Puma Encounter

Highlights

Highlights

• Team up with expert fauna trackers to catch remarkable moments in nature.
• Spend 2 cozy nights in one of EcoCamp's Suite Domes.
• Snap unique photos of fauna, potentially spotting huemul, puma, fox, ñandú and guanaco.

Included

Included

• English speaking specialist wildlife guide.
• Maximum group size: 6 people.
• 2 Night accommodation at an EcoCamp Suite Dome.
• Meals as indicated: 3 Breakfasts, 2 Box Lunches, 2 Dinners.
• All ground transport as indicated in the itinerary.

Not included

• Flight tickets.
• Transportation between Ecocamp and Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas or El Calafate. (This is included ONLY with Ecocamp programs and not their Extensions, like this one).
• Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee.
• Insurance (it is mandatory you purchase appropriate insurance for this trip).
• Voluntary tipping of guides and staff.
• Soft drinks or snacks not served with the meals included at the EcoCamp. Please bring cash to purchase extra drinks, snacks or souvenirs.
• Photo equipment, binoculars - please bring your own!.
• Additional personal items.
  
  

Accommodation

EcoCamp Patagonia

Ecocamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, with views of the majestic granite towers. The region’s first sustainable lodge south of the Amazon and the first of its kind in the Patagonian wilderness, EcoCamp offers upscale camping in domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 28m²/300ft²)

Suite domes were designed to further our goal of providing comfort in a natural setting with minimal environmental impact, and also maintain the hotel’s familiar and cozy vibe. The domes have comfortable double or twin beds, a wood stove and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome Loft
(2 floors, Heating & Private bathroom, 37m²/398ft²)

Suite dome lofts are two-storey domes which fit up to four people and have comfortable double or twin beds both up and downstairs. These domes, ideal for families or groups of friends, come with a wood stove, a private terrace and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Superior Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 23m²/250ft²)

Spacious, comfortable and equipped with private bathrooms, Superior Domes are the optimum choice for trekkers wanting that bit more space and comfort at the end of a long day’s walk. Each Superior Dome has comfortable queen-size or twin beds, a propane heater, skylight windows and a private bathroom with a sophisticated composting toilet

EcoCamp Patagonia Standard Dome
(Shared bathroom, 10m²/108ft²)

EcoCamp Standard domes were the world's first lodge accommodation in geodesic shape. They are resistant to the strong Patagonian winds, and come equipped with two single beds (doubles on request), cozy fleece blankets and feather quilts. There are windows in the ceiling for stargazing. Standard domes include shared bathrooms which are large, comfortable and gender divided.

Facts

Departures

Regular departures are available on request.

What is an EcoCamp extension?

EcoCamp Extensions are excursions you can book in addition to our regular EcoCamp programs, to enhance your experience in Patagonia. These tours can take place before or after your main program, but we recommend doing them afterward to maximize your arrival experience at EcoCamp with your fellow trekking or Safari group members. Transport in and out of the park is not included as these services are covered by your regular program with EcoCamp. If you wish to book an EcoCamp Extension without any other EcoCamp program please contact us so we can give you a quote.

Physical demands

This is an easy trip, which doesn’t demand extensive physical activity, other than walking a maximum of 2 consecutive hours over fairly flat terrain. We stop as many times as necessary depending on the rhythm of the group.

Transport

In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia, transportation is in minivans that seat 8 to 14 people. Pick-up/drop-off times are shown on the Weekly Transfer Board. These times are approximate and will be confirmed by our local operations team. An exclusive toll-free emergency number will be available for anyone needing additional support while they are in Chile.

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the saturated winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rain and even snow. Even in summer (December to March) you should come prepared to find cold- strong winds (up to 130 km/hr) and rainfall. Summer’s average temperature is 11ºC (52ºF), ranging between 2 to 24ºC (35 to 75ºF).

What you need to bring

Guests need to be prepared for all seasons in one day. We recommend a day backpack (10 liters - to carry your camera, glasses, raincoat, etc), trekking or hiking boots, extra shoes for evenings or in case other pairs get wet, waterproof jacket, 2 pairs of socks, fleece jacket or sweater, shorts or comfortable loose pants, sun protection (glasses, hat, lip balm and screen) and optional underwear for the upper and lower body. Also bring cash to buy extra drinks,snacks or souvenirs in Torres del Paine National Park.

Itinerary modifications

We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on safety/weather considerations.