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Classic Patagonia Treks Trip Notes
- Ways to Travel: Guided Group
- Destination: Argentina, Chile
- Programmes: Walking & Trekking
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Activity Level:
5 out of 7 - Challenging
- 13 Days: Land Only
- Ages: 18+
- Trip Code: TAF
Trip Overview
Unforgettable treks in Torres del Paine and the Fitzroy Massif
Experience the breathtaking landscapes of two classic trekking regions in Patagonia on both sides of the Chile-Argentina border. Challenging walks are rewarded with majestic views of lagoons, mountains and glaciers. See guanacos grazing and Andean condors soaring overhead, visit the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier, and find tranquility in the wilderness of Torres del Paine National Park. This is an essential trip for trekking enthusiasts that reveals the stunning glory of nature’s southern American wonderland.
At a Glance
- Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (hotels or hosterias), 4 Simple nights (refugios)
- Six days of walking
- Light backpacking necessary
- Good fitness required
- Altitude maximum: 2,950ft (900m); average: 655ft (200m)
- Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 18
Highlights
- Walk Patagonia's best trails, among mighty Andean peaks, glaciers and soaring condors
- Complete the famous W Trek over four days in Torres Del Paine National Park
- Stay in El Chalten, the trekking and climbing capital of Argentina
- Visit Perito Moreno Glacier and watch huge icebergs calve from the glacier into Lake Argentino
- Trek among the stunning granite peaks of the Fitzroy region
Is This Trip for You?
This trip is rated Activity Level 5 (Challenging). For more information on our trip gradings please visit the Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.
It is preferable to have experience of long walks in varied and irregular terrain. The walking is not dangerous or technically difficult, but you must be a confident walker with good fitness levels to manage the sections of ascent and long duration of the treks. There are four days where you have to carry all your belongings with you on the W Trek (see What to Take section in the Trip Notes and the daily itinerary for details) so it is recommended you pack lightly and are happy walking with a backpack.
Due to the unpredictability of the climate in southern Patagonia, you need to be prepared for walking in all conditions including strong wind. The weather can change extremely rapidly, making clothing and footwear choices important.
The regions we visit on the trip are very remote so prepare to spend time in areas where facilities and services are limited. Roads are mostly unpaved and although well-maintained they can be bumpy and dusty.
Internal flights are included. The flight times can be erratic and there can be last-minute schedule changes. Depending on flight availability, there may be a supplement to pay.
Walking hours stated are given as approximates only. Timings stated include lunch and photo stops and vary depending on the group’s pace.
You may find our Fitness Training Guide a useful reference.
Adult min age: 18
Min group size: 4
Max group size: 16
Itinerary
Land Only
- Start City: Santiago
- End City: Buenos Aires
Land Only Itinerary
Adventure Starts in Santiago
Our adventure kicks off in the cosmopolitan city of Santiago. Say hola to your leader and fellow travellers around 6pm, where we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventure ahead.
There are no activities planned today, but your leader will ensure a big Latin welcome by arranging dinner at a local restaurant for your first taste of Chilean hospitality.
Want to explore Santiago further? Additional pre-tour hotel nights are bookable through your sales representative.
Accommodation: Eurotel (or similar)
Fly to Puerto Natales
From Chile’s central valley we board a flight for the three and a half hour journey to Puerto Natales, which is followed by a 30 minute transfer from the airport to town. Located on the edge of Ultima Esperanza Fjord, Puerto Natales is a hotspot for trekkers due to its proximity to Torres del Paine National Park. Expect big views and a cosy welcome from the moment you arrive.
As there is an early morning start tomorrow we suggest sorting your luggage tonight and preparing a smaller bag that you will carry throughout the next four days of trekking in Chile. Excess luggage can be left securely during the W Trek – your tour leader will give further details and assistance.
Accommodation: Big Sur (or similar)
To Torres del Paine National Park for the start of the W Trek
We start early with a two hour transfer from Puerto Natales, emerging into the stunning landscapes of Torres del Paine National Park. Heading west towards Lago Grey, we board a catamaran around 9am to reach Refugio Grey, the start point of the W Trek. From here we can admire the first of the park’s highlights, Grey Glacier – a vast river of ice emerging from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
Today’s hiking trail takes us through the Paine Grande sector of the park, with views across Lake Grey, to the Grey Glacier and of the iconic peaks of the Paine Massif. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the pristine beauty of the Patagonian wilderness, before continuing our trail towards the Paine Grande Refuge. Occasionally, some groups may have full-service camping tonight instead of staying in the refugio dormitories – see accommodation section.
