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Private tour in Puerto Varas Andres O
Birdwatching tour Puerto Montt - Cucao - Queilen, Chiloe Island Custom Program
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Born as a "Country boy" in the Southern field of Puerto Varas, Lake District Chile; I was born surrounded by the great Andes mountain range, volcanoes, evergreen forest, lakes, rivers, farmers and "Baqueanos or Gauchos", who gave me their knowledge and wisdom about our root and why we have to respect and love. I've been working in Travel Companies & Lodges for more than 30 years; from the mystic Atacama Desert in Northern Chile, to the desolate South Patagonia in Torres del Paine and Tierra del Fuego. Also, I was a teacher and Consultant on Rural Tourism Programs in my District. Thanks to God, my family, and my hard work, I've traveled, and I specialized in Adventure Tourism, Leadership, and Business in New Zealand for eighteen months(Scholarship awarded by the Chilean Government - Education Ministry 2010). With academic studies in Tourism Business and Adventure Travel; Administration Degree; Wildlife courses; Native Flowers and Forest courses; Good knowledge in Local Traditions and Wilderness First Responder courses, I believe I can give you a very professional service and a great "Experience of Life" with our Local People and Native Nature; whom they are the most valuable treasure of our land in Patagonia, Chile. I specialize in operating Small Groups for cruise ships, Independent Travelers,s and Tailor Made programs from Araucania, Temuco to Chiloe Island; always focusing on Nature and Local traditions. Explorer and Traveler Friends, I invite you to visit this beautiful Huilliche land; Evergreen Forests; Lakes; Rivers and Volcanoes; land of Baqueanos and Chilotes Navigators; Songs, Myths and Legends in the confines of the World . . . The Chilean Patagonia! Professional backgrounds: 30 Years Guiding; Tour Leader from the Atacama Desert, including Easter Island Rapa Nui to Southern Patagonia, Chile & Argentina. 2015 to present, work as a trip planner in Chile and Argentina for different overseas travel companies and FIT travelers. 2025 Mountain Guide Course ERCHILE, MAY 2025. 2025 Mountaineering and Rescue Techniques Course, Viento Blanco Mountain Club 2025 - 2026. 2024 Wilderness First Responder Credential, CIMA-NASSAR Chile. Valid June 2026. 2024 WAFA Emergency Care & Safety Course Credential, ECSI-AOOS Institute. Valid June 2026. 2022 Emergency Care & Safety Institute Course WAFA by ECSI. Valid September 2024. 2021 Wilderness First Responder Credential, AIDER Canada. Valid June 2023. 2020 Consultant in Rural & Adventure Tourism to present. 2015 Certificate as National Supplier in Adventure Tourism, granted by SERNATUR, Chile. 2015 Active Member of ATTA Association to present. 2014 Active Member of Llanquihue Tour Guides Association to present. 2011-2012 Scholarship in Adventure Tourism & Business Diploma, New Zealand. 2012 Wilderness First Responder WFR- New Zealand. 2011 Certificate as National Tour Guide - Sernatur, Chile. 2011-2012 Rafting, Mountaineering, Rope Systems, and Leadership Diploma, New Zealand. 2009 Wilderness First Responder(WAFA) NOLS Outdoor School of Patagonia. 2008 Bird Watching Techniques UNORCH, Chiloé. 2006 Courses of Local Nature & Culture Interpretation. 2003 Navigation License by the Chilean Navy, Directemar, Chile. 1997 Tourism Degree, Santo Tomas University.
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Travel Program for Birdwatchers and Naturalist Travelers and Explorers
Overview of your Puerto Varas tour
From north to south and from mountain to sea, our privileged nature provides shelter to hundreds of bird species in Chile that cross the skies or run on land and wetlands, reservoirs, lakes, lagoons, and river mouths. There are more than 500 different species that make up Chile's bird life, to the delight of these birdwatchers and nature fans. Southern Chile is the land of temperate forests and snow-capped volcanoes. From the enchanting Nothofagus and Monkey-puzzle Tree forests to the lush Valdivian Rainforest, every inch dripping with mosses and ferns, these forests are home to inquisitive Tapaculos, massive Woodpeckers and cute Penguins. The waters surrounding the island of Chiloé are home to the newly discovered "Pincoya Storm-Petrel," a must-see for pelagic fans! On our tour Chiloé Island: Penguin Colony and mudflats, we'll have opportunity on both our ferry crossings from the mainland to the island and back to spot this poorly-known species. This tour can be customized according to your need it.
Your Puerto Varas tour itinerary
BRIEF ITINERARY Day 1. Meet your personal tour guide, Andres, at the airport of Puerto Montt or hotel. Drive to Chiloé Island. Ferry Crossing Pargua/Chacao channel - Visit Chacao and Caulin for a birdwatching tour. Drive to the Puñihuil area to see Magellan and Humboldt penguins. Drive to Castro and then drive tothe Cucao area and rest at the hotel. Dinner at your own. Day 2. Breakfast. Pick up at your hotel. Visit Chiloe National Park for a birdwatching tour. Then drive to Queilen - Navigation to observe Dolphins and Magellan Penguins Colony - Option to see other Pelagic birds during navigation - Drive to Castro, short visit to UNESCO Wooden Church and Local Market. Hotel and dinner at your own. Day 3. Breakfast. Pick up at your hotel. Visit the wetland Putemun in Castro. Then we will visit the wetland of Quinchao Island (Ferry Crossing). Then, back and drive to the mainland and drop off at El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt or your hotel in Puerto Varas. End tour in Lake and Volcanoes District.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Modern SUV up to 4 Travellers + Luggage, or Modern Mini Bus 12 seats + Luggage.
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Puerto Varas, Los Lagos, Chile
Hotels in Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt, El Tepual airport in Puerto Montt or where travelers need. Program Notes: Penguins are seasonal from October to beginning of April. Birdwatching all year around in Chiloe and other places in Lake district according weather conditions. I recommend take a early flight from Santiago and late flight back to enjoy the days. This tour can be customized according your need its.
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