Iberá Wetlands | Patagonia | Lake District
Our Impact Journey into South America
From pioneering jaguar and puma conservation to our community & sustainability projects
Your journey at a glance
Some adventures take you to beautiful places. This one takes you further.
From the tree-lined boulevards of Buenos Aires to the wild heart of Patagonia, from the rebirth of species in Argentina’s wetlands to the volcanic stillness of Chile’s Lake District, this itinerary is a celebration of nature’s power to inspire, to heal and to awaken.
Crafted with intention and guided by some of South America’s most passionate conservation voices, this journey invites you to see the world not only as it is, but as it could be. It’s a story of wild landscapes, enduring cultures and unforgettable encounters, each day shaped by purpose, place and possibility. Welcome to an Impact Journey that goes beyond the map.
1 night Buenos Aires | 2 nights Iberá Wetlands | 1 night Santiago | 6 nights Patagonia | 4 nights Lake District
*A seat on this journey includes a donation contribution to Fundación Rewilding Argentina
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A taste of what to expect…
Day 1 | Arrival
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, an &Beyond representative will meet you at the airport and accompany you to your hotel.
Welcome to Argentina’s spirited capital — a city of elegance, intensity, and irresistible rhythm. Often called the Paris of South America, Buenos Aires blends European elegance with Latin passion. Wide boulevards, neoclassical facades and sprawling parks give way to barrios pulsing with creativity, colour and contradiction.
Wander through San Telmo, where antique shops and tango dancers fill cobbled streets, or explore Palermo’s leafy lanes, where design studios, wine bars and murals await discovery. Every neighbourhood tells its own story — some whispered, some sung. The city’s soul can be felt in the swirl of tango, in smoky parrillas where the scent of asado lingers, and in the easy warmth of its people, the porteños, whose charm is as effortless as their style.
Tonight is yours to relax, explore at your own pace, or begin your journey into Argentine flavours and flair.
Day 2 to 4
Iberá Wetlands, Argentina
This morning, after breakfast, you’ll be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Posadas. Upon arrival, a charter flight will carry you across Argentina’s northeast plains to the serene heart of the Iberá Wetlands.
Your destination is Rincón del Socorro — a former cattle ranch turned conservation haven. Originally established in 1896 and later restored by the late environmentalist Douglas Tompkins, the lodge blends classic European-style architecture with the wild soul of the wetlands. Breezy verandas offer respite from the midday sun, while a fireplace in the main lounge brings warmth to cooler evenings. Outside, the pool glistens under an open sky, accompanied by the gentle trill of budgerigars.
Over the next two days, you’ll explore this rich ecosystem — home to caimans, capybaras, marsh deer, and over 350 bird species. Whether walking, boating, or simply pausing to listen, the wetlands invite a slower rhythm and a deeper connection.
Day 5
Iberá Wetlands
After breakfast, your journey continues deep into the heart of the Iberá Wetlands, as you set out for a full-day exploration of San Alonso Island — a place where nature is not only protected but reborn.
Once a remote cattle ranch perched on a sandy rise, San Alonso is now the beating heart of one of South America’s most ambitious conservation efforts. Thanks to the vision and dedication of Rewilding Argentina, this land has transformed into a sanctuary of hope and homecoming.
Here, on this remote island, you’ll be joined by your host, Sofia Heinonen, Executive Director of Rewilding Argentina and one of Latin America’s leading conservation voices, as you visit the Yaguareté Reintroduction Centre, the cornerstone of the continent’s most ambitious wildlife restoration effort. With a bit of luck and quiet observation, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive jaguar, reintroduced to these lands after more than 70 years of absence. A sighting is never guaranteed, but even the possibility carries a rare kind of thrill.
Return to Rincón del Socorro in the late afternoon, with your senses awakened and your heart just a little wilder.
REWILDING JAGUARS IN ARGENTINA
Sebastián Di Martino from Rewilding Argentina describes the six-year process that led to the release of the animals, speaking about the threats and the challenges faced, as well as the lessons learned from conservation and translocation projects in Africa.
Jaguar Reintroduction Project
Jaguar reclaim their place in Argentina’s Iberá Wetlands after an absence of over 70 years
Day 6
Santiago, Chile
After breakfast, you’ll bid farewell to the wetlands and board your charter flight back to Posadas, followed by a connecting flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, a short transfer will take you to the international airport for your onward journey to Chile.
