Gay & Lesbian Adventure Travel
Experience the world of high adventure in lavish style with H2O Patagonia. After a full day of adrenaline you’ll return to our lodge for a night of simple luxury, complete with a riverside gazebo dining area, gourmet meals, hot tub, massage therapist, and more! We are the only outfitter in the area to offer this exclusive level of service and luxury accommodation.
Go rafting, canyoning, hiking and horse back riding in the secure company of like-minded people.
We welcome same sex couples as well as gay and lesbian singles on all of our outdoor adventures. This trip, however, is designed especially for you. You'll tackle all manner of adventure activities in an enlightened atmosphere. On our multi-sport trips you'll choose from horseback riding on the old pioneer trails of the region, canyoning in the spectacular Gelves and Palenque Canyons, whitewater rafting on the Futaleufu River, paddling inflatable kayaks on tributaries, trekking through the rainforest, or climbing sections of the Andes Mountains.
 Sample Itinerary:
Day 1 ― Fly to Chile:
Arrive in Santiago, Chile. Transfer to Puerto Montt—a one and a half hour flight to the south. You'll be met at the airport and taken to a local lodge overlooking Lake Llanquihue where you'll enjoy spectacular views of Osorno Volcano. Spend the afternoon resting or sightseeing. We'll meet for dinner at a lakeside restaurant.
Day 2 ― Fly to base camp, whitewater preparation:
Your 45-minute charter flight takes you directly into the town of Futaleufu. You’ll virtually land at Antucamay, our 175-acre ranch next to the mighty Futaleufu River. Once settled, you'll meet your guides who prepare you for the week’s adventure.
Day 3 ― Hike and float upper Futaleufu:
Today your morning is spent trekking through an awe-inspiring nature preserve along the Upper Futaleufu River. Later, we'll paddle inflatable kayaks back down to Antucamay. Your night is spent dining on exquisite food and relaxing in our spa.
Day 4 ― Horseback ride with local "huasos" (Chilean Cowboys):
Today, cool-tempered horses lead you through the breathtaking hills and valleys of Futaleufu. This ride makes you feel as if you have stepped back in time, back into the old-world charm that permeates this region. After the ride we return to Antucamay for a restful evening of pampering.
Day 5 ― Rafting the Futaleufu River, "Bridge to Bridge", Class III-IV+:
The rapids in this section are big and exciting, but consider them a warm-up for the whitewater to come. Rapids such as Entrada, Pillow, and Mundaca get you into the rhythm of the mighty Rio Futaleufu. In the evening you'll get a first-hand taste of the local culture when you dine at the finest restaurant in town.
Day 6 ― Canyoning and inflatable kayaking:
If you've ever dreamed of being a kid again, canyoning is for you. Canyoning is the hybrid of water sports and mountain climbing. Rappel down waterfalls, leap into turquoise pools, zoom down water slides, and crawl through tiny caverns. After canyoning, you'll spend the afternoon kayaking down the Espolon, a stunning tributary of the Futaleufu.
Day 7 ― Rafting the Futaleufu River, Pasarella to Casa de Empanadas, Class III-V:
Your adventurous week closes with a bang! **World-class rapids are interspersed with calm pools on this final day of rafting. At night we celebrate the week's adventures with a traditional Chilean barbecue called asado.
Day 8 ― Departure Day:
We say goodbye before your charter flight returns to Puerto Montt. Be sure to plan your Santiago-Puerto Montt flight for mid-afternoon in order to meet your outbound international connection that evening.
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Trip Details
What Is Included:
- Seven nights accommodation
- Pick up at Puerto Montt airport on Saturday and transfer to lodge overlooking scenic lake and volcano in Puerto Varas
- All food and drink from Saturday dinner in Puerto Varas through the following Saturday morning when your charter flight returns to the Puerto Montt airport
- Charter flights from Puerto Montt to Futaleufu and back
- All technical equipment for multi-sport activities.
- Chums, Hat, Travel Mug and Personal Dry Bag from H2O Patagonia
- DVD of your week's adventures
What Is Not Included:
- International airfare from your home country to Santiago, Chile
- Your connecting flight from Santiago to Puerto Montt. However we have partnered with Lan Chile and WALDORF TRAVEL to secure discount fares for our clientele
- Meals prior to Saturday dinner in Puerto Varas
- Excess baggage charges
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
**This section of the river and other class V rapids are optional.
We reserve the right to change the order of activities or even some of the activities due to changes in weather, transportation or other unforeseen events
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