Join us on an unforgettable photography tour to Patagonia, where you’ll have the rare opportunity to capture the elusive pumas in their natural habitat. Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Chilean and Argentine Patagonia, these majestic big cats roam the expansive grasslands and foothills of the Andes mountains. Led by Canon ambassador, Jacquie Matechuk and highly experienced local guides, this expedition is designed for photographers of who are passionate about capturing wildlife in its purest form.

Our journey begins in Torres del Paine National Park, renowned for its breathtaking vistas and diverse wildlife. Here, amidst the iconic granite peaks and turquoise lakes, we’ll spend the day photographing the pristine landscape and the variety of birds and wildlife.

Next we move on to a private ranch where we will spend the next five days in search of and photographing Pumas, sun up to sun down. Patience and expert guidance will enhance your chances of capturing intimate moments of these graceful predators as they hunt, rest, and interact within their natural environment. You will be traveling over the rugged terrain in 4 x 4 jeeps and much of the time on foot, walking with the Pumas!

About Your Leader….

Jacquie Matechuk

Based out of her hometown, Cochrane, Alberta Jacquie Matechuk is a Canon Ambassador recognized as 2024 Nature Photographer of the Year, 2024 gold medallist at the World Photographic Cup, an internationally published artist, presenter, and photographic coach. Her journey is as unique, and passion filled as her perspective on photography.  Jacquie began her professional photography career as an extreme sports photographer, capturing everything from superbike and snow cross to base jumping and freestyle motocross.  Her connection to the athletes and the sports she captured, catapult her into new opportunities with companies like Yamaha, XGames and Monster Energy, CFL and NHL to name a few. While Jacquie continues to photograph the adrenaline pumping action in the sports world, she has also transitioned her photo-journalistic approach into the world of wildlife & conservation photography. This transition has earned Jacquie several international accolades making the most of her unique ability to find & capture those jaw-dropping, heart-warming moments, that give her subject’s a voice. Today, Jacquie has further embraced the challenge to ‘see’ the beauty in this world by teaming up with organizations such as Canadian Conservation Photographers Collective, the Jane Goodall Institute, Polar Bears International, Canadian Geographic, as well Bear Conservation NGO’s based out of Ecuador and Peru. Sharing her passion for wildlife and the environments they call home, Jacquie coaches creators from all over the globe as a Canon Canada Ambassador. Always looking for opportunities to help her fellow creatives improve and embrace their passion for life behind the lens. To accept the challenge of capturing a moment in time that might otherwise fade away.Jacquie is renown for her photographic diversity work and fueled by her commitment to conservation and ethical photography practices. And while her passion for wildlife continues to grow, Jacquie’s goal remains the same. Put the audience in the moment, set their minds free and leave their hearts full.

5 Particpants

$10,200

$600 single supplement*

Payment schedule: Oct. 2024, Jan. 2025

*Many women travel alone on our tours and prefer to share a room with another participant.  If this is your desire, we will make every effort to pair you with someone.  However, if there is no one left to pair you with when you sign up, you will be obligated to pay the single supplement.

Travel insurance with medical evacuation is required for this tour