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TIERRAS VIVAS A Whole World of Experincie Plateros 319 Cusco - Perú - 2008 Telefax: 051 84235211 Cell Phone: 051 849702020 / 849948212 email: info@tierrasvivas.com MSN: tierrasvivas@hotmail.com Skype: tierrasvivas http://www.tierrasvivas.com/ |
 Patagonia Full Trek
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Overview
Our exploration of the vast and stark beauty of southern Argentina and Chile will take you from the bright lights and sophistication of Santiago de Chile to the pristine pleasures of the southern peaks, forests, rivers and ice fields. We also travel to Tierra del Fuego and its capital, Ushuaia, crossing through the famous Canal de Beagle the southernmost place on the planet. Come discover the highlights of this alluring area of South America with us!
Day 2-4: After a full day exploring the capital city we will board a night train to Pucon, a mecca for outdoor activities in Chile''''s Lake District. There are optional activities such as volcano climbing, hiking, rafting, skiing (in season), and visiting a Mapuche community and more.
Day 5-7: Crossing the Andes to get into Argentina. . Bariloche is the gateway for explorers going further south into Patagonia and also a popular resort town for Argentines. The spectacular surroundings offer outdoor options such as hiking, biking, trekking, good rafting, lake tours, horse riding and skiing/snowboarding (in season).
Day 8-9: Two days bus ride through the famous Route 40, flight south to El Chalten to enjoy the awesome landscape!
Day 10-12: Our hikes will include Rio Blanco, Laguna de los Tres, Piedras Blancas and the Cerro Torre Valley hikes. Our treks range from easy to moderate, with optional ice-hiking and more difficult treks. A late afternoon bus returns us to El Calafate on day 11. Next day, full day tour into Los Glaciares National Park, to Perito Moreno Glacier.
Day 13-16: Our journey takes us south again along a non -paved road to the border of Chile. We spend a relaxing evening in scenic Puerto Natales before our trip to the spectacular Paine National Park, where we spend the next two nights camping among the dramatic granite pillars that dominate the landscape. From our campsite we will take day hikes to observe some of the striking scenery of this protected area, home to a variety of animal and plant life. Arriving back in Puerto Natales in the afternoon to take a bus back to El Calafate.
Day 17: Local bus to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, facing the beagle Channel. You will have time to explore this lively city and visit its museums.
Day 18-19: The southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia is our base for a cruise along the Beagle Channel to observe the marine wildlife among its small islands and inlets.
Day 20: Departure day.
Is this trip for me?.
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Route: Santiago-Pucon-San Carlos de Bariloche-Route 40-El Chalten-El Calafate-Puerto Natales-Torre del Paine National Park-Ushuaia. |
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Activity: Trekking, Cultural and Traditional. |
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Physical rating: Adventure |
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Crew: 01 Tour Leader all trip, local guides while camping in Torre del Paine. |
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Accommodation: Hotels/Simple Hostels/Guest Houses (16 nights), Camping or Lodge (02 nights), Nights Bus (01 night). |
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Highlights: Perito Moreno Glacier guided tour, Trekking guide in El Chalten, Trekking to Torre del Paine, Tour to the Beagle Channel in Ushuaia. |
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Meals: Meals while camping in Torres del Paine. |
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Transport: Local Bus. |
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Introducton 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. |
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Day 1: Santiago This is |
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Day 2-4: Pucon From |
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Day 5-7: San Carlos de Bariloche After exploring the surrounding area of Pucon, we will board a local bus south to Bariloche, the northern gateway to Patagonia. A popular resort town for Argentines, the spectacular surroundings of Bariloche offer loads of outdoor options, like hiking, biking, horse riding, rafting, lake tours, and skiing/snowboarding in winter season. Bariloche is also famous for its quality and quantity of chocolate. So wander around the city, enjoy the landscapes and eat chocolate! |
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Day 8 - 9: Route 40 - El Chalten Early in the morning we will take a bus to cross the real patagonia, through the mystical Route 40, spend a night at one of those lonely towns in the middle of nowhere until we get at our next destination, El Chalten, the land of the famous and challenging Fitzroy! |
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Day 10: El Chalten The town of El Chaltén, is located in the north end of Glacier Park. Hikers and climbers from all over the world arrive here, waiting for good weather to undertake the challenges presented by nature, the Fitzroy. Trek for a full day (moderate) to Rio Blanco Base Camp and Laguna de los Tres vantage point for an absolutely stunning view, weather permitting, of the complete FitzRoy Massif. Mt. Guillaumet, St. Exupery, Mermoz, Juarez and other mountains form the jagged group. Directly across a small glacial lake rises Mt. FitzRoy, almost two miles of vertical wall in a single bound. If you have enough energy, can visit Piedras Blancas Glacier. The majority of the hike is of moderate difficulty, however the last 45 minutes to the viewing point is difficult but the view is worth it and is one of the highlights of the Patagonia trip. |
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Day 11: El Chalten / El Calafate Hike Cerro Torre Valley to Torre Lake and Glacier for a close view, weather permitting, of the awesome spires that make up Cerro Torre and its neighbours. A treacherous cap of ice known to climbers as “the mushroom” tops this slender needle of granite. Stop by the lake for some relaxation upon your return. In the evening, we will take a bus to El Calafate. |
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Day 12: El Calafate
