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Full day – Patagonia National Park

Patagonia National Park – A Living Example of Rewilding Done Right

Patagonia National Park stands as one of Chile’s most visionary and successful ecological restoration projects. Once home to one of the country’s largest livestock ranches, this vast landscape was reimagined through the pioneering efforts of Tompkins Conservation and later donated to the Chilean state. Today, it is recognized globally as a leading model for rewilding and large-scale conservation.

The park has been transformed into a thriving sanctuary for iconic Patagonian wildlife, including pumas, guanacos, Andean condors, and the endangered Huemul — Chile’s elusive national symbol. Visitors can explore a rich mosaic of steppe, wetlands, and lenga forests, supported by well-designed trail networks, interpretive centers, and active rewilding initiatives that bring this remarkable transformation to life.

Cochrane, Aysén Region, Patagonia, Chile

Chile Chico, Aysén Region, Patagonia, Chile

8 hours

September - April

varies based on the package

General Plan

Explore Patagonia National Park – Your Way

Start and end in Puerto Guadal with a full-day adventure in Patagonia National Park. Choose your sector: Chacabuco Valley with wildlife and trails, or Jeinimeni with lunar landscapes and Tehuelche cave art.

Your experience is flexible: you can have transport, a packed lunch, and a local guide arranged for you, or explore independently with your own vehicle. Shape your day to match your style and pace while discovering Patagonia’s wild beauty.

Chacabuco Valley – The Heart of Patagonia National Park

Located approximately a 2 hour scenic drive from Puerto Guadal, Chacabuco Valley is the main gateway to the park and the perfect place to experience its vision of restoration and wild beauty. The journey itself is part of the adventure, taking you through remote Patagonian landscapes and along one of the region’s most striking natural sights—the confluence of the Baker River and Neff River, where two vividly different colors merge dramatically.

Once in Chacabuco Valley, there’s plenty to explore:

Museum & Interpretive Center
Start your visit at the park’s beautifully designed museum, where you can learn about the transformation from sheep ranching to rewilding, local ecosystems, and conservation efforts led by Tompkins Conservation.

Café & Visitor Area
Relax and take in the scenery at the on-site café—an ideal spot to enjoy a coffee or light meal while surrounded by open steppe and roaming wildlife.

Top Treks & Trails

Lagunas Altas Trek
One of the most iconic hikes in the park, offering panoramic views of lakes, valleys, and abundant wildlife. Expect guanacos, birdlife, and possibly even pumas from afar.
Cañadón Chacabuco Trek
A scenic trail that winds through the heart of the valley, showcasing the scale of the landscape and its recovering ecosystems.
Vega Trail
A gentler, shorter walk through wetlands and grasslands—perfect for observing birdlife and appreciating the subtle beauty of Patagonia’s steppe environment.

Chacabuco Valley combines accessibility with raw wilderness, making it an essential stop for anyone wanting to truly understand and experience the spirit of Patagonia.

Jeinimeni Sector – Patagonia’s Lunar Frontier

The Jeinimeni sector of Patagonia National Park offers a completely different experience from Chacabuco Valley—wilder, more remote, and strikingly otherworldly. Located about 2 hours by car from Puerto Guadal, the journey itself is an unforgettable part of the adventure.

Along the way, you’ll pass through the dramatic Las Llaves section—a narrow, cliff-lined stretch of road carved into rugged rock formations. This part of the drive feels raw and untamed, with steep drops and towering cliffs that set the tone for what lies ahead.

A recommended stop en route is Chile Chico, often called the “town of wind and sun.” With its unique microclimate, colorful streets, and views over General Carrera Lake, it offers a pleasant contrast before heading deeper into the wild.

A Landscape Unlike Any Other

While Chacabuco Valley is defined by open steppe, wetlands, and gentle rolling terrain, Jeinimeni feels like stepping onto another planet. The landscape here is shaped by volcanic forces and time—featuring jagged rock formations, vast barren expanses, and a surreal, lunar-like terrain with almost no vegetation in places.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Jeinimeni is its cultural history. Hidden among the rocks are ancient caves adorned with Tehuelche hand paintings, offering a powerful connection to the region’s earliest inhabitants. These artworks, preserved for centuries, add a human story to an already extraordinary natural setting.

Jeinimeni is for those seeking something truly different—an experience that combines geology, history, and raw Patagonian wilderness in its most untouched form.

Budget

Full Day Guide

$130.000 clp Per Group

Box Lunch

$15.000 clp Per Person

Transport

$150.000
Transfer between Puerto Guadal and Patagonia National Park

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