Puma in profile at sunset
Four people crouching with tripods and lenses in Torres del Paine
Puma in profile scratching its head
Four people with camera and lens in Torres del Paine
Two pumas devouring prey
Two people with camouflage clothing and photographic equipment
Landscape with puma on the prowl
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Puma Tracking Torres del Paine

A puma watching tour to The Land of the Pumas with a private tracking guide

(1 reviews)
Puerto Natales
1 day
Spanish and English
Starts: Lodging in Puerto Natales at 6am
Ends: Lodging in Puerto Natales around 1pm
Free cancellation!

Briefing

The Puma Tracking Torres del Paine tour is offered as a private experience, so you'll get personalized service, more time at each stop, and an itinerary that’s tailored to your needs. This tour takes place in the Torres del Paine National Park, accompanied by a private official Puma Tracker guide, so you can learn all about this amazing big cat firsthand.

We'll head to "The Land of the Pumas" in private 4x4 vehicles, with a maximum of three guests plus the guide. Inside the park, there’s a well-designed network of roads that makes it easy to get around while searching for pumas. These trails can only be accessed through this type of tour since you need special permits and vehicles. Plus, you won’t have to worry about transportation because this puma spotting tour also includes round-trip transfers from Puerto Natales. Your only job will be to enjoy the beauty of the pumas and their natural habitat.

It’s definitely a unique experience for all wildlife lovers, and we always follow guidelines to respect the animals.

Tour details

Included

  • Transportation in private 4x4 vehicle
  • Specialist guide Puma tracking
  • Box lunch

Not included

  • Entrance to Torres del Paine National Park

Important information

Please note that this is a tour for people over 14 years old.

The tour is done in private 4x4 vehicles with a maximum of 3 travelers on board. If you are more than 3, you will be assigned a second vehicle.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation!

If you cancel your reservation up to 7 days before the start of the activity, we will refund 100% of the payment made to book. If you cancel less than 7 days before the start of the activity, no refund will be applied.

Tour itinerary

Puma tour in Torres del Paine

Duration: 6-7 hours

Difficulty: medium

Type of vehicle: Toyota Fortuner 4x4 or similar.

Pick up from Puerto Natales and transfer to Torres del Paine

In Puerto Natales we will pick you up at your accommodation around 6am and drive in our 4x4 vehicles directly to the Torres del Paine area where the pumas live. This trip will take about an hour.

We will have to get up very early, as the departure is scheduled very early in order to be in the park at dawn.

Torres del Paine snowy landscape

Puma Sightings

When we arrive at the park and after checking in for our tickets, we will start searching in various areas of the park to cover more ground and increase our chances of seeing the pumas roaming their territory, always accompanied by our official guide. Get your cameras ready! When we find a puma, we will try to identify it so we know how to get closer and take incredible pictures.

Boy with camera, lens and camouflage clothes

Return to Puerto Natales

The experience lasts between 6 and 7 hours, depending on how easy it is to locate the pumas. After this time we will return to Puerto Natales so you can rest at your lodging and enjoy the videos and photos you have taken.

Puma sitting on a rock

What to bring to Puma Tracking Torres del Paine tour

Keep in mind that cougar watching is an activity that takes place in a natural environment, so the type of clothing or technical equipment must be as specific as possible.

Here is a list of essential items:

  • Clothes in neutral colors such as brown, gray, camouflage, etc. In some moments we will stay still for a long time and it is best to "go unnoticed" so that the pumas feel as calm as possible.
  • Comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing for all types of weather.
  • Rain jacket
  • First layers on top and bottom
  • Hat for the sun
  • Hat in case it gets cold
  • Gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen +50
  • Water bottle or thermos

And if you are experts in photography, we give you the following recommendations to bring:

 Photographic equipment

 Minimum focal length 400 mm.

 Recommended 600/500mm.

 For landscapes, a lens of 14-24 mm/ 15-35 mm.

 Tripod.

 Binoculars.

 Additional memory cards.

 Extra batteries.

Where does the tour Puma Tracking Torres del Paine start

The tour includes pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Puerto Natales. In the booking confirmation email, you will be able to specify the name of your hotel/accommodation.

Questions & Answers

  • When should the entrance fee to Torres del Paine Park be purchased?

    The entrance fee to Torres del Paine Park must be purchased online, at least one day before the start of the excursion, at https://www.pasesparques.cl/en/parks/torres-del-paine. At the time of pick-up, the guide will ask all passengers, including children and seniors, for their entrance tickets. If a passenger does not have his/her tickets, he/she will not be able to attend the tour and there will be no refund.

  • What is the entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park?

    • Adult: us$39.00per person.
    • Teenager from 14 to 17 years old: us$20,00 per person.

  • What to do if I encounter a mountain lion?

    If you encounter a mountain lion, stay calm, pretend you are big, make a lot of noise, don't turn your back and don't run away, as the mountain lion may think you are its prey.

  • Can children attend this activity?

    No, although children are allowed in Torres del Paine Park, the minimum age for this activity is 14 years old.

  • What documentation do I need to bring to access Torres del Paine National Park?

    To access Torres del Paine National Park you must present your valid passport, in addition to the park entrance fee.

  • What is included in the lunch box?

    Meat or vegetarian sandwich, protein bar, chocolate bar, fruit, dried fruit and nuts, water

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