Undiscovered Chile
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Overview
Largely unexplored and sparsely populated, the remote Aisen region lies amongst the wild landscapes of Southern Chile. Famous for its breathtaking scenery, which includes the world's third largest icefields after Antarctica and Greenland, it provides the perfect destination for an off-beat Chilean adventure. A trip that can be tailored to suit your needs, you'll start in Santiago and, staying at a mix of lodges and camps, you will trek, kayak and cruise across some of the most spectacular and ...
Largely unexplored and sparsely populated, the remote Aisen region lies amongst the wild landscapes of Southern Chile. Famous for its breathtaking scenery, which includes the world's third largest icefields after Antarctica and Greenland, it provides the perfect destination for an off-beat Chilean adventure. A trip that can be tailored to suit your needs, you'll start in Santiago and, staying at a mix of lodges and camps, you will trek, kayak and cruise across some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in South America.
The first part of your journey takes you along the Carretera Austral to the shores of Lake General Carrera, close to where you will begin your kayak down the river to the town of Caleta Tortel. After a brief stay in Coyhaique, the regional capital, you then take a catamaran journey through the southern fjords to the luxurious Puyuhuapi Lodge, your base from which to explore the spectacular scenery of Chilean Patagonia. Returning through the Austral fjords, you'll enjoy the full majesty of the Andes Mountains as you head back to Puerto Chacabuco and then on to Santiago.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the mesmerising marble caves of Capillas de Marmól
- See the lakes, landscapes, glaciers and fjords of this undiscovered corner of Chile
- Go on adventurous trekking, rafting, boating and horse-riding excursions
- Spot dolphins as you sail to San Rafael Lagoon in a catamaran
- Stay at a guesthouse in a remote lakeside lodge in Puerto Guadal
- Enjoy typical Patagonian meals and barbecues
Suggested Itinerary
This is a suggested itinerary. Our experts have all travelled widely in the region and will be happy to tailor any of our itineraries to suit your tastes, or build a trip from scratch.
Day 1 ARRIVE SANTIAGO
Day 1 ARRIVE SANTIAGO
On arrival to Santiago you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel in the city centre.
Day 2 SANTIAGO - PUERTO GUADAL
Day 2 SANTIAGO - PUERTO GUADAL
Today, leave the capital city behind and fly to Balmaceda. When you arrive, you will be met and transferred along the Carretera Austral to your lodge on the banks of the Lake General Carrera. On the way, you will visit Villa Cerro Castillo and stop for lunch in a typical Patagonian restaurant. Continue towards Puerto Tranquilo and take a boat trip to the Marble Chapels (Capillas de Marmol), splendid marble caves drawn by the waves. This evening you will have dinner at your lodge.
Day 3 PUERTO GUADAL
Day 3 PUERTO GUADAL
Full day in the area of Puerto Guadal where you can enjoy several excursions including rafting, boat navigations, trekking, horse riding, fly fishing and more.
Day 4 PUERTO GUADAL
Day 4 PUERTO GUADAL
A further day of outdoor activities in the wilderness.
Day 5 PUERTO GUADAL
Day 5 PUERTO GUADAL
A further day of outdoor activities in the wilderness.
Day 6 PUERTO GUADAL - BALMACEDA - PUERTO CHACABUCO
Day 6 PUERTO GUADAL - BALMACEDA - PUERTO CHACABUCO
Transfer to Balmaceda to continue your trip to Puerto Chacabuco. Pick up in Balmaceda and transfer to your next hotel.
Day 7 PUERTO CHACABUCO
Day 7 PUERTO CHACABUCO
This morning you will board the catamaran to begin the journey through the fjords, experiencing the transparency of the waters, the majesty of the Andes Mountains wrapped in lush forests, and hopefully, encounters with playful dolphins. You will sail through a number of channels, which lead you to the San Rafael Lagoon, home to a beautiful glacier. After a visit of two hours, you begin your return trip, arriving in Puerto Chacabuco at about 10:30 pm where you will be transferred to the hotel.
Day 8 PUERTO CHACABUCO
Day 8 PUERTO CHACABUCO
During your stay at Loberias del Sur you will be able to experience the wilderness of Chilean Patagonia through different excursions. Today you will visit Parque Aiken where you will enjoy trekking and a typical lamb roast.
Day 9 PUERTO CHACABUCO – SANTIAGO
Day 9 PUERTO CHACABUCO – SANTIAGO
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to Balmaceda airport, a journey of approximately two hours, where you will board your flight to Santiago. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the final night of your stay.
Day 10 DEPART SANTIAGO
Day 10 DEPART SANTIAGO
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight.
SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION
Orly Hotel, Santiago
This three star hotel is a lovely, intimate lodging in the heart of the neighbourhood of Providencia. With just 28 comfortable rooms, it is a charming, homely option with informal friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere. There is tasty food served up in the roadside restaurant and you are well placed for sightseeing and exploring the delights of the capital. While the standard queen rooms are on the small side, the king rooms and junior suites are a much better size. The Hotel Orly is a reliable three star hotel in a fantastic location.
Loberias Del Sur Hotel, Puerto Chacabuco
The Loberias del Sur hotel in Puerto Chacabuco is located on the shores of the Patagonian channels in the Aisen region of Chile. The hotel offers 60 comfortable en suite rooms, all built in typically Southern style; the hotel is in keeping with the architecture known in the region. The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, coffee shop and gym and sauna for its guests to use. For those staying longer, the Loberias del Sur offers a range of activities including trekking, fly fishing, horse riding, canoeing and kayaking.
Mallín Colorado Ecolodge, Puerto Guadal
Four hours south of Coyahaique, along the Carretera Austral, is the lesser-explored region of northern Chilean Patagonia. Here, perched in the mountains overlooking Lake General Carrera, is the family-owned and run Mallin Colorado Ecolodge set within 550 hectares of private land offering their own exclusive trails. The eco-lodge has a local wood construction featuring lots of large windows with natural light to make the most of its stunning location. Accommodation includes a range of rooms and log cabins to suit different needs, with all offering stunning views of the azure blue Lake General Carrera and its surrounding mountains. Stays can be organised on a full-board basis, including excursions to the star attraction of the area, the Marble Caves. The experience is warm and cosy, and the service superb.
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Accommodation listed here is intended as a guide only, to give you a taste of what we can do. Our experts can tailor any aspect of this itinerary and accommodation to suit your budget and tastes.
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When you book a trip with Wild Frontiers you are awarded points, which are based on the return distance from London to the arrival city of your trip. Points are awarded for all our holidays, including both our escorted group tours and tailor-made trips. When you accrue points, you will qualify for the following discounts on all future bookings:
| Blue | More than 10,000 points | 2.5% discount |
| Bronze | More than 30,000 points | 5% discount |
| Silver | More than 45,000 points | 7.5% discount |
| Gold | More than 60,000 points | 10% discount |
This itinerary is aimed to give you an idea of what we can offer. The price shown above is per person, based on two people travelling outside of peak periods. As this itinerary is only a suggestion and can be tailor-made to suit your interests and budget, your final price may differ.
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