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Discover the rich birdlife surrounding Santiago on this private half-day birdwatching experience.
Choose between two unique routes: explore Batuco Wetland, a haven for migratory and aquatic species, or head into the Andes to spot high-mountain birds like the majestic Andean Condor.
Your expert naturalist guide will provide binoculars, field guides, and a checklist to help you identify and learn about the behavior, habitats, and calls of local birds.
Enjoy a Chilean picnic with cheese, fruit, and wine in a peaceful natural setting before returning to the city.
This flexible experience is ideal for travelers who want to connect with nature, photograph local wildlife, or simply enjoy a few hours discovering the unique avifauna of Central Chile.
Choose Ecordua for authentic, small-scale experiences guided by passionate naturalists committed to sharing Chile’s biodiversity in a warm, personal way.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The rate includes transportation from hotels in Santiago’s eastern area, specifically within a 5 km radius of the Costanera Center. For other locations, additional charges apply.
Itinerary
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Located just 30 minutes from Santiago, Batuco Wetland is one of the most important freshwater wetlands in Central Chile. It is home to over 100 bird species, including coots, herons, and the colorful Many-colored Rush Tyrant. Its lagoons and reed beds offer excellent opportunities to observe migratory and resident waterbirds. You can choose to visit Batuco if you’d like to focus on aquatic and freshwater birds, or Farellones if you prefer a variety of high Andean species and contrasting mountain landscapes.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Farellones
Farellones is a mountain village in the Andes, about an hour from Santiago, surrounded by high-altitude landscapes. It’s a unique habitat where you can spot iconic Andean birds like the Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle, Southern Caracara, and, with luck, the majestic Andean Condor soaring above the cliffs. You can choose to visit Batuco if you’d like to focus on aquatic and freshwater birds, or Farellones if you prefer a variety of high Andean species and contrasting mountain landscapes.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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