Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ...
The HUHT (Help Us to Help Them) Project is for people interested in helping the Cacacoyoc community by purchasing their products made by themselves.
These products made by the Cacacoyoc ...
Our hike to Macchu Picchu with Tierras Viva was a breathtaking experience far beyond an ordinary tour. Hiking five days through undescovered valleys and highlands down into the colorful jungle area and being the only tourists on the way, we experienced the magical natural beauty of the Andes from a different perspective. Meeting Andean people, sharing stories and quechua ... Eva Goblisch, Germany
When I visited Peru I didn’t imagine that I would experience something as great as the hike to Machu Picchu.
First I was a little bit disappointed that we couldn’t hike along the „real“ Inca Trail because it was so overcrowded with people. In the end I realised that was the best thing that could have happen to me!
We did ... Janine Iser, Germany
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five ... Danylo Fedoryka, Washington DC (USA) Musician - The band Scythian
Moderate These trips involving trekking, biking, rafting, kayaking and other moderate activities, we recommend to be fit, and before coming out here, do one or two hours walk and keep a positive attitude.
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Enjoy of an unique experience, paddling at Serrano River and Tyndall River, viiting its glacier and spotting the glaciers of the continental ice field, visiting Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, will live a unique experience and taste a really good patagonic lamp.
Itinerary
Day 1:Arrive Puerto Natales at any time, check in at our hotel, fre time to explore this picturesque town.
Day 2 – 5:Start our journey to SerranoRiver, located at the south limit of Torres del Paine National Park. We will camp in SerranoRiver, We will paddle up by the TyndallRiver until to get the glacier of the same name. Will camp in Puerto Toro at Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, where our campsite will be close to Serrano Glacier with an amassing scenery where the mountains mark up the entrance to the Southern Ice Field.
On the way back to Puerto Natales, we will stop at Estancia Perales for a grilled lamp.
Day 6: End of the tour in kayak in the wild patagonia, but also a good time to check out our Tailor made section.
What is included in this trip?.
Group Leader: Local guides with All paddling equipment (neoprene gloves, paddling jackets, life kackets, neoprene boots, kayak skirts), Kayaks double & single.
Accommodation: Hotel (02 nights), Camping (03 nights).
Entrance: Entrance intro Bernardo O'Higgins National Park.
Highlights: Kayak in Rio Serrano, Kayak in TyndallRiver, Kayak Puerto Toro, Kayak in Puerto Natales
Meals: Meals while camping.
Transport: Private Bus, Kayak, foot
Not included in this trip:
Local Payment USD 450
Pre & post tour accommodation
International & domestic flight and departure tax
Travel Insurance
Tips, baggage portage and other extras not specified
Optional Tours
Introduction
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us, (remember we are in south america). Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit traveling, with Tierras Vivas can be unpredictable. The dossier is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Please contact us for more information if needed.
Day 1: Puerto Nateles Arrive Puerto Natales at any time, check in at our hotel, fre time to explore this picturesque town.
Day 2: Rio Serrano
A private transfer will pick you up from your hotel/hostal in Puerto Natales or directly from our operation base. We will begin at the Rio Serrano sector (located at the southern border of Torres del Paine National Park) where we will prepare & distribute the kayaks so that we can then begin with the safety & paddling instructions. Our guides will help to recommend the appropriate equipment you will need to take during the trip, so that the rest of your luggage will be taken by a private transfer directly to your hotel in Puerto Natales. This day we will paddle approximately 2 hrs across the 1st section of Rio Serrano, this is a calm zone that is good for us to see the level & comfort of the kayakers paddling. We then arrive to a small waterfall on the river where we will have our 1st teamwork experience in carrying the kayaks 100m approx. Depending on the weather conditions and the hours of light left, we will continue for 1 or 2 hrs more to arrive at the camp for the 1st night. Dinner.
Day 3: Tyndall River We will begin with a good breakfast (fruit, cereal, wholemeal bread, milk, ground coffee and the speciality of the guide). We pack away the camp and paddle Tyndall river, against the current for 3 hrs or more which will bring us to the mouth of the lake, from here we cross the glacial moraine mostly covered by turquoise water. For 1 hour more we paddle the surrounding pristine countryside of Patagonia. When we arrive to the bay we set up camp. After relaxing time and eating lunch, we return to the water to visit and appreciate the front of the glacier for 2 hrs approx. Return to campsite .Dinner. Night 2.
Day 4: Puerto Toro Breakfast early in the morning and after packing away the camp; we continue our journey paddling back towards Rio Serrano. Between the National Park lands and private owned lands we can see views of native forests and glacier-covered mountains of the Southern Patagonian ice field arriving at Puerto Toro in the Bernardo O ´Higgins National Park. Whilst the guide prepares the camp and dinner, you have the possibility to walk along the trail to visit the glacier lookout and its ice bergs. Dinner. Night 3.
Day 5: Puerto Natales With an early start; depending on the weather conditions, we will carry the kayaks 100m to the lagoon of the Serrano glacier so that we can paddle in and amongst the ice- bergs to enjoy its intensity in colour and essence until 11:00am We will pack away the camp before boarding the boat, which departs at 13:00 (either the 21 de Mayo or DÁgostini boat). We will stop off at the tourist ranch “Estancia Perales” to enjoy a farewell BBQ. Arrival at Puerto Natales 17:00 hrs. Aprox.
