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HomeHalf-Day Kayaking Trip On Las Vueltas River In El Chalten
Description
The Río de las Vueltas is born in the Lago del Desierto and, and it descends towards the Viedma lake, making numerous curves through lenga forests and vertical walls. It is one of the most important rivers in the area. From our privileged position in the kayak and for more than 10 kilometres, we can enjoy the best views of the Fitz Roy and its satellite needles, with an entirely different perspective. Enjoy this unique and unforgettable experience with us.
Highlights
- Kayaking Adventure
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- 10:30 am - Presentation at the office and transfer to Laguna Condor Mountain Refuge (20 km).
- Upon arrival, the guide will give us a briefing about the activity. At the same time, he will help us with equipment testing, fitting the appropriate clothing and safety elements (neoprene suits, boots, and gloves, life jacket and helmet). We will also do some practices and techniques before approaching the river.
- Begin the descent by doing rowing practices in the Laguna Cóndor, and our guide will help us with any questions or queries we have. We will continue a unique and fun descent, where we will achieve unparalleled views of the Fitz Roy massif.
- Upon arrival in Bonanza, use the changing rooms to put on dry clothes that the transport will have taken to the place. After enjoying a snack, we will go to the office.
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What's Included
Transportation from El Chaltén to Refugio Laguna Cóndor
Enabled kayak guide
Technical equipment for the activity (kayak and paddles)
Individual safety equipment (helmet and life jacket)
Gardener (Long John), jacket and neoprene stockings
Radio communication with El Chaltén
Transportation from Bonanza to El Chaltén
What's Excluded
Box lunch
All the services that are not specified in this program
What to bring
A backpack of 20 litres capacity, to leave your clothes during the activity
Extra clothes for a change
Extra footwear for use with neoprene socks
Coat
One pair of gloves
Glacier sunglasses with UV filter for high solar radiation
One sun cap
Sunscreen cream (SPF 50)
Lipstick with sunscreen (SPF 50)
Hygiene items
Towel
Photographic camera
Know before you go
- Kayaking time: 1:30 hrs.
- Distance: 10 km
- Meals: Snack
- Accommodation: Not included
Meeting Point
El Chaltén, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Per Person | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 95 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |