Experience Patagonia in the saddle over 4 magical days on horseback
The 4-Day Guided Chilean Patagonia on Horseback Tour invites you to embark on a unique adventure through Patagonia to see its untouched natural beauty and experience a way of life that has thrived for generations here.
During your Patagonian adventure on horseback, you'll see areas way off the beaten track, riding from an authentic Estanciaand and admiring breathtaking scenery each step of the way. Spot the famous Three Towers and the imposing Grey Glacier up close, as you trot peaceful forest trails enveloped by Patagonia’s most famous peaks.
From traditional lamb barbecue complete with Pisco sours, to a cozy night in a quiet riverside camp – this horseback riding adventure in Chile is the complete Patagonia experience.
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Chilean Patagonia on Horseback Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Transfer from Puerto Natales and Ride to Tercera Barranca
In the morning, you’ll set off by private transfer to Estancia Lazo, a 13,000 hectare (32,123 acres) cattle ranch founded over a century ago and still operating today beneath striking views of the Paine Massif on the shores of Laguna Verde. Here you’ll meet your horses that will be waiting to begin the ride to Tercera Barranca.
Once in the saddle, you’ll enjoy a 7-hour slow ride with trotting and cantering to a beautiful and quiet estancia where the group will rest for the evening.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy views of the Towers in the distance and opportunities to see the diverse Patagonia landscapes and local fauna including guanacos and ñandus.
Overnight Location: Tercera Barranca Estancia
Distance: 7 hours, 34 km
Meals: Box Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 Ride to Cascading Salto Las Chinas Waterfall
The destination today is the Salto Las Chinas waterfall on the east side of Torres del Paine National Park, a route taken more than a century ago by Lady Florence Dixie – and whose 1880 account of traveling Patagonia is still iconic today!
You’ll ride across pampas and plateaus and likely see condors matching your speed as they soar the skies above us. Later, stop for lunch at the waterfall before making your way back to the ranch via the same trail.
This evening will be spent beside the fire, with Pisco sours and a Patagonian lamb barbecue (BBQ confirmed with a min. of 8 guests).
Overnight Location: Estancia Tercera Barranca, Tercera Barranca
Distance: 7-8 hours, 28 km
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Day 3 Saddle Up for the Ride to Serrano River
Today’s ride winds through native beech forests and around small lagoons. Splendid views will continually follow the group – though you’ll find a particularly excellent picture-taking opportunity at today’s highest point, where you’ll observe how the Paine River fuses with the agua waters of Toro Lake, the largest in the region.
From here, you’ll start the descent towards your home away from home for the next two nights: The Riverside Campsite.
Rest peacefully in quiet deluxe lotus belle tents on the shores of the Serrano River beneath an impressive view of the formidable black granite peaks of Los Cuernos.
Overnight Location: Riverside Camp, Rio Serrano
Distance: 6-7 hours, 49 km
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Day 4 Ride to Grey Lake and Cruise to Grey Glacier
A morning ride across huge pampas and a suspension bridge over the Grey River takes the group to Grey Lake’s superb viewpoint. From here you’’ll see the numerous floating icebergs that have calved from Grey Glacier and been whittled into fantastic shapes by the sun and wind.
Enjoy lunch at this lookout point, then set off on a short hike through a beech forest and along the beach of the Grey Lake. While hiking, be sure to listen out for the woodpeckers and Austral parakeets that call this forest home! The 3 hour round-trip cruise along Grey Lake weaves around blue-hued icebergs and stops right in front of Grey Glacier’s massive facade. Here ,you’’ll stay for a while to take pictures, observe the glacier’s intricate colors and icy textures – and maybe even see ice chunks calving.
As you make our way back, watch out for the wind-sculpted “ice mushrooms” atop Paine Grande. Ashore once again, a transfer will take you back to Puerto Natales where the tour concludes.
Overnight Location: Riverside Camp, Serrano River
Distance: 4-5 hours, 17 km
Meals: Breakfast
Chilean Patagonia on Horseback Tour Price and Dates
This guided horseback riding tour in Patagonia is mostly run as a group departure where you would be joining a mixed group, however, private departures are also available upon request.
Prices below are per person. Please note that the standard price applies when the group size is 4 or more. If the group size ends up being smaller, then a supplement may be required.
- Guided Group of 4-8: $3,995 USD
Important: This tour is a subject to non-standard payment and cancellation terms.
Payment Terms:
- Full payment will be required 90 days before the departure
Cancellation Terms:
- 75+ Days: Total trip cost minus a $200 USD booking fee per person for regular programs, $500 USD booking fee per person for tailor-made and private programs will be refunded
- 74 – 56 Days: 50% of total trip cost will be refunded
- 55 Days or Less: No Refund
Accommodation on the Chilean Patagonia on Horseback Tour
This tour is based in a small inn, an authentic estancia (ranch) and a riverside camp. Rooms are offered on a private double occupancy basis at the estancia and inn and in double occupancy deluxe belle tents at the riverside camp.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Hotel rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. You can also pay a supplement for your own private tent at the campsites. Single rooms are not available in refuges.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Estancia Tercera Barranca, Tercera Barranca
Find yourself welcomed onto a sprawling 6,500-hectare family-run estancia on the outskirts of Torres del Paine National Park. Enjoy rustic accommodations tastefully decorated and incredible views via the large windows throughout.
Riverside Camp, Serrano River
This exclusive riverside camp invites you to experience your own slice of paradise on the quiet shores of the Rio Serrano River. Made up of just 10 deluxe lotus belle tents, you’ll enjoy a unique outdoor experience at this fully supported bas camp.
What’s Included in the Chilean Patagonia on Horseback Tour?
Meals
3 breakfasts, 4 box lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 3 nights is included
Transportation during the Tour
All Private Transportation according to the itinerary including boat navigation to Grey Glacier.
Also Included
- English/Spanish speaking guide
- Driver
- Baqueano (local cowboy)
- Entrance Fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- Welcome drink at riverside camp
- Horses, saddles and pack horses
- Helmets, leather chaps, leather gloves, saddle bags, and dry bags
Not included
- Flights to and from Puerto Natales
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Accommodations before and after the trek in Puerto Natales
- Any meals not noted as included
- Alcoholic drinks at riverside camp
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at estancias/hotels
- Gratuities for guide and staff
Optional Extras
- Hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas
- Single supplements
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