped with heating, a fan and a private bathroom.

Swimming Pool Restaurant WiFi Bar SPA

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Price Details

Included

Accommodation in first class hotels
Boat transportation
Meals indicated in the program
Transportation in comfortable vehicles
Tour leader and English speaking guide
Local guides specialized in the region
Entrance Fees

Not Included

International flights
Domestic flights
Additional drinks and meals
Tips
Medical insurance
Expenses not specified in the program

Minimum Deposit

30% (The last payment must be completed 45 days prior to the start of the trip.)

Price Base

Price from 3 to 4 people: 3.990 USD
Price from 5 to 6 people: 3.988 USD

* Price is indicated per person

Terms & Conditions

The terms of sale may differ based on the nature of your trip and how close your departure date is. Please review our conditions here for more information.

Recommendations

We recommend you to arrive to Punta Arenas the day before the trip starts, in order to have an early start towards Magdalena Island and Torres del Paine National Park on Day 1.

Patagonia means changeable climate conditions. For a comfortable staying is essential to bring the necessary outdoor clothing so you don’t worry about the climate just about the frame and the light.

• Breathable waterproof jacket
• Waterproof hat
• Hiking Gore-Tex shoes
• Short and long sleeve shirts
• Sunglasses
• Warm and breathable socks
• Fleece
• Feather jacket (Nano puff Patagonia)
• Light waterproof gloves (easy camera managing)
• Shorts or convertible pants
• Water bottle
• Headlamp
• Sunscreen (at least 50 fps)
• Ziploc bags
• Personal toiletries

Spotted Species

Here is a non-exhaustive list of Animal Species you can spot during this tour

Puma

The puma, also known as the cougar, mountain lion, or panther, is a large, solitary...

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Your Tour Guides

Claudio Vidal

Nationality: Chile

Languages: English, Spanish

Guiding since: 1997

Specialties: Birdwatching, Wildlife Photography, Sea Birds, Puma Tracking

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Jorge V. Edwards

Nationality: Chile

Languages: English, Spanish

Guiding since: 1993

Specialties: photography, birdwatching, wildlife, expedition

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