A trip to South America is incomplete until you have travelled to Chile. Arrive into Santiago, the country's capital and be whisked away to your hotel by private vehicle and driver. To get to know the city better, a half-day private guided tour is included. Head outside the city for a tour of the coastal cities of historical Valparaiso and Vina del Mar for a full day of fun, food and wonderful coastal scenery. Traveling north by plane, you will reach the desert area of San Pedro de Atacama where you will enjoy shared tours to discover this fascinatingly beautiful place, including a sunrise tour to view the impressive Tatio geyser, traditional villages and hot springs. Fly south to Patagonia, home of world heritage site Torres del Paine with unlimited beauty and adventure to offer, including glaciers, lakes, mountains, exceptional flora and fauna- Patagonia has it all.

Santiago is the capital of Chile, and its largest city. Two decades of uninterrupted economic growth have transformed Santiago into one of Latin America's most modern metropolitan areas, with extensive suburban development, dozens of shopping malls, and impressive high-rise architecture. Santiago has an excellently preserved city square that is very pleasant for a leisurely walk. It also boasts numerous museums, parks, churches and fine restaurants for dining. For a taste of world renown Chilean wines, visit some of the nearby vineyards for day excursions.

Upon arrival you will be met by our local representative who will help you locate your vehicle.

Please note: Upon arrival by air, American and Canadian visitors to Chile are required to pay a reciprocity fee of US$131 for American and US$132 for Canadian. Other nationalities will vary. Upon payment, cash, credit card or travelers checks, a receipt will be stapled at the back of passport and is valid for the duration of the passport. Subject to change without notice. Please consult with the Chilean consulate for full details.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

The Santiago Park Plaza is a boutique hotel, in classic English style, with cutting edge technology, at the service of today’s businessman. With 24 hour service, the Santiago Park Plaza has 104 elegant and comfortable rooms All rooms have air conditioning, radio clock with accessory connections (iPods, mp3 and mp4 players), hair dryer, and voice mail. Situated in the heart of Providencia, Santiago Park Plaza is in a prime location. Close to the Los Leones Metro station, with direct access to the main commercial, tourist and cultural city of Santiago de Chile.

Overnight at Santiago Park Plaza.

Casablanca is a transversal valley approximately 24 kilometres long that extends from the Zapata Tunnel to the Shrine of Lo Vásquez and covers a total of 22.000 hectares. Flanked by mountains, Route 68 runs through the middle of the valley like a backbone and connects Santiago with the port of Valparaiso. The Casablanca Valley forms part of the Coastel Range, a mountainous chain formed 180 million years ago. Today the valley hosts more than 5.000 hectares (11.120 acres) of plantations, which count with the highest technology used today including Frost control towers, Certified drop watering and keen managing of the vineyard that guaranty first quality grapes. This way, the valley of Casablanca has positioned itself as the best valley in Chile as well as abroad , for white wines, in particular Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, and within the red wines with the Pinot Noir. On this day you will visit 2 premium vineyards with wine tasting included.

Overnight at Santiago Park Plaza.

San Pedro de Atacama is located in Antofagasta Region, in the Atacama desert and near the Salar de Uyuni. It grew around an oasis over centuries and nearby native ruins showcase pre-Colombian cultures. The city has a significant archaeological museum with a large collection of relics and artifacts from the region. Other popular activities include sand boarding and stargazing, with unrivalled views in the dry clean air. The town lies at an average altitude of approximately 2,400m (7,900 ft) and visitors often experience mild altitude sickness such as dizziness, lethargy and headaches.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Fly directly from Santiago to Calama airport. The flight duration is approximately 2 hours.
Please note:  Flight rates and availability are subject to change until booking.

Shared transfer by van from the Calama airport to Alto Atacama. Aproximate transfer time is 1 hour. 

Alto Atacama believes that the world has to be walked and explored, to become known. People have different interests and skills, and Alto Atacama guides will help you feel comfortable and safe in whatever activity you choose.

