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Argentina - Northeast: Iguazú, Misiones & Ibera

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Our tour of north east Argentina focusses predominantly on the province of Misiones. Here we will search the last remnants of San Pedro’s native Araucaria forest and visit one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world, the gargantuan Cataratas del Iguazú (Iguazú Falls)! We conclude our tour with some remarkable wetland birding on the Esteros del Iberá, one of the largest marshland ecosystems in the country. Amongst the many fine birds we will be seeking are such sought-after and localised species as Strange-tailed Tyrant, Araucaria Tit-Spinetail, Black-fronted Piping Guan and Helmeted Woodpecker.

Top Birds

Vinaceous-breasted Amazon, Black-fronted Piping Guan, Araucaria Tit-Spinetail, Stripe-backed Bittern, Strange-tailed Tyrant, Lesser Grass Finch, Saffron-cowled & Scarlet-headed Blackbirds, Black-capped Donacobius, Marsh, Tawny-bellied, Dark-throated, Rufous-rumped, Rusty-collared, Double-collared and Chestnut Seedeaters, Warbling & Crested Doraditos, Chicli Spinetail, Grey Monjita, Tawny-headed Swallow, Lark-like Brushrunner, Short-billed Canastero, Straight-billed & Curve-billed Reedhaunters, Diademed Tanager, Sword-tailed Hummingbird, Chestnut-bellied Euphonia, Surucua Trogon, Red-ruffed Fruitcrow, Blue Manakin, Plush-crested Jay, Great Dusky Swift, Toco & Green-billed Toucans, Saffron & Spot-billed Toucanets, Spot-backed Antshrike, Black-billed Scythebill, Southern Antpipit, Sharp-tailed Streamcreeper, Dusky-tailed & Bertoni’s Antbirds, Maroon-bellied Parakeet, Guira Tanager, Black Hawk-Eagle, Black-throated Trogon, Robust Woodpecker.

Top Mammals

Black-horned Capuchin, Black-and-gold Howler Monkey, Grey Brocket, Marsh Deer, Capybara and Southern River Otter

Habitats Covered

araucaria forest, interior atlantic forest, rainforest, woodland, lagoons, wetlands, marshlands, rivers, streams

Expected Climate

hot and humid in the lower lying regions, moderate to cold and exposed at Ibera, strong winds can be expected at times

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader

Tour Pace & Walking

mostly relaxed

Accommodation

comfortable to very comfortable

Ease of Birding

moderate with some tricky species

Other Attractions

spectacular scenery, incredible Iguazú falls, pristine & little-explored wilderness, great cuisine, super-friendly people

Photographic Opportunities

excellent

What our clients say about us

Peter Kaestner
SG, Argentina 2022

Peter Kaestner was completely committed to getting every bird possible on both tours. He was sensitive to all the needs of the participants and worked tirelessly on what could have been potentially serious limitations to the logistics. Getting the chauffeur/vehicle company to recognize the needs of a birding tour was difficult. And because of lack of flexibility in overtime use of the driver and deviations from an original itinerary, Peter had to work hard to make sure we had opportunities for every bird regardless. He was uncommonly successful in achieving these results.

Robert Wilcox
JW, Argentina 2022

Bobby Wilcox was a very capable and congenial leader. Our group consisted of birders of all levels of expertise. Bobby did his very best to make certain everyone got the opportunities they needed to have a very positive experience.

Peter Kaestner
EM, Argentina 2022

This was an excellent tour and Peter did a very good job. He made the transition from birder/lister to tour guide very well. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and personable. I also liked that he allowed the tour participants to provide input and vote on any potential itinerary modifications and provided us with the information needed to make decisions. All good.

Peter Kaestner
FO, Argentina 2022

Peter is an excellent guide! He’s very friendly and did an excellent job is solving an problem that came along. PLU, He knows the birds well and would help us key in on the differences. I will go with him again! Pablo was our local guide and did a phenomenal job as well.

Stephan Lorenz
TM, Argentina 2023

This trip was excellent, the guide excellent, and the group experience was great.

Argentina - Northeast: Iguazú, Misiones & Ibera 2024

20 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024 (11 days)

USD6,295 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Stuart Elsom

Tour price (Per person): USD6,295 * GBP5,031 * EUR5,867 * AUD9,651

Single Supplement: USD950 * GBP759 * EUR885 * AUD1,456

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