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south america
the gaucho adventure - santiago to rio
is this trip for me?
A unique trip taking you to the heart of Argentina. A moderately paced trip on generally good roads taking in the highlights of the regions plus great off the beaten track exploration and community project. Plus fantastic wildlife opportunities. Climatic conditions vary from sunny beaches to colder, wetter mountain areas. Rating: Moderate. Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Mainly campsites, some wildcamps, hostels/hotels. Winter departures use a higher proportion of hotels.
71
30 nights
what else can I do?
· Trek up Mt. Villarica, an active volcano · Horseriding, white-water rafting or hikes around Pucon · Winter boat trips to view whales off Valdez Peninsular · Boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter over Iguazu Falls · Party all night long in Rio Notes: Optional 5 night Rio Carnival Package or Salvador Carnival Journey, both on p75
what's included?
Nights 1-5: Chile: · 3 nights in Chilean Lake District and Pucon Nights 6-11: Argentina: · 2 or 3 night stay in Bariloche, stunning mountain resort · Wildcamp by scenic lake in Los Alerces NP · Guided visit to Valdez Peninsular to meet the elephant seals and sealions · Guided day to the penguin colonies at Punta Tombo NP Nights 12-15: The Pampas: · Overland through the vast Pampas, home to the cowboy Gauchos · 3 or 4 nights to explore Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America Nights 16-22: Argentina: · Unique 3 night visit to Anglo Argentinian estancia to ride purebred horses · Estancia School Community Project · Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Mini Mission Nights 23-30: Brazil: · 2 full days to discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls · 3 days along Brazil's Emerald Coast around Parati · Laid back boat trips to islands off Parati
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: TGA
the vaquero - santiago to rio
is this trip for me?
This trip is a combination of 2 journeys, Overland to Tierra del Fuego (XSU) p69 and Patagonia, Penguins and Pantanal (XUR) p69. Plenty of time to explore the awesome landscape, great cities of the south and chill out on the beach. Travelling on generally good roads to some spectacular destinations. The climate can vary from sunny beach weather to colder mountain conditions. Rating: Moderate. Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Campsites, wildcamps, hostel/hotels.
6 weeks
what's included?
Weeks 1-2: Chilean & Argentinian Lake District: · Visit Chile's famed wine region to stock up for the journey · 3 nights free in Chilean Lake District · 2 or 3 night stay in Bariloche, stunning mountain resort · Wildcamp by scenic lake in Los Alerces NP · 3 nights free to explore the awesome Los Glaciares NP · Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier Weeks 3-4: Chilean & Argentinian Mountains: · 3 or 4 nights to explore in depth the rugged Torres del Paine NP · Overland through the southern most part of the Americas, Tierra del Fuego · Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego NP · Journey across the wild plains of Patagonia Week 5: Argentina: · Guided day to the penguin colonies at Punta Tombo NP · Guided visit to Valdez Peninsular to meet the elephant seals and sealions · Overland through the vast Pampas, home to the cowboy Gauchos · 3 or 4 nights to explore Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America Weeks 6-61/2: Argentina & Brazil: · Boat trips and wildlife treks in the pantanal of the Esteros del Ibera · Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Mini Mission · 2 full days to discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls · 3 days along Brazil's Emerald Coast around Parati · Laid back boat trips to islands off Parati Notes: Optional 5 night Rio Carnival Package p75
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: WSR
patagonian & brazilian encounters - santiago to rio
is this trip for me?
Laid back exploration style itinerary, walking, horseriding, off the beaten track. Excellent beaches and landscapes, cultural exploration, roads okay, variable climate. Flexible itinerary allowing for variations. Rating: Moderate. Crew: 1 Western leader, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Encounter overland truck. Accommodation: 85% camping, 15% hotels. Basic hostel/hotel, some campsites, wildcamps.
7 weeks
Week 6: Argentina & Brazil: · 2 full days to discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls Week 7: Brazil: · 3 days along Brazil's Emerald Coast around Parati
what's included?
Week 1: Chile: · Visit Chile's famed wine region to stock up for the journey · 3 nights free in Chilean Lake District and Pucon Week 2: Chile Coastline: · 7 day unique overland journey through rugged lands along the fiord coast Week 3: Patagonia: · 3 nights free to explore the awesome Los Glaciares NP · Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier · 3 or 4 nights to explore in depth the rugged Torres del Paine NP Week 4: Argentina: · Overland through the southern most part of the Americas, Tierra del Fuego · Journey across the wild plains of Patagonia · Guided visit to Valdez Peninsular to meet the elephant seals and sealions Week 5: Northern Argentina: · Overland through the vast Pampas, home to the cowboy Gauchos · 3 or 4 nights to explore Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America · Visit to the Esteros del Ibera pantanal
what else can I do?
· Trek up Mt. Villarica, an active volcano · Horseriding, white-water rafting or hikes around Pucon · Hikes, boat trips and horses in Los Glaciares NP · Ice walk up, boat trip to or horse riding near the Moreno Glacier · Horse rides, and various treks in Torres del Paine NP · Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego NP · Beagle channel boat trips and sightseeing flights from Ushuaia · Guided day to the penguin colonies at Punta Tombo NP · Winter boat trips to find Wright whales off the Valdez Peninsular · Boat trips and wildlife treks in the pantanal of the Esteros del Ibera · Boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter over Iguazu Falls · Laid back boat trips to islands off Parati Notes: Optional 5 night Rio Carnival Package p75
Go to: www.dragoman.com
enter trip code: NSR
for trip notes
for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
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