Rates Note:

Transfer Option:

Meal Legend: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T = Afternoon Tea, D = Dinner

Day 1: Your Arrival

Arrive in Puerto Varas in the afternoon. Check into your hotel and enjoy a stroll to view the Volcan Osorno, and choose a restaurant to dine in. Overnight. (No meals included today).

Day 2: Kayak Tour

We transfer you from your hotel, to the kayak starting point for a day on the waters of the Estuario Reloncaví, Chile’s northernmost fjord. Enjoy volcano views, seabirds, dolphins, and picnic lunch. Tide permitting, kayak up to Riverside Lodge, in time for tea. Overnight in cabana, with three-course dinner. (B, L, T, D)

Day 3: Horseback Trek

After breakfast we saddle up and ride through spectacular rain forest. Arrive at our Mountain Lodge by late afternoon.  Overnight at lodge with traditional dinner. (B, L, T, D)

Day 4: Horseback Trek

Today, enjoy a half-day ride to Val Verde and return in time for a walk, swim, or relaxation on the lodge terrace.  Overnight as previous. (B, L, T, D)

Day 5: Horseback Trek

Bid farewell to La Junta, and ride back down to the Cochamo Trail, to Riverside Lodge. Enjoy a drink by the beach and dinner, resting up for your next day's adventure. Overnight in cabana. (B, L, T, D)

Day 6:  Sea Lions & Hot Springs Boat Trip 

Today you will explore further south in the Estuario Reloncavi. Aboard a traditional fishing vessel you will get up close and personal to massive sea lions; enjoy a traditional curranto lunch with a local family; and visit a natural seaside hot spring. Return to Riverside Lodge for your last overnight stay. (B, L, T, D).

Day 7:  Your Departure

Another hearty breakfast will help ease your departure from Paradise. Transfer out provided to Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt. (B)
 
Fishing opportunities:
You can also add a day of guided fly fishing during or after your trip. Your guide will take you to the best places to catch salmon or trout. There are three nearby big fishing opportunities - the Rio Cochamo, the Rio Puelo and the Rio Petrohue.

Rate $495 - subject to change, inquire for up to date info. Fishing gear can be rented.

Heavy rainfall is a feature of the weather in Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas. It rains every month, but rainfall is most intense in June, July and August, with an annual average of 1,200 to 3,000 mm.

It is a temperate climate. The rainfall that occurs throughout the year and is responsible for producing the "the evergreen cold rain forest".
While in winter there are more rainy days, as well as snowfall, storms are less intense and accompanied by high winds north and northwest. Spring produces more intense and violent rains, but these are of shorter duration than during the winter.

The climate in this area of Chile presents an average relative humidity of 80%, coupled with low temperatures, with a minimum of 4° Celsius (July through September) and a maximum of 21° C, with an annual average temperature of 11.2° C.

Riverside Lodge and Meals

About 1000 km (550m) south of Santiago and 120kms (65m) East of Puerto Montt in Chile's Northern Patagonia, is Campo Aventura. Located on 90ha (200ac) of untouched nature, there is one hostel and one mountain lodge. Campo Aventura offers several outdoor activities and cultural programs like Spanish lessons, suitable and available for families. Riverside Lodge is situated in the scenic valley of the Rio Cochamo, and is an idyllic location to spend several days exploring the surroundings.

The quality and originality of the hostel and the lodge match the requirements of the client who likes comfort in harmony with the preserved natural beauty of the environment.

This unique place in Cochamo valley is a perfect location to spend several days - even if you wish only to relax and stay. Indulge in homemade organic cookery with ingredients bought from locals. We specialize in vegetarian cuisine and excellent fish dishes.

Full Breakfast includes:

• Pancakes or crepes
• Cereal with milk, yoghurt, fresh fruit salad
• Eggs to order
• Homemade breads and rolls; butter, jam, cheese, local honey
• Fruit juice, tea, coffee, hot chocolate

Picnic lunch selection:

• Mini quiches; vegetables; fruit, biscuits
• Sandwiches of the day; fruit; biscuits

Afternoon tea includes:

• Tea (black or herbal) or filter coffee
• Cake, tarts, clafoutis - all baked on premises

3-course Dinner includes:

• Soup, salad or other starter; homemade bread
• Main course (e.g. lasagna, fish, stir fry)
• Dessert (flan, mousse, lemon pie)
• Tea/coffee; homemade bread

Mountain Lodge and Meals

On horseback you have access to the Mountain Lodge with a comfortable dormitory accommodation, located in the Chilean Andes of Northern Patagonia.

This Site is spread over 80ha (180ac) in the middle of the "Valdivian" rain forest.

Original Chilean meals as well as a wood-fired hot shower awaits you in this rustic lodge. Explore the 6kms (4m) "Nature Trail" in the middle of untouched rainforest with rare vegetation, enjoy waterfalls, watch birds like the Andean condor, try out excellent fishing possibilities and much more.

Traditional Breakfast includes:

• Sopaipillas (yeasted fritters)
• Eggs with milk
• French toast
• Homemade bread, butter, jam, local honey
• Tea, coffee

Picnic lunch selection:

• Empanadas; fruit; vegetables
• Sandwiches of the day; fruit, biscuits

Afternoon tea includes:

• Tea (black or herbal) or filter coffee
• Cake, rolls - all baked on premises

Dinner at Mountain Lodge includes traditional meals such as:

• 'Asado' - barbeque pork or lamb or chicken
• 'Cazuela' - hearty soup of chicken or meat and vegetables
• Vegetarian entrees also available
• Dessert
• Tea, coffee
• Homemade bread

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Tack:		Chilean Western Style saddles very soft saddle with two lamb skin
Horses:		Criollos
Pace:		5-6 hrs - mostly walk relaxed, Slow pace | Walk | Trot |
Level:		(2 to 3 out of 5)    Novice+
Age:		Min 9	Max 70
Weight:		Max 220 lbs
Riders:		Min 2 riders	Max 9 riders

Via horseback is probably the best way to travel and traverse this varied landscape. The mountainous terrain; the numerous waterfalls and streams and rivers; densely grown rain forest trails; and sometimes rainy days are effortlessly handled by local Criollo horses, who take travelers along centuries-old pathways.

The guided horseback treks we offer take you between our two lodges – the sea-level Riverside Lodge, and the Mountainside Lodge in a high Andean Valley – as well as beyond. The trails traverse endangered temperate rain forest and Andean homesteads, allowing you to experience wider vistas, mountain hospitality, and nature at its most pristine.

All trails are designed to suit all levels, safe enough for a novice, without much previous riding experience – while also kept appealing to the seasoned equestrian. The longer trails may involve some hiking.

Our Criollo mounts are sturdy, calm mountain creatures. They know the trail as well as the huasos and guides! With them, you will cross ice-cold streams and rivers, negotiate rocky paths, and reach places in the towering green Valdivian rain forest where very few outsiders ever venture.

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 .