From the moment you arrive at our hotel, the Alto Atacama team will take care of you. The expert guides and crew, are able to make any one feel at home in the middle of one of the driest deserts in the world. With the help of your guides, you will determine how far your physical strength can take you, always being safe, aware that you are only  a guest of the immense Atacama Desert.

The expeditions can be physically demanding or relaxed, they can engage you intellectually or simply let you feel the energy of the desert. Whatever excursion you decide to be part of, the sights will stay with your forever, because Atacama is our world, one of purity and space. Excursions are in small groups, leaving no traces.

Surrounded and embraced by the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt mountain range) and close to the pre-columbian ruins of Quitor, the Alto Atacama Hotel offers one of the most astonishing settings in the world. The hotel has state of the art facilities including a Spa, Yoga fields, hot springs, wooden decks with 6 swimming pools, International bar and a cozy common room with a big fireplace. Add the most impressive sights of the milky way to all of that and you can start getting the picture... The decor is simple yet elegant, with local crafts to enhance the spirit of the rooms. All rooms in Alto Atacama have a private terrace from which the colors of the valley can be enjoyed. Take a nap, read a book or simply relax. The definition of peacefulness acquires a new meaning after a couple of nights here.

Overnight at Alto Atacama.

Mountain bike Half Day Excursions
The geography of Atacama is perfect for mountain biking. You will be fully equidep and guided while exploring stunningly beautiful trails and paths that enter pristine territories.
Everything done is approached with evolution in mind, therefore seasoned mountain bikers will be among Alto Atacama's team of guides, no matter if you are a beginner just wanting to pedal for fun & sights, or a person looking to improve your skills on a bike, we have a journey ready.
As in all of Alto Atacama’s excursions, guides will help you choose the most suitable trails for the day. Followingis a list of mountain biking excursions.

Quitor Ayllu & San Pedro de Atacama: We leave the hotel on the bicycles crossing the beautiful Quitor Valley, and its colourful cropland. Visit the town of San Pedro de Atacama. We continue to the Quitor Ayllu and back to the Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Half day, 10 km. Difficulty: Easy Altitude:  2460 m.a.s.l.

Katarpe Valley: Head out from the hotel riding 500 meters, to the foot of the Quitor Pukara, where we will cross the San Pedro River, to enter the Katarpe valley, to the church 7 km away. Length: Half day. 15 km. Difficulty: Easy Altitude:  2460 m.a.s.l.

Cejar Lagoon: Heading out from the Alto Atacama Hotel, we cross the Quitor Ayllu, passing by the town of San Pedro de Atacama, the Conde Duque Ayllu, continuing through Yaye and Solcor to the Solor Ayllu, and then to the Poconche Ayllu, taking the detour on a dirt road that takes us to the Cejar Lagoon (1 hour approximately) and returning to the Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Half day 21.6 km. Difficulty: Medium Altitude:  2410 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Not required Note: if you want to swim in the lagoon, we advise that you take waterproof sandals as the ground is very hard and jagged in places.

Inca Pass: Head out from Alto Atacama Lodge to the Katarpe Valley. We take the detour towards the old tunnel, where we will climb until reaching the base of the ridge.  First point of interest.  Here we begin a descent that takes us to the Coca Rock, second point of interest.  We continue the descent to the Llano de la Paciencia, where we connect with the road that takes us back to San Pedro de Atacama through the Mars Valley.  We will come down the dunes while observing the geological formations.  Return to the Lodge via an interior road of the Quitor Ayllu. Length: Half day, 29 km. Difficulty: Hard Altitude:  2600 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Yes, two nights in San Pedro.

The Desert Valleys: We pedal out of the hotel at an altitude of 2470 m.a.s.l. heading south east, to cross the San Pedro River after 500 meters and continue up through the Quitor valley, observing foxtails, breas, carob trees, and chañares, among other flora.
At km 6, we take an old road at the fork that used to connect San Pedro de Atacama with Calama, with a strong grade for 2.5 km until reaching an old tunnel dating back to 1930.  Inside, there is landslide material that does not allow motor vehicles to cross.  It is, nevertheless, completely safe to ride through it.
After crossing the tunnel and a well deserved rest stop, we continue our way down through the formations left by water that once flowed down the soft slope of the western face of the Cordillera de la Sal range, opposite the Llano de la Paciencia, until we reach the "Coca Rock" (where we observe that this great rock has small cavities where the ancient shepherds placed the coca leaves they chewed onto the rock).  We continue pedaling south until we reach the current Calama-San Pedro Highway.
Up to here, the route is the same as on the Coca Rock excursion, except that now, instead of taking the direction of San Pedro de Atacama, we cross the highway through the Llano de la Paciencia to the western entrance of the Valley of the Moon, so that we then cross the Cordillera de la Sal range, heading east, passing the Tres Marías (wind carved rock formation, named by Father Gustavo Le Paige), the central crater of the Valley of the Moon, and the great dune.
We continue our route across the vichufita (compacted salt and mineral) road to the international highway, and arrive in San Pedro de Atacama after riding these 38 exhausting kilometres. Length: Half day. 43 km. Difficulty: Hard Altitude:  2470 - 2750 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Yes, two days in San Pedro

Descent from the base of the Sairecabur Volcano: We leave the Alto Atacama Hotel early, with the bikes loaded onto the van, while we drink water constantly. Drive to the base of the Sairecabur volcano, where we will see an old sulphur mine.  We do a final check on our GIANT bicycles, before we go downhill on the Devils Hill to the Puritama hot springs. Length: 4 hours, 44 km. Difficulty: Hard. Experts only Average altitude: Between 2470 to 3800 m.a.s.l.

Van Trips (Half Day and Full Day Excursions)
Ideal for the first days in the desert, to help with the acclimatization process, Van trips will introduce you to the beauty and magnitude of Atacama. You will visit high mountain lakes and witness the Andes in full display of power; the Tatio geysers, the highest and third largest geothermal field in the world.

And, as in all of Alto Atacama’s excursions there is no rush. Take all the pictures that you want, talk to the curious children that approach us in every town, walk through the local markets, make moments last.

The following is the complete list of all van trips available. Your guide will assist in determining which options are advisable each day.

Half Day Van Trips:

Lickanantai Culture: We head out from the Alto Atacama to the Pucará de Quitor parking lot. From here we go via Quitor to the municipal parking lot in San Pedro de Atacama. Visit the Gustavo Le-Paige Museum, the Church, main square, and handicrafts market. Ending with a visit to the Tulor Village. Return to the Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Half day  Level: Easy Altitude: 2440 m.a.sl. Acclimatization: Not required.

Toconao - Atacama Salt Flats (Chaxas Lagoon): Head out from the Alto Atacama Hotel in a van to the small village of Toconao, "Hidden Valley" in Kunza. We visit the church, square, bell tower, and local handicrafts.  We continue the route to the Soncor sector of the National Flamingo Reserve.  At the Chaxas lagoon, we see a 14 minute explanatory video (optional). We walk a 400 meter circuit in about 30 minutes to observe the flora and bird life of the area.  Sunset with appetizers, return to San Pedro de Atacama to the Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Half day Level: Easy Altitude: 2300 m.a.s.l. Acclimatization: Not required.

Sunset in the Valley of the Moon: Head out of the Alto Atacama Hotel via Quitor, to the crossroads with Licancabur Street following the road to Calama, take road towards Kari Lookout, after we drive to the Tres Marías, central crater, and amphitheatre and continue to the Sunset spot, located in front of the amphitheatre or back to the Kari lookout. Length: Half day. Level: Easy. Altitude: 2550 m.a.s.l. Acclimatization: Not required.

