FAQ’s
How to get there?
Since we are based in Puerto Guadal, the closest airport is Balmaceda (BBA); international travelers have to first get to Santiago de Chile Airport (SCL), then take a domestic flight (SKY, JETSMART or LATAM) to get to Balmaceda. Therefore it is recommended to book your international and domestic flights in advance due to low availability of domestic flights. From BBA its a 4-6 hour drive (250 kms) to get to Puerto Guadal. The main road is known as the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7) is mostly unpaved south of Cerro Castillo. Every road tripper’s dream to journey through snow-capped mountains, national parks, huge lakes, lagoons, rivers, tiny towns and other hidden treasures. Usually people organize their own transport, if not, we will provide transport for you. Puerto Guadal is a tranquil small town on the lake with around 500 inhabitants. Although small it buzzes with cafes, local breweries, artisan markets, gauchos moving around by horse, regional music and dance. A perfect base since its in the center of all the attractive features of this region.
2. The Seasons
Our main season is from the beginning of October till the end of April. From May until September is winter.
SPRING - October & November ( All the rivers and streams unto the brim, run with ferocity; Lush green forests and blooming flowers. The days are longer and sometimes chilly at night. The taller hills and mountains still have alot of snow.
SUMMER - December & January going into February is our summer. Being the warmest and sunniest period, it is high season, with peak tourist movement. The longest days of the season, with daylight lasting till around 2200 hours.
AUTUNM - March & April means a spectrum of colors from yellow, pink, orange and red as all the Lenga and Antarctic beech trees change color before dropping their leaves for winter. Since its the end of the season there is lower movement of tourists.
3. What to bring?
Good outdoor clothing like weatherproof jackets, pants, gloves, shirts, shoes etc.
Sleeping bag (Its preferred to get your own otherwise one will be provided)
Basic outdoor gear (water bottles, torches, self-hygiene kit, quick-dry towel, day pack)
Prescription medicine
4. What we provide
Food and cooking equipment
Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and juice
Strong Patagonian horses
Basic Horse riding gear
Tents
General logistics
Experienced bilingual naturalist/guide
Experienced local gauchos