Central Chile – Santiago to the Araucaria Forests
fromIn Birding Central Chile we’ll visit all the main habitats of central Chile in search of its avian bounty, including 7 Chilean endemic species. We’ll travel from the highlands above Santiago, to the temperate Nothofagus forests further south, birding in interior and coastal wetlands along the way. We have included a fantastic pelagic trip into the Humboldt Current, where we can see multiple species of Albatross and many other tubenoses.
The range of landscapes we’ll enjoy during this trip are truly spectacular, accommodation is comfortable, the local cuisine is tasty and the world-famous Chilean wine a real treat. The climate on this trip ranges from warm and dry around the Santiago area to cooler temperate further South. We’ll focus on finding the Chilean endemics and near-endemics.
DATES
10th Feb – 18th Feb 2021
30th Oct – 7th Nov 2021
29th Oct – 6th Nov 2022
Birding Central Chile can be be extended to include a pre-tour extension to Northern Chile, a post-tour extension to Patagonia, or both as an All of Chile package.
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Private trips can be organized as requested
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Activity Level Birding
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ITINERARY SUMMARY:
Day 1 – 10th Feb: Arrival in Santiago
Day 2 – 11th Feb: Birding Farellones and Valle Nevado
Day 3 – 12th Feb: Full day on the Pacific Coast
Day 4 – 13th Feb: Pelagic trip off Valparaiso and coastal birding
Day 5 – 14th Feb: The Yeso Valley and High Andes
Day 6 – 15th Feb: Colbún Lake and Vilches
Day 7 – 16th Feb: Altos de Lircay National Reserve
Day 8 – 17th Feb: Cerro Ñielol and Temuco
Day 9 – 18th Feb: Araucaria forest
Highlights
- A comprehensive trip through all habitats of Central Chile
- All central Chile’s endemic species
- Southern cone endemics of the temperate forests
- Incredible landscapes, from high mountains to prehistoric Araucaria forests
Pace
- Relaxed pace.
Ease of Birding
- Most species are easy to see. Most endemic species and Chilean specialties are quite reliable. Some understory and forest species can be skulkers, but playback usually lures them out.
- 10 nights of accommodation
- Transport: Comfortable vehicle, with a window seat for every passenger
- Internal flights
- English speaking guide with birding equipment
- Snacks (fruit, nuts, cereal bars, water)
- All meals
- Park entrance fees
- eBird checklists for the day’s stops
Additional information
Group Size
- This tour runs from 6 to 10 participants with one tour leader. Over more than 10 participants would be consider an additional tour guide.
Extensions
- Post-Tour: 18th - 23th Feb. 2021 Birding in Patagonia - Tierra del Fuego and Torres Del Paine
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