For those ones who do not have the possibility of staying in El Chaltén, we offer making the Rio de las Vueltas RAFTING EXPERIENCE tour, departing from El Calafate at 8:00a.m and returning at about 9.30p.m.
The Full Day Program starts with the picking up at the Calafate Hotels, then the trip (220 Km) to El Chaltén arriving at about 10.30 a.m to the meeting point, where our guides receive us, give each passenger the box lunch and show possible paths for short-term to do on their own.
At 2.30 p.m, passenger reunited for start with the activity of Rafting. The experience starts when the passengers arrive to our head- quarters located in El Chalten, visitors are given the necessary rafting equipment and they are taken with our guides to the river side where they receive information about rafting techniques and safety measures. The first 6 Km have calm and quiet water with the Fitz Roy at your back, ideal to get in touch with the river and practice the techniques that are going to be used later.
Afterwards, we go over a deep ravine where we are able to enjoy a series of rapids for 9 Km. The speed ok the river keeps you alert up to the last Kilometer where we return to calm water.
Return to El Calafate approximately 9.30 p.m.
Available from 12 years old (from 12 to 18, minors must be accompanied by their parents or legal tutor).
Quantity to confirm departure: Minimum 3
Maximum capacity per raft: 8 pax
Rafting tour: 2 hours
Minimum age required: 12 years old.
No previous rafting experience needed.
Equipment included: waterproof dry suit, boots, life jackets, helmets.
Fitness level: medium.
Transfer to El Chalten + 2 Hs. Rafting + El Chalten + Lunch box* * meat or vegetarian sandwich + something sweet + Beverage**
Duration: 12 hs.
Pick up: From the Hotel in Calafate at 07.30 hs.
Return to El Calafate: 21.30 hs.
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 10 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
From 7:30am to 8:00am
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Departure Details :
Your Hotel in El Calafate Town
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Return Details :
Your Hotel in El Calafate Town
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Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
The Full Day Program starts with the picking up at the Calafate Hotels at 8:00a.m, then the trip (220km) to El Chaltn arriving at about 10.30 a.m to the meeting point, where our guides receive us, give each passenger the box lunch and show possible paths for short-term to do on their own. At 2.30 p.m, passenger reunited for start with the activity of Rafting,visitors are given the necessary rafting equipment and they are taken with our guides to the river side where they receive information about rafting techniques and safety measures. The first 6Km have calm and quiet water with the Fitz roy at your back, ideal to get in touch with the river and practice the techniques that are going to be used later. Afterwards, we go over a deep ravine where we are able to enjoy a series of rapids for 9 Km. The speed ok the river keeps you alert up to the last Kilometer where we return to calm water. Return to El calafate approximately 9.30 p.m
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Inclusions
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Use of helmet
Box lunch
Lunch
Exclusions
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers