PATAGONIA FULL ADVENTURE :  SANTIAGO TO USHUAIA

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Paso Libertadores (3,200m) – Cross the Andes at lung-busting altitudes, where snow clings to volcanic slopes.
• Winery Hotel in Mendoza – Toast Day 2’s victories with Malbecs as bold as the roads ahead.
• Route 40’s Ghost Stretches – Ride Argentina’s spine through deserts where guanacos outnumber people.
• Los Alerces National Park – Ancient forests, turquoise lakes, and roads carved for GS handlebars.
• Villa O’Higgins – The end of Route 7, where Chile’s highways surrender to wilderness.
• Mount Fitz Roy Trek – Swap engines for boots on a hike to Patagonia’s jagged crown.
• Perito Moreno Glacier – Boat beneath 60m ice walls that crack like thunder.
• Torres del Paine – Granite spires, condor nests, and roads that belong on a postcard (if postcards were 100km/h).
• Magellan Strait Ferry – Cross waters once navigated by doomed explorers.
• Ushuaia – Plant your wheels at the “End of the World”—then ride further south than roads allow.

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FULL DAILY ITINERARY

*(5,920 km | 80% Pavement, 20% Dirt)*

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Day 1: Santiago, Chile

• Arrival & Briefing
  • Gear up in Chile’s cosmopolitan capital. Welcome dinner with pisco sours and a briefing under the shadow of the Andes.

Day 2: Santiago → Mendoza, Argentina (359 km)

• Andean Ascent
  • Conquer Paso Libertadores (3,200m), snaking through 29 hairpins with snow-capped peaks as your backdrop.
  • Reward: Sleep at a luxury winery hotel in Mendoza—Malbec tastings included.

Day 3: Mendoza → Bardas Blancas (380 km)

• Route 40’s Opening Act
  • Enter Argentina’s legendary spine: endless straightaways flanked by red-rock mesas.
  • Challenge: Crosswinds that push bikes into oncoming lanes.

Day 4: Bardas Blancas → Zapala (420 km)

• Desert Symphony
  • Ride past salt flats and fossil beds where dinosaurs once roamed.
  • Terrain: Cracked pavement, sudden gravel patches.

Day 5: Zapala → Bariloche (310 km)

• Lakes District Prelude
  • Skirt Nahuel Huapi Lake, swapping desert for alpine forests.
  • Evening: German-inspired breweries and chocolate shops.

Day 6: Bariloche → Futaleufú (290 km)

• Andean Rainforests
  • Cross back into Chile via Cardenal Samoré Pass.
  • Highlight: Route 7’s emerald rivers and moss-draped trails.

Day 7: Futaleufú → Coyhaique (220 km)

• Carretera Austral’s Heart
  • Tackle gravel switchbacks through Queulat National Park.
  • Danger: Blind corners with 100m drops.

Day 8: Coyhaique (Rest Day)

• Recover & Explore
  • Fly-fish in glacial rivers or hike to Cerro Castillo’s jagged spires.
  • Evening: Feast on cordero al palo (fire-roasted lamb).

Day 9: Coyhaique → Puerto Río Tranquilo (240 km)

• Marble Caves Detour
  • Cruise turquoise waters to Capillas de Mármol—nature’s cathedral.
  • Road Warning: Loose gravel near General Carrera Lake.

Day 10: Puerto Río Tranquilo → Villa O’Higgins (180 km)

• End of the Line
  • Reach Villa O’Higgins, where Route 7 dissolves into fjords.
  • Exclusive: Stamp your passport at “Road’s End.”

Day 11: Villa O’Higgins → Lago Posadas (210 km)

• Patagonian Steppe
  • Navigate cattle trails and guanaco herds on Argentina’s backroads.
  • Sleep lakeside under skies ablaze with southern stars.

Day 12: Lago Posadas → Estancia La Angostura (190 km)

• Gaucho Country
  • Ride alongside working estancias; dodge sheep driven by horsemen.
  • Bonus: Asado dinner with ranch hands.

Day 13: Estancia La Angostura → El Chaltén (280 km)

• Fitz Roy’s Call
  • Enter Los Glaciares National Park.
  • Evening: Sunset hike to Laguna Capri (Fitz Roy’s mirrored reflection).

Day 14: El Chaltén → El Calafate (220 km)

• Glacier Day
  • Cruise Perito Moreno Glacier’s face—60m ice walls calving with thunder.
  • Pro Tip: Whiskey on glacial ice for the ‘gram.

Day 15: El Calafate (Rest Day)

• Optional Adventures
  • Ice trek on the glacier or horseback ride with gauchos.

Day 16: El Calafate → Torres del Paine (150 km)

• Patagonia’s Crown Jewel
  • Ride into Torres del Paine National Park—granite towers, azure lakes.
  • Caution: Guanacos dart across roads.

Day 17: Torres del Paine (Excursion Day)

• Hike the Horns
  • Trek to Base Torres or horseback through pampas.
  • Evening: Churrasco BBQ and Austral beer.

