We met the group and set off for the full day drive to camp. We stopped in Esquel for lunch and several travelers ordered the largest hamburgers I have ever seen. At the border, the Argentinians were jokesters, teasing us playfully before letting us pass relatively quickly. We walked 100 yards into Chile where they carefully checked our bags for vegetation and confiscated someone's almonds.
We arrived at camp at six for snacks, drinks and introductions. Had a quick dip in the hot tub and my first of many glasses of Chilean wine before a late dinner.
The camp is lovely with comfy beds and plentiful blankets. We each have a private heavy duty canvas tent with a cabin built around it for added privacy and weather resistance. Each has a gorgeous view of the river, screened zipper windows and even a bathrobe to wear to the hot tub. Bathrooms and showers are found in separate buildings scattered throughout the property and have hot water and electricity. Everything is well maintained and the entire staff goes out of their way to help.
Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
1 day ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
1 day ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
2 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
Anne Petty
3 days ago
Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner