WILD WINTER
PHOTOGRAPHING PUMAS
Torres del Paine
with Marina Klink and Renato Machado
June 2025
A little about this wonderful destination.
Wild Winter
Get ready for a unique experience in one of the most impressive settings on the planet. On this photographic expedition, we will explore the majestic Torres del Paine National Park during winter, a season that transforms the landscape into a spectacle of silence and beauty.
The main objective? To capture the essence of the elusive and fascinating puma, the great predator of the Andes.
The Destination:
Torres del Paine, in the heart of Chilean Patagonia, is a wildlife paradise, especially in winter. Snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear lakes and dramatic skies create a perfect backdrop for landscape and wildlife photography. Winter is also the best time to spot pumas, as the lower vegetation makes it easier to spot these majestic felines.
What to expect:
Guided Adventure : Experts in cougar tracking and photography will be by your side to ensure safety and the best photo opportunities.
Breathtaking Landscapes : Explore glaciers, valleys and the towering Torres, all framed by the soft, ethereal light of winter.
Connection with nature : Feel complete immersion in the Patagonian wildlife, where every moment is an invitation to contemplation and creativity.
Personalized experience : Whether you are a beginner or a professional photographer, the itinerary will be tailored to your skills and interests.
Be my guest and come photograph the beauty of Chilean wildlife.
INFORMATION GENERAL
Period: June 19 to 25, 2025
Investment :
Group 03 people
US$ 2,500.00 (accommodation in a double room per person)
US$ 3,000.00 (accommodation in a single room per person)
Group 02 people
US$ 3,500.00 (accommodation in a double room per person)
US$ 4,200.00 (accommodation in a single room per person)
Private
US$ 6,000 (accommodation in double room per person)
US$ 6,700.00 (accommodation in a single room per person)
Target audience: Those interested in photography, wildlife and landscapes.
Renato Machado Photos
Itinerary
Day 19/06/2025 / Puerto Natales
Arrival at Puerto Natales airport. Reception and transfer to Torres del Paine National Park with a stop in Puerto Natales and Cueva del Milodom, our gateway to Torres del Paine Park. Then we will head to the hotel at a pre-arranged time for check-in. At the end of the day, we will meet in the hotel lobby, where we will have a briefing on the day-to-day of the trip. Free evening for dinner. Overnight in Rio Serrano.
Everyone must be available at Puerto Natales airport by lunchtime (Chile time zone)
Day 20/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
Departure before dawn in search of the first light of day, with a focus on observing and photographing pumas at the base of Cuernos del Paine. We will begin our journey exploring trails that will take us to an impressive waterfall, Salto Grande, with several opportunities to capture the contrast between the wild nature and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, we will pass through small flooded areas, where the dry vegetation, a consequence of previous fires, offers unique possibilities for photographic composition. The diversity of landscapes – from grandiose mountains to wildlife and flora recovering from the fire – creates a perfect environment for creative photography.
Return to the hotel for lunch, followed by free time to rest. In the afternoon, we will travel to the shores of Lake Pehoe, where, from the Pehoe Viewpoint, we will have the chance to photograph the vast landscape, while observing the possibility of spotting pumas and other animals in their natural habitat. We will wait for the ideal light to capture unique moments until the sun sets, with opportunities to photograph wildlife and the golden light reflected in the mountains and the waters of the lake.
Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day 21/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
Departure before dawn, heading to Laguna Amarga, which offers an impressive view of the Torres del Paine. This place is known not only for its dramatic landscapes, but also for the presence of pumas, which are most active at dawn. We will spend some time exploring the area, focusing on capturing images of these felines, as well as other wildlife species that inhabit the area.
Continuing on our journey, we will stop to photograph the Paine Waterfall, and along the way, we will observe the Guanacos, whose presence makes the scenery even more enchanting. Picnic lunch at Laguna Azul, where the landscape provides great opportunities for photos of the autumnal vegetation, the reflections of the Torres and, of course, pumas and foxes, which frequently cross the area.
At 4:00 pm, we will begin our first specialized search for pumas, with an experienced local guide. It will take us to strategic points, increasing our chances of capturing rare images of these predators in their natural environment.
Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 22/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
Departure before dawn towards Mirador Condor. We will take a moderate to challenging hike, with the aim of capturing the first light of day and capturing magical images of Torres del Paine in the background, with Lake Pehoe illuminated by the soft morning light. After taking the photos, we will stop for a coffee while we wait for the animals to be active in the area.
