Follow the Maqui River toward its source on a three-day horseback journey along one of the most revealing edges in the landscape.

The Maqui Gateway is a window into how this landscape really works.

A 5-Day Citizen-Science Horseback Expedition

Follow an ancestral cattle-herding route on a five-day horseback expedition through rural landscapes where deep time, local heritage and conservation meet.

Inviting you to immerse yourself in the surroundings of Puerto Guadal

Fossils Plateau Traverse

Embark on a full-day journey—on horseback or on foot—toward the edge of the Fossils Plateau, a dramatic ridge that connects the remote backcountry of Puerto Guadal with the southern reaches of Patagonia National Park.

As you ascend, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of General Carrera Lake and the distant glow of the Northern Ice Fields, a landscape that feels both vast and timeless. But the real journey is through deep time: along the plateau, you’ll encounter fossil beds over 20 million years old, revealing ancient marine life and geological wonders embedded in the rock.

This route is the perfect full-day adventure for those seeking nature, history, and unmatched Patagonian scenery—all in one unforgettable experience.

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.