Self-guided cycling in Chiles Lake District

by Responsible Travel

Region

Lake District

Duration

11 days

Guided Status

Self-Guided

Difficulty

N/A

D-Score™

N/A - Unknown

Overview

Self-guided cycling in Chile's Lake District, offering a 11-day tailor-made experience. The package costs from £2,240 excluding flights and is available for departure any day between October, November, December, March, and April. Upgrades and shorter/longer rides are possible, with options to add guided walking, kayaking, or rafting.

Daily Ride Schedule

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

N/A

What's Included

Accommodation arrangements

About the Lake District

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.

GBP 2240

per person

Go to Provider

Why Choose This Tour?

The trip emphasizes sustainability and respect for the environment by utilizing bikes and minimizing reliance on vehicles.
The hotel in Puerto Varas is carbon neutral and involved in local sustainability campaigns.
Vegetarian and vegan food options are available, with a focus on local produce and recycling.
Emphasis on 'Leave No Trace' principles to avoid disturbing the natural environment.
Riders can learn about the unique flora, fauna, and ecosystems through route notes and local interactions.
Optional walks with a local Mapuche guide offer insights into their culture and harmonious living with the environment, showcasing Chile's wildlife and conservation efforts.
Designed to connect travelers with local culture and communities.
Stays in charming local guesthouses offer warm Chilean hospitality and home-cooked meals from local produce.
One guesthouse features gardens aimed at pollinators, and owners are open to conversation.
Utilizing small, locally owned accommodations and businesses ensures economic benefits stay within the community.
Opportunities to interact with people, learn about the history and culture of the Lake District, and visit remote settler communities for meals.
Includes a guided walking day in a private reserve with educational trails and detailed information on Alerce forests and conservation by an expert local mountain guide.
Features an indigenous Mapuche woman as the local high mountain walking and cultural guide, providing a fascinating insight into her culture and history.
Other local guides (female and male) are used for sea kayaking, mountaineering, walking, and rafting, all invested in active and nature tourism.

Self-guided cycling in Chiles Lake District