6 locations rich in wildlife to discover…
This headland, one hundred kilometres south of Trelew, is the site of the world’s largest breeding colony of Magellanic penguin. Over half a million congregate to breed between September and March, and by December the colonyis full of noisy, hungry chicks. The reserve is dedicated to protecting the Patagonian plateau.
This magnificent array of 275 separate waterfalls stretches for over threekms along the border with neighbouring Brazil. The abundant flora and fauna of the surrounding tropical forest includes 500 species of butterfly, 400 birds and 2,000 plants. A network of paths and walkways affords fine views.
This immense wetland in northern Argentina – nicknamed the Argentine Pantanal – covers an area twice the size of Florida’s Everglades. Accessed via the town of Mercedes, the maze of islands, lagoons, streams and marshland create a perfect habitat for mammals, reptiles and over 400 species of birds.
This small resort on the shore of Lago Argentino is the base for exploring the UNESCO site of Los Glaciares National Park, an area mostly covered by giant icefields. The five kilometre mouth of Perito Moreno Glacier towers 70 metres above the water, creating thunderous noises as blocks of ice break off.
Argentina’s foremost wildlife site is a flat peninsula at the northern end of Patagonia, whose coast is lined with sandy beaches and rocky shelves. The beaches are home to prodigious numbers of marine wildlife, including the only colony of elephant seal on the South American mainland. Birdwatching is good year round.
Yacutinga Rainforest is a private reserve whose multi-layered ecosystem is home to countless species of birds, mammals and plants. You’ll explore on walking and boat trips with naturalist guides, watching colourful birds flit through the forest. Yacutinga makes a fantastic, relaxing end to any wildlife trip.
Argentina has a wealth of wildlife to discover but here are the most popular animal species and wildlife events. Let us know the ones you would particularly like to see…
3 related trip ideas. Bear in mind that our trip ideas give you a sense of what’s possible but our strength is in tailoring your itinerary.
Visit the long-ignored northeast of Argentina and experience the best of its rich wildlife.
Marvel at the scenic and wildlife highlights of the immense treeless plateau of Patagonia in both Argentina and Chile!
Experience Patagonia and you will experience a region famed for its austere beauty and profuse wildlife.
The time to visit Patagonia is during the southern hemisphere summer – from October to April – when the days are long and the weather gets gradually warmer over that period.
4 related places to stay. But there are more options we can offer, just ask us for more details.
Set in 250,000 hectares of primary sub-tropical rainforest, a perfect habitat for 320 bird species, Yacutinga Rainforest Lodge offers an exciting and stimulating wildlife eco-experience.
Despite its isolation – or maybe because of it –Estancia Bahia Bustamente is a very special accommodation that attracts only those who are interested in the areas wildlife.
Hosteria Rincon del Socorro is a 12,000-hectare former cattle ranch. Now a private nature reserve, the accommodation offers boat trips over the wetlands, nature walks, horse riding and night safaris.
En route from El Calafate to Perito Moreno glacier, Eolo Lodge is a deluxe estancia-style lodge located on a 3,000 hectare estate with fine views (on clear days) to Torres del Paine.
1 place to go en route to or from a wildlife location…
Ushuaia, capital of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and the South Atlantic Islands, lies far south of Buenos Aires in a dramatic position overlooking the Beagle Channel. The world’s most southerly city is surrounded by the wilderness and lakes of Tierra del Fuego, a perfect location for activities and watching wildlife.
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