Chile Patagonia National Park Trek Tour

Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Andre Labarca

André fell in love with Patagonia at first sight and has made it his home for the last 10 years. He has participated in more than ten mountain expeditions in the region, accomplishing many first ascents, including the summits of the North and South Towers of the Torres del Paine. André has a great interest in the development of sustainable tourism and is always looking for other regions to explore within Patagonia. André's love for nature and respect for the mountains is infectious to all who travel with him.

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Arrive at Balmaceda Airport in Northern Patagonia. Meet your trip leader and transfer to your hotel in Coyhaique. Explore the town on your own, then gather in the evening for a group dinner and trip briefing.
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Depart early and travel through Cerro Castillo National Park and Ibañez Pass, known for its stunning views of the dramatic Castillo mountain range and the Rio Ibáñez. Board the Tehuelche Ferry in Puerto Ibañez for a 2.5-hour voyage across the second-largest lake in South America, known historically as Chelenco but now referred to as Lago General Carrera in Chile and Lago Buenos Aires in Argentina. Arrive in Chile Chico, a small mining and agricultural community on the lake\'s southern shore and a regional oasis with a uniquely warm, lake influenced microclimate. This afternoon, take a short hike in the Lunar Valley, taking in its surreal geological formations and evocative cave paintings of the Tehuelche culture. Overnight at cabins in Chile Chico.
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Travel across the Patagonian plains and along the Jeinimeni River (the geographical border between Chile and Argentina) to the north entrance of Patagonia National Park. Set off on a challenging, 16-mile hike along the vibrant turquoise waters of Jeinimeni Lake to Glacier Hut Camp. The trail crosses wide, shallow rivers with lots of glacial and river debris, then climbs over La Gloria Pass, with gorgeous views of Jeinimeni and Verde lakes, and many lofty peaks. Tackle a number of steep inclines before reaching Glacier Hut Camp in Valle Hermoso, your home for the night. Take a sunset stroll around the glacier lake then relax around the camp fire.
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Embark on a technical trek of the Lago Superior circuit, stopping for a box lunch at the hanging glacier of Punta Guanaco peak. The hike is steep and ascends on eroded rock and gullies until it reaches the dramatic landscape of Baguales Glacier, named after the wild horses the original settlers found there. Enjoy the exhilarating views of glacial lakes and cascading waterfalls before returning via the same path to Glacier Hut Camp for dinner.
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Rise early for a hike with breathtaking views of the Jeinimeni, El Tronador and Las Llaves Mountain ranges and ragged peaks. Our path leaves behind the open alpine to enter the lush northwest evergreen forest. Walk down to the Avilés Valley, around lagoons to an old Lenga Forest, and to a remote, newly constructed wilderness camp. Along the way, catch glimpses of the past as we trek past abandoned shelters built by gauchos.
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Hike up the north Avilés Valley and through beech forests in search of the endangered Magellanic woodpecker and Huemul deer. Reach up to a side debris of Mount Tronador, with great views of the surrounding glaciers, then return to camp for an early dinner.
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The last day of the first backcountry trek traverses the wide rivers of the Avilés Valley. Depending on weather conditions, enjoy exhilarating river crossings, complete with rope systems and harnesses! Follow cattle trails used by gauchos to get their animals to summer pasture, including some narrow-cut trails beside a canyon. Arrive back at Chelenco Lake (Lago General Carrera), near the old mining village of Fachinal, and meet the van for a rugged, bumpy drive back to Chile Chico. Take in spectacular views of the lake and surrounding mountain terrain.
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Cross back and forth across the border with Argentina today, driving via the Argentinian town of Los Antiguos, then south to Monte Zeballos within the Argentinian side of Patagonia National Park. Return to Chile at Entrada Baker Pass, once used by the pioneers to colonize the Aysen region. Drive along the park, stopping at the restored house of a British pioneer, passing guanaco herds and lakes with flamingos and crested ducks. This once overgrazed sheep and cattle ranch now protects an abundance of Patagonian steppe grasslands and rebounding wildlife. The national restoration project here is one of the largest of its kind in the world. Visit the information center to learn about the fascinating details of this project. Arrive late this afternoon at the peaceful Borde Baker Lodge on the emerald-colored Baker River.
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Drive to Cochrane, stopping for a short walk to stretch the legs, then continue to San Lorenzo Camp, your base for the next two nights. From the camp trailhead, hike through a beech forest and past heart-shaped Corazon Lake, then deep into the Tranquilo Valley and up to the Cordon Cochrane Mountain range amphitheater with its shimmering hanging glaciers and array of amazing unclimbed peaks. Return to San Lorenzo Camp for dinner and overnight.
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Take a trail through a beech forest that opens onto a valley with views of the San Lorenzo Mountains. Explore the remains of a rustic hut built by Alberto De Agostini, an Italian priest and mountaineer who was the first to summit San Lorenzo. Weather permitting, eat lunch with views of an alpine lake and the pinnacles of the massif. Return to San Lorenzo Camp for a typical gaucho barbeque with the locals, complete with music and tales of the legendary pioneers and adventurers who first explored this rugged land.
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After an early breakfast, take a bumpy road back to the Borde Baker Lodge. En route, stop for a short hike to Mirador Confluencia. The afternoon is at your leisure; enjoy fishing, take a well-deserved soak in the hot tub, or simply relax. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at the lodge.
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Rise early for a morning departure to Balmaceda Airport. It\'s a long drive along the Carretera Austral, but the spectacular views of General Carrera Lake, beech and larch trees, and the Patagonian Andes are worth it. Enjoy a packed lunch along the way.
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Accommodations