Cave Paintings: Head out from the Alto Atacama Hotel in a van towards the Hierbas Buenas area, where we will see petroglyphs that reflect on the continuous movements of ancient shepherds.  We continue to Santiago de Rio Grande (currently a pastoral-agricultural area), where we can observe the architecture, handicrafts, and crops, before continuing on to Matancilla and its Rainbow Valley ( great mineral reliefs made up of copper oxide, sulphur, iron, and gypsum crystals). Return to Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Half day Difficulty: Easy Altitude:  3250 m.a.s.l. Acclimatization: Not required

Full Day Van Trips:

Tatio Geyser: Head out from Alto Atacama Hotel in a van towards the Tatio Geysers, easy walk on a trail within the geothermal field, where we can observe the geysers, fumaroles, springs, and local fauna.  On the road, we will see beautifully contrasting landscapes.  Very low (below zero) temperatures in the morning, on our return, we will visit the small village of Machuca, and then return to San Pedro de Atacama and to the hotel. Length:  Full Day Difficulty: medium Altitude:  4321 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: At least two full days, of having been in San Pedro de Atacama.

High Andes Lagoons: We head southwest out of the Alto Atacama Hotel in the van, passing the village of Socaire before reaching the High Andes lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques (Approx 2hrs 30 min.). The beauty of the area is given by the lagoons surrounded by the high points of the Andes mountain range and the flora that lends the wide variety of color.  We can also observe local fauna here.  A buffet lunch and return to San Pedro de Atacama and the hotel. Length: Full day Difficulty: Medium Altitude:  4200 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Yes, at least two days prior in San Pedro de Atacama.

High Mountain Villages: We head out of the Alto Atacama hotel in the van towards Guatin, taking the detour to Machuca.  After doing at water crossing at the Putana Vado, we can observe its bird life; we then take another detour towards the Tocopuri police outpost, and the Chita pass to Caspana.  On this road, we will see a large amount of fauna from this area.  We will walk through the fields in this agricultural area, and see the liparita stone based architecture. Lunch will be in this village.  We continue to the tiny village of Chiu- Chiu, its church, and if there is time, to the Lasana Pukara before reaching the El Loa airport in Calama. Length: Full day Difficulty: Medium Altitude:  3322 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Yes, at least three full days in San Pedro de Atacama.

Pujsa Salt Flat and the Pakana Monks: We head out in the van from the Alto Atacama Hotel towards the Andes Mountains, passing the Quepiaco Vegas, and the rock formations known as the Pakana Monks.  Afterwards, we go back 9 kilometres to the Pujsa Salt Flat where we can observe the flora, fauna, and landscapes of this area of the Andes.  A buffet lunch and return to San Pedro de Atacama and the Alto Atacama Hotel. Length: Full day Difficulty: Medium Altitude:  4300 m.a.s.l. (passing to 4690) Required acclimatization:  Yes, at least two days in San Pedro de Atacama.

Half day trekking and mountaineering excursions:

Valley of the Moon: Head out from Alto Atacama Hotel via Quitor to the crossroads with Licancabur Street, take the highway to Calama and detour to the Valley of the Moon, entering the park through main entrance.  We will stop at a sand dune where the trek begins.  We come down the dune and continue through the canyon to the left, at the first fork, we take the right hand path.  We pass the first lookout, which looks upon the central crater in the Valley.  We continue our route and at the second fork, we take the left hand path to get to the second lookout.  We cross the great crater and continue to the Tres Marías Lookout, where we will see the sunset.
Length: Half day, 9 km. Difficulty: Medium. Altitude:  2600 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Not required

Los Colorados: Head out from Alto Atacama Hotel via Catarpe to the old tunnel to Calama.  Our trek begins here across the ridge of the Cordillera de la Sal range, to the Great Dune of the Mars Valley through which we descend, ending our trek. Length: Half day, 6 km. Difficulty: Medium.  Not recommended for people with vertigo. Altitude:  2550 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Not required

Alto Katarpe: Head out from the Alto Atacama Hotel via Catarpe to the old tunnel to Calama.  Our trek begins here, across the ridge of the Cordillera de la Sal range, almost to the end of the Catarpe Valley where our van awaits. Length: Half day, 5 km. Difficulty: Medium Altitude:  2550 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Not required

Kari Ravine: Head out from the Alto Atacama Hotel via Quitor, to the crossroads with Licancabur Street, taking the road to Calama, then the Kari Ravine detour.  From here we walk along the path towards the Kari Ravine, until we reach the Kari Canyon. Return to Hotel Length: Half day Difficulty: medium Altitude:  2650 m.a.s.l. Required acclimatization: Not required

Overnight at Alto Atacama.

