Rewilding in Argentina
Fund jaguar and other wildlife conservation in Argentina and go behind the scenes with the experts rewilding north-eastern Argentina
Accompanied by a rewilding coordinator, explore one of South
America’s last great wilderness rivers while learning about the conservation and monitoring efforts
carried out to reduce threats such as poaching, safeguard wildlife, and protect this extraordinary
ecosystem.
Gain exclusive access to the guanaco conservation programme and meet the local team
leading the species’ return to the Dry Chaco. Learn how the reintroduction of this iconic
herbivore is helping restore ecological processes.
Meet the Mayor of Colonia Carlos Pellegrini and discover how Iberá has evolved from one of
Argentina’s most remote and economically challenged regions into a world-renowned
conservation and ecotourism destination. Learn how rewilding, protected areas, and
community leadership have transformed the local economy, making nature the driving force
behind sustainable development.
Visit the ocelot enclosure and gain insight into the species reintroduction program. Deploy/pick up Camera Traps with Field Teams
Accompany researchers into the field to install and check camera traps used to monitor
wildlife populations and evaluate ecosystem recovery.
Visit the giant otter pre-release enclosures, currently home to both a breeding
pair and a family group. The goal is to establish self-sustaining populations by releasing the first
family into the wild. Giant otters disappeared from Argentina decades ago and remain globally
endangered.
Visit the Jaguar Reintroduction Center, the first breeding center created
specifically to return this iconic species to the wild. Meet the ecosystem restoration team and
visit the facilities where jaguars are prepared for life in the wild, gaining firsthand insight into
one of the world’s leading rewilding initiatives.
Here are some suggestions that blend well with this rewilding philanthropic experience:
- Explore dynamic Buenos Aires
- Hike on glaciers
- Spot whales
- Savor the wines of Mendoza
- Combine with Chile or Antarctica