Day 18: Torres del Paine → Cerro Sombrero (370 km)

• Windburn Therapy
  • Race across Magellanic steppe, battling 80km/h headwinds.
  • Sleep in Chile’s southernmost mainland village.

Day 19: Cerro Sombrero → Ushuaia, Argentina (270 km)

• The End of the World
  • Ferry across the Magellan Strait—waters once braved by Shackleton.
  • Pose at Ushuaia’s iconic “Fin del Mundo” sign.

Day 20: Ushuaia (Rest Day)

• Tierra del Fuego
  • Explore the Beagle Channel or ride the Tren del Fin del Mundo.

Day 21: Ushuaia → Punta Arenas, Chile (580 km)

• Final Sprint
  • Blast north through King Penguin colonies and peat bogs.
  • Farewell dinner: Centolla (king crab) feast.

Day 22: Punta Arenas → Santiago (Flight)

• Return to Civilization
  • Fly north, lungs still full of Patagonian air.

(Full itinerary with distances/descriptions available on request.)

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CLIMATE

Summer in Patagonia means:

• North (Pucón): 7–20°C (45–67°F) – Crisp mornings, sunburn afternoons.
• South (Ushuaia): 4–12°C (40–54°F) – Antarctic winds that’ll test your grip.
• Winds: Gusts up to 100 km/h—lean into them or get knocked sideways.
• Rain: Less than the myths claim, but waterproof gear is non-negotiable.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

✓ Big-Bore Adventure Bikes – Africa Twin, BMW R 1250 GS, F 850 GS, or F 750 GS.
✓ Flight: Punta Arenas → Santiago – Skip the 3,000km backtrack.
✓ 22 Nights’ Lodging – Rustic estancias, 3-star hotels, and a winery splurge.
✓ Meals: 22 breakfasts, 16 riding lunches, 6 group dinners.
✓ Support Crew – Leader, driver, paramedic—your Patagonia guardians.
✓ Exclusive Access – Glacier boat cruise, national park entries, Wi-Fi on the move.

WHAT’S NOT

✗ Flights to Chile – Get here; we handle the rest.
✗ Bike Insurance – Optional excess reduction (recommended).
✗ Most Dinners – Dine with the group or explore solo.
✗ Tips – Crew deserves applause (budget $10–15/day).

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MOTORCYCLES & PRICING

• Pillion/Passenger: $8,589 USD (3 SEATS ONLY)
• BMW F 750 GS: $12,990 USD (4X AVAILABLE)
• BMW F 850 GS: $13,802 USD (4X AVAILABLE)
• BMW R 1250 GS: $14,390 USD (5X AVAILABLE)
• Honda Africa Twin: $14,340 USD (4X AVAILABLE)

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OUR RIDING PHILOSOPHY

Freedom, Trust, and the Open Road
Patagonia’s remote highways offer a rare gift: the freedom to ride without constant oversight. Unlike Europe or North America, there are no speed traps, traffic cameras, or police checkpoints here—just you, your bike, and the horizon.

What this means:

• Ride Your Ride: Set your own pace. Cruise leisurely to soak in views or throttle up on safe straights—your choice.
• Safety First: While rules are few, consequences are real. Medical help is hours away, so self-discipline is non-negotiable.
• Support When Needed: Our crew trails the group with mechanics, medics, and snacks. Need a breather? Hop in the support vehicle.

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NOT READY FOR PATAGONIA? START HERE:

Beginner-Friendly Adventures
If this tour feels like a stretch, join our entry-level expeditions to build skills in safer (but equally stunning) terrain:

• Ecuador: Ride the Avenue of Volcanoes – Gravel basics amid snow-capped peaks. Running now!
• Colombia: Coffee Region & Andes Foothills – Smooth dirt roads and warm hospitality. Launching 2026!
• Brazil: Chapada Diamantina – Waterfalls, caves, and beginner-friendly trails. Coming soon!

Why start small?
These tours teach you to:
✔ Master gravel on lighter bikes (ROYAL ENFIELDS HIMALAYAN 450, BMW 750 GS).
✔ Navigate river crossings without panic.
✔ Build stamina for future Patagonia-level adventures.

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RIDER SELF-CHECK

Ask Yourself:

*“Can I handle 50 km of hardpack gravel with loose stones, sudden ruts, and gusts strong enough to shift my bike mid-corner… while staying calm if a herd of guanacos blocks the road?”*

If this thrills you (and you’ve tackled similar terrain), Patagonia awaits. If not, Ecuador’s volcanoes are calling.

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FINAL WORD

This tour is for riders who crave autonomy but respect risk. If you’re ready to test your skills on roads where the only limits are your own, join us.

Not there yet?
Ecuador, Colombia, and Brazil offer softer landings—and equally epic vistas. Train hard, ride smart, and we’ll see you in Patagonia next season.

5,920 km. 2 countries. 1 question:
Are you hard enough for the “End of the World”?