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Patagonia Camp, torres del Paine, Patagonia

Yurt at Patagonia Camp, Torres del Paine, ChilePatagonia Camp is a luxury lakeside camp only 20 minutes south of the Torres del Paine National Park entrance: gourmet cuisine, heated yurts with private baths, all with perfect views of the Cuernos de Paine across a turquoise blue lake. Chile's first luxury camp provides the perfect place for exploring the spectacular wilderness of the park. Enjoy some of the most beautiful landscapes of the world from your private terrace while listening to sound of nature or relax at the inviting lounge while enjoying a glass of excellent Chilean wine.

The 15 well-spaced yurts, with a secluded feel: you're in your own cosy cabin but connected to the wildness of landscape and nature! Each yurt has a private terrace and en suite bathroom with shower and small tub; all have heating and ventilation. Beautiful views - both from your yurt and the dining room. The Yurts are connected by open wooden walkways, which lead down from the 'Salon', a welcoming airy space that has a raised lounge area, the reception and dining area, where truly imaginative gourmet food from fresh local ingredients is served. The Patagonia camp is 100% environment friendly - there's an effective ecological waste management system.

Patagonia Camp offers 5 days/4 nights (Tuesday to Saturday) and 4 days / 3 nights allinclusive itineraries (Saturday to Tuesday) from / to Punta Arenas. Overnight including half board is also offered, please note that a minimum of 3 nights is required arriving on Saturday and a minimum of 4 nights is required arriving on Tuesday.

ITINERARY 'A'

lakeside view towards the 'horns' in Torres del Paine National Park

Saturday - Tuesday

Saturday: Punta Arenas - Patagonia Camp
After arrival at Punta Arenas we will start our trip towards the Torres del Paine, on your way through the Patagonian Pampa you may already spot some Patagonian wildlife; such as rheas, foxes and guanacos as well as a great variety of birds. Lunch will be served on the way at an authentic Patagonian Estancia, where guest are invited to participate in the preparation of a typical Patagonian-style lamb roast. This is a good opportunity to learn more about the traditions, history and daily activities on a working sheep farm at the end of the world. Shortly after leaving the Estancia you will shortly arrive at Patagonia Camp. Overnight. (BL, D)

Sunday: Patagonia Camp - Salto del Toro - Laguna Bonita
After breakfast you will start a half day hiking excursion to Salto El Toro - a stunning waterfall demonstrating the natural magic of the Patagonia. This is an excellent way to start your trip through the area and get closer to one of the purest regions on the planet. After lunch enjoy another easy hike to Laguna Bonita. This interesting and beautiful circuit starts at Patagonia Camp and continues along the shores of the Laguna Bonita with its calm, dark waters. The view is overwhelming with the reflexions on the water of the snow capped mountains and the Lenga forests surrounding the camp. (B, BL, D)

Monday: Torres del Paine
A full day excursion through the Torres del Paine National Park, touring some of its best and most popular attractions and viewpoints from where you can take in the amazing view and photograph the mountains and lakes that make this park world famous. Overnight. (B, BL, D)

Tuesday: Patagonia Camp - Punta Arenas
After breakfast you will be taken to Punta Arenas. (B, BL)


ITINERARY 'B'

Torres del Paine

Tuesday - Saturday

This itinerary is the same as itinerary 'A' but has one more day (trekking base Las Torres) built in on Friday!

Tuesday: Punta Arenas - Estancia El Palenque - Patagonia Camp
Transfer to Camp; and barbeque at Estancia Palenque. (BL, D)

Wednesday: Patagonia Camp - Salto del Toro - Laguna Bonita
Half day hike to Salto El Toro and hike to Laguna Bonita. (B,BL, D)

Thursday: Torres del Paine
A full day excursion through the Torres del Paine National Park, touring some of its best and most popular attractions and viewpoints from where you can take in the amazing view and photograph the mountains and lakes that make this park world famous. Overnight. (B, BL, D)

Friday: Trekking Base Las Torres
The base of las Torres is without a doubt one of the main attractions in the park. The hike begins at the foot of the marvellous Valle del Rio Ascencio from where you hike up through the age old forests to the impressive Morrena Glacer. This is the last challenge before getting to the lagoon at the base of las Torres where you can have an excellent view of these rock formations. (B, BL, D)

Saturday: Patagonia Camp - Punta Arenas
After breakfast you will be taken to Punta Arenas. (B, BL)

Rates per person 2011/2012

Accommodation 3 nights
Saturday - Tuesday or
Wednesday - Saturday
September 2011 - October 2011 November 2011 - April 2012
Single US$2500 US$2670
Double US$1700 US$1780
Child US$1210 US$1290
Family US$1460 US$1540
Accommodation 4 nights
Tuesday - Saturday or
Saturday - Wednesday
September 2011 - October 2011November 2011 - April 2012
SingleUS$3190US$3390
DoubleUS$2190US$2290
ChildUS$1550US$1640
FamilyUS$1870US$1970

Programs include: Transfers in/out between Punta Arenas and Patagonia Camp. Departures from Punta Arenas between 12:00noon and 15:30. Accomodations, full board (breakfast / lunch box / dinner), excursions (see program), bilingual guides (English/Spanish). All rooms with view to Paine Mountains and Lake Toro.

Transfers

Transfer schedules subject to change without prior notice according to flight departures and arrivals.
Transfers in/out from/to Punta Arenas and Patagonia Camp:
From Punta Arenas: 14:00
From Punta Arenas airport: 15:00
From Patagonia Camp: 08:00 (arriving at the airport at 12:00noon)

For further information and booking inquiries please send us and e-mail.