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Easter Island and the incredible Moais

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Feel the wind, watch the stars in Torres del Paine

Antarctica: white continent An awesome cruise to Wedell Sea and Antarctic Peninsula

#MyPlaceInTheWorld: Bariloche & Llao Llao

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Booklet Specially designed for you, by RipioTurismo Incoming Tour Operator. leg. 10687, de Ideas Turisticas SRL

Editor Manager Lic. Ramiro Rodriguez Office 215 Scalabrini Ortiz Av. 3rd Floor, Office B C1414DNC, Buenos Aires Argentina Phone +5411 4855 4684 E-mail. info@ripioturismo.com web. www.ripioturismo.com

Welcome to South America

Tranks for travelling with us. Find itinerary and more information for your trip

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Explora Rapa Nui Explore with us, one of the best hotels in Easter Island

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ant information for your trip

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Expedition to Cape Horn Australis Cruises and a wonderful adventure trip to the southernmost point of South America

Personalized information about your trip

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My Place in the World Editors Note

Train 12. Luxury A luxury way to arrive to Machu Picchu...

A Trip to the incredible Antarctica

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A Deluxe Camp

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There are many options to visit Torres del Paine, but it´s a bit different...

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Ocean Wide Expedition and a cruise to enjoy Emperors Penguin

Amazonas

Anavilhanas Lodge, in the jungle, but comfortable

J O N E S x 2 WE LCO ME T O S OU TH AME RI CA! DAY 1 9am

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IGUAZU • Transfer from Iguazu Airport to hotel Arrival to the hotel and check in. Rest of the day at leisure

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Loi Suites Iguazu Hotel (5*) 01 Double STD room - Breakfast included

Selva Iryapú s/n, 3370 Puerto Iguazú, Misiónes, Argentina Private service with english spaking guide

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IGUAZU - Argentine Side of The Falls Enjoy the incredible show of Nature, Iguazu Falls in three different amazing circuits!

Iguazú National Park, located on the extreme northeastern region of Argentina, about 1600 km from Buenos Aires where bird songs are heard in a 1000 different ways.

Sacred land for the guaraní nation. Land of enchantment and leyend.

Declared world wide heritage by the UNESCO, the Iguazú Falls consists in 275 falls (most of them are on the Argentinean side) some of them up to 80 meters high turning this into a fantastic landscape, making it one of the magical quietness of the jungle and water `s clatter.

You can do the fallowing trails: Lower Circuit, Upper Circuit, Devil’s Throat, Macuco Trail, Yacaratía Trail, San Martín Island.

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• At the scheduled time, transfer to the Airport Private services with english speaking guide Entrance fee to National Park not included

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Excursions and services mentioned on the itinerary Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast 24hs Phone assistance Entrance fee to National Park Visa or reciprocity fee to the visited countries if required Air tickets

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Explora Rapa Nui Rapa Nui, capital city of the incredible Easter Island, located more than 3000 miles from Chile coast, is one of the most visited destinations from South America. We stayed in one of the most incredible hotels in the island, Explora Rapa Nui. Enjoy a bit of history and a wonderful place ot stay in the island

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The incredible Moais

The Hotel. Explora Rapa Nui

Explorations & Activities

The Moais, are c are monolithic human figures carved by the Rapa Nui people from rock on the Chilean Polynesian island of Easter Island between the years 1250 and 1500

Located 8 km from Hanga Roa, on a 9.6 km2 plot of land, unsuitable for agriculture and containing no archaeological remains, explora Rapa Nui is located in a privileged location from which to explore the island.

At explora Rapa Nui we offer over 20 explorations at different levels. In general, all have strong cultural and archaeological overtones, and are led by an expert bilingual local guide.

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At 3.700 km off the South American continent and surrounded by the clearest, deepest waters on the planet, Rapa Nui has been the cradle of a unique and enigmatic culture that continues to endure today. The island’s language, music, and numerous traditions are kept alive by the island’s inhabitants, while the enormous carved stone Moai are testimony to their mysterious past.

Rapa Nui would have been occupied around the year 600 AD by a group of settlers believed to have come from the Marquesas Islands in the eastern Pacific. This original colony of the island is sanctified in myth, whose protagonist is Chief Hotu Matu’a, the first king and founding figure of the Rapa Nui culture.

The milestones of this prehistoric age are the development of Rongo Rongo, an indecipherable writing system, and a devotion to ancestors symbolized by the Moai, whose construction would have started around the year 1000 AD, and would eventually total more than 900. Constructed of volcanic stone and located in large ceremonial altars, named Ahu, they allegedly possessed mana, and were a fountain of well-being, prestige, and legitimacy of the ruling class.

The overexploitation of the island’s resources in the fifteenth century sent the culture into crisis, which caused the established ruling class and ideological system to collapse. The Moai were toppled and the devotion to ancestors was abandoned.

Did you know that the name of Easter Island was given by the dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen who discovered it on an Easter Sunday?

During this time, in 1722, the expedition of a Dutchman by the name of Jacob Roggeveen arrived to the island, who later divulged the existence of Rapa Nui to Europe.

Contact with the West was catastrophic for the inhabitants of Rapa Nui. Almost a third of them were taken to Peru to be used as forced labor. A few managed to return to the island, introducing epidemics that reduced the population to 111 people.

In 1888 Rapa Nui was incorporated as a soveriegn land of Chile, and the “Compañía Explotadora de Isla de Pascua” was established, dedicated to the breeding and raising of sheep. Due to constant abuses by the Compañía, in 1953 the Chilean government left the administration of the island in the hands of the Chilean Navy.

A bit of history...

To travel is to spend time, to arrive and to live. Architecture is permanence, freedom and safety. explora actively introduces travelers to the great scenery of South America, through a well prepared exploration program. Our base is a hotel built for linking man to temporary space- present and past- and the mysteries of nature.

Located 8 km from Hanga Roa, on a 9.6 km2 plot of land, unsuitable for agriculture and containing no archaeological remains, explora Rapa Nui is located in a privileged location from which to explore the island. We are proud to carry LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

Gastronomy is also a Success

The island’s remoteness, stunning geography and rich culture led UNESCO to declare Rapa Nui a world heritage site in 1995.

Explora Rapa Nui www.explora.com

Dishes have been designed to enable guests to perform various explorations and still feel light, agile, and healthy.

Our dishes are always accompanied by a superb Chilean wine. We also carry a menu of Premium wines for those that would like to try other alternatives.

Relaxation time

Exploring Rapa Nui Explora Rapa Nui offers 18 explorations at different levels. In general, all have strong cultural and archaeological overtones, and are led by an expert bilingual local guide.

Guides speak fluent Spanish and English, are very knowledgeable of their surroundings, and also have Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification, allowing them to provide expert aid to people in remote locations.

Every evening in the hotel bar, our guides meet up with guests to program the next day’s activities. Our explorations are carried out in groups of no more than 8 people.

They believe in healthy exposure to nature, we also believe in healthy exposure to other travelers, hence we do not offer private expeditions. Our guests are sociable people with stories to tell and adventures to share; we are convinced that the people you meet during the journey are as important as the destination itself.

Between the volcanoes and the Moai, the Located inside our complex is a pool area, best way to appreciate the scale of the complemented by a jacuzzi, sauna and island around us and the vastness of the massage area, all perfect for recovering Pacific Ocean, is by foot. We always strive from the wear and tear of a long day of to adjust to the rhythm of each traveler, exploration.. enjoying every step of the journey.

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Mariana Ramirez General Manager in Patagonia Camp

A Deluxe Camp We met Mariana Ramirez, General Manager in Patagonia Camp, a wonderful deluxe camp in Torres del Paine. A different way to enjoy camping How do you got the idea of offer​​ their yurt, wind noise or rain while ing visit Torres del Paine, but in a sleeping, can also watch the clouds or stars from your bed through the luxury camp ? dome on the roof. They will feel like Well, the partners are great travel- home. Patagonia Camp is distiners and outdoor enthusiasts , nature guished by giving a personalized and adventure sports, and realized service, which will make for an unthat camping in Patagonia and thus forgettable experience. enjoy such a strong and characteristic nature was not easy or for ev- What advantages does stay in a eryone , so they thought of the idea Yurt, and not in a conventional to offer a luxury camp , where there hotel? were the benefits of camping (feel the rain and wind in the tent, birds, You will live a totally different expewatching stars, this intimate contact rience, having the feeling of sleepwith nature) but with the comfort of ing in a tent, but with all the coma hotel. forts of a luxury hotel. The yurt have central heating , decoration is made What is the experience of tourists with exclusive products and materials from Patagonia, which gives a staying at Patagonia Camp? cozy look.

