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Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve
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In Chile:
Phone: (56) 2 244 2750
Fax: (56) 2 244 2749
In the U.S.:
802 904 6798
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The Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve is a private adventure & conservation-oriented experience club. Santiago Adventures serves as the regional travel concierge for members of the Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve and through this relationship is able to offer our own customers access to this exclusive experience.
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The Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve encompasses more than 60,000 acres of stunning Patagonian highlights that are unique in the world: pristine coastal areas, scenic river valleys, spectacular lake frontages, soaring glacier-covered volcanoes, fjords and verdant forests. The Reserve's properties extend the length of the Carretera Austral from Futaleufù to Tortel. The Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve has developed warm and welcoming lodging in both Valle California and Melimoyu. The Reserve’s infrastructure lies at the natural intersection where serene comfort and rustic elegance meet Patagonian authenticity.
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Patagonia Sur - Valley California
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Valle California is a stunning Patagonian valley that encompasses the El Tigre River, a pristine tributary of the Palena River. Located near the Argentine border, Valle California enjoys a micro-climate with lovely, warm weather during the southern hemisphere’s summer months of December to March.
Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve’s holdings within Valle California embody the essence of Patagonia: snow-capped mountains, winding river and verdant stretches of land. It is the quintessential ranch setting and encourages a rhythm of bygone days spent tending animals, riding horses, casting fishing lines and stretching out before the campfire and stargazing.
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In Valle California, a constellation of luxury yurts will be your home-away-from-home at La Estrella. These modern, lattice-walled updates of the traditional Mongolian yurt are eco-friendly structures with responsibly light footprints. Your private, well-appointed yurt is the perfect place to rest, refresh and recharge after an exhilarating day outdoors and you’ll congregate in the riverside quincho for delicious family-style meals.
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Patagonia Sur has purposely kept all infrastructure modest in scale, to preserve the dominance of the natural landscape. To this end, your private, yurt will provide you with “everything you need and nothing you don’t.” With the goal to create a wonderful place for you to rest, refresh, and recharge, so you can get back to the great outdoors.
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Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve’s Melimoyu holdings are a nature enthusiast’s dream. A richly diverse study in contrasts, the property contains untouched native forests, rivers, lakes, waterfalls and oceanfront in the shadow of the 2,400 meter (7,200 feet) glaciercovered Mt. Melimoyu.
Melimoyu is unique in the world, in that it is the nexus of the southern edge of the Valdivian temperate rain forest and the northern edge of the sub-antarctic forest. Equally unparalleled is the marine life: blue whales congregate just off the coast to deliver their young, and plentiful dolphins, penguins, seals and sea lions complete Melimoyu’s extraordinary marine offerings. Abundant wildlife includes pumas, pudu (an endangered miniature deer), and an incredible array of birds. Sport fishermen will delight at the area’s plentiful and diverse fresh and saltwater species.
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In Melimoyu, “Casa Bahía,” an intimate and inviting renovated 8 bedroom/3 bathroom guesthouse awaits you. Three rooms are appointed with twin beds and five with queen beds. Casa Bahía is complemented by a riverside quincho with an open fireplace with 360 degree views, extensive decking, and canoe and kayak docks.
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| Patagonia Sur - Activities |
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Patagonia Sur has developed a variety of carefully-selected activities, including fly fishing, horseback riding, river and sea kayaking, mountain biking, nature walks & hiking, river float trips, bird watching, marine sightseeing and community & conservation activities.
Each evening, you’ll meet with your guide to plan the following day’s excursions, which will be tailored to your interests and ability.
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Melimoyu and Valle California’s fly fishing is richly varied, and includes Brown, Rainbow and Brook trout, and Coho, Salar and King salmon, among others. Whether you’re an avid angler, are learning to tie flies and fly cast, or simply want to enjoy a few hours on the water, we’ll provide the ideal experience. In keeping with Patagonia Sur’s environmental stewardship, all fishing is catch-and-release.