Accommodation: Paine Grande Refugio or full-service camping
The second day of the W Trek involves hiking through the French Valley
A great day of trekking lies ahead as we venture into the French Valley. Our trail starts with views of the azure water of Lake Skottsberg, before reaching Campamento Italiano where we begin our ascent. We hike for around 1hr 30min until the French Glacier lookout, where we can observe an impressive hanging glacier and listen for the rumbling of small avalanches as great chunks of ice and snow fall off.
The trail continues until Campamento Británico and onto another lookout point, Mirador Británico. The full trek distance of 13mi (21km) applies if we reach the very end of Valle Frances; often, we only go as far as one particular viewpoint due to the weather and/or group condition. We return back along the French valley to Campamento Italiano, eventually catching sight of Nordenskjöld Lake and our home for tonight: Los Cuernos Refugio. This is considered to be one of the most charming sites in the whole park, a perfect spot to rest in our refuge for the night.
Accommodation: Los Cuernos Refugio
The third day of the W Trek features a hike to Las Torres
On the third day of our W Trek we are immersed further into the natural beauty of Torres del Paine as we hike through a distinctive beech-tree forest. Our trail continues along the northern shore of Nordenskjöld Lake, where the ice-cold glacial waters glisten, reflecting the rugged peaks of the surrounding mountains. The lake’s tranquil surface is contrasted by the powerful winds that often sweep across this otherwise calm landscape.
After a steady trek, we arrive at the trailhead at Hotel Las Torres, marking the end of today’s adventure and a chance to rest before continuing our exploration of this magnificent national park.
Accommodation: Las Torres Central Refuge
The last day of the W Trek includes a hike to the Base of the Towers viewpoint
Today we embark on the iconic trek to the Base of the Towers of Paine, a journey that winds through the Ascencio River Valley. The trail crosses two rivers, cuts through a dense lenga forest, and ascends a rugged glacial moraine before reaching the mesmerizing glacial lake at the base of the towering peaks. From this vantage point, we are treated to spectacular views of Torre Sur (9,350 ft/2,850 m), Torre Central (9,185 ft/2,800 m), Torre Norte (8,530 ft/2,600 m), and Cerro Nido de Cóndor. We spend some time capturing some unforgettable photos to commemorate our achievement.
The trail then descends back down the valley, leading us to our previous night’s refuge, where a hot meal and a well-earned drink await. For convenience, non-essential items can be stored in the refugio lockers during today’s hike.
Accommodation: Las Torres Central Refuge
Transfer to El Calafate in Argentina
Our time in Torres del Paine to come to an end, but there is still plenty of trekking ahead of us! We board our transfer vehicle to Calafate, a journey of around five to six hours. After driving through beautiful scenery on our way out of the park (keep an eye out of the window for pumas), we cross the border into Argentina and arrive into El Calafate.
Accommodation: Los Hielos or Cerro Calafate (or similar)
Visit Perito Moreno Glacier
From El Calafate we’ll drive around 90 minutes to visit the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier. One of the most famous geological sights in the world, the Perito Moreno glacier is a jagged ice sheet that stretches more than 3mi (5km) across Lago Argentino and rises 200ft (61m) out of the cold waters. It is the fastest-moving glacier on the planet and the eerie creaks and thunderous groans add an atmosphere of anticipation.
Every so often, an office block-sized chunk of ice calves from its face into the water below before slowly floating down the lake as an iceberg. There are around 5km of walkways to discover the glacier from different viewpoints, or alternatively an optional boat trip gives an even greater appreciation of the immense scale of this wonder.
Accommodation: Los Hielos or Cerro Calafate (or similar)
Transfer to El Chaltén • Free afternoon in El Chaltén
In the morning, we transfer approximately three hours to the small mountain town of El Chaltén, our base for walking in the Fitzroy region. After arriving, the rest of the day is free to relax.
For those who want to keep their legs moving, it’s possible to do a three-hour hike to the Cerro Torre viewpoint today. The trail hugs the Fitz Roy River to reach a viewpoint of the canyon, margarita waterfall and eventually the granite needles of Mont Torre. We spend the night in El Chaltén.
