FROM USD 175
Float 12 km down the Río de las Vueltas, with Class I rapids, mountain scenery, safety gear, and a countryside picnic.
Enjoy a low-difficulty float on the Río de las Vueltas, a relaxed river experience with Class I rapids. Meet your guide at Comarka’s base in El Chaltén and travel 21 km along Route 41 to the launch point at Mirador Laguna Cóndor. After a safety briefing, float approximately 12 km through shallow, winding waters, with views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Eléctrico. The 1.5 to 2-hour navigation includes a countryside picnic stop and ends at Mirador del Fitz Roy. A transfer returns you to Comarka’s base. The activity is for participants aged 7 to 75 and takes approximately 5 hours in total.
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Meeting Point at Comarka’s Base | 8:45 AM
Meet at Comarka Rafting & Kayak, Av. San Martín 625, El Chaltén. Your guide will provide the equipment and explain how to use it.
Transfer to Mirador Laguna Cóndor
Travel approximately 21 km along Route 41 to the starting point. Once there, finish getting equipped and attend the technical and safety briefing.
Float on the Río de las Vueltas | Approximately 1.5 to 2 Hours
Begin the float from the right bank of Laguna Cóndor. Follow approximately 12 km of shallow, winding river, with views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Eléctrico. The duration depends on river flow and wind conditions.
Countryside Picnic
Stop during the route for the included picnic. It includes beef cooked on a disc with vegetables, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks. A vegetarian option with sautéed vegetables and dips is available.
Landing at Mirador del Fitz Roy and Return to El Chaltén
Disembark at Mirador del Fitz Roy, approximately 10 km from El Chaltén, then transfer back to Comarka’s base. The scheduled return is approximately 2:00 PM.
Operating season: October 1 to April 30. Departures are listed as daily, subject to availability.
| Duration: | AM |
|---|---|
| Cancellation Policy: | 72 Hours Cancellation Policy |
| Availability: | October 1 to April 30 |
| Starting Time: | 8:45 AM |
| Finishing Time: | Approximately 2:00 PM |
| Pick Up: | Meeting Point |
| Drop Off: | Meeting Point |
| Language: | English, Spanish |
| Maximum Group Size: | 8 |
| Minimum Booking: | 1 |
There's no optionals available for this excursions. Let us know if you need anything on your booking.
If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.
In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:
This activity operates on daily departures from November 1 to March 31. It remains active on December 24 and December 31, but it isn’t available on December 25th and January 1st.
Participants must be between 7 and 75 years old.
Please bring a change of clothes, towel, and comfortable footwear for after the activity. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing sunglasses and sunscreen.
Meet at Comarka’s base at Av. San Martín 625, in El Chaltén. Hotel pick-up is not included.
For most recreational departures, previous experience is not required unless the product specifically states otherwise. Guides provide a briefing and explain basic technique before entering the water.
Wind is one of the main variables in Patagonia. It can affect route, pace, comfort and, occasionally, whether the activity can operate safely. Guides make decisions based on real conditions on the day.
Safety procedures and equipment are designed for that possibility. Follow the guide’s briefing carefully and stay calm; the team will explain the appropriate recovery procedure before the activity begins.
There is always some chance of spray or water exposure. Keep valuables in protected storage or waterproof packaging and follow the operator’s clothing instructions.
The itinerary describes a relaxed float of about 1.5 to 2 hours on calm water. Follow the guide’s directions and confirm participation requirements.
Usually yes, but only with suitable waterproof protection and secure attachment. For valuable equipment, ask the operator which storage options are available before departure.
Yes. Patagonia’s lakes and rivers remain scenic in changing weather, and cloud cover can create dramatic mountain light. Safety conditions matter more than sunshine.
Guides normally organize participants according to safety, equipment and the type of craft. The exact configuration may vary depending on group size and operating conditions.
This depends on the specific activity and operator requirements. Even when flotation equipment is provided, travelers who cannot swim should declare this before booking so suitability can be confirmed.
Paddling provides a quieter, more immersive perspective at water level and adds an active component to the scenery. It is ideal for travelers who want more participation than a standard panoramic excursion.
Once you’ve completed your booking and payment, you’ll receive a confirmation of your purchase. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive the voucher you’ll need to participate in the activity.
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