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A range of lodging, from comfortable hotels to remote mountain huts and wilderness camps supported by porters (or set up in advance).

San Lorenzo Camp

Comfortable Camping

Located on private family-owned property at the base of the San Lorenzo massif, San Lorenzo Camp includes an enclosed barbecue area and lounge/dining area. Two-person tents with inflatable pads are set up in the surrounding area. Camp amenities include a rustic outdoor shower with hot water, a flush toilet, and a generator for lighting and charging equipment.

Cabins Chile Chico-Chile Chico, Chile

Rustic Lodging

These comfortable cabins with tasteful contemporary decor sit in a quiet waterfront location on the south shore of General Carrera Lake, just a short walk from the town center. Each features a private bathroom and sitting area.

Glacier Hut Camp-Valle Hermoso, Chile

Comfortable Camping

Sleep in two-person tents and wake up to views of Lago Superior at this campsite situated on the edge of a moraine under a hanging glacier. Camp amenities include a rustic outdoor shower with hot water, a flush toilet, and a generator for lighting and charging equipment. Your guiding crew will create hearty camp meals on a gas stove.

Borde Baker Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

This riverside eco-lodge features cozy wooden cabins that are beautifully constructed to complement the surrounding landscape, and are connected to the main lodge by wooden walkways. Its peaceful location on Rio Baker, combined with delicious food, beautiful scenery, and charming cabins with panoramic windows, make it a top refuge for global travelers. Dine at the lodge's excellent restaurant, which serves organic, locally sourced produce and creative takes on traditional Patagonian dishes.

Hotel Dreams de la Patagonia-Coyhaique, Chile

Comfortable Hotel

This 4-star hotel is located a 10-minute walk from the city center. Décor is modern and stylish, from the dramatic lobby to the cozy bar. Spacious, well-appointed rooms offer 24-hour room service, LED TVs, free WiFi, and minibars. Other features include an upstairs restaurant with great views, on-site casino, indoor pool, and fitness center.

Renoval Hut Camp

Comfortable Camping

This newly constructed camp is located alongside a river in one of the most remote parts of Patagonia Park, with tents set up in an evergreen forest surrounding a rustic permanent shelter that serves as a lounge and dining area, with table and wood stove. An evocative old gaucho shelter ("puesto") is nearby. Comfortable 2-person tents with inflatable pads are provided. Camp amenities include a rustic outdoor latrine and a generator for lighting and charging equipment. There is no running water.

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