Accommodation: Las Piedras (or similar)
Discover Los Glaciares National Park • Hike to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy Basecamp
Set off for a day of trekking amid the incredible mountains and valleys of Los Glaciares National Park.
Our hike begins alongside Rio Blanco (the white river), taking us through a forest of lenga and ñire trees. Once out of the forest we get our first view of the Piedras Blancas Glacier. From basecamp, our trek continues up to Laguna de los Tres, a glacial lake whose still waters reflect the three main peaks of the Mount Fitz Roy massif. We return to El Chalten via the Laguna Capri lookout point trail, for serene views of Fitz Roy.
This is a challenging full-day trek over fairly rough terrain which is widely regarded as one of the best and most iconic hikes in South America.
Accommodation: Las Piedras (or similar)
Trek to Cagliero Glacier
A drive of around 40 minutes will bring us to Los Huemules Natural Reserve, a private estancia located in the shadows of Mount Fitz Roy.
Today’s hiking trail follows the Diablo River Valley (Devil River Valley), through native forest, past the Diablo Lagoon and across hanging bridges before emerging at the Cagliero Glacier. A cosy refuge is located in front of the glacier, and will be a welcome lunch stop before our trail continues past the Blue and Green Lagoons. Look out for sightings of the torrents duck, magellanic woodpecker and condor in this pristine environment.
Accommodation: Las Piedras (or similar)
Transfer to El Calafate • Fly to Buenos Aires
After breakfast, we transfer back to El Calafate airport (approximately three to four hours) to arrive on time for our midday or afternoon group flight to Buenos Aires and transfer to our central hotel. The evening is free to reflect upon our wonderful trip and enjoy one last meal together on our final night in Argentina.
Accommodation: Huinid Obelisco (or similar)
Adventure Ends in Buenos Aires
Our adventure comes to an end today. Bid chau to each other and begin your return journey home. If you would like more time in Buenos Aires please speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
Ascents, descents and distances: All ascents, descents and distances listed in the daily itinerary have been measured by our local partners or tour leaders, in many cases with satellite-based mapping software. However, different GPS measuring devices can give differing results, particularly on winding paths or in mountainous terrain. Measurements stated throughout these Trips Notes are given to help you understand the types of terrain and distances you will encounter. Timings stated will vary depending on the pace of your group.
Accommodation
Hotels and refugios
We aim to secure locally owned accommodation that is well located, offers good value for money, and plenty of comfort. To help you find your ideal adventure, each trip is given a Comfort Level rating, which indicates the overall standard of accommodation. For more on our ratings, see our Comfort Level guidelines.
Named accommodation: The itinerary indicates the typical accommodation used on each day; however, these may need to be changed for alternative accommodation of a similar standard.
Tailor your trip: Extend your adventure by securing extra hotel nights before or after the main itinerary. Speak to your sales representative to book.
Private rooms: Like most tour operators, we pair solo passengers together in a room. If you’d prefer to have a private room, this is possible for a supplement on some nights of the trip. Speak to your sales representative to book.
Torres del Paine: Refugios are the gathering place for trekkers on the W Circuit to eat, drink and sleep. They include accommodation in shared, dormitories (six to eight-person bunks with bedding), communal dining areas serving local and international standards, hot showers and bathroom facilities. They also have common areas where you can socialize, relax and enjoy views of the stunning Patagonian landscapes. Dormitories can be single or mixed sexes.
Worth knowing
- Torres del Paine: it is not uncommon for refugios to overbook dorm accommodations and inform us at late notice that our groups (or part of our group) will be accommodated in shared tents, as opposed to the shared dormitories. In these instances, refugios each have adjoining campsites and tents are put up for us, with all equipment included (two-person tent plus bedding). Meals and access to refugios amenities are all still included, and sleeping under the stars certainly has its perks in this part of the world. We may not necessarily be able to tell you in advance of travel whether or not your group will be camping. If you have any concerns about this then do get in touch with us.
- Single accommodation can be booked for the hotel nights but do not apply to the four nights in refugios or tents (as all accommodation is shared).
Single supplement from 900 €
Food & Drink
Hotel breakfasts are normally buffets and are included. The accommodation in Torres del Paine arranges packed lunches for our trekking days. There is a variety of good quality food in local restaurants and cafes that can cater to a variety of restricted diets, with slightly more limited options available at the refugios in Torres del Paine due to the remote nature of these locations.