The experience of being in intimate contact with nature; passengers will What are the ecological advanenjoy the comfort and warmth of tages of this type of accommoda-

tion ?

This project was designed and built through a minimally invasive architecture, which is adapted to the harmonic landscape of the area.

It is entirely built on wooden piles on which were built the terraces around

“From the comfort and warmth of the yurt , you can hear the sound of the wind, watch the clouds or the stars, all from your bed “

A deluxe camp the yurts, common areas and walkways that connect each part of the complex, allowing the existence and survival of plants, shrubs and trees that have lived in the area hundreds of years ago.

How is the treatment of waste done?

Organic waste is composted. Glass, plastic and aluminum are separated, then have to be recycled in Puerto Natales.

And besides, we have a treatment plant organic water. All products we use, and we deliver amenities are biodegradable, and also We inform each guest how to help with this balance.

What is the profile of tourists that choose Patagonia Camp?

Well, it is a tourist who wants to be in intimate contact with nature, in an exclusive place but with all the comfort of a hotel, in addition to a friendly concept with the environment. And finally, a place from where they can start good trekking activities in Torres del Paine park.

What services are offered by Patagonia Camp?

And, what about the excursions. Do you offer different difficulty levels?

Yes, we have trips with different levels of difficulty and duration, which will take you tmany options to discover the main attractions and scenery in Patagonia.

The election is held in conjunction with passengers under the recommendation and supervision of our guides, all bilingual and certified in WFR (first aid in remote areas).

Every day during the evening we organize small meetings where guides talks about what activity will take place the next day. The decision on which tour to take is affected by several factors: climate (very important in this area), and of course to the physical capacity and interests of passengers.

Are you planning similar projects in other areas of South America?

Nothing concrete yet, but we have several projects.

Why do you suggest Patagonia Camp to a traveller who want to visit Torres del Paine?

We have a reception area, several bilingual guides for activities, restaurant, lounge and bar with internet (WI FI), IDD telephone, safe, laundry, shop, central heating, electricity and hot water 24 hrs., Bathroom private, hairdryer and amenities.

How many people can stay in yurts, and how many in total in the camp?

Well, I recommend to stay with us. Because Patagonia Camp, is designed for people who want to be in touch with nature, inside the lanscape. We are only 15 mins from Torres del Paine, and we offer excellent explorations with high level of service. I am sure that clients will talk about us, when they return back to home.

Patagonia Camp has 18 double yurt overlooking the Paine Massif, can sleep 36 adults. We also have available an extra bed for families come with children up to 10 years.

Mariana Ramirez General Manager in Patagonia Camp

What about meals?

Sure, we have a restaurant. You can enjoy all the local cuisine with a gourmet touch, crab, salmon, lamb or toothfish are dishes that will delight your senses. We also have our house wine, the award-winning organic vineyard Matetic Valley vineyard del Rosario, in central Chile. The friendliness of our staff will make you feel at home.

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Patagonia Camp; Location LAT 51°16´56.62”S LONG 72°50´31.87”O Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of enormous Lake Toro and facing the Paine Massif, at kilometer 74 of the new road connecting Puerto Natales with National Park Torres del Paine. The Camp is only 15 km from the Park’s administration center and close to the the main attractions that have made Torres del Paine world famous.

How to reach Patagonia Camp?

Patagonia Camp can be reached from Punta Arenas via Puerto Natales or from Calafate in Argentina by crossing the border at Cerro Castillo. It is important to note that the last gasoline station is in Puerto Natales (74 km from Patagonia Camp) in Chile and in Esperanza town in Argentina (approximately 180 km from Patagonia Camp).

Editor Note

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My place in the World Llao Llao, Hotel & Resort, Golf and Spa. Like staying in Paradise Everybody has a “Place in the World”.

I have many. I love to walk Paris for example, or visit New York and enjoy the incredible offer you can find there. I would like to stay in Prague for a time, or enjoy culture and life of Barcelona anytime. But, if you give me only one option, I would like to choose Patagonia. And in Patagonia, I specially love the lakes area. I do not know why exactly. I really love these incredible lanscapes with mountains and lakes, green forests during summer and snowcapped peaks during winter. Or the red color during the autumn, it´s unique. But Bariloche offers also, excellent services. Yo cannot go to Bariloche and do not stop in La Familia Weiss Restaurant for a lunch or dinner. They offer a unique local gastronomy you only can find there. It´s great. Or take a moment to go to Mamuschka to taste the exquisite chocolate elaborated with excellence. Both places are part of my rutine when I visit the area. But what I want to talk you about is Llao Llao. A warm mountain deluxe hotel located only 27 km from Bariloche.