Day 6: Departure Puerto Natales
End of the tour in kayak in the wild patagonia, but also a good time to check out our Tailor made section.
Make your reservation; we have got daily departures for this trip, further details please contact us at the following email address: info@tierrasvivas.com
Important Notes:
1) Shorter/longer stays, hotel upgrades and extra trips all possible. Please contact our sales department for more information or check out our Taylor Made section. sales@tierrasvivas.com
2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa; also all countries require a valid passport (with minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
3) This trip is not available between May and September due to weather conditions.
Accommodation: Simple Hotel, Camping
Joining Hotel: The hotels used in Puerto Natales will be detailed in your voucher. Please, refer to your travel voucher for your specific hotel.
Joining Instructions: This trip start and end in Puerto Natales, arrival and departure transfers are not included in the price of your tour. If you arrive by plane to Punta Arenas, there is a bus company at the airport, so you can by the ticket to get transferred to Puerto Natales. If you wish, at the time of booking please inform Tierras Vivas of your flight information to book this transfer. If you have booked an arrival transfer, an Tierras Vivas representative will meet you at the airport. If you arrive to Puerto Natales by land, go to the hotel listed on your voucher, it is just one block away from the bus stop.
Arrival Complications: We do not expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you can not commence your trip as scheduled, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader/local operator or to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader/local operator, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our local operator/representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the starting Point Hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Local Emergency Contact If you need emergency assistance, you can contact us locally at the following phone number:
Cell. + 54 92965 529714
Should you need to contact Tierras Vivas during a situation of extremely serious need, someone from our Operations staff will answer a mobile line at any time. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so we may return your call and assist you as soon as possible
Phone/Fax: +51 84 235 211
Mobiel: +51 84 984 948 212 +51 84 984 702 020
Checklist of what to take:
* Passport (with photocopies) * Travel insurance (with photocopies) * Airline tickets (with photocopies) * USD cash * Credit and debit cards * Vouchers and dossier * Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required * Camera and film * CD/MP3 player * Reading/writing material * Binoculars * Cover for backpacks * Fair sized daypack * Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably water proof) * Strong plastic bags to help keep gear dry * Sleeping bag (for -10C - this can also be hired locally for approximately $5USD/day-these are high quality and warm) * Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen) * Thermal underwear * Fleece top * Windproof/waterproof jacket * 5 shirts/t-shirts * Sun hat * 1 pair of shorts * 1 pairs of long trousers * 2 pair hiking pants/track pants * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes * Sport sandals * Sun block * Sunglasses * Toiletries (biodegradable) * Watch or alarm clock * Water bottle * Pocket knife * Small flashlight * First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re- hydration powder, and extra prescription drugs you may be taking).
Meal Budget Daily allowance USD30 for meals not included. For additional expenses, please contact our sales department for more information. sales@tierrasvivas.com
Emergency Fund Please, make sure you have access to at least an additional USD200 (or equivalent) as an emergency fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) need a change to our planned tour. This is a rare occurrence! But you never know…
Departure Tax USD35 Chile
Optional activities
Puerto Natales: Entrance Cerro Dorotea $5 Horseback riding $65 and up
Punta Arenas: Tour Fuerte Bulnes $6 Museum entrance $2
All prices are in USD.
A Couple of Rules Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts you at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Tierras Vivas travelers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operator has the right to expel any member of the group/tour if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes.
Travel Insurance Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When traveling on a trip with us, you will not be permitted to join the tour until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader or local operator, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Responsible Travel Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveler and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts.
Keeping in Touch If you need to be contacted while traveling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Cyber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travelers to stay in touch. If someone wishes to contact you in an emergency while you are on one of our trips we recommend that they contact your local booking agent, or refer to our Emergency Contact.
AVAILABILITY & PRICES
This trip is available between October and April due to weather conditions. For more information, please contact our sales department. sales@tierrasvivas.com
Cost per pax USD 1767
*Rates can be modified without notice and upon availability at the moment of the booking*
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Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ... 
The HUHT (Help Us to Help Them) Project is for people interested in helping the Cacacoyoc community by purchasing their products made by themselves.
These products made by the Cacacoyoc ... 
Our hike to Macchu Picchu with Tierras Viva was a breathtaking experience far beyond an ordinary tour. Hiking five days through undescovered valleys and highlands down into the colorful jungle area and being the only tourists on the way, we experienced the magical natural beauty of the Andes from a different perspective. Meeting Andean people, sharing stories and quechua ...
When I visited Peru I didn’t imagine that I would experience something as great as the hike to Machu Picchu.
First I was a little bit disappointed that we couldn’t hike along the „real“ Inca Trail because it was so overcrowded with people. In the end I realised that was the best thing that could have happen to me!
We did ...
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five ...
Enjoy of an unique experience, paddling at Serrano River and Tyndall River, viiting its glacier and spotting the glaciers of the continental ice field, visiting Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, will live a unique experience and taste a really good patagonic lamp.
