19-Day Chile Wildlife Expedition from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia

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Responds within 8h

Based in Chile

29+ years in safaris

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Why book with Far South Expeditions

Local Expert GuidesSmall groups4x4 safari vehiclesGuiding rooted in local knowledgeAccess to Remote Wilderness AreasWildlife Photography ExpertiseWildlife & Nature Interpretation

Operated by

Far South ExpeditionsView profile →

Responds within 8h

4.7 (58 reviews)•Chile • 29+ years

All ages are welcome • Up to 6 people

Destination: Chile

Operated in: English

Duration: 19 days

From

$14,654

per person

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Places you'll visit

Santiago

Iquique

Azapa valley

Putre

Lauka National Park

Arica

Chiloe Island

Chepu River

Tepuhueico Park

Punta Arenas

Torres del Paine

Porvenir

Map

Pickup available

Transfer from and to airport/hotel is included in price.

Tour Features

Mid-range

Handpicked lodges and camps in prime wildlife locations.
Comfortable stays with attentive service throughout the journey.

Solo traveler friendly

Perfect for solo explorers. Join a group, meet fellow travelers,
and enjoy a safe, welcoming adventure on your own schedule.

Shared tour

Join a small group of fellow travelers to share the adventure.
A social and cost-efficient way to experience safari.

Exclusive dates only

Limited-date departure for an intimate, curated journey.
Available only on select dates.

A trip that fits you

We're happy to make small tweaks to the route
or stays so the journey feels more personal.

Day by day

Day 1Flight to Iquique

Fly from Santiago to Iquique in northern Chile, where the wildlife expedition begins. After arriving, settle into your hotel before the journey into the Atacama Desert region.

Food: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2Iquique Harbour and the Desert Valleys

Day 3Azapa Valley and Journey to Putre

Day 4Parinacota and Lauca National Park

Day 5Surire Salt Flat at Sunrise

Day 6Return to the Coast and Fly to the Lake District

Day 7Chiloé Island and the Penguins of Puñihuil

Day 8Marine Wildlife and Caulín Bay

Day 9Chepu River and the Southern River Otter

Day 10Wildlife Exploration in Tepuhueico Park

Day 11Tepuhueico Park and Chiloé's Cultural Heritage

Day 12Flight to Punta Arenas and Magdalena Island

Day 13Journey to Torres del Paine National Park

Day 14-15Puma Tracking and Patagonian Wildlife

Day 16Pali Aike National Park and Tierra del Fuego

Day 17King Penguins at Useless Bay

Day 18Condors of Río Verde

Day 19Departure from Punta Arenas

* Due to availability, the accommodation may be changed to a property of the same standard. You will be informed in advance.

What's included

Included

All accommodations

All meals

Guide services

Transportation

Two ferry rides

Park entry fees

Excluded

International flights

Domestic flights

Travel insurance

Tips and gratuities

Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)

Animals to see

Wildlife sightings depend on local conditions, season and animal activity. The itinerary is designed to search for these species, but individual sightings are not guaranteed.

Andean Condor

Andean Deer

Andean Flamingo

Chilean Flamingo

Darwin's Fox

Guanaco

Humboldt Penguin

James's Flamingo

King Penguin

Kodkod

Magellanic Penguin

Mountain Viscacha

Peale's Dolphin

Pudu Deer

Puma

Puna Flamingo

Puna Rhea

South American Sea Lion

Southern River Otter

Rates per person

Nov 1 2027 - Nov 19 2027

Number of visitors	Adult	Teen13-17 years	Child4-12 years	Infant0-3 years
1	$14,654	Inquiry	Inquiry	Inquiry

Nov 6 2028 - Nov 24 2028

Flexible payment options available

✓ Secure your booking with a deposit

✓ Pay the remaining balance later

✓ Pay in full if you prefer

Need to cancel your booking?- No problem

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