Spirit of the Carretera Austral - 5 Days
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DAY 1: BALMACEDA AIRPORT – PUERTO IBÁÑEZ
Upon arrival at the Balmaceda Airport a transfer will be waiting to take us to Puerto Ibáñez and commence our travels appreciating the beautiful scenery and local flora of the region. Once there we will have time to explore our surroundings and enjoy a simple but delicious meal. Overnight in Puerto Ibáñez. (BL or L) DAY 2: PUERTO IBÁÑEZ – CERRO CASTILLO NATIONAL PARK – CHILE CHICO After breakfast we will adventure out to explore the magnificent Cerro Castillo National Park boasting over 100,000 hectares. This place is sure to take our breath away with its beautiful landscapes. In addition, it is home to a variety of fauna such as skunks, cougars and the huemul (southern Andean deer). All of these represent the essence of the Chilean Patagonia. Subsequently we will return to town to board a ferry and navigate the General Carrera Lake known for its intense turquoise waters comprised of several distant glaciers. By late afternoon we will disembark in the town of Chile Chico, located only 6 km (4 mi) west of the border with Argentina. Overnight in Chile Chico. (B, BL) DAY 3: CHILE CHICO – PATAGONIA NATIONAL PARK – PUERTO GUADAL Today we will leave Chile Chico and travel to reach the southern part of the Patagonia National Park (formerly known as Lago Cochrane National Reserve). Once there we will have the opportunity to connect with typical Patagonian nature as we hike two trails boasting a variety of vegetation. Additionally, we will have the option to navigate the icy waters of the Cochrane River (not included). At a certain moment during our excursion we will make a stop to have a well-deserved meal. To wrap up this wonderful day we will return to the hotel. Overnight in Puerto Guadal. (B, BL or L) DAY 4: PUERTO GUADAL – PUERTO RÍO TRANQUILO – COYHAIQUE Our journey today will take us north to visit two of Mother Nature’s most spectacular highlights of the Carretera Austral. Our first stop will be at the confluence of the Neff and Baker rivers boasting contrasting colors and white waters. We will then continue to the town of Puerto Río Tranquilo to explore the famous Marble Caves, an extraordinary rock formation carved throughout centuries by wind and water. After our navigation we will return to the town to have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will depart to Coyhaique, capital of the Aysén Region. Overnight in Coyhaique. (B, L) DAY 5: COYHAIQUE – BALMACEDA AIRPORT After breakfast we will be picked up from our hotel and transferred to the Balmaceda Airport. Along the way we will notice cooler weather and a change in scenery. This is the true entrance to the Pampa which can be viewed immediately after passing through airport customs. Although a small town, Balmaceda constitutes simplicity and beauty. (B) Note:
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2020-2021 Price per person in US$, based on double occupancy: with 1 person = $3982, with 2-3 people = $2245, with 4 people = $1924. Single supp. is $195 Hotels we use in this program: Twin cabins in Cabañas Borde Lago(Puerto Ibañez), standard Room in Hosteria de la Patagonia (Chile Chico), Standard room in Mirador de Guadal (Puerto Guadal) and Standard Room in Hotel Patagonia House (Coyhaique).
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Payment Conditions: 50% upon confirmation of services. The balance must be fully paid 30 days prior to arrival. Cancellation fees : - 30 to 15 days prior to arrival = 50% of rate - 15 to 0 days prior to arrival 100% of rate |
