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In the southern part of the American continent, Argentina extends from the tropic of Capricorn to the cold of southern Patagonia. The imposing Andes Mountains range extends down the spine of South America and adds a further gamut of climates and vegetation types. In the north,... |
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Superb birding in three top destinations: Entre Ríos - Iberá Marshes - Atlantic Forest.
Expect: 350-400 species, good accommodation, easy to moderate terrain, some long drives, warm to hot climate.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Limited to 6 participants plus guide. |
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Spectacular trip to one of Argentina's endemic bird areas, exploring high Andean habitats, Yungas Cloudforest and desert scrub.
Expect: 250-300 species, good accommodation, easy to moderate terrain, moderate to high elevation, mild to hot climate.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Limited to 8 participants plus guide.
Can be combined with tour "Birding Central Argentina". |
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Unique trip to world's famous Pampas and Patagonia: San Clemente, Bahia Blanca, San Antonio Oeste, Punta Tombo and Valdés Peninsula.
Expect: 150-200 species, good accommodation, easy to moderate terrain, some long drives, warm and humid to mild and windy climate, numerous specialties and endemics.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Limited to 16 participants plus two guides.
Can be combined with tour Southern Argentina part II. |
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Amazing landscapes and superb birding from the Andes to the coast: Magellanic steppes, South Beech woodland and Atlantic Ocean shore.
Expect: 150-200 species, good to basic but clean accommodation, cold and humid to mild and windy climate, easy to moderate terrain, some long drives on rough roads and remote areas home of the specialties and endemics of the far south.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Limited to 16 participants plus two guides.
Can be combined with tour Southern Argentina part I. |
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Spectacular birding expedition to the best of southern Argentina, from Buenos Aires to Tierra del Fuego.
Expect: 200-250 species (visits same sites as the two previous tours).
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Available for independent travelers and groups. |
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A comprehensive itinerary to all of northern Argentina’s main biomes: Deserts and cloud forests of the Andes, Dry and humid Chaco regions, Iberá marshes and rain forests of Iguazú.
Expect: 450-550 species, good accommodation, easy to moderate terrain, moderate to high elevation, mild to hot climate.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Available for independent travelers and groups. |
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A wildlife tour to the best of Argentina's Andes, chaco and yungas Cloudforest.
Expect: Good accommodation, easy to moderate terrain, moderate to high elevation, mild to hot climate.
Trip report and wildlife checklist available.
Available for independent travelers and groups. |
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Patagonia has legendary and spectacular landscapes and wildlife. It captivated early travelers and naturalists; Charles Darwin being one of the early pioneers. Many areas are still as virgin now as then... |
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A number of sites in northeastern Argentina combine a pleasant escape with the very best wildlife and scenery. Probably the most emblematic site is the Iguazú National Park, and... |
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The Argentine province of Misiones holds the world’s largest block of “Interior Atlantic Forest”; the habitat with the highest biodiversity in the country, together with the famous Iguazú Falls... |
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In the vast plains of Argentine Mesopotamia, the Iberá marshes stand out, an immense and untouched wilderness. Comparable to the Brazilian “Pantanal” and the Venezuelan “Llanos”, this wetland ecosystem is the second largest in the world and a huge part is protected by a nature reserve... |
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Along the shores of Patagonia, the Valdes Peninsula is marked by its vibrant coastline, a stunning array of tall cliffs, rocky reefs and extensive beaches. Proclaimed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, it is... |
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The island of Tierra del Fuego represents the southernmost extension of South America. This trip will take us through a variety of habitats, from the complex coastline of the Beagle Channel, to the high elevation moor lands of Darwin's range. The southern-beech... |
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This itinerary covers the main sights of the Pampas of Argentina, a flat region originally covered by grasslands and marshes, nowadays a main cattle and agriculture centre. It starts with a visit to Costanera Sur, a reserve just 10 minutes... |
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In the geographic centre of the country rise the Cordoba Hills, a granite massif of 2800 m on its highest point. Separated from the Andes by some 320 Km the region has acted as a true island for speciation and is home to several endemic birds, both at the higher elevations and in the adjacent lowlands and saltflats. Such is the case of the Cordoba Cinclodes and Salinas Monjita, two of the most sought-after birds in Argentina. Several subspecies occur only here, such as... |
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One of the world's best known images of Argentina comes from the "Pampas" flats. Although it is the country's most developed region, it still maintains vast expanses of wilderness and birds are tame and abundant. Our tour will take us birding near the capital city of Buenos Aires, and then down to the small beach town of San Clemente... |
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Eight hours off shore.
From Mar del Plata city (Buenos Aires Province).
Available for groups, year round, upon request.
Can be combined with your trip to the Pampas in San Clemente. |
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This itinerary covers the very best locations of Northern Patagonia: The Valdes Peninsula, Punta Tombo and San Antonio Oeste. This part of Argentina is characterized by arid steppes and brushlands and a very flat terrain. Upon arrival... |
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Southern Patagonia is one of the most remote areas in the continent, and has a truly amazing wilderness. These barren steppes, highland plateaux, majestic mountains and intricate coastline also hold very special wildlife. Upon arrival in El Calafate... |
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This excursion will take us birding to the best localities to the north of Buenos Aires. We first visit Otamendi Nature Reserve, located close to the Parana River. Spreading through 2.600 ha, the reserve protects grasslands, marshes, riverside forest and woods, belonging to the Delta and Parana River Islands eco-regions... |
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The Costanera Sur Nature Reserve is located by the Rio de la Plata, in the southern corner of the city of Buenos Aires. A few blocks away from the heart of the city, this reserve offers a unique opportunity to come into contact with wildlife... |
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The great diversity of habitats along the southern Andes comprises some of the most stunning flora on the continent. This tour will take us through seven biogeographical regions, including the humid Yungas cloudforest, Chaco woods, Puna deserts and also the Monte, an endemic ecosystem of Argentina... |
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Patagonia has legendary and spectacular landscapes and wildlife. It captivated early travellers and naturalists, with Charles Darwin as the most notable. Many areas are still as virgin as then. A must for current day eco-tourists and nature lovers, it has striking habitat contrasts... |
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Northern Argentina has a warm climate, characterised by a great diversity of habitats, from high Andean grasslands and cloud forests, to Chaco woodlands, grassy savannas and rainforests. Therefore it is not surprising that more than 1000 butterfly species have been found in these subtropical latitudes... |
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