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CYCLE THE CARRETERA AUSTRAL ON ONE OF OUR BIKES

YOU HAVE HEARD ABOUT A LONG SCENIC ROUTE THROUGH PATAGONIA? YOU LOVE NATURE? YOU HAVE A MIND STRONGER THAN YOUR LEGS? THEN IT IS TIME TO CYCLE THE CARRETERA AUSTRAL

ALL OUR LONG-TERM RENTALS INCLUDE:

• Online call or meeting before your trip
• Completely equipped bike
• Phone Support in 4 languages during your trip
• Bikepacking Tips and Tricks

PICK-UP POINTS: PUERTO VARAS - COYHAIQUE - VILLA O'HIGGINS

DROP-OFF POINTS: VILLA O-HIGGINS - COYHAIQUE - PUERTO VARAS

Trip Overview

The Carretera Austral can be divided into two parts, north and south of Coyhaique. In this section you will learn all the important things when cycling the northern section starting from Puerto Varas. This trip takes about 650 kilometers on mostly paved roads and includes several ferry crossings. You will be cycling along the sea, beautiful lakes and climb up mountain passes. The climate can be challenging with rain and wind all year. The best time to go is between November and March.

Tip: Read our blog about cycling the northern part of the Carretera Austral for tips on routes, sights, and unforgettable experiences in Patagonia!

Highlights

• Pumalin & Queulat National Parks
• Ventisquero Colgante Glacier
• Wildlife including birds of prey, deer, seals and dolphins
• River Rafting in Futalefu
• Coyhaique – the getaway to many hikes and adventure trips

Terrain/Physical Condition:

The northern part of the Carretera Austral is mostly paved and has villages every 50 – 80km. Since you are riding close to the Andes Mountain range it is almost never flat with a few challenging climbs – a medium to good fitness is required to complete the trip.

Numbers

Length: 650km (10-14 days)

Altitude Difference: approx. 8600m (600m per day when cycling 14 Days)

Side Trips

A few kilometers of the main road you can find more peaceful and remote areas. We recommend visiting:

• Start your trip via Ensenada and the Reloncavi Fjord
• Valle Mirta
• Raul Marin Balmaceda

Trip Overview

The southern part of the Carretera Austral is considered the more wild and remote part. Starting from Coyhaique you will make your way south until eventually the road stops. This trip takes about 650 kilometers on mostly on gravel roads with a good chance of spotting wildlife. The climate can be challenging with rain and wind all year. The best time to go is between November and March.

Highlights

• Cerro Castillo National Park
• Catedrales de Marmol
• Lago General Carrera (Texxx)
• Caleta Tortel
• Parque Nacional Patagonia
• Wildlife including birds of prey, deer and guanacos

Terrain/Physical Condition:

The southern part of the Carretera Austral is mostly on gravel roads and with fewer villages and infrastructure. The climbs can be more challenging due to the gravel roads and change of weather – a medium to good fitness is required to complete the trip.

Numbers

Length: 650km (12-14 days)

Altitude Difference: approx. 8600m (600m per day when cycling 14 Days)

Side Trips

A few kilometers of the main road you can find more peaceful and remote areas. We recommend visiting:

• Chile Chico
• Parque Nacional Patagonia
• Continue on foot to El Chalten / Argentina

Not sure what to bring? Check out our Blogpost with on what to bring on your bikepacking trip!

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