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El Chalten Rafting Excursion

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Whether you're looking for a tranquil panoramic float with Fitz Roy in the background or a sequence of exhilarating rapids, this guided white-water rafting excursion provides an in-depth look at the Glacier National Park ecosystem and history. Visitors are provided with the necessary technical equipment, which includes a thermal suit, a dry suit, a helmet, a life jacket, and neoprene boots. A vehicle meets you to take you back to El Chalten.
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Highlights
  • Take in the splendor of the Glacier National Park on a rafting adventure.
  • Provided for your safety are thermal and dry suits, helmets, life jackets and boots.
  • Raft with friends and family as well as co-workers to bring everyone together.
Activity Level: Moderate
Activities that provide a reasonable level of physical challenge and elevate the heart rate. Focused on more active pursuits including multisport tours. Travelers may be active 5-7 hours total each day. Recommended for travelers with active lifestyles.
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Day 1: El Chalten Rafting Excursion

The experience begins with a warm welcome and informative presentation about the area - Glacier National Park. Required technical equipment:  suit, stagnant suit, boots, life jacket, rowing and helmet are included in this trip. Once you are equipped, be taken to the entrance area of the Rio de las Vueltas, a scenic Class III river. The rafting experience covers a very scenic part of the River de las Vueltas. The adventure enters our raft in the encased area where the rapids will demand the effort of the activity. You will enjoy the adrenaline and magic of the unmatched sedimentary formations not too far from the Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre massif. A vehicle meets you to take you back to El Chalten.

Difficulty Level:  moderate/ high
Minimum age: 12 years old, travelers between 12-18 must be accompanied by an adult
Duration: 3hs. Rafting: Duration: 2hs. 6km of calm and winding waters + 10km of waters type III and III +
Important Note: No previous experience is needed. Minimum of guests: 4. Maximum capacity: 15 guests. Maximum capacity per raft: 8 guests. Daily departures from October 1st to April 30th. Departures at 10 and 14hs subject to weather conditions.

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Included
  • 1 Day Locally Hosted Guide Service
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Gear Rental: Thermal Suit, Dry Suit, Helmet, Life Jacket, & Neoprene Boots 
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)

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Chance for unpredictable weather but with fewer visitors.
Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.

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