24 D i c i e m b r e 2018 - 4 E n e r o 2019

Introducing the Chilean Patagonia

Auquinco means “agua que resuena” - “ the echoing water” in Mapuche. It is the water calling you. It is a primitive call, a rough sound, a peaceful prayer.

Auquinco is a river lovers’ team who decided to respond to the river’s call. Auquinco organizes kayak, rafting, horse riding and trekking trips to make the fascinating Patagonian rivers and landscapes accessible to water addicts of all levels; a trip to discover the Chilean soul, that will bring you to the most remote and wild landscapes, to crystal clear rivers and water dancing on the slippery stones; a trip which will bring you in touch with your elementary essence.

The trip will let you discover the uncontaminated Northern Patagonia, little known by tourists, where you will be able to hear the Earth’s heart beating. In Patagonia humans and Nature are following the same rhythm in complete harmony, composing a melody echoing since centuries in those intact places.

Eating around a wood fire, descending the rivers following the stream, horse riding on ancient paths, breathing and living the simple wild life: this is Auquinco.

the map

Rio Pale

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Rio Tigre

Rio Fu

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Rio Frio

puerto montt

chaiten

palenael malito el salto

el tranquilo

la juntapuertobonito

Puerto Raul Marin Balmaceda

confluenca

puente rio palena

puerto varas

Futaleufù

Trekking to El Salto Tronador (waterfall)

Floating on Palena River from Balseo el Malito till Ivan Delgado

Floating on Palena river from the farm till sector El Tranquilo

Floating on Palena River from sector el Tranquilo till Confluencia

lunch (pick nick) along the way

lunch (pick nick) along the river

lunch (pick nick) along the river

• 10 a.m. staff presentation

• 4,30 p.m. return to Palena

• Traditional Christmas Dinner / Cassuela

• 4,30 p.m. arrival

• 4,30 p.m. arrival

• 3,30 p.m. arrival late lunch/snack

• camp and tend set up

• camp and tend set up

• transfer back to Palena

• dinner around the fire

• dinner around the fire

• dinner in Palena

• 10 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer

• 10 a.m. equipment distribution

• 9 a.m. equipment distribution

• Balseo el Malito _ Ivan Delgado’s farm [ 5h ]

• Ivan Delgado’s farm _ Playa Familia Reyes [ 5h ]

• Playa Familia Reyes _ Confluencia rio Frio [ 5h ]

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DECEMBER 27.

• Trekking to El Salto waterfall [ 4h]

Trekking in Valle en Tranquilo

Trekking in sector el Azul

lunch at Mario’s farm

• 10 a.m. Farm visit, learn to make cheese

• 4,30 p.m. return to Palena

• Traditional Lamb Dinner “Cordero” for new years Eve

• Overnight at Don Arturo’s B&B

• Dinner and overnight in Palena

• Dinner and overnight in Palena

• 10 a.m. transfer to Valle California

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DECEMBER 31.

DECEMBER 28.Craftsmanship in Palena

• Trekking in el Tranquilo [4h]

• Trekking till Don Arturo’s farm [ 4h ]

Horse back riding in Valle el Tranquilo

lunch (pick nick) along the way

lunch (pick nick) along the way

• 10 a.m. transfer to El Tranquilo

carpenter vegetable garden leather workshop

DECEMBER 29.

• Horse back riding in el Tranquilo [ 4h ]

• Visit traditional wool craft making

• camp and tend set up

• free afternoon

• dinner around the fire

•Visit to the different craftsmen

Free Day in Palena

Trekking back to Palena

Rafting on the Futaleufù river (class V)

• 4,00 p.m. Goodby dinner en Palena

• late brunch at Don Arturo’s farm

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JANUARY 4.Transfer back to Palena

• 2 p.m. Trekking back to Palena [ 4h ]

• Dinner and overnight in Palena

• Dinner and overnight in Palena

• Distribution of list of the different activities in Palena

• Lunch box to take away

• Lunch box to take away

• 8,30 a.m. equipment distribution and transfer

• 13 a.m. transfer back to Palena

• Free morning in Futaleufù

• Dinner and overnight in Futaleufù

• Rafting on the Futaleufù river: section Puente a Puente

lunch (pick nick) along the river

what we provide

costs

• All the transfers by van to and from Palena

• River equipment: raft + paddle + collective radio or sat phone + dry bag collective FA kit + safety equipment

Prices valid from 1st of May 2018 to 31st of March 2019

• 1350 € per person / 1.000.000 CLP

The trip will take place with a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 12. Custom-made dates can be arranged with a group of minimum 6 participants.

