Last Hope Full Experience - Fjord to Highlands Adventure

Puerto Natales

EP
Estancias Patagonia
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35 reviews
Duration: 4 days
Group size: 1 - 8
Last Hope Full Experience - Fjord to Highlands Adventure
Puerto Natales

Estancias Patagonia
  • Email address verified
35 reviews

Duration: 4 days
Group size: 1 - 8

About this trip

 4 to 6 days of adventure exploring the most remote corners of the Last Hope province, Usually known for Torres del Paine National Park, the small town of Puerto Natales and the province of Ultima Esperanza have much more to offer.

We start in town with a trip to Estancia La Peninsula, located at the shores of the Last Hope Fjord you get the chance to visit this incredible landscape in one of the last operating estancias of the Antonio Varas Peninsula. The evergreen forests and cliffs that fall to the fjord make this estancia one of the few places where tourists can experience the Patagonian fjords and the culture that forged a life in these places. 


After time at La Peninsula, we will head back to the mainland and head north, towards a completely different place, Sierra Baguales or as we like to call them, the Patagonian Highlands. High above the sea, this treeless landscape has been used as our family summer pastures for decades. On our drive there we can drive through the Torres del Paine National Park being able to see all the highlights of this wonderful landmark, just to head up norht and escape the crowds in one of the most remote locations, Baguales Glamping where we will be sleeping in our luxury domes with central heating, hot water and fully functional toilets in the middle of the mountains.

We will thoroughly explore different areas by the chosen means, all of this adventures are in private with your guide and assisting staff, you will be exposed with the diferrent opportunities that you have according to the place, the weather and your own capabilities and wishes so in terms of activities it is a very flexible program when talking about included activities (hiking, & horseback riding). Other activities such as fishing or 4x4 exploration are possible in both locations and can be organized through excellent local third-party providers but this will need a confirmation in advance.

General Itinerary - Base Program

Day 1 - Start from Puerto Natales at 9.00 AM,  head to Estancia La Peninsula and enjoy your guided activities for the day - Sleep at Barrosa Cabin.


Day 2 - Morning activities out of La Barrosa and arrive for lunch at the Estancia. Enjoy a whole demonstrations of sheepdogs and shearing, learn the ins and abouts of sheep farming in Patagonia. Take the boat back to mainland and head to Estancia Baguales. Arrive at Baguales Glamping around 6 to 7 PM just in time for dinner and a good nights rest. 


Day 3 - Day of activities at Baguales, explore the beautiful valleys of one of the most remote places in Patagonia. Discover the secrets that million of years of fossils can show to us.

Day 4 - Morning of activities of your choosing, grab a lunch as a last meal and head back to Puerto Natales or Torres del Paine National park. 

Itinerary Add-ons

Extra day at Barrosa - One whole day and one more night at La Barrosa cabin will give you the chance to explore the are further, taste a sample of our coastal pioneer trail to the waterfalls and Fjord lookout, ride fruther and improve your riding skils, take an extra fjord anvigation tour (highly weather dependant) or simply just relax and enjoy the incredible setting of La Barrosa cabin. ADDS ONE DAY TO ITINERARY.

Puerto Natales stay - For the transition between Estancia La Peninsula and Los Baguales instead of going up straight to baguales you could stay in Puerto Natales, enjoy the town and a nice dinner. Also this gives you the opportunity to go earlier up to Baguales the next day giving you more time to do activities there or do a whole day driving through Torres del Paine National Park and doing the best short hikes and lookouts here. ADDS ONE DAY TO ITINERARY.

Traverse Out of Los Baguales - Special add-on for horse riding lovers, people with more experience can on the last day traverse out of Estancia Los Baguales towards Las Chinas Valley for incredible sights of mountains, wild horses and end the trip with great plains for galloping. The car will pick you up there to drive straight to either Puerto Natales or Torres del Paine National park to finalize your trip. 

Bed Arrangements

 At Barrosa the cabin has two rooms each with a private bathroom and the following bed arrangements:

– 1 room with a double bed (which can also be separated into two twin beds)
– 1 room with twin beds and the possibility to add another bed as a bunk bed.
* It is possible to have both rooms with double beds, but we recommend you check with us before booking.

For larger groups, there can be tents set up by the house, being able to use the bathrooms and dining room makes everything easier, some of you still can use the rooms in the house. 


At Baguales Glamping we have availability for 8 people in 4 domes with beds that can be either twin or double. 

Food & Beverages

 As per your meals, we organize this adventures to have you excellent meals in the remotest places of Patagonia. We focus on simple meals with the best ingredients available out there. Breakfasts are hardy for a full day of activities, we include Juice, cereal/granola, yoghurt and milk, bread; eggs and bacon freshly cooked and selection of fruits amongst other things.

Usually after breakfast if we are doing a full day of activities and not coming back to camp we prepare a sandwich or tortilla station where each of you can prepare it according to your likes plus cereal bars, dried fruits, fruits, chocolates, and other healthy snacks to fill your pockets.

Our main meal is an early dinner where we usually set up a little appetizer station while the food is finishing up. Dinners are a special local meal with local ingredients and there is always tasty salads to go with them, there will always be some kind of dessert, simple, local treat to sweeten the palate and digestives available.

as for drinks we always have available beer, wine, gin&tonic, whisky, fernet and pisco. We do not offer soft drinks like coca cola, sprite and those kind of drinks, if you really want them in your trip you can request us to have your drink of preference. 


