Patagonia 7 Eco-Regions Birding Tour
A birding journey across seven Patagonian eco-regions in Argentina and Chile, from Monte scrub and steppe to Araucaria forest, rainforest, mountains and coast.
About this tour
A birding journey across seven Patagonian eco-regions in Argentina and Chile, from Monte scrub and steppe to Araucaria forest, rainforest, mountains and coast.
We have designed this itinerary as the only possible combination to visit in a single trip the 7 natural regions of Patagonia. In one tour and traveling around only 540km.
Patagonia has 7 natural regions to explore: Subantarctic forest, Patagonian Steppe, Monte Region (endemic to Argentina), High Andes, Southern Wetlands, Central valley of Chile and the southern cone Coast.
There are also 4 types of forest: the Patagonian Cypress forest, the Araucaria forest -only seen here-, the typical Southern Beech forest (Nothofagus sp.), and the cold Valdivian Rainforest. This itinerary is the only one that allows us to see them all.
In its Lakes District, Patagonia presents the greatest biological diversity, and there is no other possible trip where all its natural ecosystems can be connected, as you can see in the map. Within 500km we can explore 90% of the 400 bird species and all the diversity the area has to offer.
This itinerary allows us to look for birds, as well as unique mammals, cultures, and landscapes that still remain untouched.
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.
Itinerary ▼
Arrival in Buenos Aires to rest, and overnight stay.
We fly to Neuquén to begin birding in the Monte scrublands and surrounding arid environments before ending the day in Zapala.
A full day around Zapalaâs lakes offers excellent birding with highlights such as flamingos, grebes, plovers and ducks.
We travel through the Patagonian Steppe to the Collón Curá Valley for highly productive birding and chances of Andean Condor before reaching JunÃn de los Andes for the night.
We explore ancient Araucaria forests inside the National Park, learning about Mapuche culture and observing key forest species before overnighting in San MartÃn de los Andes.
We bird around San MartÃn de los Andes, visiting Rosales Lake and the Chapelco Hills for forest and high-mountain species.
We visit a local wetland reserve before birding along the â7 Lakesâ road en route to Villa La Angostura for the night.
We cross the Andes via the scenic Puyehue Pass and continue to the Pacific coast to overnight in Pucatrihue.
A full day of coastal birding includes several shoreline sites and a possible offshore trip to see seabirds and penguins before returning to Pucatrihue.
We head to Puyehue National Park to explore the temperate rainforest, look for tapaculos and other specialties, and optionally enjoy thermal baths before staying in Puyehue.
We bird the unique humid forests of Puyehue and ascend to volcanic highlands seeking high-altitude species before another night in Puyehue.
We recross the Andes to Argentina, bird Lake Nahuel Huapi and Barilocheâs surroundings, and enjoy dramatic landscapes throughout the day.
We ascend a mountain via ski lifts to search for high-altitude speciesâsnow permittingâbefore having lunch in the high refuges.
We enjoy a final morning of birding in Patagonia before flying back to Buenos Aires for optional connecting flights or a farewell dinner.
Transfer to the international airport for departure.
Locations & map
- Northern Patagonia, Argentina and Chile - PATAGONIA FOREST, SHORELINES, PATAGONIA STEPPES, CENTRAL VALLEY OF CHILE, MONTE, PUNA AND HIGH ANDES Argentina (Seasonal conditions and packing advice are confirmed before departure.)
Availability & pricing
Included
- Professional birding guide or ornithologist - Buenos Días Birding states that experienced birding guides and/or ornithologists are selected for each itinerary.
Not included
- Services not specified in the final quote - Accommodation, ground transport, meals, entrance fees and other inclusions must be confirmed for the selected itinerary.
Policies & FAQ
Can this itinerary be customized?
Yes. Buenos Días Birding specializes in tailor-made birding trips. Route, duration, pace and target priorities are confirmed after inquiry.
Are prices and dates fixed?
A published 2027 small-group departure is shown, but current availability and final terms must be reconfirmed after inquiry.
What is included?
The exact accommodation, transport, meals, entrance fees, guiding and other services are provided in the final itinerary and quote.