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“Cabalgatas,” the Chilean word for horseback rides, may be enjoyed by visitors of all ages and experience levels. Patagonia Sur has designed the best circuits to reach magically memorable places with unforgettable views. Their gaucho guides know the area intimately and offer the safest routes to exceptional vistas.
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In Melimoyu, paddle among dolphins, kayak to a colony of sea lions or enjoy river kayaking on the Colono River. In Valle California, enjoy exclusive access to our ten-mile stretch of the El Tigre River, or the nearby Palena River.
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For the ultimate in authentic Patagonian mountain biking, we have repurposed old trails which originally served as byways for explorers, and now serve as paths for Gauchos and muleteers.
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Patagonia Sur has designed a rich network of trails with varying levels of duration and difficulty, from kid-friendly nature circuits to full-day hikes with rewarding destinations, such as seldomly-seen mountain lakes and 300‘ waterfalls. Along the way, expert guides will highlight flora, fauna and topography of interest.
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Float trips allow you to enjoy the region’s beauty in a relaxed yet adventurous way. Whether you fish while you float or simply take in the spectacular scenery, this is a great and memorable way to experience Patagonia.
There are a variety of rafting options available. For scenic and easy to mdoerate float trips, we recommend the Class I and Class II Palena or Espolón Rivers. For more intrepid rafters, the Class V Futaleufù River offers adventure and breathtaking scenery.
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| Sea Safari & Bird Watching |
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Grab your binoculars and camera and enjoy up-close views of dolphins, sea lions and a large number of water birds, such as Kelp Gulls and Ringed Kingfishers, as you explore Melimoyu Bay.
Valle California offers extensive birding opportunities and guests will likely spot Austral Thrushes, Patagonia Sierra Finches, Giant Hummingbirds, Austral Negritos, and Magellanic Woodpeckers.
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Participate in cooperation with the Patagonia Sur Foundation’s projects in nearby communities, and spend part of a day helping paint a church, plant trees or teach an English class.
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The Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve is a private adventure & conservation-oriented experience club. Santiago Adventures serves as the regional travel concierge for members of the Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve and through this relationship is able to offer our own customers access to this exclusive experience.
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Prices include:
- Accomodations
- All meals and beverages throughout stay
- Guided sightseeing and recreational activities
Not included:
- International and internal airfares and airport transfers
- Air transportation to and between Patagonia Sur properties
- Costs associated with obtaining passports and entry visas, airport departure taxes, excess baggage charges
- Upon entering Chile and before proceeding through immigration and customs, passport holders from Australia, Canada, Mexico and the United States are required to pay a reciprocity fee. The fee for U.S. passport holders is $132, payable in cash or by credit card. A receipt will be stapled to the last page of your passport and is valid for the duration of the passport.
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| Patagonia Sur - How to Arrive |
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From Santiago – Access to Valle California and Melimoyu
- Fly to Puerto Montt (daily flights) and fly by commercial flight to Palena (Monday and Friday only).
- Fly to Puerto Montt (daily flights) and fly by private charter plane to Palena or Melimoyu.
- Fly to Balmaceda and take a ground transfer on the Carretera Austral to Melimoyu (eight hours) or Valle California (ten hours). The drive to Valley California is best made in two days with overnight in Puyuhuapi or La Junta.
From Buenos Aires – Access to Valle California:
- Fly to Bariloche (daily flights) and take a ground transfer approximately seven hours to the Palena border crossing with Chile. Patagonia Sur staff will meet you at the border.
- Fly to Esquel (Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday) and take a ground transfer approximately two and a half hours to Palena border crossing with Chile. Patagonia Sur staff will meet you at the border.
Transfers to & from Patagonia Sur are in addition to program prices
Transfers between Melimoyu and Valley California are included in program prices
The Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve is a private adventure & conservation-oriented experience club. Santiago Adventures serves as the regional travel concierge for members of the Patagonia Sur Nature Reserve and through this relationship is able to offer our own customers access to this exclusive experience.
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