Welcome to Chile’s bustling capital city. Touching down in Santiago, the rhythm shifts again, from wild wetlands to the sophisticated charm of one of South America’s most cosmopolitan capitals. You’ll be met by an &Beyond representative and transferred to your hotel.
Whether you choose to unwind beside the palm-fringed pool or enjoy a quiet evening in the hotel’s refined restaurants, tonight invites rest and renewal. Tomorrow, a new adventure begins.
Day 7
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your scheduled flight south to Puerto Natales, gateway to one of the last true wildernesses on Earth.
Welcome to Chilean Patagonia: a realm of raw beauty and staggering contrasts. Here, the landscape unfolds in sweeping gestures — windswept steppes, ancient lenga forests, and glacier-fed lakes that shimmer beneath skies that feel twice as wide. At its heart stands Torres del Paine National Park, where iconic granite spires claw skyward, and silence is broken only by the crack of ice or the cry of a condor. It’s a place where time is measured not in hours, but in elements.
You’ll be staying at Estancia Cerro Guido, a working ranch steeped in Patagonian heritage and framed by cinematic views. This is the beginning of your Patagonian chapter. Rugged, remote, and breathtakingly real.
Day 8
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
On Day 8, your journey takes a meaningful turn, one that delves not only into Patagonia’s wild beauty but into the purposeful work of protecting it.
Today you’ll set out on a full-day Conservation Safari, an immersive experience led by the Cerro Guido Conservation Foundation. This is no ordinary excursion, it’s a window into the intricate balance of nature, science, and sustainable coexistence on the Patagonian steppe.
The days that follow offer time to deepen your exploration or simply absorb the quiet grandeur of Torres del Paine. Hike across ridgelines, ride alongside gauchos, or pause in stillness and let the wind write its stories across the plains.
Day 9 and 10
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
The next two days offer the freedom to choose your own pace, whether you’re drawn to panoramic vistas, cultural stories, or the quiet companionship of a horse crossing wild terrain.
Here are a few curated experiences available to you during your stay at Estancia Cerro Guido:
- Overland Torres del Paine safari: Set out on a sweeping journey across the Torres del Paine National Park, tracing the contours of a landscape carved by ice, wind and time. Travel overland from Lago del Toro to the southern entrance of the park, where each bend in the road reveals new wonders: glacier-fed lakes, forests stitched with lenga trees and the iconic peaks that define Patagonia’s skyline.
- Segunda Barranca Shepherd’s ride: Saddle up for an unforgettable horseback adventure. This full-day ride begins with an ascent into the upper Sierra Contreras, leading toward the historic Segunda Barranca, a once-remote sector now part of Cerro Guido. Ride through varied terrain, from rugged ridgelines to a tranquil Nothofagus Forest, where native trees whisper with the wind.
- Historical and cultural ranch experience: Step into the story of Patagonian ranch life with a guided tour through Cerro Guido’s rich cultural heritage. Explore the estancia’s century-old buildings, including the main house, orchard, and shearing shed, and discover how generations of pioneers shaped life on this remote frontier.
Day 11
Lake District, Chile
&Beyond Vira Vira
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Puerto Natales Airport for your flight to Puerto Montt, the gateway to Chile’s lush Lake District. Upon arrival, an &Beyond representative will meet you and accompany you on a scenic drive to your lodge, &Beyond Vira Vira — your new home amid forests, rivers, and volcanoes.
Welcome to Chile’s adventure capital. Nestled near the alpine town of Pucón, this is a land where fire and water meet: snow-dusted volcanoes, glacial lakes, steaming hot springs and thick woodlands define the terrain. It’s long been known as the adventure capital of Chile, and for good reason — kayaking, trekking, rafting, fly-fishing, and even skiing are just a few of the adventures that await. But this place offers more than just adrenaline, it offers depth.
Each day at Vira Vira brings a new choice, curated by expert guides who live and breathe this landscape. With more than 30 excursions available, they’ll tailor every experience to your pace, your passions, and your curiosity. Jorge Herrera, the lodge’s dedicated Impact Officer, will also be by your side throughout, ensuring your journey is thoughtful, purposeful, and deeply personal.
Day 12 to 14
Lake District, Chile
&Beyond Vira Vira
Over the next three days, the wonders of &Beyond Vira Vira unfold in full. As you settle into the rhythms of lodge life, you’ll meet with your expert guide to discuss the wide array of curated experiences available, each designed to connect you to the essence of this remarkable landscape and its people.
