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We are Patagonian specialists and we have spent many years exploring the wilds of southern Patagonia with our own families, including very young children. We know what works when travelling with children and multi-generational families in remote areas and, along with our team of experts, you are supported every step of the way from the planning stage to the trip itself. Whether you are looking for wild camping frontier-style or you dream of seeing whales and penguins in their natural habitat we can plan and arrange your perfect itinerary. Hiking, kayaking, riding, biking and learning experiences such as cooking are among the endless possibilities.

Summary

We have been welcoming families with children of all ages to Patagonia for over 25 years.

As parents ourselves we take great care in the planning of these trips recognising the important family memories that they create. Each family itinerary is as unique and special as the families who join us.  We promise age-appropriate suggestions taking the needs of children into account while ensuring the itineraries stay interesting and engaging for all members of the group.

Our bespoke itineraries for families incorporate not only Patagonia, but other areas throughout Chile and Argentina. These trips can incorporate as much (or as little) adventure as you are comfortable with, your preferred accommodation style and the areas you want to explore. In short a tailor made trip to suit all your needs.

We pride ourselves on our ability to analyse the specific needs of our clients and come up with an attractive, realistic and practical itinerary.

This is hard to do without local knowledge and our unique seamless integration between Bluegreen’s planning and operational teams.

To give you an idea of what is possible, we have summarised some of our favourite family options below. These include a couple of exciting multi-sport trips in and around Torres del Paine and a glamping experience in northern Patagonia.

Contact us if you would like us to make your Patagonia dream come to life.

Family multi-sport in Torres del Paine

Unique Multi-sport itinerary for active, adventurous families with older children (suggest 8+) wanting to explore the breathtaking landscapes, unusual wildlife and wealth of activities that southern Patagonia has to offer. This new guided family itinerary takes you into southern Patagonia’s wildest and most beautiful scenery that will have you biking, horseriding, kayaking and trekking through some of the best scenery in the world. Accommodation in a mix of family rooms in cabins, lodges, an isolated ranch house and camping in tents under the huge Patagonian skies with your chef and support team to look after you.

Highlights

  • Hike in Torres del Paine’s spectacular glacier-packed wilderness

  • Feast on succulent lamb cooked gaucho-style under the immense southern skies

  • Explore the Milodon Cave with its full-size replica of a prehistoric giant sloth

  • Walk the shores of the lesser known Laguna Verde with its jaw dropping views

  • Sail to the ice wall of Grey Glacier, the largest glacier in the park

  • Track wildlife such as shy armadillos and curious skunks

  • Saddle up and ride with gauchos along the shores of Lake Sarmiento

  • Admire far reaching views of the entire park from the lookout atop the Sierra del Toro

  • Sleep in an isolated and beautiful ranch house far from other humans with your own cook

Extras

  • Kayaking is available on request, venue will depend on ages of the children

  • Add on a night camping on a remote peninsula with mountain views across the fjords

  • For penguin lovers, we can add on a boat trip to Magdalena Island out of Punta Arenas

Day by day

  • Day 1: Arrive into Puerto Natales. Independent exploration of the town. Guide’s briefing. Hotel.

  • Day 2: Hotel pick up. Private transfer to Milodon Cave. Moderate bike ride in the area (approx 5 miles). Continue to Cerro Castillo. Night Hosteria el Pionero.

  • Day 3: Transfer to Lake Sarmiento. Meet horses at Puesto Lazo for a short horse ride to Estancia Lazo. Explore the lake shores with its wealth of birdlife and dramatic views. Night Cabins nearby.

  • Day 4: Hike from Laguna Verde via the Sierra del Toro into Torres del Paine. Night Serrano river in campside with hot showers and a cook to prepare all meals (all gear provided).

  • Day 5: Take morning Grey Boat to an area close to Grey Glacier. Lunch. Hike to Lake Pehoe (moderate hike of 3-4 hours with some rocky sections). Take catamaran to meet transfer vehicle. Second night camping at Serrano River. *Option to kayak depending on ages of children.

  • Day 6: Transfer across the heart of the Park with iconic views, short walks to waterfalls, mountain look-outs and to admire the exotic wildlife. Arrive at remote ranch house located on eastern borders of the Park. Night Estancia 3R occupied exclusively by your family (or smaller refugio depending on group size) with a cook to prepare meals. Enjoy a traditional gaucho BBQ (asado).

  • Day 7: Morning fossil hunting and exploring this dramatic mountain range with its cathedral-like spires and huge glacial valleys. Transfer to Puerto Natales. Trip ends.

Is this trip for me?

  • Fully supported and guided family itinerary with an exciting, well organized programme of activities and sightseeing

  • Well chosen, family run, authentic lodgings offering a warm welcome and in good family-friendly locations.

  • Interesting wildlife-packed multi-sport trip with fully supported and suitably paced horse riding, biking and trekking. Kayaking is subject to ages of the children.

  • This trip is suitable for active families travelling with children aged 8+

  • The trip includes two nights camping close to the Serrano River in a beautifully located campsite with hot showers and stunning views. All gear is provided together with a BlueGreen chef to prepare your meals.

