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    THE 7 EPIC TRIPS TO TAKE NOW

    Jun 19, 2018 6 minutes
    by Jill K. Robinson

    1 GO ON SAFARI IN CHILE

    In the mountains and grasslands of Patagonia, track the largest puma in the world.

    For six days with Quasar Expeditions, wildlife and photography fans focus on the largest land carnivore in Chile: the Patagonian puma. In Torres del Paine National Park, these mountain lions roam upwards of 100 miles across terrain that ranges from forests to mountain caves. A pair of experienced guides helps guests observe these magnificent predators. You won’t waste any time waiting around, either—a dedicated tracker will radio in when a puma is spotted.

    Daily game drives lead to many other animal sightings. You might see guanacos—mammals related to the Andean llama and the African camel that are food sources for the pumas. Other notable species include gray foxes, red foxes, hairy armadillos, hog-nosed skunks, and birds such as Andean condors, Chilean flamingos, and crested caracaras.

    The best times to lay eyes on pumas—dawn and dusk—are also optimal times to admire some of the best features in the park. Watch the sun hit

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