Day 1: Today we embark in the afternoon from Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas or Petrohué‚ via Ensenada through amazing scenery to the riverside lodge. Together with the other participants of the group we arrange the packing of personal belongings. Once this is complete there is time for a nature walk. Dinner is served in a natural surrounding, where we review the expedition. Tonight's overnight is spent in tents.

Day 2: After a hearty breakfast, take the transfer to Lago Tagua-Tagua, for a ferry ride to the far bank, and the start of the trail. Saddle up and ride to Rio Steffen. Overnight in tents at the homestead.

Day 3: Today the undulating trail takes us up to the Torrentoso, across river bridges and into even more majestic views. Overnight in tents at the homestead.

Day 4: Climbing even higher you will approach the deep blue Lago Vidal, and ride along the shore to reach your campsite and host family. Overnight in tents or fogon.

Day 5: Today we rest the horses. Hike the slopes around the lake or try a spot of fishing while the host family prepares a traditional dinner. Share the meal with them, and camp at the homestead.

Day 6: After a lakeside breakfast, set off on the challenging ride to the El Arco Alerce reserve. Enjoy your last night under the stars in a tent or fogon.

Day 7: Ride out of the reserve and arrive at the mountain lodge in the afternoon, where we will settle in for a couple of nights.  Overnight in lodge accommodation.

Day 8: Hike, swim, walk, relax in this magnificent valley, and stock up on wonderful memories. Overnight at the lodge.

Day 9: Head back down the valley to Cochamo. Enjoy tea-time goodies at our riverside ldoge, and a well deserved complimentary sauna. Overnight in lodge accommodation.

Day 10: Packing after breakfast. Transfer out to Puerto Varas/Puerto Montt.

Subject to change.

October to November and March to April are mild and weather conditions are generally more stable than during the summer months.

The Southern Hemisphere summer starts in December and ends in March. The average daily temperature is 25ºC (77ºF) and at night 10ºC (50ºF).

4 nights in hotels (Riverside Lodge and Mountain Lodge). 5 nights camping. All meals.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Tack:		Chilean
Horses:		Criollos
Pace:		5-6 hrs - mostly walk relaxed trekking - Slow Pace | Walk | Trot |
Level:		(2.5 out of 5)    Low Intermediate
Age:		Min 12	Max 70
Weight:		Max 220 lbs
Riders:		Min 4 riders	Max 9 riders

Even though it is a slower paced ride due to the mountainous terrain, riders should be in good physical condition

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 .