The main mission of the day will be to observe and photograph pumas and foxes on the nearby trails. With a bit of luck, we may spot a puma in full motion, a rare and challenging opportunity for photographers.
We will continue to the Grey Glacier region, where we will stop for lunch, surrounded by the gigantic icebergs that break off from the glacier. This is a perfect place to capture images of the contrasts between the ice and the imposing rocks in the background, as well as possible sightings of pumas along the coast. The soft light of the late afternoon creates a magical atmosphere to end the day with memorable photos.
Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day 23/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
We will leave before dawn towards Laguna Amarga, where we will have another day of searching for and observing pumas with the help of a specialized guide. The region is famous for its fauna, and the chances of photographing these felines at dawn are high, since they usually move during the early hours of the day. Along the way, we will make stops to photograph the local wildlife, including foxes and guanacos, always keeping an eye out for the behavior of the pumas.
After the moderate level trek, we will return to Mirador Pehoe, where the impressive scenery with Torres del Paine in the background will be perfect for more captures at dawn. Once again, the guide will help us identify the best observation points to capture exclusive images of the wildlife.
In the afternoon, we will head to the Grey Glacier for one last opportunity to photograph the icebergs and, who knows, record the presence of pumas around the region. The late afternoon light will provide excellent conditions for dramatic photos, with the contrast of the ice against the rocky massif.
Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day 24/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
with the help of a specialized guide. The region is famous for its fauna, and the chances of photographing these felines at dawn are high, as they usually move during the early hours of the day. During the journey, we will make stops to photograph the local wildlife, including foxes and guanacos, always keeping an eye out for the behavior of the pumas.
After the moderate level trek, we will return to the Mirador Pehoe, where the impressive scenery with the Torres del Paine in the background will be perfect for more captures at dawn. Once again, the guide will help us identify the best observation points to capture exclusive images of the wildlife.
In the afternoon, we head to the Grey Glacier for one last opportunity to photograph the icebergs and, who knows, maybe even record the presence of pumas in the area. The late afternoon light will provide excellent conditions for dramatic photos, with the contrast of the ice against the rocky massif.
Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day 25/06/2025 / Torres del Paine
We end the last day of the Photo Tour in Torres del Paine with sunrise captures on the shores of Lake Pehoe. Then transfer to the airport in Puerto Natales and end of the Chilean Patagonia photographic expedition.
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DETAILS
Fabio Bittar , São José dos Campos
“I've been on two other Phototours with Renato Machado. The experiences lived in those days will be carried forever."
Paulo Madeira , São Paulo
Marcelo Bargiela , São Paulo
“It was simply fantastic. His work in choosing the location, itinerary and monitoring revealed care and respect.”
I'm Renato Machado
photographer and author of books Secret Landscapes of Southern Brazil and Canyons and Balloons, he has dedicated himself to photography for over 10 years.
During this time, he traveled through the Sahara Desert, Egypt, Norway, Easter Island, the Polynesian Archipelago, however It was in 2015, after a trip to Patagonia, that his passion became a serious matter in his life, and he specialized in landscape photography. Born in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina,
I'm Marina Klink
Marina Bandeira Klink is a renowned photographer in the field of nature photography, mainly for her photographs of remote regions of the globe. Accustomed to traveling alone, she also offers group experiences for travelers who, like her, want to explore - and also record - authentic destinations in Brazil, Africa, South America, Antarctica and sub-Antarctic islands, the Arctic including Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Lapland.
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Cancellation Policy
To confirm the expedition, a minimum number of 6 participants will be required. If the contractor withdraws, on the trip, the deposit amount will not be refundable. Confirming the group, the signal value will be deducted from the input.
If the trip does not take place due to force majeure, a new date suggestion will be presented. If the contractor is not available, the amount paid to date will be fully refunded.
If the registrant withdraws, he/she must formalize in writing to email renato280969@gmail.com.
Other variations to the cancellation policy will be handled as follows:
- Up to 90 (ninety) days before the trip payment of down payment of 40% (forty percent);
- More than 45 (forty-five) days and less than 90 (ninety) days of the trip fine of 60% (sixty percent) of the contracted amount;
- Less than 45 (forty-five) days before the start of the trip will not provide the right to a refund of the amounts paid.