Please advise us at the time of booking if you have any special dietary requirements. Vegetarians can be accommodated throughout the trip, but gluten-free diets or other restricted diets can be hard to cater for in this part of the world – you may wish to bring supplementary, pre-packaged food items (energy bars, etc..).
Transport
We use comfortable minibuses with excellent visibility, and sometimes larger tourist coaches. We also use internal flights between Buenos Aires and El Calafate that are generally on comfortable medium-sized commercial jets.
Weather & Seasonality
We schedule our Patagonia trips between October and April to take advantage of the longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures. During these months, daytime temperatures in Buenos Aires reach a maximum of 30C (86F); in El Calafate and Torres del Paine around 15C (59F). The nights in Patagonia can drop to freezing point, but often remain just above. Patagonian summers tend to be dry although rain cannot be ruled out, particularly in the mountainous regions along the Chile-Argentina border, you might experience all four seasons in one day! Patagonia is renowned for being windy…and sometimes very windy (dress accordingly and watch your step). In Patagonia the changing weather is part of the adventure, however in extreme wind/weather conditions our Tour Leader may modify the days itinerary in favor of passengers safety.
Joining Instructions
Key information
Start hotel: Eurotel, Guardia Vieja 285, 7510249 Providencia, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Phone: +56 2 2411 5800
Recommended arrival time: You are free to arrive at anytime. There will be a welcome briefing around 6pm.
Airport: Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE)
Getting to the start hotel
The start hotel is approximately 45 minutes’ drive from the airport. Exodus provides free arrival transfers to the start hotel from the airport for all customers. If you would like further information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.
Catching your return flight
Exodus provides free departure transfers for all customers to Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) from the end hotel.
Please note, unless specified otherwise, the transfers will be to the start (or pre-tour) hotel and from the end (or post-tour) hotel and will be on the date on which the tour starts/ends; transfers to other hotels in the same city and/or on different dates may attract an extra charge. Transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts.
Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent.
Location start: Santiago
Location end: Buenos Aires
What To Take
Essential Equipment
- 1 large piece of luggage for all your trip gear (hard sided, soft sided, wheeled, etc..your choice)
- 1 backpack (35-40L) for the 4 days trekking the W circuit & El Chalten day hikes
- Lock to leave valuables in available lockers at W trek refugios
- Warm jacket
- Good waterproof jacket and trousers (pants)
- Good walking boots with ankle support
- Gloves (waterproof or water resistant)
- Sun hat with brim and a warm hat
- Strong UV-protection sunglasses
- Head Lamp (Headtorch)
- Hand sanitiser
- Walking poles (highly recommended if you generally use them and find them supportive)
We understand that guests differ with preferred method of bringing gear on a trip. However, most people opt to split their luggage leaving their larger, main piece of luggage in Puerto Natales (kept safe and secure until after the W trek), while bringing their smaller, lighter backpack with them for items needed on the Chile W trek. Your tour leader will give further details and assistance on this.
Chile – Torres del Paine W Trek
Guest will need to carry all the items they need to cover the 4 days point-to-point trekking in Torres del Paine (clothing, toiletries, provided box lunch, etc…). Please note: Lockers are available at the refugios, but please bring your own lock.
Argentina – El Chalten Treks
We are based in El Chalten for the trekking in Fitzroy, so will only need daily items for the treks in Argentina. These walks are all round-trips with the same start and end points.
Luggage Weight Limit – Internal flights are usually subject to a weight limit of 33lb (15kg). Please visit the Aerolíneas Argentinas website for information on the cost of additional baggage. Please note this cannot be organised prior to check-in.
Optional Equipment
In addition to packing as lightly and sensibly as possible, we highly recommend you bring a supply of plastic bags to keep your clothes and belongings dry and clean.
We also recommend:
- Thermal underwear / base layer (long sleeve tops & full-length bottoms)
- Moisture wicking T-shirt
- Travel or inflatable neck pillow / personal music player / books etc for the long drives
- Ear plugs
- Slip on-sandals (for use at refugios shared bathroom/shower)
Maps
- Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego (Automapa): A good map of the whole Patagonian region of Chile and Argentina, including separate national park maps
- Southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego Coast to Coast (Zagier & Urruty): Lots of relief detail, with glaciers, forest and mountains shown very clearly
- Good maps are also found in Patagonia, your tour leader will be happy to suggest local shops where maps are sold.
