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Author: Patagonia Southernland Expeditions - Chile

Born in the Southern field of Puerto Varas, Lake District Chile, Andres has been working in travel services companies and guiding for 18 years, from the mystic Atacama Desert to the desolate Patagonia in Torres del Paine. With academic studies for 2 years in Tourism Business & Administration Bachelor, Wildlife courses, good knowledge in Local traditions and Wilderness First Responder courses, Andres is a professional in his area. Also he is a Teacher and Consultant on Rural Tourism in his region. In 2011, he traveled to New Zealand for 15 months to specialize in Adventure Tourism & Business. Arriving in Chile, created his company and its Task Force with the goal to deliver a "Local Experience" to visitors, with the best service we can deliver a local company. Our team are people who love their work and the welfare of their family. He specializes in Operating small groups, Independent Travelers, Cruise Ship Travelers and Customized Tour Programs. Friends, I invite you to visit this beautiful Huilliche land with Evergreen Forests, Lakes, Rivers and Volcanoes. Land of Baqueanos and Gauchos, Chilotes Navigators, land of Songs, Myths and Legends in the confines of the World ... The Chilean Patagonia!
June 14, 2022

New entry requirements to Chile – Update!

High season is on the corner, and Chile has been working on open borders with significant flexibility and facilities for Travelers, who want to enjoy the fantastic destinations that our country can offer...Chile is good for You!

October 4, 2021

Adventure & Cultural Route of Parks of Patagonia & Austral Highway

REGION: Central Chile – Northern to Southern Patagonia with Austral Highway areas till Caleta Tortel. ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) to 3 (Moderate). SUMMARY: Customized 17-days Program Central Valley: Santiago, Maipo Wine Valley. North Patagonia (Lake District): Puerto Varas, Osorno Volcano, Chiloé Penguin Colony. South Patagonia (Aysen District) Pumalin Douglas Tompkins National Park, Quelat National Park, Cerro Castillo National Park hiking, General Carrera Lake, San Rafael National Park , Exploradores Glacier Ice hiking, Patagonia National Park, Montt Glacier at Bernardo O’Higgins National Park.

September 9, 2021

Torres Del Paine “W” Circuit & Dientes de Navarino Hiking Circuit

REGION: Southern Patagonia. ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Moderate) to 5 (Hard). SUMMARY: Customized 15-days Program at South Patagonia (Magellan & Antarctica District) Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales; Torres del Paine W Circuit, Ice Hiking, Kayak around Grey Glaciers, Hiking at the End of the World Dientes de Navarino part of the Route of Parks of Patagonia in Tierra del Fuego. DURATION: 15 days (or as customized). Min. / Max. PEOPLE: 4 – 8; more by prior arrangement. Minimum age 12 or above. SEASON: Seasonal from December to March. ACCOMODATIONS: 3 – 4 star (Can be arranged in cities). Cabins or Refuge on W circuit Torres del Paine. Campsite on Dientes de Navarino circuit.

September 2, 2021

Adventure & Cultural Route of Parks of Patagonia Torres del Paine & Tierra del Fuego

REGION: Central Chile - Northern to Southern Patagonia. ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) to 3 (Moderate). SUMMARY: Customized 15-days Program Central Valley: Santiago, Maipo Wine Valley. North Patagonia (Lake District): Puerto Varas, Osorno Volcano, Chiloé Penguin Colony and Hike at Route of Parks of Patagonia. South Patagonia (Magellan & Antarctica District) Puerto Natales; Gaucho Experience, Torres del Paine, King Penguin Colony; and Tierra del Fuego.

August 9, 2016

Trek Expedition Cochamó Valley (Cochamo)

REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL:  4 (Med. – High) SUMMARY: This valley has a striking similarity to Yosemite Valley in USA, due to its granite domes and old-growth forests. Explore La Junta valley and trek among some of the most picturesque granite peaks: Anfiteatro, Arco Iris and Trinidad Hills. This valley is also one of the world’s three remaining virgin temperate rainforests; and it has astonishingly beautiful waterfalls. Trails are more than 300 year old and were used between the Argentine border and Chile's northernmost fjord, Reloncaví. According to legend Cochamó was a track once followed by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. DURATION: 7 Days/6 Nights

June 27, 2016

UNESCO Wooden Churches of Chiloe

REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy ) SUMMARY: In Chiloe island visit the exhibit of the UNESCO World Heritage churches. Then this tour takes you to the churches in Dalcahue, Castro, Nercon, Vilupulli and Chonchi. These are fine examples of the wooden churches of Chiloe built in the 17th century. DURATION: Full day (12 hours). MIN. / MAX. PEOPLE: 4-12 people (more by arrangement) SEASON: All year around, weather permitting.