You access along a wonderful scenery route between Nahuel Huapi Lake and the mountains. It´s complete name is Llao Llao Hotel, Resort, Golf & Spa.

October 26, 1939 a fire destroyed the building completely, but it was reopened on December 15, 1940.

Since then, members of the aristocracy, officials, diplomats and famous guests have stayed at the hotel. Although it closed in 1978 for a period of 15 years, the spirit of the hotel remained intact.

The Hotel opened its doors to the public again in 1993 under the name of Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Golf-Spa. In December 2007, the Lago Moreno wing was opened (Llao Llao Deluxe Suites – Moreno Lake Wing) built on a strategic site overlooking stunning views of Moreno Lake and Mount Tronador.

The place is wonderful, it is a Pardise itself. The hotel offers a wonderful service, and you wil take note of this just on arrival. People is ready to give you a wonderful experience during your stay. Gastronomy is exquisite. I cannot remember a better breakfast, really not. The Spa is great, you can stay in a wonderful heated swimming pool, inside or outside, but inmersed in the wonderful landscape surronded the hotel, with magnificent overviews of the garden and the Moreno Lake and its mountains.

Believe me, it is really unique. If you love golf, you have an incredible golf The Architect Alejandro Bustillo course too. I already told you about chose the Puerto Pañuelo area to the lanscape right? build the Hotel as in addition to its magnificence and beautiful scen- So, for all that things, for many othery, it had a port. Built with cypress ers I cannot explain, I am sure that logs and larch tile roofing in the Ca- Bariloche, the Lakes Area, and Llao nadian home style, it was opened Llao Hotel, Resort, Golf and Spa is my to the public on January 9, 1938. On place in the world. A paradise itself.

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Expedition to Cape Horn Australis is a great expedition cruise in Southern Patagonia. Visit Cape Horn, from Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world Australis is a vacation cruise company specialized in navigating through the southernmost Chilean-Argentinan Patagonian channels, exploring the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle Channel in 3, 4, and 7-night programs. This company sail various different routes between the southern cities of Punta Arenas and Ushuaia. With trips running from September to April each year onboard the Via Australis or Stella Australis, in our 23 years of operation more than 100,000 travelers from all over the world have been able to visit one of the most beautiful and unspoilt regions of the world such as Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego.

FROM USHUAIA TO PUNTA ARENAS, VIA CAPE HORN Australis will take you on an amazing journey to the “uttermost end of the earth”. On the Ushuaia – Punta Arenas route, you will enjoy the splendor and beauty of unique natural scenery and wildlife. You will travel on one of the industry’s most comfortable ships designed to make your trip as pleasant and remarkable as possible through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel. Our expedition cruises give you the chance to experience authentic adventure travel.

Take a journey to Cape Horn and view the same incredible beauty that Charles Darwin enjoyed centuries ago or capture footage of marine life during your journey. The possibilities are endless. Experience wildlife and nature like you

never have before with Patagonian travel.

First day starts with Check in between 10:00 and 16:00 and then continue with a welcoming cocktail reception hosted by the Captain and his crew, the cruise will depart for one of the remotest parts of the planet. Our voyage will take us through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel to explore one of the most breathtaking wilderness regions in the world: Southern Patagonia, which includes the Tierra del Fuego archipelago.

During the second day, we will be sailing through Murray Channel and Nassau Bay to reach Cape Horn National Park, where, weather permitting, we shall go ashore. The legendary Cape Horn was discovered in 1616 and is a sheer 425-meter (1,394-foot) high rocky promontory. For many years it was an important navigation route between the Pacific and the Atlantic, and is referred to as the ‘End of the Earth’. The park was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2005.In the afternoon, we will go ashore at historic Wulaia Bay, originally the site of one of the region’s largest Yamana aboriginal settlements. Charles Darwin landed there in 1833 during his voyage on the HMS Beagle.

This area is also renowned for the mesmerizing beauty of its vegetation and geography. We will take an enchanted walk through the Magellan Forest of lengas, coigües, canelos, ferns, and other endemic vegetation, to reach a panoramic viewpoint.