Forbidden items to import through Chilean customs:
In Chile, the import of crop and animal products is strictly regulated to avoid vermin, plagues, and the diffusion of non-native plants and animals. Fresh fruits and vegetables cannot be imported. If you happen to be carrying such products they must be thrown away before getting to customs or declared and then handed over to be destroyed. You are required to complete a declaration on arrival into Chile and luggage will be checked. Failure to comply with this legislation will result in large fines and time-consuming difficulties with the border authorities. Please ensure you are not carrying these goods on arrival to avoid this problem.
Practical Information
Visa
Argentina
Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Argentina. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
- Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/argentina
- Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/argentina
- United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/argentina/entry-requirements
- USA: www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html
Please note, if you are crossing the border into Argentina from Chile on your trip, we will need to know your profession to provide when entering Argentina.
Chile
Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Chile. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
- Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/chile
- Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/chile
- United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/chile/entry-requirements
- USA: www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html
Please note, a PDI tourist card will be given to you by migration at Santiago airport, upon arrival to Chile, and asked for upon departure from Chile (please retain this important slip of paper). The PDI certifies that you are a visitor and must be given back to migration upon departure from Chile.
If you are travelling via the USA and are eligible to transit under the Visa Waiver Program, you are required to register in advance for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). There is a US$21 charge, which is only payable online.
Please note: not all nationalities have the same eligibility for travel to or transit via the USA, and you may not be covered by the Visa Waiver Program. Regulations stipulate that any person who has travelled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria or Yemen since March 2011, or have dual nationalities of these countries, may no longer qualify. In addition, if you have travelled to Cuba since 12 January 2021 you will not be eligible for the visa waiver program and should instead apply for a visa.
If you are in doubt of your eligibility, please check the visa requirements with your local US embassy.
Vaccinations and Health
Argentina
There are no required vaccinations. However, recommended vaccinations include tetanus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, typhoid, and yellow fever (strongly recommended if you intend to visit the Iguazu Falls due to a recent outbreak in the Misiones province). Please check all vaccination recommendations with your doctor or travel clinic.
Bilharzia is known to occur in some lakes or rivers in Argentina; follow advice from your guide or leader locally before venturing for a swim.
Dengue and zika, both mosquito‐borne viral diseases, are known risks in Argentina. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available; therefore, the best form of prevention is to take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
Chile
There are no required vaccinations. However, you may want to consider vaccinations for tetanus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies and typhoid.
Dengue fever, a tropical viral disease spread by daytime biting mosquitoes, is a known risk in places visited. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available, so we recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
We are advised that there is no risk of malaria on this trip.
Zika fever is a mosquito‐borne viral disease and a known risk in places visited on this trip. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available, we therefore strongly recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
Local Time
Argentina's time zone: America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires (UTC -03:00)
Chile's time zone: America/Santiago (UTC -04:00)
Electricity
In Argentina and Chile, electricity is 220V. Batteries can be recharged in the hotels, and some plug sockets are available within the Torres del Paine refugios.
Money
Argentina's currency: Argentine peso (ARS)
Chile's currency: Chilean peso (CLP)
ATM Availability
ATMs supporting major credit cards are available in major towns and cities, but may not be available in smaller towns or remote destinations. In addition to withdrawal fees, some banks may only let you withdraw small amounts per day, depending on the bank. If planning to use your bank card overseas, always inform your bank in advance to prevent problems with withdrawals.
Please note, while in Argentina, we recommend exchanging US dollars or using your credit card to get a better than official rate of exchange as noted in the Extras Expenses & Spending Money section below.
Extra Expenses & Spending Money
Credit cards
We recommend using credit cards for most trip purchases (restaurants, tourist shops, etc…). Visa/Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards and most convenient option to use along the entire trip.
In Chile, using credit cards will get you the official bank rate of exchange.
In Argentina, using credit cards will currently get you the special Tourist exchange rate, which is higher than the official bank rate of exchange, and slightly less than the non-official Blue exchange rate used for US dollars. Note – this special Tourist credit card rate is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the credit card companies.
