DAY 3 HORNOPIRÉN - PUMALIN PARK - CHAITÉN - FUTALEUFÚ 285 KMS. (35% OFF ROAD)

We will go to the Hornopirén pier and board the barge that will take us through the southern fjords for 5 hours until we reach  Caleta Gonzalo. This town marks the beginning of the Pumalín National Park, one of the most pristine parks in the country. After trekking through the park, we will continue along Route 7 to Villa Santa Lucia, where we will enjoy  70 kilometers of  dreamlike landscapes until we reach Futaleufú.

DAY 5 FUTALEUFÚ - RAÚL MARÍN BALMACEDA 214 KMS (65% OFF ROAD)

On day five, we leave Futaleufú and head west to take Route 7 until we reach the town of La Junta, which takes its name from the confluence of the Palena and Rosselot rivers. From there, we’ll go off road for 65 entertaining kilometers until we reach the barge that will help us cross the Palena River. We’ll arrive at Raúl Marín Balmaceda, an island of surprising beauty. Its sandy sediments form extensive beaches, which are home to an active wildlife population. We will then set sail for the Las Hermanas Islands, where you can observe all kinds of birds and marine mammals, including southern dolphins, orcas, blue whales, and sea lions.

DAY 7 COYHAIQUE - SIMPSON VALLEY - PUERTO RÍO TRANQUILO 233 KMS (50% OFF ROAD)

We say goodbye to Coyhaique to head south, but not before visiting the beautiful meadows of the Simpson Valley. Then, we will head through the Cerro Castillo National Park where we will appreciate the imposing massifs. And, if we’re lucky, we may be able to spot Huemules. 

After winding down the famous Cuesta del Diablo, we will arrive at Villa Cerro Castillo, a town that reminds us that we have only a few kilometers of pavement left. We will advance between mountains, bordering rivers and forests, until we see Lake General Carrera. Once we reach this point, you’ll know that our final destination,Puerto Río Tranquilo, is close at hand.

DAY 9 PUERTO RÍO TRANQUIL - CALETA TORTEL 238 KMS. (100% OFF ROAD)

A new day begins as  we  border the General Carrera Lake until we reach the impressive bridge of the same name. Then, we will advance between lakes and forests until we reach the confluence of the Neff and Baker rivers, the latter of which is the largest in the country. After a short walk, we will pass through Cochrane and then arrive at Caleta Tortel, one of the most picturesque towns in Chile. It features almost 8 km of walkways of Ciprés de las Guaitecas that go into the fjords next to the mouth of the Baker river, between the North and South Ice Fields

DAY 11 CALETA TORTEL - VILLA O'HIGGINS - PUERTO BAHAMONDES 158 KMS (100% OFF ROAD)

Make the most of your morning with a visit to the beautiful town of Caleta Tortel. Afterwards, we’ll return to Route 7 and travel between mountains, rivers, cliffs, and lush forests to arrive at Puerto Yungay. There, a barge will transport us to Río Bravo to continue our trip to Villa O'Higgins. Just kilometers away from this destination, you will find Bahía Bahamondes and a sign indicating you’ve reached the end of the Carretera Austral. We’ll commemorate the occasion with a photo and then head to Villa O’Higgins for a celebratory Patagonian barbecue dinner.

DAY 13 COCHRANE - PATAGONIA NATIONAL PARK - CHICO CHILE 178 KMS (100% OFF ROAD)

On this day, we’ll reach the Chacabuco Valley. There, we’ll be welcomed by a sign announcing the entrance to the Patagonia National Park. This park is home to hone of the highest levels of biodiversity in the Aysén region. Mountain ranges, dozens of lagoons, and spectacular lakes await you.

After you’ve taken in the views, we’ll return to Route 7 and travel north until we reach General Carrera Lake. Then, we’ll ride through the southeast end of the lake and tackle complex routes to reach Chile Chico.

DAY 15 COYHAIQUE - BALMACEDA AIRPORT

Even the best journeys must come to an end! We will pick you up from the hotel and transport you to the Balmaceda Airport for departure.