Patagonia Experience
December to March
The Strait of Magellan and Torres del Paine National Park offer unique scenery where the beauty of the flora and fauna will conquer your spirit as nowhere else.
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xperience Patagonia like no-one else. First, discover Punta Arenas, capital of the region and witness to how the first settlers and native people learned to live in such a hostile, yet beautiful landscape.
The adventure continues towards the tip of the continent, staying at Faro San Isidro Lodge, the southernmost lodge of the American Continent, in front of the Strait of Magellan. Here you will enjoy outdoor activities in a pristine atmosphere full of fauna and native flora.
Finally, head to Patagonia Camp in front of Lake Toro, with its luxury yurts and exquisite cuisine. Experience Torres del Paine National Park, the 8th Wonder of the World, through outdoor excursions, such as trekking, kayaking, horseback riding and much more.
Keep in mind Highlights Faro San Isidro Lodge features only 6 twin rooms The amazing views from Mount Tarn over the Strait of Magellan Patagonia Camp features luxury yurts with double or twin beds Torres del Paine National Park, the 8th Wonder of the World Bring the proper clothes to enjoy the Strait of Magellan and Patagonia The luxury service at Patagonia Camp with exquisite cuisine Season: From October to April Faro San Isidro Lodge, the southernmost lodge of the continent ACTIVITIES
Navigate through the Strait of Magellan with sightings of the southern Peal dolphin
Visit to San Isidro Lighthouse, built in 1904
Trekking to Aguila Bay where the whale station used to operate a century ago.
Kayak expedition, paddling to Nassau Islet with sightings of dolphins and sea birds.
Hiking to Mount Tarn with panoramic views over the Strait of Magellan and the islands at the end of the world.
Trekking to Torres del Paine Base, admiring the three massive granite giants
Trekking to Valle del Francés, walking through lenga tree forest and views over French Glacier
Kayaking in Laguna Bonita with beautiful views of peninsulas and forests
Hiking to Lake Grey with views of the icebergs calving from Grey Glacier with their amazing blue colors and breathtaking shapes.
EXQUISITE CUISINE & DEDICATED SERVICE
Both Patagonia Camp with only 18 yurts and Faro San Isidro Lodge with only 6 rooms, offer a dedicated service with a specialized team of guides and a professional hospitality staff.
After an awe-inspiring day of excursions in Patagonia, be delighted with delicious dishes specially prepared from local products and paired with Chilean wines.
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unta Arenas is the capital city of Chile’s the southernmost region and it is located on the Brunswick Peninsula north of the Strait of Magellan. Punta Arenas is 2,200 km (1,360 mi) south from Santiago) and the flight lasts around 3:30 hrs.
Faro San Isidro Lodge is located 75 kms., south of the city of Punta Arenas, on the southeast coast of the Brunswick Peninsula facing the Strait of Magellan. Next to the lodge is located the San Isidro Lighthouse, built in 1906.
Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of Lake Toro, facing the Paine Massif and 320 km (199 mi) from Punta Arenas. Only 15 km (9 mi) from Torres del Paine National Park, it offers great access to the highlights of the park and exclusive excursions within its property.
HIGHLIGHTS
PUNTA ARENAS
Main square
Graveyard
Club de la Union
Coastal Avenue and Strait of Magellan
Salesiano Regional Museum
Shepherd Monument
Braun Menendez Palace MuseumRESTAURANTS
Sotito’s Bar
Café Tapiz
La Luna
FARO SAN ISIDRO LODGE
San Isidro Lighthouse
Mount Tarn
Nassau Island
Aguila Bay
Strait of MagellanTORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK
Lake Grey and Glacier
Lake Pehoé
Torres del Paine
Cuernos del Paine
French Valley
Lake Nordenskjold
Lake Toro
CLIMATEThe southern end of Chile is also the southern end of the planet. The rain, cold, and especially the wind, are really severe. Still, sunny and warm days are not unusual, particularly in summer.
The best time to visit Patagonia is between December and March, which are the warmest months, with temperatures rising as high as 25°C in some places, however the average maximum temperature is about 17°C. In any case, thermal garments are recommended since weather variations are quite frequent with strong winds. People say that is not unusual to live the 4 seasons on the same day!
Due to the latitude, during the summer, daylight hours are from 4 am to 10 pm, while during the winter (mid June to mid September) daylight hours are from 10 am to 5 pm
WHAT TO PACK
The climate of Patagonia requires layering synthetic blend clothing that wicks away moisture while maintaining warmth. It is very important to keep in mind that for these excursions, specific outdoor gear is a must.
