Riding and trekking in Chilean Patagonia

Active Adventure

Experience the sparsely settled and pristine Puelo valley, a rich place to explore which is truly off-the-beaten-path. You will see magnificent mountain landscapes, ancient forests and a traditional rural way of life. You will stay with local families and in a comfortable lakeside cottage on an island surrounded by the Andes. Be overwhelmed by the kindness of your hosts and the exquisite homemade food. This easy/moderate trekking or horseback expedition can be organized from Puerto Montt, Chile to Bariloche, Argentina or in reverse. 6 days tour.

Typical Day

The trip is an exciting one and not demanding, but we will have some days longer than others, where we will have to cover a particular distance. Lots of river crossings some days so riders would experience the local way of travelling and have fun. Some steep up hills and undulating terrain could turn just a bit more demanding if the weather is not good.
This adventure ride is an excellent way of managing lots of different terrain and being able to ride one of the toughest horse breed in the world. Clients will canter on open ground, trotting in the forest or simply enjoying at their own relaxing pace.

Age range, type of group

Consult for children under 18 years.

Sleeping and meals

.We stay in comfortable rustic and clean farm houses typical of the Puelo Valley. Food will be organically and locally grown from the garden and the meat will be cooked in its most delicious Chilean asado.
The cuisine on the trip would be a mix of special blend of flavours and ingredients. It consists of an ethnic variety of gastronomic Creole-Chilean style. A typical European wood stove gives its special flavour to the dishes.
Depending on the season, it is possible to taste the delicious rainbow trout, fontinalis, or salmon trout. The Creole barbecue “Asado al palo” or “Asado al Asador” is served during several meals. It consists of a tasty lamb cooked with plenty of embers and fire wood. As the main local dish, people cook it in different ways usually accompanied with salad, potatoes and Chilean red wine.

Restrictions

Riders over 90Kg/198lb extra horse price U$ 150. Maximum 100 kg/222 lb.

Rates

Rater per person:
2 persons:3150
3 persons:2600
4 to 8 persons: 2200
9 to 10 persons: 1915

Other Information

OPENTRAVEL cannot be held responsible for extra costs in the event the trip is prolonged by weather circumstances. This cost is U$ 100 per person per day. This includes all meals and accommodations.