Rincón del Socorro

Location

The Iberá National Park is known as “one of South America’s last great wildernesses”, and here, in the middle of the vast, palm-fringed wetlands, you will find Rincón del Socorro. Spanning 1.7 million acres of gallery forests, flooded grasslands, and lush palm groves, this is the second largest wetland on earth. For decades, its ecosystems were neglected and depleted due to poaching and deforestation and it was not until the early 2000s, when eco-philanthropists Doug and Kris Tompkins acquired the land and began their ambitious conservation project here, that degraded landscapes began to transform into thriving habitats. Locally extinct species have returned, and this is now one of the only places in Argentina where you can find jaguars, giant anteaters, collared peccaries, and red macaws.

Activities

Awaken your senses on wildlife safaris, discovering the area’s diverse ecosystems with expert guides. Traverse flooded grasslands, palm groves, and gallery forests on foot, horseback, bike, or in a 4x4 safari vehicle, tracking greater rheas (flightless birds similar to ostriches), collared peccary, howler monkey, and jaguars. Night safaris reveal the reserve’s nocturnal wildlife, while birdwatching excursions uncover species as rare and remarkable as their names - like the strange-tailed tyrant and southern screamer. Sail across the tranquil waters of the Iberá Lagoon, paddle kayaks amongst the floating islands, and visit local communities in Uguay. In the evenings, gather for a traditional Argentine asado, watching an exceptional culinary team prepare the region’s finest meats and vegetables over a flaming fire.