ADVENTURE GUIDE SUMMER SEASON ACTIVITIES HIKING
Patagonia takes hiking to a whole new level. The vastness of the terrain, untouched diversity of flora and fauna, and sheer volume of nature’s features are thoroughly mind bending. The guides at Rio Palena Lodge know exactly how to match your ideal slice of it all to a point on the map—whether it be a laid back stroll to a nearby waterfall or heli-hiking on a just-discovered glacier. Variety can include old-growth forest walks, view-laden bluff overlooks, lakeside picnics, granite ridge heli-hiking, ropesassisted glacier mountaineering, and riverside trekking leading to 360-degree views of the Andes.
Activity Duration: 1 – 3 hours. Travel Time: 0-30 minutes. Experience Level: All Abilities. This activity is included in your stay. FLY FISHING
No matter your ability level, the guide team is fully equipped with extensive knowledge and experience to get you on Patagonia’s notorious trout in a way that suits you. To start, the Palena River is right outside the lodge, allowing around-the-clock angling access. The Malito, a small river just a few miles away, is a perfect beginner spot, while the heli-accessed Upper Tigre and Azul offer high numbers of brook trout and scenic views. A large assortment of lakes, some accessed only by helicopter and others surrounded by glaciers, provides another incredible option, while half and full day floats are not to be missed, especially for the more serious anglers. Expect to target big browns, rainbows, and brook trout on a variety of stretches, which can include floats starting from the lodge or our riverside outpost “Futa Camp.” Along with access to a multitude of other fisheries including that of the Tigre and Tranquillo rivers and Lago Yelcho, enjoy endless views of towering peaks, glaciers, pastures, and sandstone cliffs, and tasty riverside lunches.
Activity Duration: Full or Half Day. Travel Time: Dependent on location Experience Level: All Abilities. This activity is included in your stay. WHITEWATER RAFTING
Rio Palena Lodge is situated just an hour drive from the Futaleufú River, which ranks in the top 5 whitewater rafting destinations in the world. Guests will be fully outfitted in dry suits and life jackets, ready to take on sustained Class-4 rapids on every section. Your seasoned guides know the in’s and out’s of this aggressive water, so you can enjoy an adrenaline-pumping experience in safe hands.
Activity Duration: 4 – 5 Hours. Travel Time: Dependent on location Experience Level: Advanced. Public whitewater rafting is included in your stay; private whitewater rafting is available at an additional cost. INFLATABLE KAYAKING
Whether you depart directly from the lodge, paddle out from our riverfront outpost “Futa Camp,” or take on the Class-3 rapids of El Tigre, each of our kayaking adventures delivers an action-packed dose of fun for a wide range of experience levels. Float down tranquil stretches of the Palena, wind in and out of farms drenched in views of Mount Blanco, or navigate fast-paced rapids through sheer canyon walls and waterfalls, experiencing the best of Patagonia’s untamed waters!
Activity Duration: 1 – 6 hours. Travel Time: Dependent on location Experience Level: All Abilities. This activity is included in your stay.
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