The condor has many unique qualities and characteristics that sets it apart from other birds. Curious to learn more? Test your wildlife knowledge with 15 fast facts about Andean condors.
Category Archives: Wildlife Guide
Love Animals? Check Out Our Top Wildlife Photos
Look closely and you may be able to spot Chile’s most magical creatures. The country is filled with beautiful wildlife, ranging from the massive Andean condor to the elusive puma. Our team at Cascada works hard to find these incredible animals, while also keeping a safe distance and respecting their environment. We’ve managed to get a […]
Birdwatching in Santiago? Get Those Binoculars Ready!
Did you know that Chile’s capital, Santiago, has more than enough to ensure that those binoculars are out at the ready? In this blog we interview expert guide/birdwatching extraordinaire, Raffaele di Biase, to discover just why birdwatching in a city as modern as Santiago can be so rewarding.
What You Might Spot On A Wildlife Safari
Venture into the unspoiled Torres del Paine National Park and you’re sure to see flocks, herds, colonies and packs of animals that you’ve never seen before, but it can be difficult to know exactly what you’re looking at and where to search for the more elusive creatures. That’s why a guided safari of Patagonia’s wildlife is the perfect way to see some of the plants and animals that lend Patagonia its unique feel.
All You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About the Humboldt Penguin
Meet the endearing Humboldt penguin, native to Chile and Peru’s Pacific coastline! The Humboldt is well-adapted to its environment, but is sadly facing ever more dangers in a changing natural world.
Photography in Patagonia: 10 Wildlife Photography Tips
Our Patagonia Puma Tracking Wildlife Discovery Adventure gets you as close as it’s possible to get to the flora and fauna of Torres del Paine National Park. Here’s our list of the top 10 tips and tricks for tackling the unique challenges and one-off rewards of wildlife photography in Patagonia!
Celebrate World Penguin Day With These 15 Facts about Penguins in Chile
Who doesn’t love an adorable penguin!? With their waddling gait, cute cries, and whimsical personalities, they are loved the world over, and Chile is one of the best places to see several species of penguins up close and personal. So to celebrate World Penguin Day, enjoy these facts about Chile’s favorite flightless birds (sorry, Lesser […]
Whales, Penguins, and Dolphins: Dive into Tierra del Fuego’s Underwater World
If you’ve ever wanted to see humpback whales breaching, visit a penguin colony, and sail through waters teeming with sea lions, dolphins, and other marine animals, Tierra del Fuego in southern Chile and Argentina is the place to go. Perched on the curling tip of the South American continent, the 18,000+ square miles of Tierra […]
Endangered huemul deer make comeback in Huilo Huilo
A victory was scored last week for wildlife conservation in Patagonia!
The Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in the Lake District has finally, after a thirty year absence, welcomed home a dearly departed friend – the huemul deer!
5 Fascinating Facts About Guanacos
If you visit Patagonia, chances are that the iconic image which stays with you will be the graceful guanaco, grazing against a snow-capped, mountainous horizon and an endless, azure sky. So let’s get to know the face that inspired a thousand camera clicks a little better…