This month our partners share good news for wildlife in Argentina, an invitation to Medellín's Flower Festival and a practical update for travel to Ilha Grande in Brazil.
Argentina – with Onesixth Expeditions
Patagonia Park: a place to see pumas in the wild
The last season in Patagonia Park produced extraordinary images of pumas hunting, playing and raising their cubs in the wild. As well as being a privilege for visitors, these scenes are a clear sign of the ecosystem's good health: the presence of a top predator reflects a balanced food chain and suitable habitat for native wildlife. Patagonia Park is now one of the best places in Argentina to experience wildlife in the wild.
A milestone for Iberá: visitors spot a wild jaguar
In the Iberá Wetlands, conservation continues to write hopeful stories. For the first time, park visitors spotted Ombú, a jaguar born in the wild thanks to the species' reintroduction programme. It is proof that the largest cat in the Americas is reclaiming its place in the ecosystem, and that restoration can reverse decades of biodiversity loss.
Every sighting is a sign of hope: when we protect ecosystems, nature finds a way to recover and thrive once more.
Brazil – with Gondwana Brasil
A new Sustainable Tourism Fee for Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande
The municipality of Angra dos Reis has introduced a Sustainable Tourism Fee (TTS) through its "Viva Angra" digital tourism system. The fee has been mandatory since 1 June 2026 and is BRL 50 per person for access to the mainland and island areas.
For trips booked with Gondwana from 28 May 2026, the fee is included in the booking. For trips confirmed before then, it is paid locally on arrival, with clear instructions in the travel documents.
Colombia – with The Colombian Trip
Medellín in bloom: Feria de las Flores 2026
31 July – 9 August 2026
Every year Medellín becomes a celebration of colour, culture and tradition during the Feria de las Flores, one of Colombia's most iconic festivals. For ten days the city comes alive with flowers, music, food and local celebrations.
At the heart of the festival is the silletera tradition, preserved for generations by the flower-growing families of Santa Elena. These artisans create extraordinary floral arrangements known as silletas, carried on their backs in the famous Silleteros Parade. More than a festival, it is a tribute to Medellín's rural heritage and the bond between its communities and the surrounding mountains.
The Colombian Trip's curated festival journey includes:
A floral welcome in La Ceja, with a visit to a traditional flower farm
Exclusive access to a private collection of more than 5,000 orchids
Time with the silletera families of Santa Elena
A guided walk through Comuna 13 and its urban art
Entry to Florecer at the Medellín Botanical Garden
Reserved seating for the Silleteros Parade, with a bilingual guide and private transport
A scenic helicopter flight to Guatapé, with a private boat trip and gourmet lunch
A cycling experience through a chrysanthemum plantation in La Ceja
Thinking about Latin America? Our partners design every journey with their own teams on the ground. Get in touch and tell us what you'd like to experience.