Cash
It is always good to have some local currency for buying drinks, snacks, incidentals at smaller shops and markets. We recommend you bring most of your spending money to exchange in US dollars cash since other currencies, including British pounds and euros, are more difficult to exchange and the rates are not as good. Larger notes of US$50 and US$100 are more widely accepted than smaller denominations. Your tour leader will provide more information on exchanging currency as you go along but do note that exchange facilities/hours can be limited, particularly at the times you arrive or depart. Please ensure you do not have any torn or damaged bank notes to exchange, as these are often not accepted.
In Argentina, large denomination US dollars can be exchanged at the Blue rate, which is considerably higher than the official bank rate of exchange – new, clean US$100 notes are preferred. The “Blue”rate is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Argentine government. Your tour leader provides recommendations and assists group members in getting the best exchange rate in a safe way.
Average meal prices in Argentina equate to about US$15-25 and in Chile slightly more in general US$25-35. The price of a beer in both countries is approx. US$3-4.
Tipping
Our local staff are paid well and fairly for their work; however, we recommend tipping the tour leader at the end of the trip if you have been happy with their service. Gratuities are not something we can include in the tour cost and are totally at your discretion. We recommend approximately US$50 per person to tip your tour leader. There are also local guides on the trekking days so you should budget US$3-US$5 per day for their tips too. Tour leaders often collect an optional kitty at the start of the tour to cover tips for the local guides plus hotel and restaurant staff etc.
Sustainability and Impact
As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.
We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.
This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony though practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
Important Information
Water safety
This trip includes time by a lake, river or sea, where there may be opportunities to swim. You should always seek local advice before deciding whether to swim. Open-water or wild swim spots should be treated with extreme caution. Information on how to keep yourself safe while swimming is shown here.
Important Information
Your safe participation
When booking this trip, you should be confident in your ability to participate in all activities described in these Trip Notes. If you have any doubt about your suitability, please call us and ask to speak to one of the experts on this itinerary.
Although our leaders are well trained to deal with different capabilities, if they have any concerns about someone’s ability to safely take part in an activity, or their impact on other people’s enjoyment, we authorise them to take necessary action which, in some circumstances, may involve asking someone to miss that activity.
By booking this trip you agree to our Booking Conditions which clearly state that our leaders have the authority to do this. In these rare instances we will ensure anyone sitting out is safely provided for and offered alternative options where possible. Refunds will not be provided for activities missed and customers may be liable for additional costs incurred.
Seatbelts
All vehicles used by us should be equipped with working seatbelts, except where approved by us based on the vehicle type or journey. Wherever seatbelts are available, we require our customers to use them for their own safety, even where it may not be a legal requirement.
How to Book
- Check availability: Go online to check availability, or contact us by phone or email.
- Secure your place: You can provisionally hold a place on this trip, usually for between three and seven days.
- Complete your booking and payment
When you’re ready to book, go to our website for online bookings, book over the phone or you can complete a booking form (available online or on request by calling us). We accept all major credit and debit cards, or you can pay be cheque.
After booking
You will receive your booking confirmation letter and invoice, which includes extra information and guidance about your travel arrangements.
Full joining instructions, including local emergency numbers and details of how to reach the start point, will be sent to you approximately two to three weeks prior to departure. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier, please contact our office or your travel agent.
Trip Note validity
These Trip Notes are valid from the “Current as” date on page one. They will occasionally be updated after booking and before departure; if there are any updates that significantly impact the inclusions or itinerary, customers will be written to separately. They will also receive a link to the most up-to-date Trip Notes with their Final Joining Instructions before travelling.
The information in these Trip Notes is given in good faith. Where differences exist between the Trip Notes and our current brochure or website, the Trip Notes supersede the brochure and website. All holidays can be subject to unexpected changes; to enjoy them you should be prepared to be flexible where necessary. Occasionally, it may not be possible to follow the itinerary as planned. This may be for a variety of reasons – climatic, political, physical or other. In these circumstances we will make the best-possible alternative arrangements that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.
Licensing
Exodus is fully licensed and bonded as a tour operator. We hold Air Traffic Organisers Licence (ATOL) number 2582, issued and bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). We are also bonded to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and we are members of the Federation of Tour Operators (FTO) and ABTA – The Travel Association. This means you can book your Exodus holiday with confidence, as all money paid to us for your trip is fully protected.