EcoAdventures Patagonia Tours

Paine National Park

Rio Serrano 2018-2019 For booking and more information call toll free: 1-800-325-5026 email: [email protected] or visit: www.ecoadventures.com/hotels/rioserranolodgehotel.php

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Rio Serrano gets its name after the sinuous , which is

Sound.

Its unique location, in front of the Torres del Paine and surrounded by an astonishing nature, gives the perfect amalgam of design, quality and comfort keeping in mind the fragile ecosystem.

The decoration of Rio Serrano Hotel is both warm and cosy with architectonical lines that merge fineness and rustic. They have been designed to provide that unique home atmosphere. Wood and stone make the perfect blend, that together with a fireplace set scene of pure relaxation.

The hotel is surrounded by a breathtaking natural beauty which has spectacular view from all our facilities. The spacious areas give emphasis to elegance and quality assuring a quiet and peaceful

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ALL INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS

05th September 2018 - 28th April, 2019

LOW SEASON (05th September, 2018 14st October 2018 / 01st April, 2019 28th April, 2019) Addicional Nights Category Single Double Triple Child bed STD 816 656 456 - 1 NIGHT SUP 887 697 - 507 265 SUP C/BALCONY 968 743 - - STD 1.292 992 897 - 2 NIGHTS SUP 1.435 1.075 - 817 529 SUP C/BALCONY 1.596 1.168 - - STD 1.892 1.431 1284 - 3 NIGHTS SUP 2.107 1.555 - 1.159 794 SUP C/BALCONY 2.349 1.694 - - STD 2.489 1.887 1.698 - 4 NIGHTS SUP 2.775 2.054 - 1.542 1.058 SUP C/BALCONY 3.097 2.239 - - STD 3.126 2.365 2.124 - 5 NIGHTS SUP 3.483 2.572 - 1.922 1.323 SUP C/BALCONY 3.887 2.804 - - STD 3.637 2.734 2.478 - 6 NIGHTS SUP 4.065 2.984 - 2.301 1.587 SUP C/BALCONY 4.549 3.261 - - STD 4.280 3.216 2.882 - 7 NIGHTS SUP 4.780 3.509 - 2.600 1.852 SUP C/BALCONY 5.344 3.833 - -

* Rates per person.

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ALL INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS 05th September 2018 - 28th April, 2019

HIGH SEASON (15th October , 2018 22th December 2018 / 04th January, 2019 31st March, 2019) Addicional Nights Category Single Double Triple Child bed STD 890 698 488 - 1 NIGHT SUP 979 750 - 556 265 SUP C/BALCONY 1.077 807 - - STD 1.492 1.129 1.012 - 2 NIGHTS SUP 1.669 1.231 - 910 529 SUP C/BALCONY 1.865 1.345 - - STD 2.165 1.694 1.431 - 3 NIGHTS SUP 2.431 1.764 - 1.268 794 SUP C/BALCONY 2.724 1.935 - - STD 2.837 2.111 1.875 - 4 NIGHTS SUP 3.191 2.314 - 1.672 1.058 SUP C/BALCONY 3.583 2.542 - - STD 3.548 2.630 2.334 - 5 NIGHTS SUP 3.991 2.886 - 2.068 1.323 SUP C/BALCONY 4.481 3.170 - - STD 4.131 3.043 2.720 - 6 NIGHTS SUP 4.663 3.349 - 2.472 1.587 SUP C/BALCONY 5.250 3.690 - - STD 4.850 3.569 2.790 - 7 NIGHTS SUP 5.470 3.925 - 2.790 1.852 SUP C/BALCONY 6.155 4.323 - -

* Rates per person.

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ALL INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS 05th September 2018 - 28th April, 2019

END OF YEAR (December 23rd, 2018 to 03rd January, 2019) Addicional Nights Category Single Double Triple Child bed STD 1.335 1.181 789 -

1 NIGHT SUP 1.469 1.301 - 1.075 304 SUP C/BALCONY 1.616 1.399 - - STD 2.114 1.786 1.550 -

2 NIGHTS SUP 2.376 2.006 - 1.200 607 SUP C/BALCONY 2.655 2.192 - - STD 2.666 2.173 1.891 - 3 NIGHTS SUP 2.996 2.442 - 1.495 911 SUP C/BALCONY 3.358 2.678 - -

STD 3.208 2.561 2.228 - 4 NIGHTS SUP 3.604 2.878 - 1.765 1.214 SUP C/BALCONY 4.046 3.160 - - STD 3.724 2.914 2.534 - 4.184 3.274 - 2.006 5 NIGHTS SUP 1.518 SUP C/BALCONY 4.697 3.596 - - STD 4.229 3.254 2.831 - 6 NIGHTS SUP 4.752 3.656 - 2.242 1.822

