08 Dec 2027 - 19 Dec 2027 (12 days)
USD8,995 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Adam Walleyn
Tour price (Per person): USD8,995 * GBP6,967 * EUR7,909 * AUD13,898
Single Supplement: USD1,230 * GBP953 * EUR1,082 * AUD1,900
Our journey through Chile’s far south takes us across a windswept world at the very edge of the continent - where immense skies meet cold seas and steppe gives way to jagged granite peaks. Beginning in Punta Arenas, we’ll explore the islands of the Strait of Magellan, home to bustling colonies of Magellanic Penguins and energetic South American Sea Lions.
From here, we travel north into the rugged Tres Morros region before crossing by ferry to Tierra del Fuego. In this remote and beautiful landscape, we’ll visit the famous King Penguin colony and traverse the Baquedano Hills, keeping watch for White-bellied Seedsnipe, Two-banded Plover, and elegant Cinereous Harriers. Continuing east to Punta Delgado via Buque Quemado, we explore open steppe and coastal wetlands teeming with Patagonian specialties.
Heading inland, the volcanic plains of Parque Nacional Pali Aike offer a dramatic change of scenery - a stark, otherworldly landscape alive with Guanucos, Lesser Rheas, and hardy desert birds. From Puerto Natales, we continue to the awe-inspiring Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, where turquoise lakes and towering peaks create one of the world’s most breathtaking backdrops. We’ll spend several days here, searching for the mighty Puma, Andean Condor, and the spectacular Magellanic Woodpecker among the lenga forests.
Our expedition concludes as we return south to Punta Arenas via Vega Castillo, reflecting on an unforgettable journey through the wildest corners of Patagonia — a land of immense beauty, rare wildlife, and endless horizons.
Magellanic Plover; Magellanic Woodpecker; Austral Rail; Chilean Flicker; Thorn-tailed Rayadito; Fire-eyed Diucon; White-throated Treerunner; Magellanic Tapaculo; Flying & Fuegian Steamer Ducks; Upland, Kelp & Ashy-headed Geese; Austral Parakeet; White-bridled Finch; Black-chinned Siskin; Magellanic Oystercatcher; Rufous-tailed Plantcutter; Patagonian Sierra Finch; Patagonian Yellow Finch; Chocolate-vented Tyrant; White-bellied & Least Seedsnipe; Andean Condor; Lesser Rhea; White-throated Caracara; Austral Canastero; Patagonian Mockingbird; Black-faced Ibis; Austral Pygmy Owl; Dark-bellied Cinclodes; Dark-faced, Cinnamon-bellied & Ochre-naped Ground Tyrants; Austral Blackbird; Chilean Swallow.
Puma; Patagonian Huemul; Guanaco; Humboldt’s Hog-nosed Skunk; Large Hairy Armadillo; Culpeo; South American Grey Fox.
Patagonian steppe, Magellanic subpolar forests, Patagonian High Plateau, mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers, Atlantic Ocean
Cold to very cold, strong winds can be expected at times.
10 with 1 Rockjumper leader
UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Comfortable. Suitable for most birding / wildlife interest levels.
Comfortable.
Mostly easy, with many species provide decent visuals in open conditions. Some low-density targets.
spectacular scenery – Torres del Paine, pristine & little-explored wilderness
Good to good+. Some species distant, and bright light can be challenging.
I could not have been happier with our guides Adam is a terrific birder, good at getting the participants views of the birds, and a lot of fun to travel with.
Chile with Dušan and Rockjumper exceeded our expectations. What a wonderful experience Chile was for birding. Dušan really worked hard at finding the birds for the group. A very satisfying tour! Looking forward to our next trip with RBT.
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