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End Of The Earth Tour

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Price pps land only :

ZAR15 560* USD1945 ex Buenos Aires No of days: 14 nights / 15 days
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USD300 Payable on Day 1 Countries: Argentina, Chile
Single supplement:
Not Avail May not apply to all nights Tour Code: APE
 
* Rand price subject to change according to currency fluctuations, please request a Rand quote incl flights
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Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Moreno Glacier, El Chaltén, Glacier National Park, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, Punta Arenas, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Patagonia.
A challenging 15 day exploration of one of the world's most pristine wildernesses: Patagonia! Mountain hiking, camping, glacier trekking and an unlimited supply of clean, fresh air are all yours on this adventure full of activity and scenery.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Group Size:Min 4 … Max 12, Avg 10
Group Leader:G.A.P leader throughout, local guide in Paine National Park.
Accommodation:Simple hotels (may be multi-share) (12 nts), camping (2 nts).
Transport:Public bus, van, local flights, boat.
Meals Included:All meals while camping.
Budget:Allow USD325 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Excursion to Moreno Glacier
  • Day hikes in Glacier National Park
  • 2 night camping/hiking excursion to Torres del Paine National Park
  • Tour of Otway Penguin Colony
  • Beagle Channel Cruise

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires: Arrive in Buenos Aires at any time.

Day 2-3 El Calafate / Moreno Glacier/ El Chaltén: Fly south to the town of El Calafate. A spectacular drive through lofty mountain peaks takes us to the dynamic Moreno Glacier, within Glacier National Park. During the trip you may spot condors, eagles, flamingos, and rheas. Moreno is one of the few advancing glaciers on the planet, and you will long remember the sound of calving ice crashing into the lake waters below.

Day 4-5 El Chaltén / Glacier National Park: From our base in El Chaltén we take a full-day hike within Glacier National Park's northern tip, home to the third largest ice field on earth. Hike to Laguna de Los Tres to fully appreciate majestic Cerro Fitzroy/Chaltén (3441m / 11286 ft) and to Laguna Torre for inspiring Patagonian views. Bus back to El Calafate on Day 5.

Day 6-9 Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine National Park (2B,2L,2D):
Travel south again along unpaved roads to the border of Chile. Enjoy a relaxing evening in scenic Puerto Natales before camping for two days among the dramatic granite pillars that dominate the landscape in Paine National Park. Take day hikes from our camp to observe the striking scenery of this protected area, home to a variety of animal and plant life. Back in Puerto Natales in the afternoon of Day 9.

Day 10 Punta Arenas:
Punta Arenas is Chile's southernmost city, facing the Straits of Magellan. You will have time to explore this lively city and visit a penguin colony at Otway Sound.

Day 11-13 Ushuaia / Beagle Channe:
The southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia is your base for a cruise of the islands and inlets of the Beagle Channel to observe its interesting marine wildlife.

Day 14 Buenos Aires: Fly to Buenos Aires for a final night in the city. Known as the ‘Paris of the Americas,’ Buenos Aires is a vibrant city full of life and an optional visit to a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías is a great way to finish off your adventure.

Day 15 Depart Buenos Aires
meal_key B - breakfast
L - lunch
D - dinner

DEPARTURE DATES

Starts Ends
09 February 2008 23 February 2008
16 February 2008 01 March 2008
23 February 2008 08 March 2008
01 March 2008 15 March 2008
08 March 2008 22 March 2008
15 March 2008 29 March 2008
29 March 2008 12 April 2008
11 October 2008 25 October 2008
18 October 2008 01 November 2008
25 October 2008 08 November 2008
01 November 2008 15 November 2008
08 November 2008 22 November 2008
15 November 2008 29 November 2008
22 November 2008 06 December 2008
29 November 2008 13 December 2008
06 December 2008 20 December 2008
13 December 2008 27 December 2008
20 December 2008 03 January 2009
27 December 2008 10 January 2009

TRAVEL STYLE

originalOriginal adventures attract travellers seeking the authentic and unique experience only available on our small group adventures. Variety is the key on Original adventures. We epitomize the spirit of off the beaten track travel by making use of varied and interesting transportation and accommodation. These tours are the essence of the G.A.P Adventures grassroots travel philosophy.
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*All Rand prices have been calculated at 1USD=ZAR8.00 or 1GBP=ZAR16.00 and are subject to change according to currency fluctuations
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