Where can I see condors in Punta Arenas?

There is a place close to Punta Arenas, just 60 minutes outside, direction Puerto Natales, where you find the easiest access and best conditions for observing and photographing the Andean condor: Estancia Olga Teresa.



The best and most reliable place to see Andean Condors near Punta Arenas, Chile, is Estancia Olga Teresa (specifically Cerro Palomares). Located about an hour's drive north of the city, this ranch is home to one of the largest condor roosts in South America, with a population of over 100 birds. In 2026, the site remains the premier destination for wildlife photographers and birdwatchers because the condors are often seen at eye-level as they soar along the 200-meter-high cliffs. Most visitors book a guided tour from Punta Arenas, which typically departs in the early afternoon to coincide with the time condors return to the cliffs to roost. The experience usually involves a short, flat walk to a viewing area equipped with telescopes. While you might occasionally spot a condor while driving through the Magallanes region, Estancia Olga Teresa is the only location that guarantees multiple sightings in a protected, natural environment.

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