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chile Patagonia Mountain Ride
Ride your horse through the stunning landscapes of Torres del Paine. Pass mountain peaks and turquoise lakes to the wide-open grasslands in the company of an expert guide and team of huasos. Ride through Patagonia's stunning, remote landscape during the day. At night rest your head in a mixture of first class hotels and simple refugios all in outstanding natural settings.
brief itinerary
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Cross the beautiful landscape of Torres del Paine National Park on horseback. Enjoy the traditional hospitality of Chilean lodges and farmhouses. Ride fantastic horses in the company of an expert guide and a team of huaso horsemen looking after you. · Day 1 Travel to Chilean Patagonia today. · Day 2 Drive across the wide open spaces of the Patagonia steppe to your first ranch. · Day 3 Saddle up to ride through a glacial valley in the shadow of the mountains. · Day 4 Ride towards the famous Torres del Paine mountains. · Day 5 Relaxed morning ride around a lake and up to a high viewpoint. · Day 6 Set off across the national park following the banks of a river. · Day 7 Ride to an iceberg-filled lake. · Day 8 Cross grasslands with views of the Paine mountains. · Day 9 Circular ride today across wide river meadows with lots of bird life. · Day 10 Ride out of the park across farmland and pampa. · Day 11 Return to the city of Punta Arenas. · Day 12 Fly out of Patagonia.
How active?
This trip is for intermediate to experienced riders, as the pace is moderate to fast. Daily distances are between 20 and 40km which equates to five to eight hours in the saddle. The pace is largely dictated by the terrain and the distance you need to travel on a given day. Where possible you will be trotting and cantering with some stretches where you can ride faster. This trip is recommended for those who are fit enough to canter for extended periods and spend long hours in the saddle.
How comfortable?
This holiday is as comfortable as you can get whilst travelling in this remote area. There is no camping although you will spend a couple of nights in basic refugio accommodation. Refugios are wooden lodges with hot showers and rooms with four to six bunks. Elsewhere you will stay in simple, comfortable farmhouses and lodges in twin or double rooms. Staying in such accommodation gives you a privileged insight into the traditional hospitality of the huaso (Chilean cowboy) culture. Groups are fully guided and supported with a maximum of 12 riders.
Sounds perfect?
For details of what's included and more information see the detailed itinerary on our website or call us for a copy. For dates and prices see the enclosed sheet. To check availability please call us on 0845 22 55 058 or email info@pura-aventura.com.
Not quite right?
For a more challenging wilderness experience you might like to join our Cross the Andes ride (p16). For a slightly less challenging and more luxurious ride, try our Argentina Estancia Ride (p20).
WhY Pura 18
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The horses we use are bred and cared for to the highest standards. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to see the less-visited parts of an already remote park. We work in very close partnership with local businesses to create a unique and sustainable experience.
Find out more online at www.pura-aventura.com
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