4-day Kayaking Rio Baker
Detailed Itinerary
Collection at 0700 from your lodge in Cochrane (see hotel suggestions on summary page) and drive to Balseo Baker, a cable operated raft which will take us across the Baker River. Located about 9 kilometres north of the town we will eat our breakfast on the banks of the river.
The kayaks will be set up and packed with all the equipment, tents, food, dry bags and communication equipment that we will need for our expedition. Before putting in to the river there will be a safety briefing and paddling instructions until everybody feels comfortable.
Our first day's paddling route will take us from Balseo Baker to Balseo Colonia our first campsite which is located on the eastern banks of the Baker River.
Approximately 4 hours paddling. Night camping with all meals included (with wine at dinner).
The kayaks will be set up and packed with all the equipment, tents, food, dry bags and communication equipment that we will need for our expedition. Before putting in to the river there will be a safety briefing and paddling instructions until everybody feels comfortable.
Our first day's paddling route will take us from Balseo Baker to Balseo Colonia our first campsite which is located on the eastern banks of the Baker River.
Approximately 4 hours paddling. Night camping with all meals included (with wine at dinner).
After our early breakfast and packing up camp we will return to our kayaks. Our destination for the night is the campsite at the El Salton waterfall. During this section of the river in addition to our paddling, we will also have the opportunity to stretch our legs with some short hikes in this beautiful and surprising landscape.
Returning to our kayaks we will enjoy stronger river currents on our adrenaline boosting descent of the Colonia and Gonzales rapids.
Continuing with calmer waters on the next section of the river, we will take our time to rest, eat and take photos with the total day's paddling taking about five to six hours.
At the end of the day, there is a portage where we carry all our equipment approximately 1,000 meters to our campsite at the end of the canyon. The portage process takes us about three to four hours.
Night camping with all meals included (with wine at dinner).
Returning to our kayaks we will enjoy stronger river currents on our adrenaline boosting descent of the Colonia and Gonzales rapids.
Continuing with calmer waters on the next section of the river, we will take our time to rest, eat and take photos with the total day's paddling taking about five to six hours.
At the end of the day, there is a portage where we carry all our equipment approximately 1,000 meters to our campsite at the end of the canyon. The portage process takes us about three to four hours.
Night camping with all meals included (with wine at dinner).
After an early wake up at 0700 we will set out on an optional hike to 'Paso san Carlos'. Our knowledgeable guides will share some information on this historic place before we return to our kayaks and continue our journey down the Baker River.
Our next campsite is located on the shores of the river in a place called Estancia Cascada where we will be greeted by a welcome site as our team awaits us with a delicious lamb asado (Chilean lamb barbeque). Plenty of time to relax, take short walks in the area, fish in the stream or simply sit and chat with our new friends.
Hours paddling three to four. All meals included (with wine at dinner).
Our next campsite is located on the shores of the river in a place called Estancia Cascada where we will be greeted by a welcome site as our team awaits us with a delicious lamb asado (Chilean lamb barbeque). Plenty of time to relax, take short walks in the area, fish in the stream or simply sit and chat with our new friends.
Hours paddling three to four. All meals included (with wine at dinner).
After a nutritious breakfast, our destination will be Caleta Tortel. The scenery on this last stretch of the river is greener with more cliffs, higher mountains, several small clear rivers and waterfalls draining into the river. The flow of the river is also slower allowing us a smooth and relaxing journey.
After about six to seven hours paddling, we will arrive at our final destination, the pretty village of Caleta Tortel where our transport will be waiting for us together with any personal items left in Cochrane.
Estimated arrival time 15.30 hours. Night at Hostal Tortel. All meals included (wine/drinks available at extra cost).
Note: accommodation tonight is included along with dinner and breakfast the following morning when the trip ends.
After about six to seven hours paddling, we will arrive at our final destination, the pretty village of Caleta Tortel where our transport will be waiting for us together with any personal items left in Cochrane.
Estimated arrival time 15.30 hours. Night at Hostal Tortel. All meals included (wine/drinks available at extra cost).
Note: accommodation tonight is included along with dinner and breakfast the following morning when the trip ends.