Enjoy one of the southernmost rafting experiences in Argentine Patagonia.
This experience will give you a chance to have unique views of Cerro Fitz Roy and its satellite needles.
This adventure takes place in the Río de las Vueltas, whose waters are of glacial origin from the melting of glaciers in the northern area of Los Glaciares National Park. It is born in Lago del Desierto and meanders down until it ends at Lake Viedma.
Itinerary
RAFTING HALF DAY – RÍO DE LAS VUELTAS, LOS GLACIARES NATIONAL PARK
This activity lasts approximately three and a half hours. We have two daily departure times: From 10:00 a.m. to 13:00 p.m. From 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. We recommend showing up 15 minutes early.
The activity begins at our operative base, where our guides will receive you. They will provide you with the necessary equipment (suit, jacket, helmet, life jacket, boots, mittens and paddle). Once dressed, we will move to the river entrance area, where the guides will give a technical and safety briefing before starting the activity.
The first section of the river is 6 km of calm and meandering waters, the ideal moment to make the first contact with the raft and practice the rowing and safety techniques explained. In this section, we will have the opportunity to contemplate Cerro Fitz Roy and its satellite needles, the Andean Forest, the steppe and eventually, native fauna.
The second section crosses the canyon area. After the initial rapid called “Portage”, we will find a succession of class III to III + rapids for 10 km. It is a moment of adventure and adrenaline. Once we have finished descending the river, our vehicle will be waiting for us to return to the base, where we will change our clothes and enjoy a snack and a drink to recover energy. End of services.
2 hrs. rafting (it might vary depending on the weather conditions) Meals: Snack & drinks
NOTE
Minimum age: 12 years. Pregnant women, people with heart disease or those who have recently undergone surgery cannot do this activity.
ITINERARY DISCLAIMER
While we intend to adhere to the route itinerary described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary, and on occasion, it may be necessary or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary can be modified due to weather conditions or other unpredictable factors of the mountain regions.
Dates & Prices
This adventure takes place every day from October 1 to April 30.
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Gear Tips
Bring only the equipment what is necessary, as this will help you during the entire trip.
The key to staying comfortable during this trip is layering. To obtain maximum comfort with minimum weight, you need versatile layers that mix and match to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation and weather protection.
This list is for guidance; it does not have to be followed to the letter.
Provided by WhiteFox Adventures
All Group Cooking Gear & Stoves
Sleeping Tents
Portable Toilet and Toilet Paper for altitude camps
Group First Aid Kit
Oxygen and Oximeter
We know how important it is to have the right equipment to enjoy the adventure.
Experienced guides will lead the activity.WhiteFox Adventures success was due in massive part to having an exceptional guides team.They have become our friends, and WhiteFox Adventures has become a vehicle for all of us.Our view is that if we don’t enjoy the people we work with, our clients won’t either.Every WhiteFox Adventures guide is experienced and familiar with our ethics, standards, and operations, from the technical skills of our guides to our risk management. They provide individual attention for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Technical Gear
We will provide the necessary technical equipment so that you can enjoy your rafting adventure in complete safety: raft with paddles, helmet, dry suit, jacket, life jacket and boots.
Transportation
After the excursion, our vehicle will be waiting for us to deliver from the river to our operative base in El Chaltén.
Snacks & Drinks
Once we return to our base, we provide you with drinks and snacks to comfort your body after the activity. You will be able to share the experiences of this day with the other travelers.
Gear Check And Security Briefing
A thorough orientation will take place at the beginning of the activity. Our staff will discuss all security details with time for questions and answers.
What’s not included
The following items are not included in this program:
– Personal gear. – Guide Tips. – All the services that are not specified in the itinerary.
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