June 27, 2016

Easter Island — Museum, Poike Volcano Hiking & Moai Circuit

REGION: Islands of Chile (Easter Island, Rapa Nui) ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 (Easy to Medium) SUMMARY: This packaged program includes four days in Easter Island with a half day walking tour at Hanga Roa town; full day trekking excursion at Poike volcano and full day excursion at Te Moai Circuit (most important places of the Moai worship) with local tour guides during the full program. DURATION: 5 days (Optional excursions in Chile may be added.)

July 12, 2015

Atacama Desert Archaeological Tour

REGION: Northern Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 (Easy to Medium) SUMMARY: Visit Padre Le Paige Museum in San Pedro de Atacama; see the fortress Pukara de Quitor, the site of one of the first conflicts between Spaniards and Indians; visit the 2,000 year old village of Tulor; and see the Church of San Pedro, a National Monument since 1951. Optional lunch. DURATION: 4-5 hrs.

July 12, 2015

Colchagua Wine Valley Tour

REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Visit two of the 18 wineries in Colchagua Valley for a complete tour and tasting of several excellent wines. These two wineries are among the most renowned wine makers in the world. This tour can be taken from Santiago. DURATION: 10-12 hrs. as arranged

July 10, 2015

Easy Torres del Paine and South Patagonia Adventure

REGION: Southern Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-2 (Easy +) SUMMARY: Transfer from Pt. Arenas to Puerto Natales; tour Torres del Paine and Bernardo O’Higgins National Parks; and Grey, Serrano & Balmaceda Glaciers; Ottway Penguin Colony; and transfer to Pt. Arenas. (If time permits, can add Pt. Arenas City Tour.) DURATION: 5 days

June 20, 2015

Petrohué Waterfalls – Crossing Todos los Santos Lake – Peulla Adventures

REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Join a semi-private excursion by motor coach along the scenic Lake Llanquihue and into the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park to Lake Todos los Santos (All Saints Lake). Board a catamaran to navigate to Peulla, with time there for an optional lunch or adventure excursion, before returning via catamaran and coach. DURATION: 10 hrs.

June 17, 2015

Stargazing Excursion — Atacama Desert

REGION: North of Chile. ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy). SUMMARY: Nowhere on Earth is better for stargazing than Chile’s Atacama Desert, where super-observatories have opened up to a wave of astro-tourists seeking unpolluted skies. Please note: The tour does not operate on full-moon nights. DURATION: 2 – 3 hrs.

June 13, 2015

Casablanca Wine Valley Tour

REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Visit one or more wineries in Casablanca Valley for a complete tour and tasting of several excellent wines. This tour can be taken from Valparaiso or Santiago---from hotel or pier.

June 12, 2015

Tatio Geysers –– Machuca Village

REGION: Northern Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium - High) SUMMARY: Early morning start to reach Geysers del Tatio; enjoy the beauty along with breakfast; visit Pozon Rustico and a swim; stop at Machuca village. Then see San Santiago Church and return to San Pedro. DURATION: 7 hrs.

June 12, 2015

Atacama Salt Flat – Altiplano Lagoons – Toconao Village

REGION: Northern Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium) SUMMARY: See the flamingos of the great Salar de Atacama in Los Flamencos National Reserve in the Chaxa lagoon; visit the highland lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques at the base of volcanoes; enjoy lunch in the pre-Inca village of Socaire; and visit the town of Toconao. DURATION: 10 hrs.

June 10, 2015

Trek Mirador Base Torres del Paine

REGION: South Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 5 (High) SUMMARY: This strenuous trek takes you up a steep ascent to Refugio El Chileno; then along the trail to the base of the moraine and to the lookout of the base of Torres Del Paine. Stunning views! DURATION: 10 hrs.

October 5, 2014

Living the Local Experience in Puerto Montt

REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Experience local life by visiting several markets; take time for coffee and conversation with the locals. Enjoy a delicious meal and maybe a boat ride to Tenglo Island, and stop by the crafts market. DURATION: 5-6 hrs. For Independent Travelers or Cruise Passengers.

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