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Arrival & Transfer Land at Balmaceda Airport and begin your Patagonian journey with a scenic 1.5-hour transfer to the magnificent Cerro Castillo region, where towering granite peaks create a dramatic backdrop for your adventure.
Welcome Activities Depending on your arrival time, choose from tailored afternoon activities:
• Fly Fishing: Cast lines in pristine glacial rivers
• Mountain Biking: Explore scenic trails through ancient forests
• Rock Climbing: Challenge yourself on granite walls
• Trail Running: Quick orientation run through stunning landscapes
Evening welcome dinner and comprehensive briefing for the adventures ahead. Accommodation: Refugio Cerro Castillo
Full-Day Trail Adventure Embark on the spectacular Laguna Verde Trail (14.4 km, +1096m ascent). This demanding route rewards you with dramatic views of rugged granite peaks, turquoise lagoons, and the raw beauty of Cerro Castillo National Reserve. Navigate through diverse terrain from dense lenga forests to high alpine meadows, culminating at the stunning emerald waters of Laguna Verde.
Evening: Recovery dinner and rest at Refugio Cerro Castillo.
Morning Adventure Transfer to Laguna Glaciar Leones trailhead (3-hour scenic drive) for an extraordinary glacier experience. Hike 10 km of relatively flat terrain through pristine wilderness leading to the mesmerizing Laguna Glaciar Leones.
Glacier Boat Experience Enjoy a 2-hour boat excursion across the glacial lagoon for close encounters with the impressive Leones Glacier, witnessing massive ice formations and listening to the thunderous sounds of calving ice.
Return Trail & Transfer Complete the 10 km return hike (total 20 km, +50m/-116m elevation) before transferring to Mallín Colorado Lodge (30 minutes), your comfortable base for the next three nights with full board dining.
Morning Transfer & Trail Adventure Journey to Patagonia National Park (1 hour 45 minutes) for the Rio Avilés Trailadventure (16.3 km, +647m elevation). This diverse route showcases Patagonia’s unique ecosystems, from grassland steppes to ancient forests, with excellent opportunities to spot guanacos, foxes, and diverse birdlife including the majestic Andean condor.
Evening: Return to Mallín Colorado Lodge for relaxation and hearty regional cuisine.
Epic Mountain Loop Return to Patagonia National Park for the challenging Lagunas Altas trail (20.6 km, +966m elevation gain). This demanding loop takes you through stunning high-altitude terrain, offering panoramic views of pristine mountain lagoons, dramatic peaks, and the vast Patagonian steppe stretching toward the horizon.
Evening: Celebrate your achievement with traditional Patagonian dinner at Mallín Colorado Lodge.
Marble Caves Kayaking Experience Transfer to Puerto Rio Tranquilo (1.5 hours) for the highlight Marble Caves kayaking adventure. Spend 3 hours navigating through the intricate limestone formations of General Carrera Lake, witnessing the famous color-changing light show as sunlight creates mesmerizing reflections ranging from deep navy blue to brilliant pink, white, and cobalt blue.
Scenic Transfer to Coyhaique Continue with a spectacular 3.5-hour drive to Coyhaique, North Patagonia’s regional capital, passing through diverse landscapes of the legendary Carretera Austral. Accommodation: Pura Hotel (3 nights)
Mountain Trail Adventure Conquer the Cerro Cinchao trail (18 km, +982m elevation), one of the region’s most rewarding hikes. This challenging route provides sweeping 360-degree views of the surrounding Andes, pristine valleys, and the intricate network of rivers and lakes that define North Patagonia’s dramatic geography.
Evening: Recovery and celebration dinner at Pura Hotel.
Morning Hike Enjoy a final half-day adventure at Parque El Condor (6 km, +396m elevation). This shorter but scenic hike offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and panoramic views over Coyhaique and the surrounding valleys—the perfect way to conclude your week of Patagonian adventures.
Leisure Afternoon Explore Coyhaique’s artisan markets, local cafes, or simply relax at the hotel, reflecting on your incredible journey through some of Chile’s most pristine wilderness.
Farewell Dinner Celebrate your achievements with a special farewell dinner, sharing memories and stories from your unforgettable North Patagonian adventure.
Transfer to Balmaceda Airport for your departure flight, carrying memories of pristine wilderness, dramatic landscapes, and the satisfaction of exploring one of the world’s last great frontiers.
