Patagonia - Southern Explorer
Mountains & Glaciers of Southern Argentina & Chile
Things you'll see
(Day 1 – 4
We begin our tour in the picturesque seaside city of Ushuaia, the most southerly city in the world, and will enjoy a lovely meal at one of Ushuaia’s great port side seafood restaurants. Enjoy a days walking in the Tierra del Fuego National Park and a boat trip on the Beagle Channel before we set off north and into Chile. Crossing the Straights of Magellan we arrive into Punta Arenas from where we will visit the Seno Otway penguin colony, home to approximately 6000 breeding pairs.
Day 5 – 8
Next we arrive at Torres Del Paine National Park where we will meet our support crew and vehicle and will enjoy our first night camping on the edge of the picturesque Lake Pehoe. Under the constant watch of the towering granite peaks and circling condors this will be our base to explore what is to many South Americas finest national park We spend four nights inside Torres Del Paine National Park and are able to enjoy wonderful day hikes through emerald forests, to magnificent glaciers, along alpine rivers and lakes, with picturesque mountain vistas, while in this area of unparalleled beauty. Each day returning to the comfort of our camp and a freshly prepared meal.
Day 9 – 13
We arrive in El Calafate, and the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, our base visit the impressive Perito Moreno glacier, one of the earths most dynamic and accessible ice fields. Visiting the glacier we can witness from a series of walkways huge chucks of ice breaking free from the face of the glacier and crashing with a mighty roar into the water. A boat trip along the face of the glacier gives us the opportunity to admire its impressive height that reaches, at points, to 100 meters from the water level and stretches 5 kilometres from edge to edge. A short drive around Lake Argentina brings us to El Chalten, nestled quietly under the imposing peaks of Mount Fitzroy. Here we visit the Viedma Glacier, the largest in Argentina, where we have the opportunity to explore ice caves and take a walk atop this mighty ice sheet. Spend some time hiking in the region before your tour conclude.
What's Included?
- 12 nights accommodation – 8 nights in comfortable tourist class hotels and guesthouses, 4 nights fully serviced camping. (Please note: Upgrade options are available for people not wanting to camp, contact us for more information)
- Transport in our custom built all-terrain expedition vehicles
- 12 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 7 Dinners
- Expert Western tour leader and local guides throughout
- Experienced Western Driver/Mechanic
- Services of Cook and Camp Help while camping
- Departure transfer from El Chalten to El Calafate airport
- All National Park Entrance fees
Activites (Included)
- Viedma Glacier day trip – El Chalten
- Day Walks - El Chalten
- Moreno Glacier day trip – El Calafate
- Day Hikes including Catamaran Crossing – Torres Del Paine
- Seno Otway Penguin Colony
- Crossing of Straights of Magellan
- Beagle Channel Boat trip – Ushuaia
- Day trip to Tierra Del Fuego National Park - Ushuaia
Booking Southern Explorer
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Main Tour Cost: $1545.00
+Local Payment of USD $750.00You can provisionally book now with a minimum deposit of $250.00
Tour Options
The following options are available on this tour:
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Santiago City Stay - 1 night |
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| Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Chile with this great pre or post tour package! Includes 1 night accomadation, a Half Day City tour and arrival or departure airport transfer. | ||||
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Ushuaia City Stay - 1 night |
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| Explore the most southerly city in the world! Enjoy breath-taking views of the beagle channel and surrounding mountains as you stroll through this scenic town. Includes 1 night accomodation including breakfast, an airport transfer and half day Ushuaia City tour. | ||||
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Santiago & Beyond - 2 nights |
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| Why not extend your tour to include a visit to the famous Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso! Includes 2 nights accomodation, an airport transfer, Santiago city tour as well as a full day tour of Vina Del Mar & Valparaiso | ||||
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MV Australis Cruise - 4 day - Ushuaia to Punta Arenas |
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| LOW SEASON 1 Sep - 31 Oct 2009 Cruise the Southern Fiords in style on board the wonderful MV Mare or MV Via Australis cruise vessels. Based on B type cabin. |
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MV Australis Cruise - 4 Day - Ushuaia to Punta Arenas |
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| HIGH SEASON 1 November - 31 December 2009 Cruise the Southern Fiords in style on board the wonderful MV Mare or MV Via Australis cruise vessels. Based on B type Cabin ***Xmas & New Year supplements apply*** |
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MV Australis Cruise - 5 Day - Punta Arenas to Ushuaia |
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| LOW SEASON 1 September - 31 October 2009 Cruise the Southern Fiords in style on board the wonderful MV Mare or MV Via Australis cruise vessels. Based on B type cabin. |
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MV Australis Cruise - 5 Days - Punta Arenas to Ushuaia |
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| HIGH SEASON 1 November - 31 December 2009 Cruise the Southern Fiords in style on board the wonderful MV Mare or MV Via Australis cruise vessels. Based on B Type Cabin ***Xmas & New Year supplements apply*** |
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Travel Dates:
04/01/10 - 16/01/10(6+ Seats Left)
06/03/10 - 18/03/10
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27/11/10 - 09/12/10
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22/01/11 - 03/02/11
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19/03/11 - 31/03/11
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Tour Prices:
$1545.00 USD
£1095.00 GBP
€1286.00 EU
$2050.00 AUD
$2565.00 NZD
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(2011 prices are subject to change)
Travelling Solo?
Viva Expeditions offers a "willing to share" option for all single travellers on our overland expeditions. Providing you are willing to share we will attempt to pair you with another willing to share passenger of the same sex. If there is no one available to share you will have a single room but still pay only the twin share price.However if you are not willing to share and would like a private room through out the tour you can guarantee this by choosing to pay the additional single supplement.
Where time is spent camping single tents are on a subject to availability basis. Please note the willing to share does not apply to specialty tours, independent adventures, tour add-ons and Galapagos packages.
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