SUP C/BALCONY 5.350 4.029 - - STD 4.770 3.618 3.148 - 7 NIGHTS SUP 5.359 4.066 - 2.492 2.125

SUP C/BALCONY 6.030 4.478 - -

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ALL INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS 05th September 2018 - 28th April, 2019

PROGRAM INCLUDES • Accommodation in selected room. • Transfer IN/OUT from Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales / Cerro Castillo to Hotel Río Serrano (round trip) • Entry fees to National Park Torres del Paine. • Bilingual staff guided excursions (according to established list) • Welcome drink. • Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. (accompanied by beverages: juices, waters, soft drinks or house wine per glass) • Open Bar (except Premium Liqueurs). • 35% discount on massage services, non-transferable service and not available for children. • WIFI in rooms and common areas. • Access to SPA with heated pool. • End of the year program: included special dinner for Christmas or New Year.

PROGRAM NOT INCLUDE • Liquors, wines and Premium beers with values above $10 • Transfers out of schedule. • Laundry. • Tips. • Phone calls.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDED

-Full Day Paine. -Half Day Trekking Salto Serrano. -Half Day Trekking Aonikenk. -Full Day Trekking Las Torres Base. -Half Day Trekking Hidden Lagoon. -Half Day Trekking Sarmiento. -Full Day Trekking Chacabuco. -Half Day Trekking Condor -Half Day Nutria horseback riding 1 -Half Day Trekking Mount Ferrier viewpoint. or 2 hrs. Viewpoint. -Half Day Trekking Cuernos -Half Day Trekking Grey Beach. -Half Day Trekking Pingo. viewpoint.

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REGULAR TRANSFER SERVICE

SERVICIO IN SCHEDULES SERVICIO OUT SCHEDULES

Punta Arenas Airport / Rio Rio Serrano Hotels / Punta 09.00 and 14.00 08.00 and 11.00 Serrano Hotel Arenas Airport and hotels

Hotels located in Punta Arenas 08.30 and 13.30 Rio Serrano Hotel / Puerto / Rio Serrano Hotel Natales Airport In flights scheduled

Puerto Natales Airport / Rio 13.00 and 17.00 Serrano Hotel Rio Serrano Hotel / Hotels or bus terminal Puerto 08.00 and 11.00 Natales Hotel sor bus terminal Puerto 13.00 and 17.00 Natales / Rio Serrano Hotel Rio Serrano Hotel /Cerro Castillo (border) 07.00 Cerro Castillo (border) / Rio 12.00 Serrano Hotels

• Transfers are scheduled at the fixed time mentioned. Passengers arriving in earlier flights must use the

transfer with the corresponding departure. • Transfers In includes Box lunch / Transfer Out a snack. • Open bar includes water, soft drinks, juices, house wine and house liqueurs per glass up to US$10 • Transfer IN / OUT to El Calafate, Navigation Grey and Balmaceda & Serrrano, paying an additional price.

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EXCURSIONS

FULL DAY PAINE Difficulty: Low Duration: 8 1/2 hrs Departure time: 08:30 hrs

This is an excellent option to discover most of the areas of the National Park. Lakes, rivers, colourful flowing cascades, and the majestic Paine Massif together with the surrounding flora and fauna will be the excursion. On its way towards , you will stop to appreciate the views of the swaying Serrano River course together with the beauty of the same named local town.

Guardería Grey will be the starting point of the trek following the imposing path the glacier once left. The lake is known for the striking huge ice blocks resting on its waters. You will then connect with the main stream of this fluvial area called . This river will be its of the Park. You will be amazed by the turquoise coloured waters of Lake Pehoé situated nearby Pudeto, and after a short hike you will be faced with the magnificent views of Lake Nordenskjold plummeting into the will also encounter the famous Paine Horns. Its journey will continue with the enjoyment of various aspects of the mountain range, as well as the exquisite views of Lake Sarmiento, the largest in the National Park. Here the Patagonian steppe invites herds of Guanacos to run freely through the clear forests. By this stage you will have reached the north/east area, just outside the park to

Laguna Amarga, where weather permitting, the lake will act as a mirror to the renowned Torres del Paine. Laguna Amarga shores feed the elegant flamingos on the algae and plankton that live beneath its waters. Following its adventure you continue to be in awe by the spectacular Cascada Paine, as its unique fall flows into Laguna Azul the last location of the trip, ending the day with an unforgettable view to the magic that is Torres del Paine.

