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1 Day • Navigation and Horseback Ride to Glacier Gueikie
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At 08:00, we meet at Torres del Paine National Park Administration,
where we take a short transfer to the Serrano River sector.
Here we pass out waterproof jackets and life vests, to
begin descending the Serrano River on semi-rigid boats
to Estancia Anita.
On the way, we will make a short stop at Salto Serrano
(a geologic depression that makes for strong water rapids).
This obliges us to leave the boat and take a short walk
of five minutes, where we pass the rapid and board another
boat to continue with our trip. During the voyage, we
enjoy the flora and fauna along the river with a permanent
view of the Paine Massif and Glacier Tyndall.
When we arrive at the Estancia Anita, the horses will
be saddled up and waiting for us to ride to Lake Gueikie.
Because of its geographic isolation, this glacier is still
a secret to most, and it is one of the most beautiful
in the region!
We visit the three most impressive lookout points, taking
time to snap unforgettable photos. At Lake Gueikie, we
seek out a good place to have lunch on the beach alongside
enormous icebergs. We will also have the opportunity to
ride alongside the glaciers and capture amazing and unique
photos of Patagonia.
This is, undoubtedly, one of the best excursions in the
region due to the impressive glacial landscape and the
feeling that we are the only humans in this unique corner
of the Torres del Paine National Park.
Upon our return to the estancia, we strengthen ourselves
with a hot drink and return to the boats on which we started
our trip. We arrive to Torres del Paine Administration
at approximately 18:00.
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Start:
Puerto Natales |
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End:
Puerto Natales |
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Difficulty:
Low |
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Season:
October - April |
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Options |
It is possible to start and finish the trip
in Puerto Natales. (Additional costs apply.)
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Requirements |
It is not necessary to have horseback riding
experience. Your guide takes the time necessary to ensure
that you learn all the most important technical aspects of
riding, all the basic security measures, the local riding
style and how to stay comfortable.
During the ride, we reach an area that is
difficult to pass on horseback. For your security, it is required
to dismount the horse and walk for about 30-40 minutes. (This
will be required on the way out and on the way back.) Depending
on the weather and humidity, the ground may be soft and the
walk can be classified as medium to difficult. A basic level
of fitness is required.
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Climate
and temperature |
Patagonia is known for its changeable weather
and high winds. Even the summers can be very cool and rainy.
Appropriately warm clothing and equipment are required.
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Equipment |
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Sun
hat or visor |
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Warm
clothes |
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Waterproof
clothing (pants and jacket) |
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A
complete change of clothes |
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Cap
or wool hat |
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Gloves |
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Sunscreen |
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Appropriate
walking shoes |
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2
pairs of socks |
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Fleece
jacket |
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Sunglasses
(optional) |
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Services |
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Two-way private transfer (from Park Administration
to the Serrano River Sector and back). |
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Bilingual guide (Spanish / English), with WFR
training, VHF radio and first aid kit. |
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Horseback ride from Estancia Anita to Glacier
Gueikie and back to Estancia Anita. (7-8 hrs.) |
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Round trip navigation on Serrano River: From the
Serrano Sector to Estancia Anita and back. |
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Individual equipment: gaiters and helmet. |
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Food service: box lunch, evening
tea and a snack.
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Drinks: mineral water, juice, coffee, tea, and
pisco sour with prehistoric ice. |
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Included |
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Accident
insurance. |
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Entrance
fees for Torres del Paine National Park. |
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Groups |
Groups have a maximum of 6 persons.
It is possible to exceed this maximum for tour operator or
family groups.
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