Introducing the Chilean Patagonia

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1 24 D i c i e m b r e E n n e r o 2019

2 Introducing the Chilean Patagonia Auquinco means agua que resuena - the echoing water in Mapuche. It is the water calling you. It is a primitive call, a rough sound, a peaceful prayer. Auquinco is a river lovers team who decided to respond to the river s call. Auquinco organizes kayak, rafting, horse riding and trekking trips to make the fascinating Patagonian rivers and landscapes accessible to water addicts of all levels; a trip to discover the Chilean soul, that will bring you to the most remote and wild landscapes, to crystal clear rivers and water dancing on the slippery stones; a trip which will bring you in touch with your elementary essence. The trip will let you discover the uncontaminated Northern Patagonia, little known by tourists, where you will be able to hear the Earth s heart beating. In Patagonia humans and Nature are following the same rhythm in complete harmony, composing a melody echoing since centuries in those intact places. Eating around a wood fire, descending the rivers following the stream, horse riding on ancient paths, breathing and living the simple wild life: this is Auquinco.

3 the map puerto varas puerto montt chaiten Futaleufù Rio Futaleufù confluenca Rio Frio el malito el salto palena Rio Tigre Puerto Raul Marin Balmaceda puerto bonito puente rio palena Rio Palena la junta el tranquilo

4 DECEMBER 24. Trekking El Salto Tronador (waterfall) 10 a.m. staff presentation Trekking to El Salto waterfall [ 4h] lunch (pick nick) along the way 4,30 p.m. return to Palena Traditional Christmas Dinner / Cassuela DECEMBER 25. Floating on Palena River from Balseo el Malito till Ivan Delgado 10 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer Balseo el Malito _ Ivan Delgado s farm [ 5h ] lunch (pick nick) along the river 4,30 p.m. arrival camp and tend set up dinner around the fire DECEMBER 26. Floating on Palena river from Rincon Chico till sector El Tranquilo 10 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer Ivan Delgado s farm _ Playa Familia Reyes [ 5h ] lunch (pick nick) along the river 4,30 p.m. arrival camp and tend set up dinner around the fire DECEMBER 27. Floating on Palena River from sector el Tranquilo till Confluencia 9 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer Playa Familia Reyes _ Confluencia rio Frio [ 5h ] 3,30 p.m. arrival late lunch/snack transfer back to Palena dinner in Palena

5 DECEMBER 28. Recorrdio de artesania Palena Visit to the different craftsmen carpenter vegetable garden leather workshop lunch (pick nick) along the way free afternoon Dinner ans overnight in Palena DECEMBER 29. Horse back riding in Valle el Tranquilo 10 a.m. transfer to El Tranquilo Horse back riding in el Tranquilo [ 4h ] lunch (pick nick) along the way Farm visit, learn to make cheese camp and tend set up dinner around the fire DECEMBER 30. Trekking in Valle en Tranquilo 10 a.m. Visit traditional wool craft making Trekking in el Tranquilo [4h] lunch at Mario s farm 4,30 p.m. return to Palena Dinner ans overnight in Palena DECEMBER 31. Trekking in sector el Azul 10 a.m. transfer to Valle California Trekking till Don Arturo s farm [ 4h ] Traditional Lamb Dinner Cordero for new years Eve Overnight at Don Arturo s B&B

6 JANUARY 1. Trekking back to Palena late brunch at Don Arturo s farm 2 p.m. Trekking back to Palena [ 4h ] Dinner and overnight in Palena JANUARY 2. Free Day in Palena Distribution of list of the different activities in Palena Lunch box to take away Dinner and overnight in Palena JANUARY 3. Rafting on the Futaleufù river (class V) 8,30 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer Rafting on the Futaleufù river: section Puente a Puente lunch (pick nick) along the river Dinner and overnight in Futaleufù JANUARY 4. Transfer back to Palena Free morning in Futaleufù Lunch box to take away 13 a.m. transfer back to Palena 4,00 p.m. Goodby dinner en Palena

7 costs Prices valid from 1st of May 2018 to 31st of March per person The trip will take place with a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 12. Custom-made dates can be arranged with a group of minimum 6 participants. what we provide All the transfers by van to and from Palena River equipment: raft + paddle + collective radio or sat phone + dry bag collective FA kit + safety equipment Horses and horse riding equipment River Guides + Local Guides Photo: Digital documentation of all the activities Meals during all the days of activities: Breakfast (except on the 24th December) Lunch Box / Traditional Lunches (as program) Dinners [ please inform us about allergies or if you are vegetarian / vegan ] Camping equipement if necessary. What s NOT included : - Flights to and from Puerto Montt / Santiago - Personal insurance - Personal equipment NOT mentioned above - All other services NOT mentioned in the program - Tips

8 what to pack for the RIVER - shoes that can become wet - swim suit - sun blocker (the sun is very strong!) - heavyweight thermal underwear - water bottle - towel for OUTDOOR - hiking shoes - 1 rain pants - 2 long leg thermal underwear - 2 long sleeves thermal T Shirts - 1 fleece/polar jacket - 1 rain jacket - gloves underwear / socks / towel / t-shirts... - sun glasses - warm wool or thermal beanie (Patagonian summers aren t always hot!) skills / experience required: to be able to swim to be physically fit please inform us about allergies and medical problems to be not afraid of water to be not afraid of horses dates / periods: 24th December th January 2019 (it is suggested to arrive on the 23rd night)

9 the staff Jorge Rafting Guide / Fly Fishing Guide Kayak Instructor / Patagonia Expert Vicky Rafting - Hydrospeed Guide / Kayaker / River Lover / Photographer Spanish / Italian / English Italian / English / French / German/ Spanish contact us fore more info and reservations: info@auquincopatagonia.com follow the last news on

10 how to get to Palena 1. THROUGH SANTIAGO / PUERTO MONTT / CHAITEN: International Flights from Europe to: Santiago de Chile - Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Alitalia: direct flight from Rome British Airways direct flight from Madrid Latam Airlines Flights via San Paolo from Milan / Rome / Madrid Domestic Flight from Santiago to: Puerto Montt Duration: 2 hours Cost: between 100 and 200. Companies: Lan Airlines - Sky Arilines Buses from Santiago Airport to Santiago Terminal Alameda (45 min) from Santiago Terminal Alameda / Estacion Universidad de Santiago to Puerto Montt (aprox. 12h) Duration: 12 hours Companies: Tur Bus Cost: between 20 and Ferry from Puerto Montt to Chaiten (45 min) from Santiago Terminal Alameda / Estacion Universidad de Santiago to Puerto Montt (aprox. 12h) Duration: 12 hours Companies: Tur Bus Cost: between 20 and Buses / Pick up from Chaiten to Palena Duration: 2 hours

11 how to get to Palena 1. THROUGH BUENOS AIRES / ESQUEL International Flights from Europe to: Buenos Aires - Ministro Pistarini International Airport. Airfrance /Delta / British Airways / Latam Airlines from Milan / Rome / Madrid 2. Domestic Flight from Buenos Aires - Jorge Newberry Airport to: Esquel Duration: 2 30 hours Cost: between 150 and 300. Companies: Aereolina Argentinas 3. Buses / Pick up from Esquel to Palena Duration: 2 30 hours * According from where most participants will arrive, we will help you to arrange the pick you up in Esquiel or in Chaiten.

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