Ecological Reserve, Buenos Aires

[alj78]

DS and I were thinking of a morning of bird watching, with me carrying a big Canon 40D, with a rather huge 400mm lens, expensive looking (and expensive). The concierge cautions against taking an expensive-looking camera anywhere in BA. Some travel books caution about walking in the Reserve. We've looked for a tour or guide, with no success. Any advice? Thanks in advance.

Ben

[parischris]

DS and I were thinking of a morning of bird watching, with me carrying a big Canon 40D, with a rather huge 400mm lens, expensive looking (and expensive). The concierge cautions against taking an expensive-looking camera anywhere in BA. Some travel books caution about walking in the Reserve. We've looked for a tour or guide, with no success. Any advice? Thanks in advance.

Ben

 

The reserve is usually deserted, but patrolled by rangers. The last time I was there the entire reserve was closed by fire....

 

I carry my 5D and 100-400 in a Longchamp backpack and have never had an issue ANYHWHERE in BA.

 

N.B. There are a few homeless who like to camp on the steps at the entry to the reserve.

[owl61]

Can you afford a bodyguard? If not, are a couple of buddies/shipmates who share your interest available to accompany you ? Otherwise, you have to ask yourself if you feel lucky.