Patagonia Wild Horse Tracking

EcoCamp Patagonia

Trip Length: 1 Day
Group Size: 1-14
Difficulty: Easy
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Head to the final frontier of Patagonia for a wild west adventure: witnessing the untamed majesty of wild horses!

Discover the wild horses of Patagonia—herds of untamed stallions and mares roaming Torres del Paine’s fields and pampas. With a skilled guide and tracking equipment, you’ll enjoy stunning views, incredible wildlife, and unforgettable experiences while tracking these majestic creatures!

EcoCamp Extension

 

Highlights

Highlights

  • Observe wild horses with a bilingual guide.

  • Trek through the pristine corners of Torres del Paine National Park.

  • Uncrowded, unsigned treks.

  • Unique scenery and panoramic views.

  • Theoretical and practical introduction to wild
    horses.

Itinerary

There are 2 options:

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

Option 1: After breakfast, we'll drive to Laguna Azul and start a 4x4 journey through Cordillera Masle. We’ll visit a traditional "puesto" to learn about Patagonian gauchos and wild horses. Using satellite tracking, we’ll search for 100 wild horses in Torres del Paine. After observing the horses and enjoying lunch with views of Lago Stokes and the Towers, we’ll return to EcoCamp for dinner. Option 2: This option focuses on wild horse research and conservation. Similar to Option 1, but participants with basic knowledge of wild horse behavior will join our team for a day, contributing to scientific research and conservation efforts.

Overnight at EcoCamp Patagonia.

Included

Included

  • 1 or 2 overnight at EcoCamp Suite Dome.
  • Bilingual specialist guide.
  • Transfers.
  • Use of observation equipment.
  • Life insurance (participants over 18 yeras old only), during transportation and hikes.

Not included

  • Flight tickets and Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee.
  • Transportation between EcoCamp and Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas or El Calafate.
  • Voluntary tipping of guides and staff.
  • Items of personal nature.

Accommodation

EcoCamp Patagonia

Ecocamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, with views of the majestic granite towers. The region’s first sustainable lodge south of the Amazon and the first of its kind in the Patagonian wilderness, EcoCamp offers upscale camping in domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 28m²/300ft²)

Suite Dome - INSIDE - Webp

Suite domes were designed to further our goal of providing comfort in a natural setting with minimal environmental impact, and also maintain the hotel’s familiar and cozy vibe. The domes have comfortable double or twin beds, a wood stove and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome Loft
(2 floors, Heating & Private bathroom, 37m²/398ft²)

Suite Dome Loft.webp

Suite dome lofts are two-storey domes which fit up to four people and have comfortable double or twin beds both up and downstairs. These domes, ideal for families or groups of friends, come with a wood stove, a private terrace and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Superior Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 23m²/250ft²)

Superior Dome Interior

Spacious, comfortable and equipped with private bathrooms, Superior Domes are the optimum choice for trekkers wanting that bit more space and comfort at the end of a long day’s walk. Each Superior Dome has comfortable queen-size or twin beds, a propane heater, skylight windows and a private bathroom with a sophisticated composting toilet

EcoCamp Patagonia Standard Dome
(Shared bathroom, 10m²/108ft²)

Standard Dome Twin

EcoCamp Standard domes were the world's first lodge accommodation in geodesic shape. They are resistant to the strong Patagonian winds, and come equipped with two single beds (doubles on request), cozy fleece blankets and feather quilts. There are windows in the ceiling for stargazing. Standard domes include shared bathrooms which are large, comfortable and gender divided.

Facts

Departures

Regular departures are available on request from September to May.

What is an EcoCamp extension?

EcoCamp Extensions are excursions you can book in addition to our regular EcoCamp programs, to enhance your experience in Patagonia. These tours can take place before or after your main program, but we recommend doing them afterward to maximize your arrival experience at EcoCamp with your fellow trekking or Safari group members. Transport in and out of the park is not included as these services are covered by your regular program with EcoCamp. If you wish to book an EcoCamp Extension without any other EcoCamp program please contact us so we can give you a quote.

Starting / finishing point 

The trip starts and finishes at EcoCamp Patagonia.

Physical demands

You should be able to walk 4 to 12 Km and carry your own backpack.

Transport

In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia, transportation is in minivans that seat from 8 to 14 people. Pick-up/drop-off times shown in the Weekly Transfer Board are approximate and will be confirmed by our local operations team. An exclusive emergency number will be available for anyone needing additional support while they are in Chile.
 

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the saturated winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rain and even snow. Even in summer (December to March) you should come prepared to find cold- strong winds (up to 130 km/hr) and rainfall. Summer’s average temperature is 11ºC (52ºF), ranging between 2 to 24ºC (35 to 75ºF).

What you need to bring

 

Travelers need to be prepared for summer and winter all at once. We recommend the following:

  • A day backpack. (30 liters - to carry a camera, glasses, raincoat, etc).
  • Water-resistant trekking or hiking boots.
  • Extra shoes for evenings or in case others get wet.
  • Waterproof jacket.
  • 2 pairs of wool socks.
  • Fleece jacket or sweater.
  • Shorts or comfortable loose pants.
  • Sun protection. (glasses, hat, lip balm and screen).
  • Cash for buying extra drinks, snacks or souvenirs in Torres del Paine National Park.
  • Optional: Capilene underwear for the upper and lower body.

Are you wondering about photography equipment? We got you! take a look at our What to bring to Patagonia for Photographers. 

Itinerary modifications

We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on safety/weather considerations.

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We are a Chilean owned adventure tour operator, based in Santiago de Chile, operating adventure tours in Chile, Argentina and Bolivia.

Destinations | Chile

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