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During our third day, we will be sailing through Brecknock, Ocasión, Cockburn, and Magdalena Channels to enter the spectacular De Agostini Sound, in the heart of the Darwin Mountain Range.

This is where we shall see glaciers sliding down the mountainside all the way to the sea.In the afternoon, in wellequipped Zodiac boats, we will travel to the Águila Glacier where we will embark upon an easy walk to its base. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of Patagonia’s cold rainforest and to see how the power of nature has moulded the spectacular landscape.

Finally, our fourth day. We will start early in the morning, weather permitting, we will go ashore on Magdalena Island, located in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. The island used to be an essential source of supplies for navigators and explorers and is inhabited by an immense colony of Magellan Penguins that we will be able to see during our walk to the lighthouse. In September and April, this excursion is replaced by a ride aboard Zodiacs to Marta Island to observe South American Sea Lions.

Finally, disembarkation at Punta Arenas is scheduled for 11:30.

During the cruise, there will be interesting and informative presentations on the wildlife, geography and history of this legendary region. Given by the Australis Expedition Group, these talks will take place both on board with audio-visual support, and on land.

Australis also offers cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia (4-night cruises), and round trip cruises from Ushuaia to Ushuaia and Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas. If you prefer a 7-night cruises, it´s also possible, so check with your travel agent because the company offers many options to sail southern Patagonia.

Australis recently announced the launch of two themed Patagonia cruises in January 2015, focusing on the voyage of the HMS Beagle.Renowned experts will be on board to highlight Darwin’s landing points and his scientific discoveries. Two centuries after his birth, Darwin continues to surprise the world with his theories on natural selection, his detailed observations and interpretations. Charles Darwin left the world his amazing legacy after sailing through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, and you can trace his steps. Visit Patagonia and explore the old stomping grounds of world famous scientist Charles Darwin.

Australis: Expedition to Cape Horn

“Our objective is for Australis passengers to have an unforgettable experience, exceptional contact with nature, and friendly service onboard.”

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Arrive to Machu Picchu in a

Luxury Train The Belmond Hiram Bingham, a luxury way to arrive to Machu Picchu. From Cusco, to Machu Picchu, discover the land of the Incas on an inspiring journey. brunch and a gastronomic dinner, specially BRUNCH Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and freshly created by our onboard chef. squeezed orange juice as the train starts its ascent towards Machu Picchu.

BAR CAR The bar car is the perfect place to enjoy a Begin with a traditional Peruvian appetizcocktail accompanied by live Peruvian er, before moving on to a delicious main music.

Named after the explorer who rediscovcourse followed by dessert and coffee. ered the Inca citadel, the train has two dining cars, an observation/bar car and a On the way to Machu Picchu, our bartender will show you how to make a traditional Brunch is accompanied by a selection of kitchen car. It can carry up to 84 passengers.

Pisco Sour. Take the recipe home and im- Peruvian wines. press family and friends.

THE CARRIAGES DINNER Feast on a four-course, Andean-inspired OBSERVATION CAR Decorated in the style of 1920s Pullman carriages, each has been furnished in pol- The observation car is furnished with large menu as you depart from the site of Machu Picchu and head towards Poroy. ished wood and brass with large comfort- cushioned seats, making it the perfect place to sit, relax and watch the Peruvian able armchairs.

Treat yourself to a Pisco Sour in the bar carlandscape unfold. riage before you are ushered to your seat DINING CARS As you board, the tables are exquisitely set DINING to enjoy a host of Peruvian delights with gleaming crystal and polished cutlery. Dine in style as you trundle through the spectacular Peruvian countryside.

Our maÎtre d’ will invite you to enjoy THE TRAIN For many, a trip to Machu Picchu is a once in a lifetime experience. The Belmond Hiram Bingham assures a magical journey, never to be forgotten.

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Antarctica

A trip to the incredible

Antarctica OceanWide Expeditions offers a wonderful expedition to the White Continent, to enjoy the unique Emperor Penguin and the Weddell Sea.

THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA The Antarctic Peninsula is part of the Antarctic Continent and is the southern continuation of the mountain chain that runs from North America through South America into the Scotia Sea. Here it continues as a mainly sub-marine ridge, the Scotia Ridge, until it comes above sea-level at the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. The peninsula consists of an 800 kilometres (500 mile) long mountain chain, the highest peaks rising to approximately 2,800 metres (9,186 feet), and numerous off-lying islands. The Peninsula offers the most dramatic scenery and biggest variety of wildlife in Antarctica. Visitors are easily overcome by sensory overload by the huge amount of ice-bergs.

