Wildlife observation in Latin America is a memorable experience. It is home to an immense variety of birds, exotic mammals and reptiles, such as caiman, giant anacondas, scarlet ibises, toucans, storks, anteaters, monkeys and capybaras. Comfortable lodges and boats located in national parks and reserves allow you to get to the heart of the action.
The Galapagos Islands (near Ecuador)
The Galapagos Islands offer a unique environment for an amazing wildlife experience. It is a national park and also declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Giant Tortoises, iguanas, penguins, sea lions, whales, dolphins and a wide variety of birds to name just a few. Speak to one of our Galapagos travel consultants for advice on boats and the best time of year to travel. Combine with Ecuador mainland and Peru.
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The Pantanal (Brazil)
This is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts where animals are easier to spot than in the Amazon. This wetland region is a hugely diverse habitat. It is possible to see piranha, macaws, anacondas, giant anteaters, monkeys and armadillos plus much more! We feature both the northern and southern Pantanal – speak to a member of staff for the best time to visit and subtle differences between the regions and lodges.
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Los Llanos (Venezuela)
Low-lying savannah plains provide an off-the-beaten track safari experience. Flat grasslands ensure that animals are relatively easy to spot. You stand a good chance of seeing capybara, caiman, monkeys, anacondas, ocelot and river dolphins. There are approximately 360 species of birds. The wet season turns the whole area into a giant inland sea.
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Peninsula Valdes (Argentina)
Declared an UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, the peninsula is a nature reserve. Whales, penguins, sea lions, elephant seals and an abundant bird life.
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Antarctica
Exploring this vast polar wilderness is a truly memorable experience. The area is teeming with penguins, whales, seals and petrels. Combine with Chile and Argentina.
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Other recommended wildlife trips:
Costa Rica
- Corcovado National Park (Tapirs, monkeys, bats, toucans and scarlet macaws)
- Tiskita (Monkeys, sloths, bats, coatis, anteaters, bird life and turtles)
- Tortuguero (Green turtles, bird life, monkeys, sloths, caiman and frogs)
- Monteverde Cloud Forest
- Cano Negro
Peru
Ecuador
Belize
Brazil
- Fernando do Noronha (Sharks, turtles, spinner dolphins, tropical fish and sea birds)
- Amazon (Monkeys, capybara, caiman, sloths, pink dolphins)
Argentina
Chile
Panama
