Nature and Wildlife

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Nature and Wildlife Holidays in South America

Spanning from the tropical rainforest to Antarctica, there is a vast range of natural areas and animals...

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One of the main reasons to visit South America is for it’s outstanding nature and wildlife. Its incredible landscapes leave most in wonder and wanting to come back and see more. Just travelling within Chile and Argentina, can take you from trekking over immense glaciers, to cycling through dry desert and riding a boat into the fierce flows of the Iguazu Falls, so imagine the possibilities across the continent!

For those with an interest in wildlife specifically, South America is abundant with opportunities to see a huge variety of animals and is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Some of the key wildlife hotspots on the continent include the open plains of the Pantanal wetlands, the dense Amazon Rainforest and the whale inhabited waters of Brazil and Argentina’s Atlantic coast… but there are many many more!
With so much to see and do, the real problem lies in deciding on where to go with the time that you have.

In this section we have tried to outline some of the key nature and wildlife attractions for each region, so for more country specific information, please follow the links below...

Our Top Five Nature and Wildlife Hotels in Argentina:

  1. Awasi Iguazu - Main Area

    Awasi Iguazu

    Awasi Iguazu is a new, luxury option, in and around the Iguazu Falls on the Argentine side of the border. Owned and operated by the Awasi chain (who operate a couple of the best properties in Chile, the Awasi Atacama and the Awasi Patagonia) this is a very classy new option and has shaken up the... More...

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  2. Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa - Location

    Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa

    Located at around 5 minutes drive out of the town, Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa is one of two fantastic hotels in the area. Designed along the lines of a ski chalet, using plenty of warm yellow Lenga wood in its construction, the hotel offers a great variety of food, activities and overall luxury... More...

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  3. Rincon del Socorro - Bar

    Rincon del Socorro

    Certainly the best of the properties around the Esteros, the Rincon del Socorro is loosely based around the concept of an estancia, with a series of buildings dispersed around the main building which has the dining area and relaxing areas. The buildings themselves have a veranda area that runs... More...

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  4. Estancia Rincon Chico

    Estancia Rincon Chico

    Our preferred estancia on the Peninsular, the Estancia Rincon Chico is a great place to get a feel for what it is all about, coming to this area of the world. The focus here is on privacy and intimate views of the wildlife of this beautiful area. Making use of their private beach and large property... More...

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  5. Estancia Cristina - External View

    Estancia Cristina

    A secluded lodge with exclusive access to the Upsala Glacier and Los Glaciares National Park, Estancia Cristina is one of the more difficult places to get to in and around El Calafate but is more than worth the effort once you do. Offering a range of activities and an insight into the history of... More...

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