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EXCURSIONS

TREKKING LAS TORRES BASE Difficulty: High (steep) Duration: 11 1/2 hrs Walking Distance: 20,4 Km (12,5 mi) 9 hrs Departure time: 07:30 hrs

You will begin its day by moving to the eastern area of Torres del Paine National Park, in the direction of Estancia Cerro Paine. After a short walk you will cross the suspension bridge at the Ascencio River water flow originating up the valley and named after the renowned bandit of Patagonia at the beginning of last century. Its first next challenge begins with a slow pace uphill to reach the 500 meter mark base of Monte Almirante Nieto. During this trekking journey, you will see the Nordenskjöld Lake surrounded by Notros or Ciruelillos. At the end of this first ascent, Ascencio Valley will come into sight and show its full magnificence and splendor Further to its adventure and crossing the Chilean Refuge located on the banks of the Ascencio River, you will walk through a centenary forest of Lengas (Nothofagus Pumilio). As you depart this forest, you begin the last ascent stage up the valley, taking us to the base of the frontal moraine left by the old advance of the Torres Glacier. From here, you will slowly trek a marked path by the moraine. And as this is the final stretch of you excursion, you will finally enjoy the belonged views of the majestic Torres del Paine, and Torres Lake. This location serves its well deserved lunch break and then you begin its descent and return.

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TREKKING CHACABUCO Difficulty: High Duration: 8 hrs Walking Distance: 21 km (13,04 mi) Departure time: 08:00 am Patagonia is synonymous with peace and vastness throughout all its territory. This mountainous cord represents an unbeatable option to nd both virtues of this remote land. You will appreciate the snowy rocky peaks and glaciers of the area that surround this unknown but shocking place, next to the great Ultima Esperanza fjord that gets lost behind the mountains. During the ascent, you can be accompanied by beautiful condors, who watch over their territories as true kings of the highest of heights.

TREKKING MONTE FERRIER VIEWPOINT Difficulty: High Duration: 5 hrs Walking Distance: 5 km (3,1 mi) 4 hrs Departure time: 08:00 hrs o 14.00 hrs

An unforgettable alternative for anyone with a passion for summit of Mount Ferrier is located at 600mts above sea level, at 700 mts height a trek to this excellent lookout is achievable for anyone in a good physical condition, and able to cope with an uphill path winding through abundant local vegetation. As you reach this lookout, you are captivated by stunning landscape views of gorgeous lakes, icebergs and mountains within the National Park. Glaciers are in sight like the Pingo and the Grey together with the Paine Massif. This trek is without doubt an enjoyable and memorable experience.

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EXCURSIONS

TREKKING PINGO Difficulty: Medium Duration: 4 hrs Walking distance: 6,5km (4 mi) 3 hrs Departure time: 08:30hrs ó 14:30hrs

Bordering the Pingo River, this valley will offer every inch of its beautiful attractions; new views of the Macizo Paine and one of the most humid and green areas of the park. You will distinguish the flora and lush vegetation surrounding the forests of Nothofagus (Lenga, Ñirre and Magellan Coigue). You will conclude the excursion at a beautiful waterfall, half hidden by the dense vegetation and spilling crystalline streams of clear water through the extraordinary rock formations.

Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs Distance walked: 6 km (3.7 mi) 2.5 hrs Departure time: 15:00hrs

An exquisite mix of views of the Serrano River, virgin forests and birds associated with this type of environment, always in an environment of peaceful solitude. On the peak of this light walk, you will reach a slight dip in the river, forming a small but marvelous fall, finishing up with the beautiful Donoso peak next to you and in the background an unbeatable view of the amazing Paine Massif.

TREKKING HIDDEN LAGOON Difficulty: Low Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes Departure time: 15:00 hrs.

You leave the hotel on foot heading south; towards the Chacabuco Range on which you still start a 1 hour trekking that will take you through a wonderful Lenga forest, the predominant tree of the area, until you arrive to a beautiful lagoon called Hidden Lagoon. Once there, you as well as the Villa Serrano, with the chance to see an assortment of local birds, such as the sierra-finch, thrushes, sparrows and the majestic condor. On the way back, you take the same path towards to hotel.

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TREKKING CONDOR VIEWPOINT Difficulty: Medium - High Duration: 3 hrs Time of departure: 09:00 hrs or 15:00 hrs

Starting at Camping Pehoé and then later ascending for 1 hour you will reach one of the most incredible views the park has to offer. You will set eyes on everything that surrounds the Paine Massif: its lakes, rivers, flora and fauna, as well as the intense colour of Lake Pehoé. With some luck, you might get a glimpse of the powerful condor, either flying over you or perched on a rock wall close to its path. This viewpoint will expose yo setting it apart from many other places in the world.

