Carrera Lakes Wonders: Terra Luna Lodge

You will be met at Coyhaique airport and transferred through the Carretera Austral towards Puerto Guadal, visiting “Villa Cerro Castillo”, a wonderful plain dominated by the mountain that carries the same name, on the way.

Enjoy lunch in a traditional Patagonian restaurant before continuing to Puerto Tranquilo for a boat trip (weather permitting) to the “Marble Chapel”.

After the tour you will continue to Lodge Terra Luna, greeted by a welcome drink and a delicious dinner.

Today you will be able to select from a menu of included activities which will allow you to discover the magic of the area. 

Your adventure continues as you are given another day of leisure or choice of further activities included in your stay. 

Today you will say goodbye to the Terra Luna Lodge to return to Balmaceda Airport or Coyhaique. Please note it is possible to continue travelling south along the beautiful Carretera Austral, to Caleta Tortel and Villa O’Higgins.  Please talk to us regarding programs and cost.

Navigation to the lake cave. Visit to Carabinero Island from where we have a 360° perspective of Lake General Carrera.

Navigation to the Marble Cathedral crossing General Carrera Lake from Puerto Guadal. If time permits, visit the island of Puerto Sanchez.

Walk from the falls from Terra Luna to the beautiful River Maqui Waterfalls. The return can be by road, by boat, or on foot. Overall time can extend to up to 4 hours depending on method of return.

Los Maquis waterfall is one of the most relevant tourist attractions in Puerto Guadal. Not only because of its main waterfall of more than 30 meters, but there are also several waterfalls with pools and transparent waters with privileged views. Here we have a panoramic view of the northern ice fields and its majestic Cerro San Valentin, which is the highest and most difficult peak in Patagonia at 4,058 meters above sea level.

20 minute Vehicle transfer followed by a 1-2hr trek amidst native lenga forests covered in lichens. Enjoy a serene picnic among this beautiful forest. Panorama over the 2 highest mountains in Patagonia (San Lorenzo and San Valentin), as well as a privileged view of the General Carrera Lake.

Half day rafting on Baker River. Round trip transfer by vehicle with 2 hours of rafting. Marvellous photography opportunities await with fantastic panoramas all along its course.

La Escondida Mine: abandoned for almost 40 years, the mine formerly owned by the French mining company, “La Empresa Minera del Plomo” showcases the well-conserved old mining installations and machinery, used to extract lead, zinc and copper.

Laguna La Manga: a scenic area located near Puerto Guadal, known for its stunning lake sitting on the foreground of a picturesque landscape with the Andes Mountains in the background. Laguna La Manga is especially known for its clear waters and the beautiful reflections of the mountains on its surface.

Transfer by 4×4 to the Mapuche Glacier (approx. 1.5hr). Walk of approx. 2-3 hours through the immensity of the Leones valley to reach the Lake of the same name. We sail in Zodiac (40mn) until we reach the immense ice wall 30 meters high of the glacier. Los Leones Glacier is another prominent attraction near Puerto Guadal. It is part of the Northern Patagonian Ice Field, one of the largest ice fields in the Southern Hemisphere. It’s known for its stunning blue ice and impressive size, stretching across the rugged landscape of the Patagonian Andes. Return at night to Terra Luna.

Transfer by vehicle to visit Puerto Bertrand, the beautiful Baker River Falls and the town of Cochrane. We visit the Reserve Tamango National Park to see the Huemules (includes boat ride to the reserve and 40 minute trekking circuit through the trace that allows us to try to observe it in its natural state). Includes entrance to the National Park and picnic.

Unique Canopy experience in our “lunopy” with various games.

Navigation and exploration of the Carrera, Bertrand and Plomo lakes, with a visit to waterfalls and sandy beaches along the way.

Full day excursion to Puerto Tranquilo, Valle Exploradores, Marble Cathedral, etc… Vehicle transfer and boat. Lunch covered.

Ascnesion to the summit of Lindero Magallanes Mountain (1,700m). Incredible view over the highest peaks of Patagonia and about 5 lakes. Quite a demanding and difficult hike. Picnic included.

Enjoy 2 hours of fishing on the Baker River / Lake Bertrand by boat with motor or rowing. We will find rainbow trout and fario.

“Catch & Release” ONLY.

Includes basic fishing equipment.

A brief transfer by car to Laguna la Manga before you enjoy 2 hours of kayaking alongside beautiful nature.

Includes basic kayaking equipment.