Overnight at Alto Atacama.

Santiago is the capital of Chile, and its largest city. Two decades of uninterrupted economic growth have transformed Santiago into one of Latin America's most modern metropolitan areas, with extensive suburban development, dozens of shopping malls, and impressive high-rise architecture. Santiago has an excellently preserved city square that is very pleasant for a leisurely walk. It also boasts numerous museums, parks, churches and fine restaurants for dining. For a taste of world renown Chilean wines, visit some of the nearby vineyards for day excursions.

Transfer by Van from Alto Atacama resort for a 1 hour drive through the Atacama desert to the Calama Airport.

Fly directly from Santiago to Calama airport. The flight duration is approximately 2 hours.
Please note:  Flight rates and availability are subject to change until booking.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Overnight at Santiago Park Plaza.

Puerto Natales is a city in the Chilean Patagonia, located 247 km (153 mi) northwest of Punta Arenas and is the final port of call for the Navimag ferry sailing from Puerto Montt into the Señoret Channel as well as the primary transit point for travelers to Torres del Paine National Park. Puerto Natales is situated along the shore of the Sena Ultima Esperanza and has views northward into the Cerro Benitez peaks of the Cerro Toro formation within the Cordillera Manuel Señoret.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Fly directly from Santiago to Punta Arenas. Flights are subject to availability. The flight duration is approximately 3.5 hours. Note * Flight may stop in Puerto Montt OR flight may be Direct, you will be advised at time of booking.

Upon your arrival into Punta Arenas airport, you be met by a Remota driver for your shared transfer to the hotel in Puerto Natales. This shared transer is offered as a complimentary service for guests of Remota, only on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Remota offers 72 spacious double rooms, including a private bath. A hotel with a destination so marvelous and beautiful in itself, that it is looked forward to like a good party, or a celebration with family and friends, and dreamt of for years afterwards. A hotel so distant from the city, that it is immersed in nature and the culture of a remote and untouched place, with all the necessary comforts that the city has become accustomed to. The hotel’s architecture is an invitation to stop and meditate on the trip’s experience. Inside there are open fires, lit and with no exhaust system. All created to lead a life in Patagonia just as it should be, but this time not in an shearing house, but in a enjoyable and luxurious location. Within the hotel’s compound, reached through a wooden walkway from the southern block of rooms find a Finnish sauna, Heated swimming pool (27C.), Open-air jacuzzi, and Massaage Room.

Overnight at Hotal Remota.

I. PUERTO NATALES AND SIERRA DOROTEA

1. Puerto Natales and its people Half-day / walk / easy. This excursion puts us in contact with the people of Puerto Natales, their life and history, since the days of the indigenous Aónikenk and Kawésqar to the early pioneers and their development of sheep ranching. We visit the Frigorífico Museum (sheep production facility) in Puerto Bories, the Fisherman’s Pier, the Municipal Museum, the Main Plaza, and the greenhouses of Señora Rosalba.

2. Walk at Sierra Dorotea Full day / walk / difficult / climb 600 meters / not a defined trail. We first climb for 3 hours until reaching the peak at 900 meters high. The view from Sierra Dorotea offers us an excellent view of Patagonian geography: on one end the mountainous characteristics of Chilean Patagonia, and at the other end the infinite Argentine pampa. Toward the south, we can see the fjords and snowy peaks of the Southern Ice Field.

