Track the World's Largest Mountain Lion

AM/PM: Early rise and breakfast before dawn. We drive to the puma tracking location and wait for sunrise. Trackers will be actively looking for pumas during this time of the day, following them and taking note of any carcasses they find and trying to find where they are going to nap. Our tracker will look around the puma lands which are one of the favorite foraging grounds for the guanaco. These mammals are relatives of the Andean llama and the African camel and congregate in the part of the park as its hills and valley walls offer protection from the winds at night. Subsequently, pumas also gather in this same part of the park as they look to feed on guanacos. If the tracker has a nice, safe view of the puma, he will contact the guide and give instructions on how to approach. After setting up at a safe distance from the pumas, it’s up to them if we are gifted with a memorable sighting. Patience is key when waiting for these unforgettable moments. After an exciting morning of puma tracking, we’ll return to the lodge for a break. During this break time, you’ll also have the chance to have lunch, check your gear, download and edit photos, charge batteries, take a shower and relax. You’ll depart from the lodge again in the late afternoon for evening activities in the same area. At this time, the light is usually perfect for capturing photos of the incredible landscape as the setting sun draws out incredible hues. Return to the hotel for a late dinner.

Overnight
GOLD: Tierra Hotel & Spa or similar - Superior Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner)

SILVER: Estancia Cerro Guido or similar – Standard Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner)

AM/PM: Your daily program can change at any time depending on the weather conditions, your own interests and what the current season is like in the Torres del Paine. Today we will resume our puma tracking adventure and a dedicated puma tracker will be hiking across the puma lands to search for pumas and other wildlife for us and will radio in if, and when, they spot something of interest. If you choose to, you can also become a second tracking team and live the experience of tracking a puma first hand. This requires patience, dedication and silence to keep our eyes and ears open for signs of pumas in the distance. If you don’t wish to try tracking, we will simply continue to scout for puma, or if you prefer, you can explore the highlights of Torres del Paine National Park with your guide.

Overnight
GOLD: Tierra Hotel & Spa or similar - Superior Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

SILVER: Estancia Cerro Guido or similar - Standard Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

AM/PM: In our search for the elusive puma, we’ll also explore a series of places inside of Torres del Paine National Park that provide amazing opportunities for landscape and wildlife photography. By starting our days at dawn and staying out until dusk, you’ll more than likely be able to see the parks best features at the optimal time. This includes seeing the sun hit the Granite Towers at Torres del Paine and you may even be able to catch a shot of the sun hitting the guanacos’ fur, making it glow in the distance. Many of the places in the park that are frequented by pumas are also common grounds for other animals. This means that you’ll more than likely have the opportunity to capture amazing photos of animals such as guanaco, grey foxes, red foxes, haired armadillos, hognose skunk, European hare, the Andean condor, the Chilean flamingo and Magellanic woodpecker. Other animals that you may see include the Austral parakeet, ringed king fisher, Austral pygmy owl, Magellanic horned owl, black chested buzzard eagle, crested caracara, upland goose, ashy headed goose, black swans and plenty more. The list is practically endless! As another magnificent day in the park draws to an end, you’ll retire to the lodge for some rest and relaxation before dinner.

Overnight
GOLD: Tierra Hotel & Spa or similar - Superior Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

SILVER: Estancia Cerro Guido - Standard Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

If you have chosen our 5-day/4-night program, after breakfast we’ll transfer you from your hotel to Punta Arenas airport for your flight to Santiago and international connection home.

For our 6-day program, your adventure continues.

AM/PM Today we have a full day to enjoy Torres del Paine National Park, and our excursion for the day will be a full day Jeep Reconnaissance Tour* around the park. This excursion is recommended in all of our safaris, as it is the best way to get to experience all aspects of Torres del Paine in the shortest amount of time. On this full-day excursion, we cross the entire park from East to West (or West to East - depending on where you are staying) and it includes the opportunity to enjoy at least one leisurely hike such as Laguna Azul* that takes in the full spectrum of the park’s flora and fauna, in company with various breathtaking views of the Paine Massif, surrounding lakes, rivers, waterfalls and countryside. This is a day for those seeking the ultimate view where there is never a dull moment. We end our tour at the hotel for return of you Jeep companion and to enjoy a relaxing evening before dinner.

*Please see our Guide to Excursions for a detailed description on these activities as well as other available options.

Overnight
GOLD: Tierra Patagonia - Superior Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

SILVER: Estancia Cerro Guido - Standard Room (Breakfast, Lunch or Box Lunch & Dinner Included)

AM: Morning transfer from the hotel to the Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales airport for your flight to Santiago. Extend your trip in Chile with tours in Santiago, Atacama or Easter Island OR take an international connection home that same evening

(Breakfast Included)