Patagonian Winter Adventure

Highlights

Highlights

• Hiking at the beautiful Magallanes National Reserve.
• Marvel at snow-capped peaks and panoramic vistas.
• Kayak on Eberhard Fjord.
• Enjoy the silence and beauty of the wintry Patagonia.

Accommodation

Boutique Hotel La Yegua Loca - Punta Arenas

La Yegua Loca Boutique Hotel is located in the beautiful, southern city of Punta Arenas. This thematic hotel is the result of the rehabilitation of an old house of English court built in 1929 and shows off the the trades and traditions of Patagonia. The rooms are spacious and originally decorated. Additionally, a tasty breakfast is served every morning in the hotel’s charming restaurant.

Hotel Simple Patagonia - Puerto Natales

Simple Patagonia is a Boutique Hotel reminiscent of the traditional farmsteads of the Chilean Patagonia countryside, which are known for their simplicity and their open and comfortable spaces. They will offer you a personal service so you can relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Última Esperanza Sound.

Included

Included

• All ground transport as indicated in the itinerary.
• 1 hotel night in Punta Arenas, 1 hotel night in Puerto Natales.
• Daily private or regular excursions as specified in the itinerary.
• English speaking guide on excursions.
• Entrance fees where needed.
• Meals:
  • Day 1: Box Lunch.
  • Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch.
  • Day 3: Breakfast, Box Lunch.

Not included

• Flight tickets.
• Insurance. (appropriate insurance is mandatory)
• Voluntary tipping to guides and staff.
• Items of personal nature.
• Bus tickets or additional transfers/connections.

Facts

Departures

Regular Departures. Every day on request.

Available only during the winter season (May to August).

Starting / finishing point

The trip starts at Punta Arenas Airport and ends at Puerto Natales.

Physical demands

This trip includes easy hikes and kayak activity. An average to a good level of fitness is required.

Minimum age for kayak excursion: 16 years old. Maximum age for kayak excursion: 65 years old.

No prior kayak experience is necessary.

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to winds that circle Antarctica making the weather hard to predict. Winter’s temperature ranges between -2ºC/28ºF and 6ºC/43ºF. June, July, and August are the wettest months in Torres del Paine and sub-zero temperatures are common. Nevertheless, the winds are relatively mild in winter and visitors should come prepared for sunshine as well as the cold.

What you need to bring

• Backpack. (20 - 40 liters)
• Waterproof trekking or hiking boots.
• Extra shoes for evenings or in case others get wet.
• Warm waterproof jacket.
• Two pairs of merino woolen socks. (we recommend merino wool)
• Fleece jacket or sweater.
• Waterproof trekking pants.
• Comfortable loose pants.
• Sun protection. (glasses, hat, lip balm, and sunscreen)
• Capilene underwear for the upper and lower body.

Please Note: This list is just to give you an idea. We will send you a detailed list prior to the departure date of the program.

Itinerary modifications

We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary under the sole discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can also modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on these considerations.