Although high season in Patagonia is stunning in its own right, nothing can beat a winter adventure through an epic ice-clad and snow-covered landscape such as Patagonia! Discover the winter wonderland of offseason Patagonia, visiting the area’s amazing lakes, rivers, glaciers, forests, and valleys in the silent and snowy beauty of winter.
Upon arrival at Punta Arenas airport, you will be met by a Cascada representative and driven to your hotel in the city. After a chance to leave your luggage and freshen up you’ll be taken on an afternoon hike excursion to Magallanes National Park, 7 km west from Punta Arenas city. Here you will hike along ancient lenga an ñirre trees. The evening is free for you to continue exploring at your own leisure or try the hotel's swimming pool with a view over the Magellan Strait.
Overnight at Boutique Hotel La Yegua Loca or similar, Punta Arenas.
Meals: None.
The day starts with a pick up from your hotel close to 10 AM, to then take a van ride to one of the most incredible climbing places called Cerro Benitez – Laguna Sofía, just 30 minutes driving from Puerto Natales.
The walls of conglomerate rock are amazing and enjoyable because there are routes for all levels climbers.
We start climbing the easier routes to warm up and then we try more routes incresing the difficulty.
After climbing for a while and close to 1 PM, we stop for a snack break and then we continue climbing as our skills allow it.
The return to Puerto Natales is close to 2:30 PM, so you will have plenty of afternoon time to relax at your cozy hotel.
Overnight at Hotel Simple Patagonia or similar, Puerto Natales.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Embark on a thrilling half-day kayak journey in Eberhard Fjord, just 30 minutes from Puerto Natales. Starting at a historic 1909 house, gear up in semi-dry suits and secure your belongings. Following a brief safety rundown, paddle from Puerto Prat to Puerto Consuelo, admiring Isla Kruger and the local avian life. Enjoy a 40-minute nature walk, a snack, and hot tea, ending with a traditional Chilean "once" featuring local delicacies.
*Route may vary with weather conditions.
Post-adventure, receive a box lunch and options for onward travel to Torres del Paine, Argentina, or transfers to Puerto Natales Airport or Punta Arenas at additional cost.
Please note that it is possible to add a hotel night and transfer, check with your Travel Experience Designer!
Meals: Breakfast, Box Lunch.
La Yegua Loca Boutique Hotel is located in the beautiful, southern city of Punta Arenas. This thematic hotel is the result of the rehabilitation of an old house of English court built in 1929 and shows off the the trades and traditions of Patagonia. The rooms are spacious and originally decorated. Additionally, a tasty breakfast is served every morning in the hotel’s charming restaurant.
Simple Patagonia is a Boutique Hotel reminiscent of the traditional farmsteads of the Chilean Patagonia countryside, which are known for their simplicity and their open and comfortable spaces. They will offer you a personal service so you can relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Última Esperanza Sound.
Regular departures are available every day from May to August.
The trip starts at Punta Arenas Airport and ends at Puerto Natales.
This trip includes easy hikes and kayak activity. An average to a good level of fitness is required.
Minimum age for kayak excursion: 16 years old. Maximum age for kayak excursion: 65 years old.
No prior kayak experience is necessary.
The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to winds that circle Antarctica making the weather hard to predict. Winter’s temperature ranges between -2ºC/28ºF and 6ºC/43ºF. June, July, and August are the wettest months in Torres del Paine and sub-zero temperatures are common. Nevertheless, the winds are relatively mild in winter and visitors should come prepared for sunshine as well as the cold.
Please Note: This list is just to give you an idea. We will send you a detailed list prior to the departure date of the program.
We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary under the sole discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can also modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on these considerations.
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Updated October 4th, 2022
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