TREKKING CUERNOS VIEWPOINT Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs Walking distance: 6 km (4 mi) 2 hrs

Departure time: 09:00 hrs ó 15.00 hrs

If a simple, gentle walk is what you are looking for, then this is a perfect excursion to choose. You take you through the central area of the National Park where you are able to appreciate the flora (a great variety of earthy native bushes and shrubs), the Massif with its 3050 mts height, the stunning yet peculiar Horns, the Valley and French Glacier and the 2 largest and most beautiful lakes in the park; Nordenskjold and Pehoé. These lakes are separated by an impressive waterfall; , a must see natural picturesque sight for all who visit Torres del Paine National Park.

TREKKING AONIKENK Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 5 hrs Walking distance: 7 km (4,3 mi) 3 hrs Departure time: 08:00 hrs ó 14.00 hrs

If your love for nature brings you to Patagonia, then this excursion is an incredible opportunity to fully appreciate the local flora, fauna (families of guanacos) and the Paine massif close by the Monte Almirante Nieto on the eastern side of the park. During its walk, you will cross 2 of the main entrances to the park (Amarga Sarmiento), culminating with views to the historic cave paintings from the natives that inhabited these lands - Aonikenks or Tehuelches. This journey has a very special anthropological touch and understanding of the land.

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EXCURSIONS

TREKKING SARMIENTO BEACH Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 3,5 hrs Walking distance: 5 km (3,1 mi) 2.5 hrs Departure time: 09:00 hrs ó 15:00 hrs

To reach Sarmiento you will journey through the central park area of pre-Andean scrubland. Whilst here you will appreciate groups of grazing guanacos (local animals of the Patagonian fauna). Then you will travel through Lake Sarmiento Chico reaching its destination, Lake Sarmiento; the largest lake in Torres del Paine National Park. This lake will stun viewers with its unique intense blue colour, calcium carbonate formations along its banks, and unique rock formations.

HALF DAY HORSEBACK RIDING NUTRIA RIVER Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 4 hrs Departure time: 09:00 hrs or 15:00 hrs.

Patagonia is known as the land of gauchos and horses, and what a great destination to connect with this practice. The Rio Serrano offers you the most perfect setting. You will ride to the converging waters of the , enjoying a display of both its different colours (due to glacial origins), and the amusing magnitude of the Paine Massif. You will then proceed to cross the Nutria River on horseback and enter the natural forest of Nothofagus. This is a great option for people with little or no experience on horse riding, let alone in the Patagonian terrain.

TREEKING GREY BEACH

Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs Departure time: 08:00 hrs

You begin your excursion from the hotel, towards area. You will do a trekking from the parking area to the shore of Grey beach. In this excursion, you will pass by the swinging bridge that crosses the Pingo River. Then you will go across of a Lenga forest and if you are lucky, you could see some deers. Once arrived at this place you could see some ice detachment of the Grey Glacier and also you will do a trekking around the peninsula, watching the ora that surrounds this place, and then you will arrive to a viewpoint to see the east part of the Grey Glacier.

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PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

INDIVIDUALS RESERVATIONS Payment: • 30 days before check in: 100% prepaid.

Cancellation Policy: • 30 days before check in: 100% penalty on the total value of the reservation.

GROUPS RESERVATIONS A number of 8 plus pax is considered a group. Payment: • 60 days before check in: 30% prepaid. • 30 days before check in: 100% prepaid.

Cancellation Policy: • 59 days or more before arrival: No Penalty. • 29 days before arrival: 100% penalty. *Changes to Low Season group reservations will be considered a cancellation and penalties will apply according to the appropriate policies.

RELEASE POLICY • 01 Single room, for every 15 rooms confirmed and paid for will be released. • For reservations of 05 rooms in All Inclusive format you will have a 50% discount in a single staff room.

CHILDREN POLICY • Children between 0 3 years of age are free when sharing a room with parents. • Children between 4 12 years of age must pay Additional Pax rate. • Maximum of 2 children per room sharing with parents in Superior Room basis. • Children 13+ pay adult rate. • Limited stock of cost but are available at no charge.

NOTES: * Check in: 16.00 pm * Check out: 12.00 pm *Low Season: 05th September, 2018 14st October, 2018 / April 01st , 2019 28th April, 2019. *High Season: October 15th, 2018 - 22th December, 2018 / 04th January, 2019 - 31th March, 2019. *End of year: December 23th 2018 to January 03rd, 2019 (review Program End of Year) * As Torres del Paine National Park is subject to strong winds, intense heat, rain or snow it is very important to wear the appropriate clothing for these conditions. Suggest you bring appropriate outdoor clothing (Woolen, sunglasses with uv protection, quick dry thermal legging / tights, water proof long pants (gore-tex), shorts, polar or fleece jacket, gloves, water proof jacket, trekking shoes, polar or polypropylene socks)

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