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Day 13: Puerto Natales Our journey takes us south again along the unpaved road to the border of Chile. We spend a relaxing evening in scenic Puerto Natales before our trip to the spectacular Paine National Park, where we spend the next two nights camping among the dramatic granite pillars that dominate the landscape. From our campsite we will take day hikes to observe some of the striking scenery of this protected area, home to a variety of animal and plant life. Arriving back in Puerto Natales in the afternoon of day 16. |
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Day 14: Torres del Paine National Park Wake early to begin the trip to the national park. Our trek to the base of The Towers (4-5 hours roundtrip), will start as soon as we get at Las Torres camopsite, a spectacular hike to view the three pink granite towers that made the park famous. The granite Towers of Paine make a sudden and dramatic appearance on the horizon in the midst of a flat, dry and wind-swept plain. Despite the almost constant summer winds, this is some of the finest trekking country in Chile. Endowed with severe mountains, lakes, waterfalls and glaciers, as well as guanacos, majestic condors, flocks of pink flamingos and large Patagonian hares, the park’s international attraction is immediately evident. |
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Day 15: Torres del Paine National Park Travel by van through the national park, taking the time to stop at the Salto Grande waterfall. Cross Lake Pehoe by catamaran (30 minutes) in the morning. Trek to the French Valley (6 hours roundtrip), one of the most beautiful places of this national park, you''''ll see foliage typical of the Patagonia steppe as well as mountain forest and awesome colorful lakes. Return to Lake Pehoe. Spend the night at Pehoe campsite. |
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Day 16: Torres del Paine National Park – El Calafate Early in the morning start the trek to Grey Glacier (5/6 hours roundtrip), one of the most beautiful glaciers of the Patagonian ice field...Cross Lake Pehoe by catamaran in the morning. Return to Puerto Natales and continue onwards to El Calafate. |
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Day 17: Ushuaia Early in the morning, we take a local bus down south, to get into Chile to cross by ferry at Punta Delgada, to get to the island of Tierra del Fuego, cross the border again until we arrive to the End of the World, Ushuaia. |
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Day 18: After breakfast, you will be heading to the touristic pier to catch up th boat for the tou to the Beagel Channel, you wil spot amassing wildlife such as sea lions, cormorans, small petrels and will vistis the famous Les Eclarious Lighthouse, so be ready with your camera!! Once you are back in town, can visit a museum that was a penal colony (the presidio was disbanded in the 1940s) for political prisoners as well as hardened criminals, |
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Day 19: Today is a fre day, but in the morning, as optional activity you can visit the first coastal national park in Argentina, optional tour to the Train of The End of the World. As the weather is very unpredictable in Ushuaia, for this tour take a rain jacket with you, (you never know what can happen). Also you can take anotehr tours such as trekking, canoing, or just chill out and relax after a long journey. |
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Day 20: Departure day After breakfast, depart the hotel to the airport or for more adventures, check out our section of Tailor Made Trips for extend your holidays. |
Dossier
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Important Note 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. 2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa, also all countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
3) This trip is not available between May and September due to weather conditions. Accommodation: Simple Hotels, hostels, Camping Joining Hotel: Hotel Riviera
Miraflores 106 Santa Lucia Santiago de Chile Joining Instructions: Please note that Arrival Complications: We don't 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 operatos/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 numbers: Cell. 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 posible Phone:
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 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/info@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 USD18 USD5 Ushuaia Optional activities: Pisco distillery tour $20 Winery tour $20-$30 Pucon: Snowboarding $45 Mountain Bike rental $10 Volcano Climb $70 Rafting $40-$60 Thermal Baths $15 Horseback riding $40 Bariloche Mountain bike rental $10/day Horseback riding $25-$45 Lakes crossing $180 Rafting $40 City Tour $10 Tronador excursion $25 Paragliding $80 El Calafate: Mountain bike rental $4/hour Horseback riding $20-$60 Cruise Upsala Glacier $45 (10 Hrs) Cruise Moreno Glacier $12 (45 mins) Moreno Ice Trekking $75 (8 Hrs) Puerto Natales: Entrance Cerro Dorotea $5 Horseback riding $65 and up Ushuaia Estancía Harberton $50 Horseback riding $35-$65 Ski lift $5 (return) Entrance museum $7 Ushuaia – visit to seal or penguin colonies $30 - $50 USD 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 travellers. 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 explotation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operators 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 travelling 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. Tierras Vivas is a Travel Assurance provider, and in case you are interested in get our proposal, please contact us to the following email: info@tierrasvivas.com Responsible Travel: Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveller 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 travelling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Ciber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travellers 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 not available between May and September due to weather conditions, here below the departure dates. For more information, please contact our sales department. Cost per pax USD2300 + Local Payment USD500 Local payment Most of our adventure trips involve a local payment. This amount is the final payment for your tour. Paying locally facilitates the flow of funds into countries that we travel through and also helps to reduce the overall price of the tour, allowing us to keep our tours at a competitive price, passing our costs savings on to you. *Rates can be modified without notice and upon availability at the moment of the booking* |