• Photo: Digital documentation of all the activities

• Horses and horse riding equipment

• Camping equipement if necessary.

• River Guides + Local Guides

What’s NOT included :

- Flights to and from Puerto Montt / Santiago- Personal insurance- Personal equipment NOT mentioned above- All other services NOT mentioned in the program- Tips

• Meals during all the days of activities:

Breakfast Lunch Box / Traditional Lunches (as program) Dinners [ please inform us about allergies or if you are vegetarian / vegan ]

skills / experience required:

dates / periods:

what to pack

- shoes that can become wet- swim suit- sun blocker (the sun is very strong!)- heavyweight thermal underwear - water bottle- towel

- hiking shoes- 1 rain pants- 2 long leg thermal underwear- 2 long sleeves thermal T Shirts- 1 fleece/polar jacket- 1 rain jacket- gloves – underwear / socks / towel / t-shirts ...- sun glasses- warm wool or thermal beanie (Patagonian summers aren’t always hot!)

for the RIVER

for OUTDOOR

• to be able to swim• to be physically fit• please inform us about allergies and medical problems• to be not afraid of water• to be not afraid of horses

24th December 2018 - 4th January 2019(it is suggested to arrive on the 23rd night)

Spanish / Italian / English Italian / English / French / German/ Spanish

Rafting Guide / Fly Fishing GuideKayak Instructor / Patagonia Expert

Rafting - Hydrospeed Guide / Kayaker / River Lover / Photographer

Jorge Vicky

the staff

contact usfore more info and reservations:

info@auquincopatagonia.com+39 3389209157

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www.auquincopatagonia.comwww.auquinco-patagonia-turismo.com

how to get to Palena

International Flights from Europe to: Santiago de Chile - Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

THROUGH SANTIAGO / PUERTO MONTT / CHAITEN:

Domestic Flight from Santiago to: Puerto Montt

Duration: 2 hoursCost: between 100 € and 200 €.Companies: Lan Airlines - Sky Arilines

Buses from Santiago Airport to Santiago Terminal Alameda (45 min)fromSantiago Terminal Alameda / Estacion Universidad de Santiago to Puerto Montt (aprox. 12h)

Duration: 12 hoursCompanies: Tur BusCost: between 20 € and 40 €

Buses / Pick upfrom Chaiten to Palena

Duration: 2’ hours

Ferry from Puerto Montt to Chaiten (45 min)fromSantiago Terminal Alameda / Estacion Universidad de Santiago to Puerto Montt (aprox. 12h)

Duration: 12 hoursCompanies: Tur BusCost: between 20 € and 40 €

Alitalia:direct flight from Rome

British Airwaysdirect flight from Madrid

Latam AirlinesFlights via San Paolo from Milan / Rome / Madrid

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how to get to Palena

International Flights from Europe to: Buenos Aires - Ministro Pistarini International Airport.

THROUGH BUENOS AIRES / ESQUEL

Domestic Flight from Buenos Aires - Jorge Newberry Airport to: Esquel

Duration: 2’ 30 hoursCost: between 150 € and 300 €.Companies: Aereolina Argentinas

Buses / Pick upfrom Esquel to Palena

Duration: 2’ 30 hours

*According from where most participants will arrive, we will help you to arrange the pick you up in Esquiel or in Chaiten.

Airfrance /Delta / British Airways / Latam Airlinesfrom Milan / Rome / Madrid

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in collaboration with:

Patagonia Turismo

To’ Tà Photography

Jackson Kayaks

Watershed Dry Bags