Extension
trip of Paine Trek - Moderate to strenuous trekking
It is hard to imagine any trip in Patagonia complete without a visit
to Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina. Extending from Cerro
Fitzroy in the north to Cerro Stokes in the south, this park includes
over 13 glaciers that fall from the Southern Patagonian Ice Cap into
the second and third largest lakes in all of South America.
Argentino and Viedma lakes traverse the east/west ecosystem transition
from glacier to tundra to rainforest to desert. It is not unusual
to see "armadillo" and "tinamou" scurrying through
the desert scrub to the eastern lake shore with icebergs bobbing in
the turquoise water a few feet away.
Our adventure visits the famous Moreno Glacier, the last advancing
glacier on the continent, Argentino and Viedma lakes, as well as the
world famous climbing destination of Chalten, (Fitzroy Massif). We
hike to the very base of immense granite walls that dam the relentless
icecap to the west. Travelling in vans and utilising comfortable camps
we are able to access this wonderful part of Patagonia without the
expense of Argentina´s volatile economy. Our guides are some
of the best naturalists to be found anywhere in Patagonia.
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hiking itinerary is dependent on the weather and group's desires.
Our guides will offer the best programs for the conditions. |
| DAY 1
PUNTA ARENAS |
| Reception
at the airport in Punta Arenas and transfer to our hotel. Evening
orientation, dinner and overnight in Hotel. (D) |
| DAY 2
PUNTA ARENAS-PUERTO NATALES-CHALTEN (Argentina) |
| Early morning
departure to Puerto Natales, 3 hours drive. (For those finishing our
Paine Trek, mid morning departure from Puerto Natales). Picnic lunch.
Cross the border to Argentina and continue on in the afternoon driving
around the eastern end of Argentina & Viedma lakes to Chalten
(6 hours drive), the Tehuelches name for the Fitzroy Massif. Camp
(B,L,D) |
| Days 3-4
HIKES AROUND CHALTEN |
Surrounded
by incredible peaks of plutonic granite that were sculpted by immense
glaciers these peaks rise at impossible angles. The complex of Fitzroy
(11,703'), Cerro Torre, Torre Egger, Poincenot, and many more have
become one of climbing's ultimate challenges.
Depending on the weather we will hike to Lago Torre below the magnificent
granite needles of Cerro Torre, Torre Egger, and Torre Stanhart. We
will also hike to Lago de Los Tres at the foot of Fitzroy surrounded
by the towers of Poincenot, Electrico, Marmotz and more. Perhaps we
will be able to scale Cerro Pliegue Tumbado, a minor peak surrounded
by unparalleled vistas. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5
CHALTEN - CALAFATE - PERITO MORENO EXCURSION |
| Morning
drive to Calafate (3 hours drive) where we will visit Laguna Pimo
by Lago Argentino. Here we can see as many as 20 different species
of waterfowl. In the afternoon we visit the famous Moreno Glacier.
We get very close to this immense wall of ice that used to dam the
southern arms of Lago Argentino. Massive calving blocks of ice appear
insignificant considering the dimensions of the glacier. Optional
glacier walk if weather permits. Lodging in a Cozy hotel in Calafate
(B,L,D) |
| Day 6
CALAFATE - PUERTO NATALES |
| A free
short morning which could you walk around this small town is followed
by a 4 hour drive returns us to Chile for an overnight in a comfortable
cozy hotel in the picturesque port of Puerto Natales on Last Hope
Sound. Farewell dinner. (B,L,D) |
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7 PUERTO NATALES - PUNTA ARENAS |
| Morning
transfer to the Punta Arenas (3 hours drive) airport for afternoon
outbound connections. |
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Based on
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Camping
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Hosterías
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2-3 persons
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US$ 1.749
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US$ 2.224
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4-6 persons
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US$ 1.443
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US$ 1.652
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7 up persons
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US$ 1.172
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US$ 1.381
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Single Supplement
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US$ 114
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US$ 308
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INCLUDED :
- Accommodations quoted per person based on sharing a room or
tent. Rates for single rooms or tents quoted apart
- All meals according to the itinerary
- All ground private transportation for transfer and camping equipment
(you never carry your things during trekking)
- Park and camping entrance fees
- Guides and camp staff
- Full camping gear (two man tents), except for personal sleeping
bag and pad
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NOT INCLUDED :
- Any type of insurance
- Tips and extra expenses as laundry, meals and drinks out of
program and other items not mentioned in the program
- Airfares Santiago-Punta Arenas-Santiago.
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| DEGREE
OF DIFFICULTY AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONING: |
| Hiking
is generally easy but we do cover some rugged trails with optional
daily hikes over 8 hours. Members are expected to be in good physical
conditions. No special abilities are needed although group members
should release that tempestuous weather is normal for this region. |
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TRIP
SUPPLEMENTS:
On receipt of your deposit, we will send you the complete General
Information for this trip and equipment list. |
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| Please
ask for our General Terms and Conditions Form. |
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