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Birding the Patagonian Steppes

Available from August to May

TRIP TYPE
Full Day

DURATION
10 hours

DEPARTING FROM
Punta Arenas

GROUP SIZE (MAX)
8 Guests

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ABOUT THIS TRIP

Day trip from Punta Arenas, Chile

During this full day birding trip in Patagonia, we will concentrate on the birds and other wildlife of the vast Patagonian steppes and the alkaline ponds and wetlands north of Punta Arenas. Key areas to be visited include San Gregorio, Dinamarquero to Pali Aike road and Laguna de los Palos. 

If you have time in the area, consider also booking our Birding the Magellan Straits day trip, with a totally different array of birds, wildlife and scenery. This tour is highly recommended for cruise passengers with limited time at the port of Punta Arenas.

PRICE FROM

$311 – $684 

Per person · Price varies by group size (1–8 guests)
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Itinerary in brief

In the morning, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Punta Arenas, before heading in a north-northeasterly direction into the vast Patagonian steppes.

Punta Arenas Hotel pick-up

We'll spend most of the day in the vast Patagonian steppes, as well as on the shores of the alkaline ponds and wetlands north of Punta Arenas. Special importance will be given to the areas of San Gregorio, Dinamarquero to Pali Aike road and Laguna de los Palos.

Among our target species will be interesting shorebirds including Magellanic and Two-banded Plovers, Tawny-throated and Rufous-chested Dotterels, and Least Seedsnipe. Chilean Flamingos, Black-necked and Coscoroba Swans as well as thousands of waders such as Wilson's Phalarope, Baird's and White-rumped Sandpipers will be common at the roadside wetlands while we explore and enjoy the beauty of this big open sky country.

We will also bird the shrubby slopes and moorlands in search of specialties such as Austral Canastero, Band-tailed Earthcreeper, Chocolate-vented Tyrant and the stunning White-bridled Finch.

Magellanic Plover Chilean Flamingo Coscoroba Swan Wilson's Phalarope Austral Canastero White-bridled Finch San Gregorio Laguna de los Palos

At the end of our day in the impressive Patagonian steppes, we'll bring you back to your hotel in Punta Arenas, where the trip ends.

Punta Arenas Hotel drop-off
WHAT MAKES THIS TRIP SPECIAL

Trip Highlights​

01
Diverse Bird Species of the Open Sky Country

A large array of different bird species across the vast wind-swept Patagonian steppes, alkaline ponds and wetlands north of Punta Arenas.

02
Shorebirds & Wetland Waders

Magellanic and Two-banded Plovers, Tawny-throated and Rufous-chested Dotterels, Least Seedsnipe, Chilean Flamingos, Black-necked and Coscoroba Swans, plus Wilson's Phalarope and Baird's and White-rumped Sandpipers.

03
Shrubland Specialties

Austral Canastero, Band-tailed Earthcreeper, Chocolate-vented Tyrant and the stunning White-bridled Finch in the shrubby slopes and moorlands.

04
Rare Tinamous

Good chances to see the rare and locally restricted Elegant Tinamou and Patagonian Tinamou.

05
Patagonian Mammals

South American Gray Fox, Guanaco, Big Hairy Armadillo and Patagonian Hog-nosed Skunk.

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Dates & Rates

Price per Person by Group Size
No. of Guests Price per Person (USD)
1 Guest $684
2 Guests $367
3 or more Guests Best Value $311
The above prices are per person in US Dollars. All payments are in US Dollars.
Trips are guaranteed to depart with a minimum of 1 participant. Maximum group size: 8 guests.
WHAT’S INCLUDED

Trip inclusions & exclusions

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Private transportation during the tour
  • Expert guide services
  • Packed lunch
  • Bottled water

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

  • Domestic flights
  • Tipping for restaurants and guides
  • Travel insurance
  • Entrance tax to Chile
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Private excursions
  • À la carte dishes, snacks, drinks
  • Laundry, telephone calls
  • Anything of a purely personal nature
Booking Information
Trip Registration
To secure your reservation for this trip, please fill out our online registration form. Upon receipt, an initial deposit of 30% of the total trip cost will be requested. The settlement of the remaining balance must be completed no later than 60 days before the departure date.
Currency
US Dollars
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Commissions are to be assumed by the client.
Terms for Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation Policy
To cancel a booking, the individual who made the reservation must provide written notice to Far South Expeditions. The cancellation becomes official on the date the correspondence is received.
120+ days before departure
A refund of 70% of the deposit will be issued.
119 – 91 days before
A refund of 50% of the deposit will be issued.
90 – 61 days before
The trip deposit remains non-refundable, though any further payments toward the balance will be returned in full.
60 days or fewer prior to departure
No refund of any kind is available.
These Terms for Cancellation and Refunds are equally applicable to all pre-tour and post-tour extensions, including any requests for trip transfers. To safeguard your investment against unforeseen circumstances, the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance is highly recommended.
Trip Details
Day Trip Essentials
Custom Departures
This trip is available from August through May. You choose the date that works best for your schedule.
Ideal for Cruise Passengers
This tour is highly recommended for cruise passengers with limited time at the port of Punta Arenas.
Reminder: Kindly ensure the final balance is settled by the due date to maintain your reservation.

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Route overview

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Punta Arenas
53.1638° S, 70.9171° W
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Birding the Patagonian Steppes
Day Trip from Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
53.1638° S, 70.9171° W · Hotel pickup
Start Hotel pick-up & departure
Laguna de los Palos
52.72179° S, 71.04748° W · Alkaline wetland
Stop 1 Chilean Flamingos, Black-necked & Coscoroba Swans
San Gregorio
52.23540° S, 70.27569° W · Patagonian steppes
Stop 2 Shorebirds · Magellanic & Two-banded Plovers
Pali Aike Road
52.13679° S, 70.00929° W · Shrubby slopes
Stop 3 Austral Canastero, Band-tailed Earthcreeper, White-bridled Finch
Punta Arenas — End of Tour
53.1638° S, 70.9171° W · Hotel drop-off
End Return to hotel in Punta Arenas
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