We always include local fish, typical seafood dishes and of course our local meats, you will have a few barbeques organized but we try to keep it balanced and not plan to have barbeque meat everyday, although that would be the most typical local diet :). If you do have a preference on meals please let us know and we can arrange. 

What’s included

  • All transportation
    To and from Puerto Natales, we will take care of your transportation either ground or maritime from beginning to end of your trip
  • All meals & Beverages
    As described above
  • Private activities
    Hiking, riding and 4x4 exploration are always included and are always on private basis with your own local guide
  • All lodging
    Simple, clean and elegant lodging in some of the most remote places of the Last Hope Province
  • Entrance fees
    Entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park and private land.

What’s not included

  • Add-on Activities
    Add-on activities that are available at places we are visiting are there to inform you they exist and can be organized but are not included in the price of this program
  • Insurance
    Personal health and/or travel insurance are not included in this program. We highly advise to get travel insurance for any last minute cancellations and a personal health insurance is required

Available Packages

Base Program - 4 Days

2 days at Peninsula + 2 nights at Baguales

$3,300

Available options

Extra Day at Barrosa - ADDS ONE DAY
$350

Highly recommended add-on, great time for resting the mind, do a great Fjord hike or improve your riding skills. 

Puerto Natales Stay - ADDS ONE DAY
$350

Makes a shorter Day 2 and you can get to know Puerto Natales. Also more time for adventure on Day 3. Fee does not include Hotel (variable)

Traverse Out of Baguales
$150

Great option for riders for an epic finish, car will pick you up at final destination and bring you back to Pto. Natales. 

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EP
Estancias Patagonia
35 reviews
Local tour operator for Estancia experiences. Full day tours and Multi Day Adventures specializing in Horseback Riding and custom made adventures in remote locations in Patagonia.

Reviews

A couple of days prior we did the 8x8 Dorotea Hills with Alejandro and it was great! He spoke about this other tour, but we were meant to fly home next day. Plot twist: we managed to change flights and extend our stay couple of days so we were able to do the Estancia trip. It was sooo worth it! The trip is complete: cool boat through the fiordes, horseriding and great food. It was the highlight of our time in Patagonia. Thank you Alejandro, Carlos and Donald for the amazing experience. And Carolina who managed to squeeze us last minute in the trip. ♡
By Maria Carolina P for Full Day Estancia La Peninsula on Nov 30, 2024
Fabulous day all around! The staff were very excellent at all communication through the booking process and leading up to our day. We loved the genuine experience on a beautiful property! The commentary, the people, the animals, and the food were all perfect. We had young kids with us and the horses were great with them. A very memorable day with our family and a wonderful part of our Patagonian experience!
By Roland D for Full Day Estancia La Peninsula on Nov 28, 2024
This tour was by far our favourite of our trip to Patagonia. Everything was amazing and the Patagonian lamb lunch was the best lamb we have ever eaten. The staff were great and the tour was seamlessly organised and to a high quality. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting a day at a Patagonian ranch that you will never forget!
By Nicole R for Full Day Estancia La Peninsula on Nov 27, 2024
This tour is worth a day in Puerto Natales. Our guide, Alejandro, was knowledgeable and showed us Patagonia from a different perspective.
By Melinda C for Full Day Estancia La Peninsula on Nov 21, 2024
Incredible experience! Two weeks later, I am still reminiscing about our stay at Estancia Patagonia. My family of four—my husband, our 8-year-old daughter, our 3-year-old son, and I—had an unbelievable trip filled with hiking to breathtaking waterfalls, exploring stunning fjords, horseback riding, and even hunting for fossils. We booked the 5-day Fjords and Highlands trip, and it was worth every moment. We were greeted by Ian at the bus station in Puerto Natales, who drove us to the dock for our boat ride to La Barrosa, the ranch house where we stayed for three days. Our accommodations at La Barrosa were nothing short of perfect, and I will forever dream of that ranch. Gauchos Tomas and Juan, were remarkable hosts who ensured that every aspect of our stay was perfect. Their passion for Patagonia was contagious, and we learned so much about the land and its people from them. They truly were the best ambassadors! The meals they prepared were nothing short of amazing, and the hikes they guided us on were absolutely beautiful. Horseback riding was the highlight of our trip, and Tomas and Juan's expertise made it a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, including our three-year-old. They provided a Patagonia-style saddle that allowed our son to ride with my husband comfortably on twice-daily rides and they provided appropriate challenges for our daughter, which helped her develop her riding skills. Their patience and care with our children made a lasting impression on us all. Estancia Patagonia offers two gorgeous locations for the Fjords and Highlands trip, each unique and providing opportunities to explore different landscapes and connect with nature. Watching herds of guanaco, participating in a sheep shearing and herding demonstration, and hunting for fossils at the Los Baguales ranch, were just some of the incredible activities we enjoyed. Ian and his team did a fantastic job ensuring that we had the best experience possible. Communication through email and WhatsApp was clear and timely, demonstrating their commitment to a first-class program. We have already contacted them about signing up for the 6-day horseback trip next year, and we can't wait to go back! If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in Patagonia, I highly recommend Estancia Patagonia!
By Catherine J for Fjord & Highlands Adventure on Nov 08, 2024
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