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rush Andean Adventures
This stunning trek takes you through the virgin region of the
Patagonian Andes, crossing the different landscapes, divided by the
mountain chain that covers borders the valley of Río Puelo.
The trek consists of flights, boat trips and four trekking days through
areas practically untouched. A special feature of this programme is
the possibility to choose the country in which you will end your tour.
You will enter dense forests, make boat-trips across rivers and lakes,
trek through mountain passes along the Río Puelo, the emerald
coloured river which links Argentina and Chile. Each day, you will
become more enchanted by the landscape, the sensation of remoteness
and the traditions which change in accordance with the rhythm of the
seasons. You can discover the enchanted of the Island of Las Bandurrias
- a dream location. The exuberant vegetation, the warmth of the "colonos"
and the exquisite food give you the opportunity to dedicate yourself
to a magic trek between mountains and the sea. |
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| DAY 1
PUERTO MONTT - THE ISLAND OF LAS BANDURRIAS |
Meet in
Puerto Montt. Accompanied by our guide, the trip starts with a 40
minutes flight from the local airport of Puerto Montt heading towards
the mountain chain and leading us to the population of Segundo Corral,
close to the border with Argentina.
After the arrival at Segundo Corral, a local guide - "Baquiano"
- will accompany us on the first part of our adventurous journey until
we'll reach the Island of Las Bandurrias on Las Rocas Lake. There
you'll be served a special tea and a welcome dinner; the time has
come to relax and enjoy life... |
| DAY 2
THE ISLAND OF LAS BANDURRIAS... |
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breakfast with authentic local delicacies, you'll decide how you'd
like to spend your day selecting excursions around Lake Azul, Campo
La Colina, Rio Puelo hanging-bridge. Return to the Bandurrias Island.
Dinner and Night. |
| DAY 3
THE ISLAND OF LAS BANDURRIAS - LLANADA GRANDE... |
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early breakfast, we'll leave the island for a 4 hours walk. At mid
day break time to enjoying our lunch box. After that our trek continue
along lakes, crossing the Andean valleys, wild forests until we'll
reach the mountain population of Llanada Grande, a small settlement
with a landing strip. Its main attractions are an impressive waterfall
and the kindness of the inhabitants who will render you their hospitality
and will serve you their tasteful traditional Creolean food. Arrival
at Campo Eggers. Dinner and accommodation. |
| DAY 4
LLANADA GRANDE - PUERTO MONTT |
After an
unforgettable farewell breakfast, we'll start descending the mountain
chain for 2 hours until reaching the water abounded Río Puelo.
A boat with a powerful motor will take us further downwards, crossing
Río Manso and Lake Tagua- Tagua. Lunch at a splendid fishing
lodge. After lunch the boat will cross us the lake were our minibus
would be waiting for us. A transfer until Puerto Montt goes trough
the town of Puelo. Here you will enjoy the beautiful sight of the
river's mouth flowing into the sea at the Reloncaví Estuary.
On our way back to Puerto Montt, we will be able to contemplate the
colors of the sensational virgin nature of the National Park of Vicente
Pérez Rosales, skirting Lake Llanquihue and the volcanoes of
Osorno and Calbuco, all around the beautiful Puerto Varas city. The
transfer finishes at Puerto Montt's airport. |
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HORSEBACK RIDING (MUL007)
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Based on Camping
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Based on Cottage
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Min 2 persons
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3 persons
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4-7 persons
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8-10 persons
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TREKKING OPTION (MUL007-A)
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Based on Camping
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Min 2 persons
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3 persons
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4-7 persons
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8-10 persons
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INCLUDED :
- Full meals with ¼ L wine p/person
- All accommodations
- Trilingual tour leader, local guide
- Internal flights from Puerto Montt to Segundo Corral and lakes
and river boats
- Pack horses
- All transfers in/out
- The daily excursions out of the island
- Adventure International Tourism Insurance.
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NOT INCLUDED :
- Extra wine, alcoholic and tabs drinks
- Horseback riding horse
- Any extra occurring expenses in case of prolongation of the
journey due to bad weather
- Tips
- Air flights from Santiago
- Puerto Montt - Santiago.
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| Day 1 |
| Meet at
Bariloche airport - transfer from San Carlos de Bariloche via the
Lakes circuit and the mountain El Tronador - El Bolsón - Night
in "Odile's House" on Río Quequemtreu. |
| Day 2 |
| Transfer
El Bolsón to Puelo - International Crossing of the Lakes, thereby
crossing Lake Puelo and Lake Puelo Interior - Customs procedures -
The Bandurrias Island in Las Rocas Lake. |
| Day 3 |
| Select
excursions around Lake Azul, Campo La Colina, Río Puelo hanging-bridge
- Return to the Island of Las Bandurrias - Night |
| Day 4 |
| Crossing
of Lake Las Rocas - Customs procedures - International Crossing across
Lake Puelo Interior and Lake Puelo. - Transfer along the road of "Cañadón
de la Mosca", via the Lakes circuit of Mascardi, Guillelmo, Gutierrez
and Nahuel Huapi up to Bariloche. |
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Optional:
Chilean Horse, Creolean tackles. US$ per day in the trekking option.
The horseback riding horses are of the Chilean Creolean breed and
are very gentle and tame. They have a firm step, are in good health
and well trained for the Andean terrain. The saddle is a typical saddle
of the region it is completed with sheepskin. |
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About
Night Accommodation:
The Cabaña, a cozy cottage, is made of native wood and consists
of 2 floors. It is heated by firewood, which is used to warm the water
of your bathtub. From the bathroom, you have a splendid view of the
forest right in front of you. The large window of the comfortable
living room overlooks the small beach next to the quay and offers
you furthermore a beautiful view of Lake Las Rocas and the adjacent
mountains. The cabaña offers accommodation for up to 6 persons.
The Main House features an original decoration of French open countryside.
It is a very cosy and warm place.
The house is surrounded by a garden covered by a variety of flowers,
a stream and its own vegetable garden. It provides accommodation for
3 persons and is equipped with a radio, which is connected to a direct
telephone line. |
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About
Delicatessen:
The cooking on the Island features a special blend of flavors and
ingredients; it consists of an ethnic variety and mixture of the rich
gastronomic Creolean-Chilean style.
Depending on the season, it is possible to taste the delicious Trout
Arcoiris ó Fontinalis or "Al Palo" or "Al Asador"
is served during the "Excursion Creolean Day". It consists
of a tasty barbecue of lamb, salad and wine.
The drinking water is crystal clear, safe to drink and tastes delicious.
The island also has a personal collection of good variety of wines,
champagnes, whiskies, white drinks and tabs.
The vegetables and fruits are superb and the variety of the region's
berries is impressive. |
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| About
Logistics: |
Boats:
All boats have life jackets on board.
On Lake Las Rocas, we'll use an aluminum boat with outboard motor.
It can take 8 passengers, navigator and luggage. Two pair of boats
are used for short crossings; one is made of fiber glass and the other
is made of wood. The boats used for crossing the borders are either
a semi-rigid rubber boat with a Turbo motor, which can take 5 passengers,
navigator and luggage. There is a modern aluminum boat also with a
Turbo motor jet, which can take 9 passengers, navigator and luggage.
Planes: Light aircraft Cessna type can take 2/3 passengers,
pilot and luggage and engine plane since 5 passengers on. |
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About
Clothing and Climate:
Temperature varies between 10º and 25º.
1/2Day backpack, Trekking boots or sores, warm clothes and wind/rain
jacket, bathing suit, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, sun block, personal
medicines. |
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| RESERVATION
TERMS: we need a prepayment of US$ 350 per person upon confirmation.
We appreciate that the balance must be sent at least 30 days before
arrival of guests. |
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| CANCELLATION
CONDITIONS: |
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60 days
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Prepayment will be refunded
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59 - 30 days
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70 % of total will be refunded
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20 - 14 days
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50 % of total will be refunded
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13 - 0 days
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0% of total will be refunded
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| In case
of cancellation "in last minute" due to weather circumstances
the payment is not refundable but may apply to another departure during
the same or the next season. |
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| ALTUE
ACTIVE TRAVEL cannot be held responsible for extra costs in case
of prolongation of the trip by weather or security circumstances.
US$ per day / per person. Includes all meals and accommodations.
We greatly appreciate our beautiful country and we make every effort
to protect and preserve our environment. Thank you for your collaboration.
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