Far South Expeditions

Far South Expeditions is a local Chilean wildlife tour operator specializing in nature and wildlife journeys across Patagonia and southern Chile. Founded in 1997, the company has more than two decades of experience designing and leading wildlife expeditions, with a particular focus on the remote ecosystems of Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego.

The company is best known for its Patagonia puma tracking tours, which they have pioneered in the Torres del Paine region. Their expeditions combine experienced naturalist guides with dedicated puma trackers who understand the animals' territories and behaviour. Guests can explore both Torres del Paine and the adjacent Estancia Laguna Amarga, a private property with particularly strong puma activity and a conservation focus.

Far South Expeditions operates small-group wildlife tours, with many expeditions limited to six guests, allowing for a more personal experience and better flexibility in the field. Beyond pumas, their programs cover the wider biodiversity of Patagonia, including Andean condors, guanacos, foxes, huemul deer, Patagonian skunks, penguins, dolphins, whales and a wide range of endemic Patagonian birds. Their guides combine wildlife knowledge, field tracking and photography expertise to help travelers experience the region beyond its famous landscapes.

Conservation is an important part of their approach. The company works in close contact with park authorities and local ranchers and promotes responsible wildlife observation, maintaining strict environmental standards and respecting minimum distances around pumas. Their work also supports conservation initiatives around Estancia Laguna Amarga, where protecting puma habitat and improving coexistence with local landowners are central to the region's long-term conservation efforts.