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Enjoy a wonderful horseback riding in Estancia Laguna Sofia, from Puerto Natales!
Explore the landscapes surrounding Laguna Sofía on a horseback riding experience near Puerto Natales.
After a welcome and safety briefing at the estancia, the riding team will assign your horse according to your experience and provide a helmet and riding gaiters.
The route passes through native forests and open landscapes, with views of Laguna Sofía, Cerro Benítez, and the Sierra Señoret. Continue toward the caves area before returning to the estancia.
The activity lasts approximately 3 hours, including preparation and instruction, with around 2 hours and 30 minutes spent riding. The route may be adjusted according to weather, terrain, and the group’s ability.
Transportation from Puerto Natales is not included in the base price and can be requested at an additional cost.
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Make your way to the confirmed meeting point at Estancia Laguna Sofía. If you have booked transportation from Puerto Natales, follow the pick-up instructions provided with your confirmation.
Meet the local riding team for a safety briefing and an introduction to handling your horse. Horses are assigned according to each participant’s experience and suitability.
Helmets and riding gaiters are provided before departure.
Set off through the estancia’s natural landscapes, combining native forests and open terrain. Along the route, enjoy views of Laguna Sofía, Cerro Benítez, and the Sierra Señoret.
Continue toward the caves area before following the return route to the estancia. The guide may adjust the itinerary and pace according to weather, ground conditions, and the group’s ability.
The activity finishes back at the estancia. Allow approximately 3 hours for the complete experience, including preparation and instruction, with around 2 hours and 30 minutes of riding.
If you have booked the optional return transfer, continue to Puerto Natales according to your confirmed arrangements.
| Duration: | AM or PM |
|---|---|
| Cancellation Policy: | 72 hs before your tour |
| Availability: | October 1 to April 30 |
| Starting Time: | 9:00 AM or 2:30 PM. Morning Departure in October and April: 10:00 AM |
| Finishing Time: | Approximately 3 Hours After the Activity Starts |
| Pick Up: | Meeting Point |
| Drop Off: | Meeting Point |
| Language: | Spanish |
| 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:
a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.
This activity is only available from October 1st to April 30th.
Allow approximately 3 hours at the estancia, including preparation, equipment, and riding instructions. The time spent on horseback is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Optional transportation from Puerto Natales adds travel time.
The minimum age is 4 years. Please provide each child’s age when booking so that the riding team can assess suitability and arrange the appropriate horse and assistance.
Yes. The maximum rider weight is 110 kg. Please provide your weight and height when booking so that the riding team can assign a suitable horse.
Previous experience is not required. You will receive riding instructions before departure, and the team will assign a horse according to your experience and suitability. Please indicate your riding experience when booking.
The riding team considers each participant’s experience, confidence, height, and weight when assigning horses. Please provide these details when booking and follow the team’s instructions during preparation.
The pace depends on terrain, group ability and safety conditions. Scenic Patagonia rides generally prioritize control and landscape enjoyment rather than speed.
Tell the guide immediately. Guides can provide additional instruction, adjust your position in the group and help you ride more comfortably.
You will receive instructions before the ride, but horseback riding requires balance and can cause discomfort or muscle soreness. Tell the guide if you feel nervous or uncomfortable so that they can assist you.
Yes. Wind, rain, snow, ground conditions or visibility may require route adjustments. Safety and animal welfare take priority over following a fixed path.
Horseback riding can place stress on the back, hips and knees. Travelers with relevant conditions should consult a medical professional and ask the operator about suitability before booking.
It connects the landscape with the region’s rural and gaucho traditions and can reach viewpoints or open terrain in a way that feels very different from traveling by vehicle.
Yes, but only when it is safe to do so. It is better to stop the horse or wait for a designated pause rather than handling a phone or camera while moving.
Guides normally keep the group at a pace appropriate to the least experienced riders. The priority is a safe shared experience rather than advanced riding.
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.
If you’ve booked an activity for the following day, don’t worry. We’ll make sure to send you the voucher before your activity begins.
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