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Saddle up for an unforgettable horseback journey through the wild heart of Patagonia. Led by expert local guides, you'll ride along rugged, time-honored trails, far from the beaten path. Traverse remote summer pasturelands, explore old gaucho huts, and wind your way past a series of pristine lagoons. Immerse yourself in the spirit of gaucho life and experience the raw, untamed beauty of Patagonia like a true adventurer.
Puerto Guadal, Aysén Region, Patagonia, Chile 
3 Days 
6 guests max. 
December - April 
$ 920 USD per person (min 2 pax) Venture beyond the known trail on our latest discovery — a wild extension of the legendary Palo Blanco route. After exploring the ancient fossil beds, the journey unfolds across sweeping grasslands, hidden valleys, and glacial lagoons, leading you to the very source of the Maqui River. Here, we camp in a place that feels untouched by time: cradled between two turquoise lagoons, beneath the towering Lindero Magallanes mountain, and on the edge of enchanted forests where tales of duendes still linger in the wind. In the distance, the northern ice fields shimmer like a frozen ocean. The adventure ends with a descent on horseback through dense lenga forests, tracing the river’s path as it winds its way down through the wilderness.
Start and end: ~7km from Puerto Guadal “centro Erratica”
Number of days: 3 days
Total distance: ~50 km aprox.
What to Expect: Prepare for a multi-day horseback journey deep into Patagonia’s untouched wilderness. Each day brings new terrain and new challenges, from high-altitude pastures to dense lenga forests. Camp beside twin turquoise lagoons, beneath the towering Lindero Magallanes, windy open grasslands and panaromic views, certain boggy sections, a little bushwacking through lenga forests.
Route variation: For those seeking an even greater adventure, it's possible to extend your journey with an additional night and a guided ascent of the iconic Lindero Magallanes mountain. If you're interested in this option, please let us know when you get in touch—this experience requires advance planning and good weather conditions.
Preparation & Recommendation
Welcome & Preparation: Meet your guides, receive a full briefing, and get acquainted with your horse and gear.
Ride to Palo Blanco Camp (Approx. 4 hours): Begin your journey on horseback, following scenic trails through the gauchos ranches toward the remote Palo Blanco base camp.
Trek to the Fossil Beds (Approx. 2.5 hours on foot): In the afternoon, hike to a nearby paleontological site where ancient mammal fossils rest undisturbed—an awe-inspiring step back in time.
Overnight at Palo Blanco Camp.
Ride to Laguna El Maqui Camp (Approx. 5 hours): Continue your expedition through open grasslands and valleys, passing a striking marine fossil site before ascending toward the glacial basin of El Maqui.
Explore the Maqui Twin Lagoons: Upon arrival, take time to wander, photograph, or simply sit in silence beside these crystal-clear turquoise waters, framed by dramatic peaks and ancient lenga forests.
Overnight at Laguna El Maqui Camp.
Ride Back to Centro Errática (Approx. 4.5 hours): Begin your descent, retracing your path through lenga forests, river crossings, and open pastures back to base.
Expedition Concludes: Return to Centro Errática in the afternoon, marking the end of your journey through one of Patagonia’s most remote and soul-stirring regions.
USD 920 per person
CLP 875,000 per person
Minimum 2 participants & maximum 6 participants. (Ask for the family rate)
All meals during the expedition
Bilingual local guides (Spanish/English)
Well-trained horses suited for mountain terrain
Horseback riding gear (saddles, saddle bags, helmets, etc.)
Tent and sleeping bag (bring your own or inquire about rental options)
Personal travel and safety insurance
Transportation to/from Centro Errática (can be arranged upon request)
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