3. Birdwatching at Dos Lagunas Full day / Easy. Dos Lagunas is an exceptional place for birdwatching. We will have up-close views of a variety of ducks, such as the flying steamer duck and the yellow-billed pintail, buff-necked ibis, coots, southern widgeons, white-tufted grebes, great grebes, black-necked swans, coscoroba swans, oystercatchers, doves and flamingos. If we’re lucky, we’ll see condors, eagles and caracaras.

4. Ski at the Cerro Dorotea (from June to August) Full day / medium difficulty / subject to climatic conditions. The Valdelén Ski Center is located 25 kilometers from Remota, on the Argentine side of the Sierra Dorotea. The center has 6 runs, 2 chairs, and one chairlift. Ideal for beginning skiers.

5. Road to Villa Dorotea Full day / walk / difficult / not a marked trail. We climb Sierra Dorotea until we reach the mountain’s shoulder then continue through a 100-year-old beech forest. The excursion ends at Villa Dorotea, a small mining town on the border with Argentina. This excursion is particularly attractive during the “Las Jineteadas de Dorotea,” a local gaucho festival where horsemen attempt to ride bucking broncos.

6. Horseback ride at Sierra Dorotea Full day / horseback / medium difficulty / not a marked trail. Sierra Dorotea is one of the most beautiful mountains in the region, with an extraordinary landscape where you can see mountains, the pampa, and the canals all from one viewpoint. It is a wonderful place to ride atop docile horses that are accustomed to difficult terrain. The ride is accompanied by a gaucho (also called a baquedano), who will share with guests a hot mate tea by a bonfire. The clothing, the character and culture of the gauchos offers guests a chance to understand life and work in sometimes inhospitable land.

7. Trekking and horseback ride through Sierra Dorotea Full day / difficult / not a marked trail. This excursion begins with a walk for 3 hours to the mountain shoulder of Sierra Dorotea where, along with a lake, we meet a gaucho with horses. We then ride for 3 hours through beech forest and a high mountain valley. Good opportunity to see condors.

8. Puerto Natales by bicycle Half-day / easy. We begin at Puerto Bories, an old mutton processing plant constructed in 1915 and located on the shore of the fjord Última Esperanza. We then pedal through the area known as “Los Huertos,” where families cultivate vegetables and fruit in greenhouses. Later we visit a cemetery, the Fisherman’s pier, and the main plaza, spending a few hours with the people of Patagonia and understanding better their history.

II. SOUTHERN FJORDS

9. Lamb BBQ at Villa Luisa Full day / walk / easy. We visit Puerto Consuelo, the first estancia in the Última Esperanza province. Then we head to Villa Luisa where we will enjoy a typical lamb BBQ. Because Villa Luisa cannot be reached by road, we propose 4 alternatives: 1 hour of trekking, 5 hours of trekking, 3 hours by bicycle, or 10 minutes in a zodiac inflatable boat. Here Hermann Eberhard greets us, the great-grandson of the first pioneer, who will tell the story and history of his family

10. Navigation through the Última Esperanza Sound Full day / walk / easy. We will navigate for 3 hours through the Última Esperanza fjord to the Mount Balmaceda, which is within the Bernardo O´Higgins National Park, the largest national park in Chile. Here we’ll see waterfalls, sea lions, a cormorant colony, seagulls, Chilean skuas and condors, and the Balmaceda Glacier. We then take a brief walk that will put us up-close to the Glacier Serrano.

11. Señoret Channel Horseback Ride Half-day / horseback riding / easy. An opportunity to ride horseback through pampa and admire the vast Patagonian landscape: steppe, mountains, and channels. We continue crossing the pampa until we reach Puerto Prat, the first port in the region, located on the shore of the Eberhard Fjord.

