Tour in Tierra

Designed especially for lovers of nature and photography, this photo safari is a unique experience which introduces participants to the majesty and biodiversity of the mythical Torres del Paine National Park. There will be the opportunity to photograph not only incredible landscapes and capture the ever changing panoramas of Patagonia, but also spot the animals and birds of the area, and if luck is on our side, the elusive puma. Among these ancient forests, giant icebergs and the Patagonian pampa (flat grasslands), adventurous guests will be guided by the outstanding Chilean photographer, Pia Vergara. She has worked in the area for years and will lead the group to the best locations for photographers.Tierra is offering a six day program that includes visits to highlights of the National Park, including places like Laguna Azul, Lago Pehoe, Estancia Lazo, Lago Nordenskjold and Lago Grey. Participants will see Patagonian fauna up close and be thrilled by sightings of guanacos, foxes, huemules (native deer) and a great variety of birds, from woodpeckers to the majestic condor, one of the largest flying birds in the world.ransfer from the airport in Punta Arenas (PUQ) to Tierra Patagonia. Welcome cocktail and introduction to participants and the Puma Team running the safari.Every time the sun rises and sets, Patagonia shows its colors. The first dawn will be at Lago Sarmiento, boasting the unique formations known as thrombolites, natural sculptures on the lakeshore. Following breakfast, the group heads out towards Laguna Amarga, passing through “Cañadon Macho”, an area with many guanacos. Next, the safari continues across the Patagonian pampa to reach Laguna Azul, with its woody shores and clear blue waters. From here there is an incredible view as the lake reflects the towers and the Paine massif. After a picnic lunch, participants will use their cameras to capture the great variety of birds and foxes on a hike around the lake. Return to the hotel in time to photograph the sunset.Watch dawn break over the mountains from Cerro Guido, one of the largest ranches in the area with major historical and cultural significance before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Next, hike to “Condoreras”, a cliff with an unbeatable view of Lago Sarmiento and an amazing lookout point for condors and eagles flying over above. Following lunch at the hotel, head out to Laguna Verde and Estancia Lazo with wonderful views of the “Cuernos” or Horns of Paine. Walk through the Magellanic forest and enjoy this magical spot at the end of the world where there are opportunities to capture great shots of the sunset. Leave the hotel early to watch the sunrise on the shore of Lake Nordenskjold, a lake with unique colors and spectacular views of the Valle del Frances and the Paine massif. Enjoy breakfast in these other worldly surroundings before heading out on a hike to Lago Sarmiento. After a picnic lunch, the group will visit Lago Pehoe which offers the perfect setting to see the reflection of the Cuernos Del Paine in its crystal clear waters. See one of the most impressive waterfalls in Torres Del Paine at Salto Grande, where the power and force of water in Patagonia is clear. From here, a 2 hour hike towards the Paine Grande glacier and a wonderful view of the legendary horns or “Cuernos del Paine” from an ideal lookout point. Enjoy the sunset before returning to the hotel.