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Futaleufu 5 Day Rafting
offered by supplier M18756 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 5
day(s)
Group Size: 6
- 12
people
Destination(s):
Chile
Specialty Categories:
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Season: December - March
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 1300 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 2400 US Dollar (USD)
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The Rio Futaleufu, nestled in the heart of the Southern Andes in Northern Patagonia is by far one of the world's greatest whitewater destinations. The Futa contains sections of continuous class IV and V whitewater and will satisfy even the most experienced rafter's expectations. The rapids are laid out perfectly for a full week of whitewater excitement. First we do a great warm-up section to hone your paddling skills and review rescue techniques, then head straight into world class rapids with names like Inferno Canyon, Terminator, and Casa de Piedra (House of Rock). This place is truly a whitewater rafter's paradise the river is totally unique. Its clear turquoise waters pass through a glacially sculpted granite river valley that rivals Yosemite. Close encounters with Andean Condors with wingspans reaching up to nine feet, Crested Caracara, Magellenic Kingfishers and Austral Parakeets are a regular occurrence.
In the Futaleufu river valley you have found frontier culture. You feel as though you've traveled back in time, every house is equipped with wood cook stoves, the primary mode of transportation is still the horse and goods are regularly transported by ox cart. The people of Northern Patagonia are some of the friendliest, most generous people you can encounter. It is truly a great culture to experience.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Our representative will meet you in either Puerto Montt Chile or Bariloche Argentina (your choice!), before whisking you away to our 175-acre riverside ranch on the mighty Futaleufu River. Entry via Puerto Montt entails a short flight over the Chilean Fjords and drive through Chile's old growth forests to our base camp. Entry via Bariloche Argentina is a breathtaking drive over the Andes mountains range to Futaleufu Chile. Once settled, you'll meet your rafting guides who will prepare you for the week's adventures on the Futaleufu river.
Day 2: Bridge to Bridge, Class III-IV+: These rapids are big and exciting, but consider today a warm-up for the whitewater to come. After rafting we return to base camp where the activity options abound: kayak on the lake, relax in the hot tub, trek to the top of nearby ridges, or simply enjoy appetizers and drinks at our riverside bar.
Day 3: Inferno Canyon, Class V: Today we launch at the ranch and float downstream to Inferno Canyon. This section is the perfect mix of gorgeous pools punctuated by stomping whitewater. At the confluence of the Rio Azul we'll call it a day and return to the rustic luxury and comfort of Antucamay.
Day 4: Terminator section to Casa de Empanadas, Class IV-V: World-class rapids are interspersed with calm pools on this final day of rafting. The continuous Class IV-V action of this section will keep your full attention. Breaks are few and far between until we reach the take-out. Then it's back to the ranch for a final night fiesta and celebration after completing one of the world’s greatest whitewater rivers!
Day 5: Fly to Puerto Montt or transport to Bariloche or Esquel: After a hearty breakfast and a farewell to your guides and camp staff the charter flight will return you to Puerto Montt (or transport to Esquel or Bariloche). Please plan your Puerto Montt-Santiago flight for mid-afternoon in order to meet your outbound international connection that evening. Most international connections leave Santiago after 8:00 PM, arriving at US destinations early the following morning.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Also see tour packages in:
South America
Chile
Outdoor: Water Drifter
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
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