3 Day Patagonia Sea Kayaking

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Chile

Classic Chile / Santiago area / Patagonia / Lake District
Easter Island / Biking / Atacama Desert / Expedition Cruises
Fiord Cruises / Treks / Multisport / Sea Kayaking / Hacienda Life

3 Day Patagonia Sea Kayaking

The more active travelers will find in this short sea-kayaking trip one of the most exciting parts in their Patagonia trip. This trip is usually taken at the end of any of our previous Torres del Paine programs. We paddle down river Serrano over some 60 kms./38 miles until reaching the Pacific Ocean and then sailing to Puerto Natales.

Day 1: Depart at 9am from Ecocamp and be transported to Camp Serrano where the Rio Serrano begins its winding path leaving the National Park Torres del Paine and drains the intricate Torres del Paine glacial hydrological network toward the Pacific Ocean. Here equipment and Instructions will be given. Start paddling at Camp Serrano with a portage at the Falls. Continue down river passing through beautiful Lenga forest covered mountains while leaving the Paine Massif behind. Near the mouth of the Rio Tyndall disembark at an ample campsite at the riverside where we pitch tents and enjoy dinner by the campfire. (L-, D-)

Day 2: Start paddling approx. 1.5hr upstream Rio Tyndall with some portages if too shallow. This stretch can be physically very challenging. Finally, the Sea Kayaks reach Lago Tyndall and reach deep waters towards the glacier walls. From the kayaks experience close up views of Glaciar Tyndall, a major arm of the enormous Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Camp independently by Lago Tyndall. (B-, L-, D-)

Day 3: Start paddling around 09:00 hrs downstream by way of Rio Serrano. Enjoy vistas of mountains, glaciers, and forested wilderness of this diverse area until reaching Puerto Toro (2hrs paddling approx.) Disembark and take the opportunity to walk to the foot of the Serrano Glacier, a major Serac or cascading glacier along the immense Monte Balmaceda Massif. After a snack, board the ship (approx. 1pm) that sails the Last Hope Fjord back to Puerto Natales arriving at 5:30pm approx. (B-, L-)

Important: Sea kayaking in Patagonia can be very unpredictable due weather conditions. Some times the winds blows from the ocean with such force that makes waves break upstream making navigation almost impossible. If you book this trip please keep in mind that the whole trip is weather permitting and that a considerable physical effort is required.

Price per person: $US755 each for 2 people, $6667 each for 3-5

Included:
- Complete Kayak equipment consisting of: boat (single or double), safe vest, gloves, paddle, spry skirt, spray jacket and dry bag.
- 1 English/Spanish speaking guide;
- Meals as indicated B=breakfast, L-=box lunch, D= dinner
- Regular cruise boat Puerto Toro/ Puerto Natales;
- Transfer of participants from Ecocamp to Camp Serrano;
- Transport of equipment to the river put in point;
- Tents and basic camping equipment that can be accommodated in the kayaks.

Not included:
- Torres del Paine NP park fee;
- Sleeping bag;
- Insurance;

Departures: Regular departures every Sunday from November to March from Ecocamp at 9:00 am.with minimum of 2 people