One of the last true wildernesses left on the face of the Earth, Antarctica is truly a destination like no other. Unique wildlife, vast tundras and some of the most spectacular sights you’ll ever see – you are sure not to be disappointed! Today we’ll be having a look at what will be one of the standout features of your Antarctic cruise – the native wildlife. The Emperor Pengiun Famed for its harsh conditions, sprawling tundra and inhospitable landscape, the Antarctic is the home of a wide range of species, each of which is as interesting as the next. Remembering that polar bears only exist at the North Pole, the Antarctic’s most well-known resident is probably the Emperor Penguin. This beautiful animal resides exclusively in the Antarctic and has some very specialist adaptions – such as the ability to hold its breath for up to 18 minutes and the ability not only to slow its metabolism down to…
Last week we had a look at some of the wonders of Peninsula Valdes in Argentina. A wildlife hotspot featuring whales, seals and penguins, this destination is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. However, knowing the right place to stay is also extremely important, so here are some of the best hotels on the island. Don’t forget to Contact A Latin Routes Travel Specialist for more information about your holiday to Argentina! Estancia Rincon Chico This beautiful luxury hotel is located right in the heart of thePeninsula Valdes National Park, giving you access to an astonishing 10km stretch of coastline owned by the hotel itself. This coastline is home to elephant seals and sea lions, which use the beach to breed each year – hundreds of them dotting the beach is certainly an amazing sight. The hotel itself is colonial in style with lots of wood and oak giving you an all-encompassing sense of opulence and luxury. With…
The perfect destination for wildlife fanatics, amateur photographers and people who just love the great outdoors – Peninsula Valdes has some of the best wildlife-spotting opportunities in South America! The Area Home to a unique ecosystem that provides a habitat for some of the world’s rarest and most beautiful creatures,Peninsula Valdes is a place like no other. With rocky cliffs, beaches and 400km of stunning coastline to explore, you’ll never be short of something to do or see in this amazing area. Nearby, shallow lagoons, coastal sand dunes and even small islands await your exploration. The nearest town is Puerto Madryn, a 1.5 hour drive from Trelew airport. Due to Peninsula Valdes’ coastal location, driving is often the best way to reach the town. Puerto Madryn itself is a cosy town will a range of shops and restaurants, providing an excellent base from which to explore the area. If you’re keen to get as close…
Spending the day investigating the outstanding beauty of the Iguazu Falls is certainly a fantastic experience, but its location in the heart of the Iguazu National Park means that finding a place to stay should be tricky, right? Think again! Here are some of the hotel highlights of the area. Das Cataratas This is surely one of the most show-stopping and luxurious hotels in all of South America. Das Cataratas is a beautiful Portuguese Colonial residence located incredibly close to the Iguazu Falls themselves, on the Brazilian side of the border. With 193 beautiful, well-equipped rooms, fantastic facilities and a stunning outdoor pool, this hotel is designed to afford you the ultimate relaxation experience. Featuring a state-of-the-art Spa with a wide range of treatments, a plethora of exciting outdoor experiences and some incredible wildlife inhabiting the surrounding jungle, your holiday to Brazil will surely be an unforgettable one. The hotel’s unique location is a standout feature – guests staying at Das…
Although it might not seem like it right now, with icy temperatures, numb fingers and your breath fogging in front of you, but global warming is a serious issue. So, this week Latin Routes is investigating some of the more eco-friendly destinations available to you. You might not think a trip to the rainforests of the Amazon would be the most ecologically conscientious trip to take, but there are now a number of ‘eco-lodges’ that are both self-sufficient and have almost no carbon footprint. However, this doesn’t constitute a reduction in luxury – in fact, some of the lodges we sell are the most luxurious available. In a spectacular Jungle setting, the Cristalino Jungle Lodge is a secluded haven almost entirely isolated from the rest of society. A bird watching paradise (with over 600 species in the area), the hotel has a private reserve stretching almost 29,000 acres which has a myriad of interesting and rare…
Kayaking can be great fun, good exercise and, especially when in some areas of Patagonia, exceptionally beautiful. Antares Patagonia run kayaking trips in the striking Torres Del Paine, following one of three routes. You can take the Colonist Route, which begins by paddling into the Eberhard fjiord and stopping at Estancia Consuelo to refuel. You are afforded 6 hours in the absolutely stunning fjord and then return to Puerto Natales. Another option from Antares Patagonia is their ‘Drifting in Patagonia’ kayaking route. This is a two day expedition which starts by paddling across part of Rio Serrano, arrives at a spectacular waterfall, and finishes the first day camping under the stars. The second day involves paddling through part of the Torres Del Paine national park, spotting some local wildlife and finally arriving at Puerto Toro where you’ll spend your second night. The final day will comprise of navigating in and amongst the icebergs of the Serrano glacier before packing…
A beautiful humpback whale surfacing in the Antarctic. Would you look to see this kind of wildlife in person? Contact Us! Keep up with Latin Routes on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and this very WordPress Blog!
Today is the last day of Latin Routes Wildlife Week! We’ve certainly learned a lot and we hope you have too. For our final destination, we are exploring one of the most fascinating places on earth, the Antarctic. The Antarctic is host to some of the most extreme conditions on Earth, and the evolutionary selection pressures on the species that reside there has resulted in some of the most fascinating adaptions and ecosystems in the world today. Famed for its harsh conditions, sprawling tundra and inhospitable landscape, the Antarctic is the home of a wide range of species, each of which is as interesting as the next. Remembering that polar bears only exist at the North Pole, the Antarctic’s most well-known resident is probably the Emperor Penguin. This beautiful animal resides exclusively in the Antarctic and has some very specialist adaptions – such as the ability to hold its breath…
The beautiful Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is indigenous to the Amazon Rainforest. Would you like to see one up close? Contact Us to discuss your holiday to Brazil. Tomorrow is the last day of Latin Routes’ Wildlife Week, and we’re looking at the Antarctic – keep yourself updated via Latin Routes’ Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and this WordPress blog.
A young South American Seawolf pup in Patagonia. Thinking about visiting Patagonia? Feel free to Contact Us It’s Wildlife Week at Latin Routes! Keep yourself updated via our Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and WordPress pages.