Hat: Waterproof hat with wide brim for sun and rain, bandana and a warm hat for cold weather
Sunglasses with UV protection
1st layer: propylene underwear
2nd layer: polar fleece
3rd layer: water and windproof jacket
Water and windproof gloves
Pants: Full-length, easy to dry or waterproof pants
Socks: Soft wool /nylon blend trekking socks
Shoes: Waterproof, calf-high trekking boots (with Gore-tex membrane), not new. If you buy shoes, try to use them as much as you can before coming
Swimsuit: For hot tubs and sauna or jumping into the Strait of Magellan!
Sun block as ultraviolet radiation is higher than in other places in the country.Go To Top -
CABO DE HORNOS, PUNTA ARENAS
Located in the heart of Punta Arenas, in front of the main square and next to museums, shops and restaurants, it is your starting point to explore the city.
111 rooms. Restaurant, Bar.FARO SAN ISIDRO LODGE, CAPE FROWARD
At the southernmost lodge on the American Continent, on the route to Cape Froward and facing the Strait of Magellan, enjoy outdoor activities surrounded by a pristine atmosphere and abundant flora and fauna.
6 rooms (only twin) with shared bathroom. Dining Room, Hot Tubs, Sauna.PATAGONIA CAMP, TORRES DEL PAINE
Luxury camp located on the shore of the Lake Toro and facing the dramatic Paine massif. Only 20 minutes from the Park it offers great access to the excursions inside the park and within the property.
18 fully equipped yurts with private bathroom, private terrace, heating. Restaurant with exquisite cuisine, Bar.Go To Top -
Day 1: Arrival to Punta Arenas
Transfer in. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
Welcome drink / Hotel Cabo de HornosDay 2: Cape Froward
After an early breakfast, transfer (60 km / 37 mi south) and short coastal navigation (20 to 30 m) aboard a Zodiac rigid boat through the Strait of Magellan to Faro San Isidro Lodge. Trekking to Aguila Bay and Kayak Navigation through Strait of Magellan.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner / Faro San Isidro Lodge
Day 3: Cape Froward – Punta Arenas
Short navigation and hiking to Mount Tarn with panoramic views over the strait. In the afternoon, short navigation and transfer back to Punta Arenas around 18:00 hrs. Dinner on your own.
Breakfast, Lunch / Hotel Cabo de Hornos
Day 4: Punta Arenas – Patagonia Camp
Morning at leisure for an early lunch on your own. At 13:00 hrs transfer to Patagonia Camp, located on the shores of Lake Toro, next to Torres del Paine National Park, arriving around 18:30 hrs.
Breakfast and Dinner / Patagonia Camp
Day 5: Patagonia Camp
Full day excursion from the activities menu to Torres del Paine National Park and surroundings, such as trekking to Torres del Paine Base, French Valley, Lake Grey and Glacier, Lake Pehoé or exclusive excursions within Patagonia Camp property such as Lake Toro Waterfall, Laguna Bonita Kayak navigation and much more.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner / Patagonia Camp
Day 6: Patagonia Camp
Full day excursion from the activities menu to Torres del Paine National Park and surroundings. In addition to trekking, at additional cost there are horseback excursions, navigations or fishing excursions.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner / Patagonia Camp
Day 7: Departure from Patagonia Camp
Transfer out arriving at Punta Arenas Airport around 12:30 hrs.
Breakfast
Extra nights at Faro San Isidro Lodge or Patagonia Camp subject to availability and departure date, please ask.
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Rates per person US$2,340.- on double basis Hotel Cabo de Hornos Double or Twin Room Faro San Isidro Lodge Twin Room Patagonia Camp Double or Twin Yurt INCLUDED:
Transfers, excursions and navigations as stated in the itinerary, shared with other guests.
Private Punta Arenas Transfer In.
Accommodation in the selected hotels.
Hotel Cabo de Hornos in Punta Arenas includes breakfast and welcome drink.
Faro San Isidro Lodge includes full board.
Patagonia Camp includes full board.NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets
Taxes
Tips
Early Check-in, Late Check-out
Travel Insurance
Transfers, excursions, meals or any other extra not specified in the itinerary.OPTIONALS ADD-INS:
Patagonia Camp Program available with private services as well.
Additional nights availables at Faro San Isidro Lodge and Patagonia Camp upon availability. Please ask if you would like to extend your stay.
Whalewatching 4D/3N Program available at Faro San Isidro Lodge, please ask for availability and rates.IMPORTANT:
Rates will be confirmed when booking.
Rates are subject to availability. Not valid for New Year, Christmas, special events or congress season.To modify the itinerary or book different hotels, please contact us.
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