  • This trip is available on request and will be priced according to your family’s rooming and ages of the children

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Active Family Unplugged 

Unique custom family multi-sport itinerary exploring the breathtaking landscapes, unusual wildlife and wealth of activities that southern Patagonia has to offer. Various activities are included with biking, horse riding, kayaking and trekking through some of the best scenery in the world. There are also boat trips including the Grey boat across the iceberg choked waters of Grey Lake, and an exciting down river Zodiac journey through the Bernardo O’Higgins National Park

Highlights:

  • Explore some of the Torres del Paine’s most picture perfect locations and lesser known corners
  • Camp on the sandy shores of the  beautiful Laguna Azul 
  • Spend a night in a traditional Patagonian homestead and learn about the local culture 
  • Ride, kayak, walk and bike in this action packed family multisport trip designed for active families
  • Sleep in comfortable lodges and authentic estancias, some far from the crowds with just the stars for company 
  • Hike into Paine’s mountainous interior with dramatic granite spires and ice-packed lakes. 
  • Sample some of Patagonia’s finest fare with chef-prepared meals and a chance to experience a traditional asado.
  • Visit the diminutive burrowing Magellanic penguins on Magdalena Island
  • Paddle out in kayaks onto the mythical and remote waterways of Eberhard Fjord 
  • Ride out with the famous southern cowboys of Patagonia in the shadow of Paine’s glimmering spires.
  • Hike one of the Park’s famous trails from Grey Glacier to Lake Pehoe with its turquoise waters and windswept shores
  • Board zodiacs for a down river journey through the pristine and inaccessible Bernardo O’Higgins National Park

Extras

  • Extend your stay with three sumptuous nights at the desert oasis Hotel Tierra Atacama

  • Combine this trip with a visit to the dramatic Torres del Paine National Park for a truly contrasting holiday

Day by Day:

  • Day 1: Arrive into Punta Arenas. Afternoon boat trip to Magdalena Island to see penguins. Apart-hotel in town.
  • Day 2: Private transfer to Puerto Natales/Puerto Consuelo. Kayak in fjords and visit Milodon Cave. Night Estancia in the area.
  • Day 3: Drive to Laguna Azul in Torres del Paine. Explore/Bike Ride. Night camping with full support and all gear.
  • Day 4: Full day private vehicle safari exploring some Patagonia’s most iconic views with wildlife spotting and short walks. Afternoon horse ride at Serrano River in the shadow of the western face of the Paine Massif. Night lodge.
  • Day 5: Board Grey Boat to Grey Glacier. Explore icescapes. Return on Grey Boat OR hike to Paine Grande and take return catamaran. Second night lodge.
  • Day 6: Zodiac boat down river to Last Hope Sound. Traditional estancia lunch. Boat to another estancia and night in remote fjordside cabin with all meals prepared by a chef.
  • Day 7: Explore the peninsula by horse or on foot. Gaucho BBQ. Return to Puerto Natales by catamaran.
  • Day 8: Transfer to airport or bus station.

Is this trip for me?

  • Fully supported and guided family itinerary with an exciting, well organized programme of activities and sightseeing

  • Well chosen, family run, authentic lodgings offering a warm welcome and in good family-friendly locations.

  • Interesting wildlife-packed multi-sport trip with fully supported and suitably paced horse riding, biking, trekking and kayaking. 

  • This trip is suitable for active families travelling with children aged 8+

  • The trip includes a mix of accommodation including hotels & lodges, authentic estancias and cabins and a chance to camp under the vast Patagonian night skies. All gear is provided together with a BlueGreen chef to prepare your meals.

  • This trip is available on request and will be priced according to your family’s rooming and ages of the children. 

  • As with all our itineraries these are to give you ideas. We are happy to customise the trip to suit your personal tastes, pace and interests.
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Glamping in Chubut, Argentina

Spend time in a remote Patagonian refuge or yurt on the banks of the Chubut River in complete isolation in the Andean foothills in northern Patagonia as you explore on foot or by horse during the days. Feast on fresh ingredients cooked over an open fire as you explore the surrounding landscapes on foot or by horse.

Highlights

  • Experience an isolated destination in the foothills of the Andes with zero noise or light pollution

  • Ride out on beautiful well cared for Criollo horses suitable for all riding levels

  • Escape pinging phones and devices as you switch off and listen to the sounds of nature

  • Feast on Argentine meat and Patagonian gastronomy as you gather round the fire sharing stories

  • Drink cool spring water from the mountains

  • Sleep in basic but comfortable glamping yurts or mountain refuge, all warm and cosy for your arrival

  • Journey down the famous Ruta 40 out of Bariloche crossing the immense steppelands in the mountain foothills

  • Settle into a comfortable hammock for an afternoon riverside nap before a delicious dinner is prepared for you.

Day by day

  • Day 1: Depart Bariloche on Route 40 through foothills to Chubut River. Meet horses and settle in. Yurt/Cabin

  • Day 2: Day riding or hiking to visit small settlements in the Alto Chubut. Learn about the history. Yurt/Cabin

  • Day 3: Day riding or hiking to the high peaks. Lunch by lagoon and a walk above the snow line. Yurt/Cabin

  • Day 4: Morning ride with afternoon relaxing riverside or trying local style of fishing. Yurt/Cabin

  • Day 5: Morning ride or exploration. Drop off in Bariloche.

Extras

  • Add on a few days exploring San Carlos de Bariloche reminiscent of an alpine ski town complete with chocolate boutiques on every corner and the Nahuel Huapa National Park, the oldest park in Argentina.

  • Cross over to Puerto Varas in Chile via the Lake District on the scenic boat-bus combination that crosses a series of lakes and road sections

Is this trip for me?

  • This trip is suitable for moderate hikers and novice riders wanting to experience this magical corner of Patagonia and disconnect from the stresses of modern life.

  • A stay here can be arranged for 3+ nights and it is suitable for children of all ages. It is possible to join an existing group or a private stay is possible where you would have your own guide and excursions tailored to you.

  • The days are flexible and you can either ride, walk, relax, explore or try the local style of fishing making it a great option for families.

  • Transfers, all meals, activities and lodging is included along with local guides who will take excellent care of you.

  • Accommodation is available in yurts or a refuge, each warmed by a firewood stove and furnished in the traditional style to create a unique and homely experience for guests.

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