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Trek Handbook 5 -14 February 2016 Contents Trek Handbook 5 -14 February 2016 Contents WELCOME PACK How your support makes a difference 3 DETAILED ITINERARY 4-6 THE CHALLENGE IN DETAIL 7 A typical trekking day .. 7 Communication 7 Weather 7 Average temperatures 7 Flights 7 Airport Tax/fuel surcharge 7 Hand luggage restrictions 8 Travelling with liquids 8 Accommodation 8 Drinks 8 Food 8 Vaccinations/medical 9 SunSmart 9 Insurance 10 Passports/visas 11 Money/Costs 11 Tips and gratuities 11 Optional tours and extensions 12 ATOL Invoice and luggage labels 12 Responsible tourism 12 CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT 1 3 GENERAL COUNTRY INFORMATION 14 USEFUL CONTACTS 15 AFTER THE EVENT 16 THANK YOU 17 Welcome Pack Congratulations on securing your place on Meningitis Now’s Patagonia Trek. We’re delighted you have chosen to join us on this amazing challenge to help raise money to fight meningitis. By taking part in this trek, you will be helping to raise vital money to fund research to eradicate meningitis, alongside funding practical and emotional support to all those whose lives have been sadly affected by the disease. This bespoke challenge promises to be the adventure of a lifetime; and the Meningitis Now team will be on hand to support you every step of the way to help ensure you reach your fundraising target of £3,950. Inside this booklet is everything you need to know about the challenge, so please read carefully before the event. How your support can make a difference Bahman contracted meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia in April 2011 when he was 53. As a result, the father of two had to have both arms and legs amputated. At first he struggled to imagine any kind of future, but he created a vision for himself and found the resolve not only to learn to walk again on prosthetic legs, but to complete a trek of the Great Wall of China in October 2012, and complete the Silverstone half marathon in March last year. We have supported Bahman throughout his incredible journey, and both he and his wife, Lesley, have benefited from our free counselling services. Welcome Pack | 3 The Itinerary Day 1– 5 February London – Buenos Aires Midday flight to Madrid, here we change planes and take an overnight flight to Buenos Aires. Day 2 – 6 February Buenos Aires – Bariloche After landing in Buenos Aires, we take an internal flight to Bariloche in the Patagonian Andes. From there we transfer to a hotel close to Nahuel Huapi Lake within the oldest national park in Argentina. It’s a spectacular area of lakes and has rivers carved from ancient glaciers dominated by the high mountain chain of the Andes. We have the afternoon free to explore and in the evening after dinner we hear more about the challenge ahead! Day 3 – 7 February Bariloche – Tramo El Tambo – Refugio San Martin approx. 18 km (5-7 hours) A stunning first day of trekking in Nahuel Huapi National Park, known for its raging rivers, snow-clad peaks and extensive forests. We start with a 30 minute transfer to Tramo El Tambo to join the trail. The morning is spent hiking alongside a crystal-clear river with a spectacular mountain vista backdrop. After a couple of hours we cross a bridge and the trail heads into thicker vegetation away from the river. In the afternoon the trail ascends towards our overnight accommodation in the heart of this great wilderness, we stay overnight in Refugio San Martin. Day 4 – 8 February Refugio San Martin – Lake Mascardi approx. 20 km (8 hours) We follow a remote trail and head deeper into Nahuel Huapi National Park. We trek through a pristine environment of sweeping valleys, soaring mountains and vast lakes. En-route we encounter several river crossings as well as the spectacular Los Témpanos Lagoon. Our destination is Lake Mascardi, a large body of emerald green water, caused by glacial sediments from the nearby Tronador volcano which we discover the next day. Day 5 – 9 February Lake Mascardi – Tronador Volcano – Pampa Linda approx. 14 km (3 hours) An exciting day as we climb to the base of Mount Tronador where we enjoy an amazing view of the summit and its spectacular glaciers. This extinct volcano stands at 3545 metres and is the highest mountain in the Argentinian Lake District. It is surrounded by approximately 37 square miles of ice, snow and glaciers, an impressive sight! Mount Tronador (Thunderer) was named after the rumbling noise produced by avalanches and ice falling from its mountain peaks. Its summit marks the boundary between Chile and Argentina. We stay overnight at the Hosteria Pampa Linda at the base of this incredible volcano. Time permitting there will be an optional tour to do horseback riding in the area. Welcome Pack | 4 Day 6 – 10 February Pampa Linda – Refugio Agostino Rocca approx. 14km (6 hours) Another memorable day of trekking in Argentina. We set off from Pampa Linda along the El Paso de las Nubes (Pass of the Clouds) with its wonderful views of Frías Glacier. Much of today is through Valdivian forest - dense bamboo and beech trees. Our destination is Refugio Agostino Rocca. Day 7 – 11 February Refugio Agostino Rocca – Frias lake – Puerto Blast – Bariloche approx. 17 km (10 hours) Today is the last day of this spectacular trek, we have an early start from the Refugio and head up to Frías lake which is approximately 14km. Lake Frías offers a dreamlike landscape of crystal clear and green water surrounded by trees. From here we take a boat transfer (approx. 30 minutes), on arrival we trek for 1 hour (approx 3km) to Puerto Blast. From here we sail on the incredible lake Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Pañuelo (approx. 1.5 hours), on arrival there is a short transfer to Bariloche to enjoy this incredible destination. Day 8 – 12 February Bariloche Free day with optional tours in Bariloche, this evening we come together for a special meal to celebrate our achievement at a traditional ‘quincho’ steak restaurant. Day 9 – 13 February Bariloche - London Free morning followed by an afternoon transfer (approx. 20 minutes) to the airport for our flight home. Day 10 – 14 February London Evening arrival back into the UK. Please note this is a complex itinerary which is subject to change. © Copyright Classic Tours Welcome Pack | 5 Flight times OUTBOUND 5 February Depart: London: 10.40am Arrive: Madrid: 14.10pm Airline: British Airways 5 February Depart: Madrid: 19.10pm Arrive: Buenos Aires: 04.20am (arrive next day 6 February) Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas 6 February Depart: Buenos Aires: 07.00am Arrive: Bariloche: 09.20am Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas RETURN 13 February Depart: Bariloche: 17.45pm Arrive: Buenos Aires: 19.50pm Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas 13/14 February Depart: Buenos Aires: 23.55pm Arrive: Madrid: 16.10pm (arrive next day 14 February) Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas 14 February Depart: Madrid: 19.40pm Arrive: London: 21.00pm Airline: British Airways Welcome Pack | 6 The Challenge in Detail A typical trekking day Most mornings will start at 7.00am with breakfast served from 7.30am. After a briefing by the guides, we should be ready to leave our accommodation by 8.00am. We will stop for regular breaks every 2-3 hours and time will be set aside for lunch. Communication The Classic Tours office will be in regular contact during the trek via the local portable phone system. Not all areas of the trek have phone coverage but there may be contact at the overnight accommodation. There will be long range satellite phones on the trek which can be used to call helicopter rescue or the UK if required. We recommend you take your mobile phone but you may not have signal on the trek. Weather Patagonia is known for its unpredictable weather conditions. This means it can be mild temperatures one day and snowstorms the next. Temperatures can drop as a result of quick changes to weather. Be prepared for cold, rain and heavy winds. We suggest you bring layers, walking boots, hats, waterproofs and dry bags to keep clothes and documents dry. A full kit list is included on page 13. Average temperatures Bariloche: 17-23C average daytime temperature, falling at night to approximately 3-5C Buenos Aires: 26-30C average daytime temperature Sunrise is around 06:30 (Argentina) Flights Flights will be confirmed approximately 10 months before departure and are arranged through scheduled airlines over which we have no control. Consequently we cannot be held responsible for any flight delays, cancellations or over bookings. A representative from Classic Tours will meet you at a pre-arranged place and hand out flight tickets, emergency contact cards, luggage labels (if not already posted) and the tourist card. Check in will be approx. 3 hours prior to departure. Airport Tax/fuel surcharge Current airport taxes and fuel surcharges are approximately £470. Exact charges will be known 8 weeks prior to departure and given at the point of the flight confirmation. Taxes are subject to change. Welcome Pack | 7 Luggage Passengers are allowed one item of hand baggage (7kg) and one item of checked luggage (23kg). Please pack medical supplies in your hand luggage along with wearing your trekking boots on the flight. Due to higher security on international flights, scissors, pen knives and other sharp objects should be packed in your main luggage, not in hand luggage. Travelling with liquids Everyone is strongly advised to pack any liquids not required whilst onboard the aircraft in their hold baggage. If anyone does need to travel with liquids, please note that all liquids must be in individual containers not greater than 100ml capacity. They must be placed in one transparent re-sealable bag, no larger than 20cm x 20cm (8 x 8") in size.
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