Chile’s Route of Parks

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Chile’s Route of Parks

Custom Travel | 12 Days

Be one of the first to explore Chile’s new Route of Parks tour
Glittering lakes, rushing waterfalls, and primeval woodlands
A trip in support of preserving Patagonia’s fragile ecosystems
See six of Chile’s national parks on the new route from the regions of Los Lagos to Aysén
Endemic plant life, outdoor adventures, and otherworldly vistas await

Likened to the grandeur and glory of the Pacific Coast Trail, Chile’s new Route of Parks tour hugs the opposite end of the Americas from Puerto Montt to the southern tip of Chilean Patagonia featuring 1,700 miles of pristine landscapes, fragile ecosystems, and diverse cultures. This new trip route is a grand display of Chile’s most epic landscapes, including the Andes Mountains, temperate rain forests, lakes, and volcanoes. On this trip to Chile, travel to six of the new route’s 17 national parks, staying in charming lodges to rest properly before adventurous daytime excursions with new Chilean friends—by boat, horse, or even helicopter.

Southern sea lion on rock in Pumalin National Park, Chile

Hiker crossing a bridge in Queulat National Park

Crested Caracara in Laguna San Rafael National Park, Chile

Horse with traditional Chilean saddle, Cerro Castillo, Chile

Rafting on the Baker River in the Aysen Region, Chile

Newly-calved iceberg in Laguna San Rafael Lagoon National Park, Chile

Kayaking in the Marble Caves, Aysen Region, Chile

Hikers overlooking Lake Cochrane in Patagonia National Park, Chile

Chilean flamingo in Patagonia National Park, Chile

Laguna Verde hike in Cerro Castillo National Park, Chile

Trip Overview

I am so excited about this itinerary, which explores two of the newest parks. Anyone who loves to hike, loves scenery, road trips, loves being in the middle of nowhere, and is into seeing conservation in action, will love this trip.

– NATALIE CROW, TRIP DESIGNER

Day

1 – 3

After one night in Santiago, fly to Puerto Montt, then onto Chaiten for two days of hiking in Pumalín National Park Watch for the last existing Alerce trees.

Day

4 – 5

En route to the village of Puyuhuapi, visit Corcovado National Park for views of the splendid Yelcho Glacier In Queulat National Park, walk through virgin forest, seeking black woodpecker and the ringdove.

Day

6

Explore Coyhaique, the capital of the Aysén region, with optional adventures including gastronomical experiences, horseback riding, rafting, and hiking through the national reserve.

Day

7

Cerro Castillo National Park is where you admire the glaciers that feed into the magnificent Laguna Verde on a moderately challenging hike through the Lenga forest.

Day

8

Navigate through the river delta to arrive at Laguna San Rafael National Park for views of spectacular calving blue glaciers Discover diverse terrains: swamps, jungles, and sandy beaches.

Day

9 – 12

Drive to Chacabuco Valley to visit the marble caves, raft along Rio Baker, and roam the protected lands of Patagonia National Park Chile before departing for home.

Dates & Prices

Dates

Custom Trips offered November–March

Pricing

From $13,400 per person (Custom Trip)

based on double occupancy

Inclusions

Expertise of GeoEx’s travel specialists
Services of GeoEx’s in-house air reservations team
All accommodations
All ground transportation and airport transfers
Sightseeing, events, visits, and entrance fees
Most meals
Bottled or filtered water at included meals and while sightseeing
Services of local guides, drivers, and other staff
Some gratuities
Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance

A Journey Built Just For You

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