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Andean Horseback Adventure |
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Day by day itinerary:
4 d/ 3 n
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INCLUDES: 3 nights lodging (2 at Hacienda & 1 camping * this can be changed if desired), meals (3 dinners, 3 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks), experienced guides in English, German, Spanish, safety helmet, sleeping bag (with hygienic inner liner), waterproof camera bag, Transport from La Serena to Hacienda Los Andes round tripNOT INCLUDED: beverages & tips
DEGREE OF
DIFFICULTY AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONING:
Medium. Although this trip is for non-experienced riders as well, it
will obviously be a bit more challenging for those new to the saddle.
You have to be able to handle 5-6 hours in the saddle. |
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1 To the Hacienda
At about 3:30 pm, we pick you up from
Vicuña or Ovalle, but if you wish a different time, let us know. It takes
us two hours to the Hacienda passing the wild mountainous landscape. At
our outdoor lodge, discover the surroundings such as wildly romantic
places to swim, pick exotic fruit, or enjoy the view into the valley in
the shade of a palm tree. Our Hacienda-cooking style uses only fresh
ingredients. After dinner, we enjoy the rest of the day in the garden
under a starlit night sky and have a glass of Chilean red wine.
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At about 9:30 am, we will prepare for
exploration. Our guides acquaint you with the riding horses, the riding
style and any safety precautions. We set off at 10:00 am after having
packed all we need for our trip into the wilderness. We pass through wild
plateaus and canyons, ride the endless Sierra and enjoy a picnic lunch and
an original Siesta. In the afternoon, we pass over heights of 2,000 metres.
Crystal-clear air allows magical views down the valleys of the Andes. We
camp in the oasis of the Andes called Maiten. In front of a camp fire, we
serve dinner. (Alternatively you are welcome to change this two-day ride
for two one-day rides starting at the Hacienda. Your overnight stay would
be at the Hacienda in cosy beds then.)
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DAY
3 The High Central Andes
We continue our trip after breakfast
of homemade bread and fresh goat's cheese. We ride the Maiten Sierra and
discover the extreme contrasts of nature. The minerals lets the Sierra
ashine in many different colours. You will be fascinated by the green
Algarobo trees, cactuses as high as yourself and the calm loneliness. When
riding back to the Hacienda, herdsmen with their goats might cross our
way. We arrive the civilisation of the Hacienda at 3:00 pm. Now it is time
for having a bath and a rest. Dinner is served in the garden.
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