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The Patagonia
Day 1 - Transportation from Balmaceda Airport to Hacienda Tres Lagos / Approximately 5 hours,240km
We enter this rustic and beautiful part of the Patagonia on the Southern Carretera Austral, an extension of the Panamerican Highway completed in 1978. We will cross rivers, lakes and valleys and be surrounded by mountains and virgin forests. Along the way we will also pass Cerro Castillo a typical patagonian town lost in time. Then we will stop for a picnic in one of the world purest places before continuing. Next we pass close to Puerto Murta and arrive at the coast of General Carrera the second largest lake in South America (2000 km2). General Carrera lake and the network of rivers and lakes surrounding it represent one of the worlds greatest reserves of clean fresh water. From the lake we will continue our winding path, passing by Puerto Tranquilo, all the while observing views of incredible pictoral beauty populated by exotic birds and animals of the region.
American Breakfast. Riding our trusty patagonian horses we will leave Hacienda Tres Lagos and climb up into the Zorzal mountain using the trails left by the zones first colonists. Our expert guide will lead the trip up into old growth forests of Lenga, Ñires and Beech trees. While hearing the songs of countless birds we will pass hidden cabins and small ponds where wild ducks frollick in uncontaminated waters. Upon arriving at the "Mirador 4 Lagos" we will stop to eat, enjoy a bottle of fine chilean wine while all around us is a breathtaking view of the General Carrera, Negro, Plomo and Bertrand Lakes. After a sufficient rest we will return to the hotel. The afternoon is free and a good time to take a sauna or go to the beach at Lago Negro. Dinner.
Day 3 - Rafting
in the Baker River/ time half day
American Breakfast. We leave the Hacienda behind on our way to a white
water adventure in the Baker River, one of the most turbulent rivers in
Chile. With the aid if experienced rafting guides we will navigate second
grade rapids, allowing the whole family to participate. As the turquoise
waters boil beneath the raft we will explore one of the most interesting
rivers in South America and travel through untouched forests. This exciting
and safe journey includes the use of a wet suits, life jackets and helmets.
hot drinks will be waiting for us at the bottom of the rapids as well
as a saitisfying snack. Lunch. Afternoon free. Dinner.
American Breakfast. Today we can relax in the Jacuzzi or the sauna, row in the Lago Negro or just enjoy the hotels accommodations. Lunch and dinner at hotel.
American Breakfast. Return trip to Balmaceda Airport.
Day 1 - Transportation from Balmaceda Airport to Hacienda Tres Lagos / Approximately 5 hours,240km
We enter this rustic and beautiful part of the Patagonia on the Southern Carretera Austral, an extension of the Panamerican Highway completed in 1978. We will cross rivers, lakes and valleys and be surrounded by mountains and virgin forests. Along the way we will also pass Cerro Castillo a typical patagonian town lost in time. Then we will stop for a picnic in one of the world purest places before continuing. Next we pass close to Puerto Murta and arrive at the coast of General Carrera the second largest lake in South America (2000 km2). General Carrera lake and the network of rivers and lakes surrounding it represent one of the worlds greatest reserves of clean fresh water. From the lake we will continue our winding path, passing by Puerto Tranquilo, all the while observing views of incredible pictoral beauty populated by exotic birds and animals of the region.
American Breakfast. Riding our trusty patagonian horses we will leave Hacienda Tres Lagos and climb up into the Zorzal mountain using the trails left by the zones first colonists. Our expert guide will lead the trip up into old growth forests of Lenga, Ñires and Beech trees. While hearing the songs of countless birds we will pass hidden cabins and small ponds where wild ducks frollick in uncontaminated waters. Upon arriving at the "Mirador 4 Lagos" we will stop to eat, enjoy a bottle of fine chilean wine while all around us is a breathtaking view of the General Carrera, Negro, Plomo and Bertrand Lakes. After a sufficient rest we will return to the hotel. The afternoon is free and a good time to take a sauna or go to the beach at Lago Negro. Dinner.
American Breakfast. In a 4x4 we will leave the hotel and drive 1 hour through the beautiful El Leon-River valley. Travelling through the incredible native forests we will cross small rivers before arriving at our trail head. We will then begin a three hour walk to the end of the valley traversing brooks and streams with the help of our guide. At the end of the walk we arrive at El Leon lake and the icy majesty of El Leon glacier. Here we can see huge blocks of glacial ice floating in EL Leon lake. This is the only possible form to visit a patagonian glacier in the Laguna San Rafael National Park up close without having technical ice climbing knowledge and is 100 percent safe. During the course of the day our guide will stop and we will be able to have a power packed mountaineers lunch. When we arrive back at the hotel dinner will be waiting for us.
American Breakfast. After one hour´s journey from the Hacienda in the direction of Puerto Tranquilo we will have the opportunity to explore a huge marble peninsula that shoots out into the water of General Carrera Lake. By boat we will enter several exquisite caves, passing within touching distance of their brillant marble walls and listen as the waters of the lake lap up against them. Later our guide will prepare a delicious barbecue. Dinner.
American Breakfast.We will leave the Hacienda guided by a continuous view of the beautiful Baker River past the Nef River confluence. Here we will stop and observe as the differently colored rivers mix their sprakling waters. Later, we arrive at Cochrane, a typical patagonian town which has the feel of times long past. In Cochrane we will visit the Tamango National Reserve and explore Cochrane Lake and River. The water of this lake and river is some of the clearest in the world and it is quite easy to see schools of rainbow trout and perch swimming below the surface. With the wonders of the pristine forest all around and small cascadas gurgling in our ears we will visit crystaline pools and see the Huemele deer in its natural habitat. This rare deer and other beautiful animals inhabit the old growth Lenga and Coigües forests of the reserve, providing us with the perfect oppurtunity for incredible photographs. Later on our trip our guide will prepare a succulent country style barbecue. Dinner.
American breakfast. Today we can relax in the Jacuzzi or the sauna, row in the Lago Negro or just enjoy the hotels accomodations. Lunch and dinner at hotel.
American Breakfast. Return trip to Balmaceda Airport.
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