Iberá Wetlands Birding Tour

A flexible two- to six-day birding journey through Iberá wetlands, grasslands and Humid Chaco forest by boat, vehicle and on foot.

The Iberá Wetlands are a must-see for birdwatchers seeking this mega-diverse region of South America. Located in northeastern Argentina, the wetlands cover an impressive 15,000 km², all very well protected within the park. The area is renowned for its abundance of birds, with over 500 recorded species,  including the Strange-tailed Tyrant, Black-and-wihite Monjita, Crested Doradito, Greater Rhea, Red-and-green Macaw,  Streamer-tailed Tyrant or the amazing diversity of Seedeaters, tinamous, raptors and rails.Surrounding the wetlands, the impressive forests of the Humid Chaco and the subtropical Pampas grasslands complete the list.By boat, car, or on foot along trails, we can access this well-preserved habitat, with excellent views of species difficult to find elsewhere.

Furthermore, the Iberá Wetlands are home to a variety of South America's most emblematic mammal species, including reintroduced ones such as the jaguar, the giant anteater, and the maned wolf.

The vast Iberá region has 10 access points, and we'll visit our favorites in the north, renowned for their diversity. This includes the small town of Loreto, founded in 1610, where we often stay at Argentina's unique lodge for birders: Iberá Birding Lodge. 

For those who also want to experience a culture preserved through time and the region's rich gastronomy, this trip makes Iberá an even more exciting destination.

Buenos Días Birding presents this as a tailor-made itinerary unless a fixed departure is listed below. Exact availability, accommodation, transport, inclusions and the final quote are confirmed after a BirdWatch.info inquiry.

One of South America’s great wetlands

The Iberá region combines vast marshes and lagoons with grasslands and Humid Chaco woodland. Buenos Días Birding notes more than 500 bird species in the broader region and uses several access points, with northern routes around Loreto among its preferred options.

Birding by land and water

Depending on the selected route, exploration can combine boat trips, vehicle-based birding, walking and kayaking. The wetlands also support conspicuous mammals, while local culture and gastronomy can form part of a tailor-made journey.

Flexible two- to six-day format

The operator offers itineraries from two to six days and over substantial distances. The four-day framework below follows places and activities used in its published Northeast Argentina programme; it can be shortened or extended after inquiry.