Transfer and Other Options:

You can choose from a variety of activities, all of which are accompanied by an expert guide. The Eco Lodge is the headquarters for exploring the local paradise that is Patagonia. You can appreciate the profound natural beauty of Patagonia by covering with us its essentially unexplored territories.

Here are some samples of the activity program:

Horsebackriding to Mallín Colorado Lagoon
Four hours (ascent from 300 meters to 670 meters above sea level).
Horseback riding through a forest of native trees such as coigue, ñirre and lenga, with stops to view glaciers and lakes General Carrera, Bertrand and Plomo, appreciating spectacular viewa of the Andean foothills of the Northern Ice Field. For six people; picnic lunch included. 

Lake Leones on Horseback     Full day.
A driving trip to Leones River, from which you´ll ride a horse up through native forests to the grey waters of Lake Leones. There you´ll have lunch and will take a boat to see Leones Glacier, which is the entrance to the Northern Ice Field. After a horseribe back, driving to the lodge.

Passage through Lake Bertrand   Four hours.
A ride by boat crossing the bridge over Lake General Carrera, towards the narrow, hidden Lake Bertrand, alongside of which you can disembark to explore its many small beaches. This is a tranquil trip to observe – and take photos of – snow-capped mountains, flora and fauna. For six people.

The Port Guadal Fossils    Full day
After a 20 km trip by truck, you can hike in an old-growth lenga forest for two hours, until you arrive at your destination: above the tree-line, there is very rich soil with a high quantity of marine fossils and mountain wildflowers. Also, you´ll enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Lake General Carrera and the Northern Ice Field. Lunch will be served at the destination, followed by a rest, and then you´ll return.

Excursions to the Marble Cathedral and the Explorers Glacier    
a full day´s hike.

A boat trip through the Puerto Tranquilo area of Lake General Carrera, where you can enjoy the famous rock formations of the Marble Cathedral on the calypso waters of the lake. The trip continues 50 km to the Bahia Exploradores, a narrow valley with huge mountains and diverse glaciers. Later you will walk another hour towards the extraordinary Explorers Glacier, which descends directly from San Valentín Hill (which, at 4000 meters above sea level, is the highest mountain in Patagonia). This is also a spectacular opportunity to take photos and film.

Tamango River and Chacabuco Valley      Full day.
You´ll start by driving 70 km south on the Austral Highway to the town of Cochrane, population 3,000. You´ll then continue to the Tamango National Reserve, the only area where you can observe the huemul (a protected species here). After a hike through the park´s abundant vegetation and fauna, you´ll enjoy a satisfying lunch in these spectacular surroundings. On the way back to Mallín Colorado, you´ll visit the Chacabuco Valley area, a landscape very similar to the Patagonian pampas of Argentina. Here you can observe guanacos, condors, sheep, cattle and diverse bird species.

Trekking through the Mallín Colorado Forest
Four hours (ascent from 300 to 670 meters above sea level).
A medium-length hike through a native-growth forest of lengas and coigues, with ample opportunities to see exotic birds and abundant native plants. Also, you will experience an amazing view of glaciers, as well as Lakes General Carrera, Plomo, and Bertrand. For eight people.

Baker River Confluence      Four hours.
An excursion by truck 35 km south along Chile´s Austral Highway. Participants will travel by lakes and mountains, and then arrive at Port Bertrand, a small town located in a picturesque area near the source of the Baker River, which is the river with the largest-volume flow in Chile. After the tour, participants can get out of the truck to view the actual source of the river, whose strong flow is surrounded by high and imposing mountains covered by abundant native vegetation. The trip then continues to its next destination, a wide plateau from which it´s possible to view the confluence of the Baker River with the Nef River (which flows from the Northern Ice Fields). You will have ample opportunities to take photos and observe the mountain range.

A full-day trip to Chile Chico
A journey to Chile Chico, 122 km along the southern coast of Lake General Carrera, with spectacular views of the lake. You´ll notice the changes in climate and terrain as you approach the wide and arid Argentine pampa. Lunch will be served in Chile Chico, surrounded by farms; you´ll find that the mild and sunny climate here is very similar to that of Central Chile.

A full-day hike to the Lake Bertrand Glacier
After a boat trip on Lake Bertrand, you´ll hike up towards this lagoon and glacier. From there you can enjoy views of the narrow, hidden Lake Bertrand, the origin of the Baker River. Lunch will be served by the lake, after which you´ll return to Mallín Colorado in the afternoon. For six people.

The most wonderful surprise at the end of the world
The best climate in Patagonia is found at Lake General Carrera. There are no strong winds, no heavy rains, it is never very cold, and there are many days of sun and agreeable temperatures. It is an ideal climate for enjoying outdoor activities.

At the lodge you can experience all four seasons in one day. However, the presence of the large ice fields (Campos de Hielo) to the west causes the condensation of the moisture that comes from the Pacific Ocean. This makes our climate fairly arid, with many clear days throughout the year and short rains (800 mm/yr) that occur mainly at night. The temperature in the summer can reach 30° C and almost never drops below 4° C. Because of our latitude, the days are very long. It´s common to have 16-18 hours of light.

The Eco Lodge is located in the Region of Aysen on the shores of Lake General Carrera, in Chilean Patagonia, 273 Kms. to the south of Coyhaique on the Austral Highway. The area is scarcely populated and a large portion of the land lies in national parks or protected areas. There you will find a place with a unique identity and a strong local culture that has been developed little since its discovery at the turn of the 20th century. It is one of the most pristine places on the planet.

Lodging
Fusion of rustic luxury, comfort, and hospitality
The EcoLodge hosts its clients in cabins built of native wood, with excellent views of Lake General Carrera. Each cabin is isolated and provides a private and peaceful environment that is harmonious with the local landscape.

They are rustic, comfortable, and elegantly furnished cabins, surrounded by a park of native trees, and can provide lodging for up to 18 people. They have hard wood floors, beds with natural down comforters, box spring mattresses, wood stoves, and ample windows with views of the immense Lake.

There is no better way to relax than to be in one of these cabins, appreciating the spectacular views that they provide. We guarantee a great night of sleep and an even better morning!

Meals:
A world of evocative and homemade flavors
From the beginning, this lodge has been characterized by the excellent food it offers its visitors, in which the owner of the house puts all of her love and good taste. She prepares homemade and traditional dishes with fresh vegetables from their garden and healthy meats of the region. The food is cooked over a wood fire in clay pots, and above all, with lots of love and care

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Passports
Passport valid for at least six months required by nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
Passports issued to children must contain a photo and state the nationality.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of Greece for up to 60 days and nationals of Romania for up to 30 days.
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey on the same or first connecting aircraft provided holding required travel documents for onward destination and not leaving the airport transit lounge.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
2. Nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA entering Chile for touristic purposes will be charged a processing fee payable on arrival and in cash only. For nationals of  Australia, the fee is US$56; for nationals of Canada, the fee is US$132; and for nationals of the USA, the fee is US$100 .