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We are extending EcoCamp Patagonia’s season giving trekkers a chance to make the most of Torres del Paine before the season’s close. We were lucky enough to be completely unscathed by the fire which swept through the western sector of the park in late December and we are operating at full capacity with just minor changes to our multi-day treks and Wildlife Safari.
31/01/2012 Paine Circuit Modified Itinery Finalised - Updated Temporary Modified Itineraries for Patagonia Wildlife Safari, Patagonia Torres del Paine 5 day short W Trek and Patagonia Torres del Paine 7 Day W Trek.
We are very happy to announce that the fire in Torres del Paine National Park, which has affected over 12,000 hectares in the park’s south-western sector, is currently under control. This means that the fire is no longer expanding and that the almost 800 firefighters working to control the blaze have the focal points under control and are working to extinguish the fire.
A day of low wind, which has allowed helicopter flight and reduced the speed of the fire’s expansion, together with moderately intense rain have helped to control the fire in Torres de Paine National Park. The authorities predict that today they will have three of the six remaining focus areas under control and should these conditions remain, we will be close to having the fire under complete control.
We regret to inform you that EcoCamp Patagonia is being evacuated following the closure of Torres del Paine National Park on the evening of December 29th, on the orders of Chile’s National Park administration body CONAF.
Wild Gifts from EcoCamp Patagonia:
1 extra Safari Night for free!
Happy Holidays from Patagonia! We're offering a special promotion to celebrate the festive season - anyone booking an EcoCamp Patagonia Wildlife Safari on the following 2012 dates will recieve an extra night for free!
Cascada Expediciones is operating a new Best of Chile program, taking visitors through Chile’s extremes on an exciting multi-destination trip. The tour combines adventure activities like cycling, hiking, rafting and sailing with Chile’s natural highlights which include the world’s driest desert, the volcanic Lake district peaks and the wild Patagonian steppe.
This season EcoCamp Patagonia is introducing a new Micro Safari, inviting guests to learn more about the park’s flora and fauna on EcoCamp’s doorstep. The self-guided educative trail is a micro exploration of the diverse vegetation and fauna, designed for observing the variety of plant species surrounding the domes and taking photo close-ups. This mini activity is ideal for guests participating in EcoCamp’s Patagonian Wildlife Safari who are looking for an activity upon arrival or a relaxing break one morning or afternoon.
Many companies claim to be eco-friendly because they recycle and try to limit the use of fossil fuels. But what would you say to a company operating in the middle of the Patagonian wilderness, carbon neutral, 100% renewable energy, designed so that guests leave no trace behind? Bienvenidos a EcoCamp Patagonia!