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Latin America

Costa Rica's animals - Kinkajou

30 Costa Rica Animals and Where to See Them on Your Travels

8 June 20238 June 2023 by Margarita

Costa Rica represents only 0.03% of the earth’s surface, yet it contains more than 5% of the planet’s biodiversity. And chances are, if you are planning a trip to this … Read more

Costa Rica wild cats - jaguar

Six Stunning Wild Cats of Costa Rica

11 May 2023 by Margarita

While not considered a wild cat watching destination, Costa Rica is home to six species of wild felines: Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot, Margay, Oncilla and Jaguarundi. Most of these cats are … Read more

Spider monkey on Osa Peninsula

How to Enjoy Osa Peninsula Wildlife without a Tour

1 June 202316 April 2023 by Margarita

I’d been quite footloose during my trip to Latin America – one month was about as far in advance as I’d arrange anything at all. Corcovado, though, was the one … Read more

Wildlife watching holidays

When and Where to See Animals in the Wild: Guide to Wildlife Watching

7 June 20238 April 2023 by Margarita

Have you ever dreamt of following in the footsteps of David Attenborough? Of visiting the world’s wildest places and witnessing the intimate moments of animals’ lives? This is what the … Read more

Peninsula Valdes orca stranding itself to catch seals

Where to See Peninsula Valdes Orcas and Other Patagonian Wildlife

15 May 202314 February 2023 by Margarita

The Peninsula Valdes is a small, remote corner of Argentina, a desolate and windswept coastline of Patagonia where the waves of the Atlantic Ocean break against the coastal cliffs. Yet, … Read more

Patagonian puma

How to See Patagonian Pumas in Torres del Paine on a Tour

14 February 202313 February 2023 by Margarita

South America’s southernmost region, Patagonia, and more specifically the Patagonian Plateau is renowned for its untamed, rocky terrain and incredible fauna; and the Puma is one of its most recognizable … Read more

Things to do in Brazil - visit Iguazu Falls

A practical guide to visiting Iguazu Falls in Brazil & Argentina

3 May 20233 January 2023 by Margarita

To be completely honest, I expected Iguazu Falls to be at least slightly overrated. They just sounded too good to be true, especially considering the huge crowds that you would … Read more

Monteverded Cloud Forest Animals

Spotting Wildlife in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica

1 June 202321 December 2022 by Margarita

Before you plan a trip to Monteverde, check out our guide to Monteverde Cloud Forest animals and where to see them. Costa Rica‘s Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a magical … Read more

Corcovado National Park: wild cats of Costa Rica - puma

Corcovado Tour Review: Spotting Wild pumas in Costa Rica

1 June 202311 December 2022 by Margarita

Corcovado National Park is hands down the best place to see wildlife in Costa Rica and to experience the tropical rainforest. As a perk, because the park has been protected … Read more

Patagonia puma

How to Plan Your Independent Patagonia Puma Quest in Torres Del Paine

13 February 20231 December 2022 by Guest Author

Thinking of embarking on a Patagonia puma quest? Then you’ve come to the right place. This guide gives you the know-how to maximise your chances of spotting a puma in … Read more

Best galapagos islands for wildlife - Marine iguana on santa cruz

Best Galapagos Islands for Spotting Wildlife

6 December 202227 October 2022 by Margarita

Traveling to the Galapagos archipelago is a living adventure. In fact, it’s the ultimate getaway to a remote destination, filled with rich marine life, unique wildlife, pristine beaches, and breathtaking … Read more

Jaguar resting on the bank of Cuiaba river in Porto Jofre, Brazil

Watching wild jaguars in the Pantanal, Brazil

8 April 202329 July 2022 by Margarita

If you are dreaming of seeing wild jaguars, Brazil is the destination for you. In the Pantanal, jaguars can not simply be seen in the flash of an eye but … Read more

Brazilian animals to spot on your travels

35 Amazing Brazilian Animals and Best Places to See Wildlife in Brazil

27 October 20227 April 2022 by Margarita

Occupying half of South America’s landmass, Brazil is the most biodiverse country in the world. It contains the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon and the world’s largest tropical wetland, the … Read more

Brazilian wildlife -ocelot relaxing on a tree branch in the pantanal

On the trail of the ocelot in Brazil

26 May 20235 March 2022 by Margarita

After spending a week watching jaguars in the northern Pantanal, we headed to the southern fringes of the wetland to track a different spotted feline – the Ocelot. Fazenda San … Read more

south american cats - Oncilla

11 Stunning South American Wild Cats and Where to See Them

1 December 20225 September 2021 by Margarita

When most of us think about South American wild cats, we picture the jaguar – the large spotted predator of the Amazon jungle. But did you know that South America … Read more

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