EMPERORS PENGUIN COLONY AND WEDELL SEA Only a couple of years ago an Emperor Penguin colony was discovered just south of

rendezvoused at Hope Bay where they were picked up by the Argentine Navy. All but one survived. Evidence of this remarkable expedition can still be seen. The Antarctic Sound is named after the expedition ship of Otto Nordenskiöld. The sound that separates the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula from Dundee Island is also named “ice-berg Alley”, because of the huge ice-bergs that are often seen The Weddell Sea was discovered in 1823 by here. Snowhill Island, located east of the the British sealer James Weddell. It was in this sea that Shackleton’s ship, the Endurance Antarctic Peninsula. It is almost completely got trapped and was crushed by ice in 1915. snow-capped, hence its name. In 1902 the After 15 months on the pack-ice Shackleton Swedish Antarctic Expedition under Otto and his men managed to reach Elephant Nordenskiöld built a cabin on the island. Nordenskiöld and three members of the expediIsland and finally safely returned. Otto Nortion had to spent two winters here, the first denskiöld was the leader of the 1901-1904 planned, the second not planned.

Swedish Antarctic Expedition. It was in the Weddell Sea where Nordenskiöld’s team of four men wintered at Snow Hill Island. The relieve ship became beset in ice and was finally crushed. The crew managed to reach Paulet Island where they wintered in a primitive hut. Nordenskiöld and the others finally Snowhill Island in the Weddell Sea. As the Weddell Sea is often clogged with heavy pack-ice we use our strongest ice-class vessel, mv Ortelius to reach this colony. The ship is equipped with helicopters which is a great advantage and can support us in our goal to reach this Emperor Penguin colony.

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TIncredible magnificence of the Amazon Jungle, with service and comfort in Anavilhanas Lodge.

Anavilhanas Lodge

Comfortable Amazonas Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is a cozy and exclusive jungle hotel located in front of Parque Nacional de Anavilhanas (Anavilhanas National Park), in the margins of Rio Negro (Negro River), 180km from Manaus, in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon.

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The Anavilhanas National Park is a brazilian pres- minibar, private safe, hair dryer and hot shower. ervation unity located in the state of Amazonas There is also a hammock in the balcony to admire and covering the territory of Iranduba, Manaus the view. Single, double or triple rooms. and Novo Airão.

The queen size bed is 198cm long and 176cm Comprising about 400 islands, the park is situat- wide. Single beds are 198cm long and 88cm wide. ed in Rio Negro, next to Parque Nacional do Jaú. The extra bed is 188cm long and 88cm wide.

With a 350 018ha preserved area, it was first created as an ecological station. From october 2008 All bungalows are equipped with air conditionon, Parque Nacional de Anavilhanas was recat- ing, ceiling fan, minibar, private safe, hair dryer, egorized as a National Park. Today, the park is hot shower and a 32’’ LCD TV with SKY HD chanmanaged by Instituto Chico Mendes de Conser- nels. There are also two comfortable hammocks vação da Biodiversidade (ICMBio). Currently, in in the balcony where you can admire the view accordance with the tourist trade in the region, over the forest. Single, double or triple rooms. visitation must have an educational character. The king size bed is 203cm long and 193cm wide.

Single beds are 203cm long x 110cm wide. Extra The hotel has 16 Standard Cottages and 4 Superi- beds are 188cm long x 88cm wide. or Bungalows with a stunning surrounding view SUSTAINABILITY over the forest.

Anavilhanas team is mostly made up of local All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, people. We have a Permanent Preservation Areas

LOCATION Anavilhanas Lodge is located 2h30 from Manaus, surrounded by Rio Negro, Igarapés do Pato and Igarapés do Monteiro. The hotel is in front of Arquipélago de Anavilhanas (Anavilhanas Archipelago), a national park with more than 400 pristine islands. The dark waters of the river, with pH between 4,3 and 5,2, inhibit the proliferation of insects.

strictly respected.

Private sewage treatment facility. No waste is disposed in the waters.

All staff is trained not to interfere in the wildlife.

Most important is that we are local community true partners, supporting social projects, professional formation and educational programs in association with Fundação Almerinda Malaquias NGO No doubt, if you want to enjoy Amazonas, but with all services you can find in a deluxe hotel, Anavilhanas Lodge is your best option.

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