Year-End Festivities in Chile: Summer, Traditions, and Celebrations

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Experience the magic of Chilean year-end celebrations where summer meets tradition. From family dinners and festive rituals to vibrant firework shows in Valparaíso, discover how Chile welcomes the New Year with joy and hope in the stunning landscapes of Patagonia and beyond.

An Unusual Thaw: The Confluence of the Baker and Nef Rivers

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During our latest Signature Trip on the Carretera Austral, we uncovered how global warming is impacting the rivers and lakes of Chilean Patagonia. Discover the changes in snowmelt cycles that could significantly affect local wildlife and reflect on the urgent need to protect these pristine landscapes from the effects of climate change.

Chile Celebrates Fiestas Patrias

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Celebrate Chile's Fiestas Patrias with a unique Patagonian twist. Discover the differences between the huaso and gaucho, grill and spit barbecue, and the guitar vs. accordion in Chile's diverse cultural regions. Plan your 2025 Patagonia adventure now!

Why Patagonia is a Cold Desert

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Why Patagonia is a Cold Desert: Discover why Patagonia, despite its lush appearance, is considered a cold desert. Learn about its unique climate, the impact of the Andes, and the fascinating flora and fauna adapted to this harsh environment.

The 5 Patagonia's WH Questions

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Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Chilean Patagonia and get answers to the top five questions about this remote and stunning region. Learn about its location, the meaning of "Patagonia," the best time to visit, must-see destinations in Aysén, and top activities to do in Northern Patagonia. Plan your perfect adventure with our comprehensive guide.

Birdwatching in Aysén: Exploring the Biodiversity of Chilean Patagonia

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Discover the fascinating experience of birdwatching in the stunning region of Aysén, in Chilean Patagonia. Immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of one of the most pristine and magical landscapes in the southern hemisphere, while you explore the great diversity of birds that inhabit this unique region.

How do the Ayseninos prepare for a long and harsh winter?

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What for the majority may be a recreational activity, for the Ayseninos it is their daily bread when it comes to preparing for the coldest months of the year. That is why in Patagonia it is planned from the beginning of autumn, with tasks such as collecting wood and fruits, or equipping the car with chains to avoid accidents even in the quietest streets of the towns.

Discover the flavors of the Carretera Austral

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From the traditional lamb on a stick, to the enormous variety of fish from rivers and lakes, the Aysén region has many options to delight the palate of even the most demanding diners.

Adventure Luxury in Carretera Austral

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Recently AysenJourneys launched a new program that transcends the meaning of the word luxury. We wanted to provide an experience where every moment is a unique and unrepeatable jewel. An intangible treasure that will be kept in your memory and heart.

Patagonia National Park, a paradise in the middle of steppe landscapes

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Until recently, much of this pristine territory was conserved by the Thompson Foundation, now passing into the hands of the State in 2018. Visitors have plenty of options in this ecological conservation space: trekking, fly fishing, native fauna watching, camping, accommodation in hotels, among many other outdoor activities.

The rich cultural heritage of Puyuhuapi

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On the Carretera Austral Norte, and very close to the Queulat National Park, we find this magical town that has been built thanks to an ancient colonization by Germans and the hard work of the Huilliche and Chilote people. Today, this rich mix of traditions delights us in terms of gastronomy and architecture for those of us who visit this corner of Patagonia.

The majestic Cerro Castillo national park

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This national park located less than 100 kilometers south of Coyhaique offers us countless activities to do, most of them outdoors. In addition, it is one of the main habitats of the huemul, and it is quite a challenge to try to spot it, even from a vehicle on Carretera Austral.

THE TRADITIONAL GAUCHO HORSEBACK RIDERS (JINETEADAS) OF PATAGONIA

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A lot of adrenaline and a passionate audience is what you experience in this classic traditional festival that takes place in Puerto Ibáñez, on the Carretera Austral. The riders leave everything behind as they ride their indomitable horses, while dancing and singing to the rhythm of the chamamé.

THE TURBULENT WATERS OF GENERAL CARRERA LAKE

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The most desired activities of the Carretera Austral emerge in its surroundings, such as sailing to the Marble Caves and the Laguna San Rafael tour. That is why it is difficult to imagine a trip to Patagonia without experiencing the flavor of Chelenko, the name given by the Tehuelche people to the largest lake in Chile.

MOST POPULAR GLACIERS TO VISIT IN SOUTH CARRETERA AUSTRAL (PART 4)

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A trip to Tortel invites us to walk along its wooden footbridges next to the ocean, but the adventure is not complete there without visiting the closest natural jewel to this town on Carretera Austral. After a two-hour navigation we venture to the northern border of the Southern Ice Fields, in a remote area where there are surprises beyond the glacier itself.

MOST POPULAR GLACIERS TO VISIT IN SOUTH CARRETERA AUSTRAL (PART 2)

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This time we traveled to the imposing Exploradores Glacier. From Puerto Río Tranquilo, on Carretera Austral, one of the most popular tours in Aysén starts and takes us to the confines of the Northern Ice Fields. A walk through an evergreen forest takes us into the eternal ice of the Exploradores, in the Laguna San Rafael National Park.

PUERTO CRISTAL, THE HUMBERSTONE TO DISCOVER IN PATAGONIA

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Learn about the history of this ghost town (now a place of tourist interest) in the words of Sebastián Abeliuk, our journalist at Aysén Journeys, with a report published in various media, including Domingo magazine of El Mercurio.

COCHRANE, LAND OF PIONEERS AND ADVENTURE

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To the south of the Carretera Austral, this city of 3,000 inhabitants was the scene of the first European explorers who arrived in Patagonia during the 1920s. Today it is an important tourist pole thanks to its proximity to tourist attractions such as the Northern Ice Fields, lakes, Andean glaciers and large national parks.

THE QUEULAT HANGING GLACIER ON CARRETERA AUSTRAL NORTE

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Possessing a dazzling natural beauty, the Queulat National Park has become the most visited in the Aysén region. The ease of access and the wide variety of trails of different lengths and difficulties allow thousands of tourists to visit each year.

TIPS FOR A SAFE TRAVEL IN CARRETERA AUSTRAL SUR

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The route south from Coyhaique is magical. Traveling there reminds us of those past times when traveling along the Carretera Austral was quite an adventure, since many of its sections still remain unpaved and in poor condition. In this blog we tell you a little about what it is like to travel between the regional capital and the towns of Villa O'Higgins - Caleta Tortel.

CALETA TORTEL, THE TOWN WITHOUT STREETS

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Located very close to the mouth of the Baker River, this logging town is one of the main tourist spots on the Carretera Austral. The reason is simple: instead of having paved streets, its inhabitants have designed paths made of cypress wood that invite us to walk all over the place.

MARBLE CAVES, THE GEOLOGICAL JEWEL OF THE AUSTRAL ROAD

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Over millions of years nature carved a rock formation in Chilean Patagonia. Today, this attraction is top 5 in the preferences for travelers who come to visit General Carrera Lake. To get to the caves you must take a boat from Puerto Río Tranquilo.