MOTORCYCLE:
Yamaha 250 XTZ Tenere.
Motorcycle rental is included in the tour price.
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
This is a motorbike tour of superlatives, and of a lifetime… Patagonia is known for its unique landscapes, vast forests, mountains, national parks, and glaciers. Completing this tour means covering thousends of km on roads and tracks, in all kinds of weather, but through some of the most stunning landscapes in the world. The mythical Ruta 40 and Ruta 7 (Carretera Austral) will lead us to the world-famous Perito Moreno Glacier, National Park Los Alerces, Ventisquero Colgante, Lago las Torres Reserve, Manihuales Reserve, Patagonia National Park, emerald-colored lakes, wild passes, prehistoric arctic forests and the pampa.
A part of the fantastic motorbike riding you will have a chance to visit and experience the most exceptional places in this part of South America: participate in rafting on Futaleufu River, take the termal bath in the volcaninc waters, walk in the shadow of the mytic Fitz Roy mountain, have a boat ride on the General Carrera Lake and visit exceptional Catedrales de Marmol, experience from the close distance the Perito Moreno glacier.
Although this expedition requires endurance due to the distances involved (in all weather conditions). The ride in itself is not technical and can be done by riders with limited off-road experience. And one more thing: we know where to find the best steaks, seafood and wines on the way – to make sure we have the energy to reach our destination!
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DETAILS OF THE TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS:
- nature
- glaciers
- volcanoes
- fauna and flora
- lakes, including part of the famous Ruta de los 7 Lagos
- Carretera Austral
- Ruta 40
- Los Alerces National Park
- Los Glaciares National Park
- Perito Moreno glacier
- Bariloche
- El Calafate
- Optional boat trip to Catedrales de Marmol
- Optional rafting on Futaleufu River
- Ventisquero Colgante
- Trekking to Fitz Roy mirador
- Optional Ventisquero thermal bath
WEATHER:
We will visit Patagonia in spring. You have to be aware that Patagonia is famous for its capricious weather, changing many times per day and extremely strong winds (on the Argentinian side mainly). You have to be prepared for all types of weather conditions.
MOTORCYCLE GEAR:
Wearing adequate riding gear is an individual responsibility. We strongly recommend “adventure” or hard-shell type boots for this ride. Bring your own gear.
LUGGAGE:
We will be riding light. Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof. For riding days take with you a small backpack or waterproof bag, with straps, to enable you to attach it to your motorbike.
IMPORTANT, REMEMBER:
Argentina has been struggling with an economic crisis for years. Credit cards outside of big cities often don’t work. When exchanging USD to pesos, there are two rates: the less favorable official rate. The so-called blue rate (unofficial). Carry some cash with you, preferably in USD.
We will travel far from civilization. We’ll not always have telephone coverage. There may not be internet either.
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:
1200
meters above seal levelDAY BY DAY TOUR PROGRAM
DAY 1 (7.12)
ARRIVAL TO BARILOCHE
DAY 2 (8.12 / 240 KM / 60% ASPHALT / 40% GRAVEL)
BARILOCHE – VILLA TRAFUL – VILLA LA ANGOSTURA (RIDING ON FAMOUS RUTA DE LOS 7 LAGOS) – BARILOCHE
DAY 3 (9.12 / 280 KM / ASPHALT 70% / 30% GRAVEL)
BARILOCHE – EL BOLSON – NATIONAL PARK LOS ALERCES – TREVELIN
DAY 4 (10.12 / 50 KM / 100% GRAVEL)
TREVELIN – FUTALEUFU: CROSS TO CHILE, OPTIONAL RAFTING ON FUTALEUFU RIVER
DAY 5 (11.12 / 270 KM / 70% ASPHALT / 30% GRAVEL)
FUTALEUFU – VANTISQUERO COLGANTE – VILLA AMENAGUAL: VISIT NACIONAL PARK QUEULAT AND VENTISQUERO COLGANTE, OPTIONAL HOT SPRINGS (TERMAS VENTISQUERO)
DAY 6 (12.12 / 135 KM / 80% ASPHALT / 20% GRAVEL)
VILLA AMENAGUAL – VILLA ORTEGA – COYHAIQUE
DAY 7 (13.12 / 215 KM / 40 % ASPHALT / 60% GRAVEL)
COYHAIQUE – PUERTO RIO TRANQUILO: OPTIONAL BOAT CRUISE ON LAKE GENERAL CARRERA TO SO CALLED CATEDRALES DE MARMOL
DAY 8 (14.12 / 180 KM / 5% ASPHALT / 95% GRAVEL)
PUERTO RIO TRANQUILO – PUERTO GUADAL – LOS ANTIGUOS: CROSS TO ARGENTINA
DAY 9 (15.12 / 400 KM / 95% ASPHALT / 5% GRAVEL)
LOS ANTIGUOS – GOBERNADOR GREGORES AREA: VISIT IN THE CAVE “CUEVA DE LAS MANOS”
DAY 10 (16.12 / 245 KM / 70% ASPHALT / 30% GRAVEL)
GOBERNADOR GREGORES AREA – EL CHALTEN
DAY 11 (17.12 / 212 KM / 90% ASPHALT / 10% GRAVEL)
EL CHALTEN – TREKKING TO FITZ ROY MIRADOR – EL CALAFATE
DAY 12 (18.12 / 160 KM / 90% ASPHALT / 10% GRAVEL)
PERITO MORENO SIGHTSEEING: OPTIONAL BOAT TOUR TO THE GLACIER
DAY 13 (19.12)
FLY OUT OF EL CALAFATE
THE ROUTE MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE DUE TO POLITICAL, SOCIAL OR WEATHER FACTORS.
YOUR OPINIONS
FROM GOOGLE
Google rating score: 5.0 of 5,based on 47 reviews
PRICE INCLUDES:
MOTORCYCLE
4X4 CAR
GUIDE
SUPPORT CAR
MOTORBIKE MAINTENANCE
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
TRANSPORT TO/FROM THE HOTEL
ACTIVITIES
Entry tickets to Los Alerces National Park.
Entry tickets to Los Glacaires National Park.
Entry tickets to Quelat National Park.
INSURANCE
- Basic travel insurance.
- Tourist Guarantee Fund fee.
- Tourist Support Fund fee.
IMPORTANT: For an additional fee, there is an option to independently extend the insurance within the Signal Iduna Safe Travels and/or Global Rescue partner offer. The price of the tour includes basic travel insurance.
PICTURES & GPX TRACKS FROM THE TOUR
WELCOME PACK
PRICE NOT INCLUDES:
- Motorcycle fuel.
- Airline tickets (tickets should not be bought until the organizer confirms the completion of the minimum group size).
- Tourist entry visa (not required for EU citizens).
- Covid tests and / or vaccinations, if required.
- Medical expenses not covered by MotoBirds insurance.
- Drinks.
- Costs related to the transport of a participant to the nearest medical center, in case of injury or illness or inability to continue the tour.
- Costs related to the transport of the participant’s motorcycle to the finish point of the tour, in case the motorcycle or the participant cannot continue the tour.
- Meals other than breakfasts.
- Entry tickets to the optional tourist attractions: guided tour to Los Glaciares National Park and Perito Moreno glacier visit by boat (around 40 USD), rafting on Futaleufu river (100 USD), boat trip to Marble Caves (80 USD).
- Motorcycle refundable security deposit of US$500, payable in cash on the first day after arrival.
DEPOSIT FOR THE MOTORCYCLE:
Refundable motorcycle deposit of US$500. Cash payment on site. If the damage to the motorcycle exceeds the amount of the deposit, the driver must pay the difference.
