Dates

• 14th January 2026 to 22th January 2026

_{For closed groups dates on request}

Duration
9 days stay (8 nights), 7 days horse trekking

Capacity
maximum 6 persons

Prices (per person)

• CHF 2'600.– (without flight), ask for payment in U$
• Single Room surcharge: CHF 120.-

Combinations

• Additional week in Eco-Lodge Hacia el Sur
• Limitless steppe of Patagonia: Estancia Melicó
• Cultural Week Buenos Aires

_{Prices for combinations: on request}

Description

This challenging tour offers the opportunity to experience the highlight of our expedition "On the Eye Level of the Condors" in a shorter time:

This adventure on horseback leads to the huge, almost civilization-free catchment area of the Turbio River, which is nourished by four glaciers. The region, which is about 1000 km2, is sealed off from the rest of the world and can only be reached by boat or by footpaths, on which the Gauchos have been doing their cattle for generations.

Our Destination is the mythic Cerro Plataforma, a geological singularity where – 50 to 30 million years ago – the seafloor has risen up  by volcanic processes to a huge, fossil-strewn, high plateau (1700 meters a.s.l.). The ascent of the monumental formation gives the impression of landing on a alien planet.

Outstanding nature- and horse riding experiences await you: river crossings, waterfalls, explorations of the Selva Valdiviana, Condor - watching.

Requirement
This tour has expedition character. After two shorter rides, which serves for the horse allocation and introduction to the local riding customs, we are 10 days traversing on on mule tracks a nearly deserted region. Participants should be reasonably fit for the saddle, mastering all common gaits as walk, trott and cantar. In addition, a good physical and mental condition as well as team spirit, personal responsibility and readiness to participate in camping – daily life (cooking, washing dishes, setting up tents, etc.) are expected.

Board and lodging
During the tours tents (2 persons per tent) are available for our guests. On the days in between, accommodation will be in group rooms (2-4 pers.) Or in our charming yurt. It is also possible to move into an independent Cabaña (bungalow). A detailed description can be found under the own menu item:

>> Acommodation & Board

Framework program
The supporting program for this offer is limited to 1-2 visits to the town of El Bolsón, where the group wishes to visit the attractions available (eg arts and crafts market, museum, horse race).

Terms of payment
The booking comes with a deposit of 50% on our bank account. The balance will be paid in cash on the spot.

More about booking and payment under the menu items Requests und Booking.