Our favourite lodge experiences
Whether your spirit leans toward adventure, culture, or stillness, your time here is crafted around you. Here are just a few of the many possibilities:
Day 15 | Departure
Lake District, Chile
&Beyond Vira Vira
After days of wonder and wide-open beauty, today brings a gentle return to the rhythm of travel. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Santiago, where you’ll connect to your international journey home.
Over the past two weeks, you’ve traced a path through some of South America’s most extraordinary places, from vibrant city boulevards to wild, wind-swept plains and quiet forest trails. You’ve met communities who live close to the land, seen wildlife reclaiming their habitats, and felt the deep, grounding stillness that only wild nature offers.
As you head home, may you carry not just memories, but a renewed sense of connection — to the world, to its stories, and to your place within them.
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Rates
What's included
- Accommodation in the hotels indicated in the program
- Full board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks) as well as all beverages (except premium wines and spirits) at Rincón del Socorro, Cerro Guido and &BEYOND Vira Vira
- Breakfast at hotel in Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary and according to the inclusive options available at each property
- Assistance of expert guides on excursions
- Arrival and departure transfers in each destination
- Domestic flights in Argentina and Chile, international flight Buenos Aires / Santiago de Chile
- Airport taxes
- Luggage - 1 suitcase of 23 kg's and one item of hand luggage, per person
- Conservation presentations by experts in Iberá and Patagonia
- Jaguar sighting excursion in Iberá and Pumas in Patagonia
- A USD 10 000 group donation contribution to Fundación Rewilding Argentina
What's not included
- International air tickets and taxes
- Extra expenses at each property and excursions
- Champagne, cognacs, fine wines, premium brand spirits and cigars
- Gratuities for hotel staff, guides and drivers
- Medical and travel assistance insurance
- Any item or expense not mentioned in the section "The program includes"
Conditions
- Rates are valid from 06 January to 14 December 2025. Excludes festivity season (15th December - 5th January)
- Rates are departure date dependent
- A minimum of 4 guests required for this journey to travel
- Rates are based on per person sharing
- The rates quoted are subject to change without warning if there are any increases in bed levies, park fees, fuel, sales tax or VAT, third-party services or any other circumstances beyond our control
- Rates are subject to currency fluctuations and ROE
- Flight cost is subject to availability and rates are subject to change
- Please note that fares may increase between time of booking, time of payment and the ticket being issued. Any costs incurred due to amendments will not be borne by &Beyond South America
- Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary
- Until such time as confirmation of services is received from &Beyond, this is a quotation only and is subject to availability as no reservations have been made
- This unique journey requires a minimum number of four guests to travel. However, if we can’t reach the minimum number; &Beyond reserves the right to cancel. In this case, you will be reimbursed the full amount for this journey base on our cancelation policies.
- The departure is subject to a minimum of 4 guests confirmed.
- Due to the nature of activities on this itinerary, children under 18 years old are not permitted
- &Beyond South America cannot be held responsible should airlines discontinue flights on certain routings or change scheduled timetables, resulting in missed connections etc. Should an amendment in a routing or itinerary be necessary we will re-quote accordingly
- &Beyond South America reserves the right to modify programme itineraries, including arranged sightseeing, and substitute accommodations, including vessels and trains, at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond its control. Every effort will be made to operate itineraries as planned, but alterations may occur after the final itinerary has been issued
- &Beyond South America strongly recommends that the guests insure themselves against loss of deposit, cancellation charges, medical expenses and loss of personal possessions, and any other foreseeable loss or expense
- Dietary Requirements: All dietary requirements can be catered for (except Kosher). When making your reservation, please advise us of any specific dietary requirements that you may have, and these will be communicated through to the respective establishment
- Gratuities: Tipping is at your discretion; however, the management of the establishment will be able to assist with guidelines
- Photography During Travel: &Beyond South America reserves the right to take photographs or video during the operation of any program or part thereof and to use them for promotional purposes during the program and thereafter. By booking a program with &Beyond South America, guests agree to allow their images to be used in such photographs. Guests who prefer that their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to &Beyond South America representative at the beginning of their programme
- Medical Conditions:
- The guest must notify &Beyond South America of any pre-existing medical conditions.
- It is the guests’ sole responsibility to obtain any vaccinations or take any other health precautions applicable to the country of travel
- Take all steps reasonably necessary (including, without limitation, the consultation of appropriate medical professionals) to identify whether they have any pre-existing medical conditions or health issues (whether known or unknown) that may preclude, delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements
- &Beyond Trading Terms apply
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