III. LAKE SOFÍA

12. Caves and Paintings Full day / walk / medium difficulty / not a marked trail. Here we have the opportunity to explore caves that served as the first sheltered inhabited area of Patagonia, such as the Cueva del Medio, Cueva de la Ventana, Dos Herraduras, and the Cueva del Milodón. This ancient history even today challenges archeologists and paleontologists. We will walk along rock walls that conserve vestiges of cave paintings that are estimated to be thousands of years old. We arrive at the Lake Sofía Viewpoint, where we are treated to a majestic perspective of the valley.

13. Three Caves Half-day / walk / easy. This excursion takes us to the caves Cueva Chica and Cueva del Medio, then to the Cueva del Milodón, site of the extinct giant sloth, the milodon, and the famous cave the incited the imagination of early European settlers at the end of the 19th century who, believing the milodon to still be alive, organized expeditions through Patagonia to hunt the beast. We then visit the Puerto Consuelo Estancia, to Puerto Prat and to the Villa Bories, places where the first colonists in the area worked and dreamed.

14. Paso La Ventana walk with snowshoes (available from June to August) Full day / walk / difficult / subject to climactic conditions. We reach the La Ventana pass after three hours climbing, known for its high accumulation of snow. We will use our snowshoes to walk through snow and enjoy the landscape, including spectacular views of the Prat Mountain Range, Tenerife Peak, the Paine Massif, Glacier Grey, Ventana Peak, Campana Peak, Moore Monument and the Última Esperanza Fjord.

15. Chile Trail (Sendero de Chile) Full day / medium difficulty. The Sendero de Chile is a visionary project that seeks to turn Chile into a world-class destination for trekking. We will visit a portion of this trail, which boasts a view of the Paine Massif, Lake Porteño, and Lake Toro. The vegetation here is densely forested due to frequent rainfall. We will get to know the typical flora of the Patagonian channels: tall stands of evergreen beech, canelo and Guaitecas cypress.

16. Horseback riding and BBQ at Estancia Rancho Lourdes Full day / horseback riding / easy. Our “puesteros” friends (gauchos) await us at the Rancho Lourdes. There they will talk about life herding in the Patagonian pampa and give a demonstration of handling their sheep dogs. We then begin horseback riding, or we can ride horse traveling around the “campo,” like a typical gaucho, part of the typical routine at an estancia. We can also participate in a round-up of animals and enjoy the sensation of the vastness of the pampa.

17. Climbing on Cerro Benítez Half-day / medium. The Patagonian peaks are a permanent challenge for climbers and mountaineers. This excursion allows guests to enjoy the euphoria of climbing, in a safe and recreational manner. We climb conglomerate rock walls using top ropes, whereby a climber uses a harness and hangs from a static rope, to remove the risk of falling. Our guides are all qualified and we provide all the necessary equipment. This excursion is ideal for kids and those who’d like to familiarize themselves with climbing.

IV. TORRES DEL PAINE

18. Lakes, forests, and ice formations of Torres del Paine National Park Full day / walk / easy. We visit Torres del Paine from one extreme end to the other by van, passing by different lookout points: Laguna Amarga, Lake Nordenskjold, and the Salto Grande cascade. This excursion, weather permitting, allows guests to see the principal peaks including the Towers, the Horns, Almirante Nieto peak, and the Paine Grande peak. After lunch, we walk to the beach at Lake Grey, where we can view huge icebergs along the shore. From a lookout point here we can also see the Glacier Grey in the distance. This excursion offers a good introduction to Torres del Paine, and gives visitors an idea of the size and geographical diversity of Chilean Patagonia, and its flora and fauna that is present in all of Remota’s excursions.

19. Mirador del Toro Full day / walk / medium. Along this route we will see excellent views of Lake Sarmiento and Torres del Paine. We begin walking to the traditional Estancia Lazo, on the shore of Lake Verde. The path crosses through forests of beech and, in spring, the area is replete with a variety of species of flowers. The trail ends at the Mirador del Toro, one of the best places to contemplate the rich geography of Torres del Paine: the enormous and cobalt-blue waters of Lake Toro, the Andean Mountain Range, the Almirante Nieto peak, the Horns, Paine Grande Mountain, and Glacier Grey.

20. Kayak between icebergs (Available from May to September) Full day / kayak / easy. The drive to the shore of Lake Grey takes two hours. Along the way we are treated to the view of Lake Toro, the Horns, and Glacier Grey. Specialized guides give a talk about technique and security while kayaking. We then row between icebergs that rest near the shore, in awe of their shapes and intense blue color.

21. Base of the Towers Full day / walk / difficult / 800 meter climb. We begin this walk at the Estancia Cerro Paine, climbing to the Los Vientos pass, with a panoramic view of the pampa, lakes and the Río Ascencio valley. After three hours we arrive at the foot of a glacier moraine, then climb from boulder to boulder until we arrive at the lake at the base of the Towers. This is an unforgettable experience that any hiker will keep close to his/her heart.

22. Valle Pingo Full day / walk / difficult. This walk takes us through old forests of Antarctic, evergreen, and deciduous beech, to the impressive waterfall of Río Pingo. This region is known for birdwatching, including diucons, long-tailed meadowlarks, and chimango caracaras. This is one of the few places still inhabited by the huemul, a native, endangered deer.

23. Observation of animal tracks (June to August) Full day / walk / medium difficulty. Winter is the best time to observe and photograph Patagonian fauna. The hills are covered in snow and so animals head to lower ground, where their tracks are easy to see. We hope to see the tracks of guanacos, armadillos, skunk, foxes, Geoffery’s cat, lesser Rheas, and even a puma. This excursion leaves early, before dawn, and we bring along a high resolution telescope.

V. SIERRA BAGUALES

24. The Peaks of Las Chinas Full day / walk / medium / not a marked trail. Sierra Baguales owes its name to the wild horses that still today flee from herders. The indigenous Aónikenk were fearful of these horses, and kept their distance. We walk a few kilometers along a basalt dike until we reach an extraordinary geological formation called the “The Peaks of las Chinas”.

25. Mirador de Las Cumbres Full day / walk / difficult / 1,200 meters climb / not a marked trail. This trek begins at the Estancia Las Cumbres. We walk across the Baguales River with water up to our knees, then visit the Lake El Cráter, and walk up a steep hill until we reach the border with Argentina. Incredible panoramic view of the Baguales Mountain Range, Torres del Paine, and the Southern Ice Field.

VI. MOUNT ROTUNDO

26. Bicycle Ride to Estancia Los Rebaños Full day / medium. Bicycle ride to the Estancia los Rebaños that follows a road surrounded by forests of evergreen and deciduous beech, and canelo. In two hours we arrive at a lookout point that offers excellent views of the Almirante Montt gulf, Mount Rotundo, the Paine Massif, and the Mounumeto Moore peak.

27. Climb to Cerro Pelario Full day / walk / difficult / 1,000 meter climb / not a marked trail. Located south of Puerto Natales. At the top of this peak we are treated to views of the Almirante Montt gulf, Mount Rotundo, and the Pinto and Balmaceda Lakes.

Overnight at Hotal Remota.

Another day to enjoy a variety of excurions included in your package.

Overnight at Hotal Remota.

Santiago is the capital of Chile, and its largest city. Two decades of uninterrupted economic growth have transformed Santiago into one of Latin America's most modern metropolitan areas, with extensive suburban development, dozens of shopping malls, and impressive high-rise architecture. Santiago has an excellently preserved city square that is very pleasant for a leisurely walk. It also boasts numerous museums, parks, churches and fine restaurants for dining. For a taste of world renown Chilean wines, visit some of the nearby vineyards for day excursions.

Upon checking out, you'll be met by a Remota driver for your shared transfer to the airport in Punta Arenas. This shared transer is offered as a complimentary service for guests of Remota, only on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Fly from Punta Arenas to Santiago. The flight duration is approximately 3.5 hours.
Please note: Direct flight is subject to availability at time of booking. Flight rates and availability are subject to change until booking.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Overnight at Santiago Park Plaza.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).