Patagonian Puma Tracking
Grassland & Savanna
Mammals
Advanced
Chile — Torres del Paine
May to September
Overview
Track wild pumas hunting guanacos against dramatic Patagonian scenery.
Equipment
- Spotting scope
- Warm wind-proof layers
- GPS tracker
- Emergency blanket
Safety Notes
- Extreme winds can exceed 100 km/h
- Hypothermia risk — carry emergency shelter always
Identification Tips
1
Pumas hunt at dawn and dusk near guanaco herds
2
Fresh scrapes and scat indicate territory boundaries
3
Condors circling may indicate a kill site
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Puma | uncommon | Dawn/dusk near guanaco herds |
| Guanaco | common | Open grassland herds |
| Andean Condor | common | Soaring on thermals |
| Darwin's Rhea | uncommon | Open steppe grassland |