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Fact Sheet 2016Cascada Expediciones

FACT SHEET CASCADA EXPEDICIONES DISCOVER OUR PROGRAMS IN CHILE & ARGENTINA

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INDEXMULTI-DESTINATION TOURBest of Chile - Atacama Desert to Patagonian Glaciers

ATACAMA DESERT4 Day Atacama Desert Explorer 5 Day Atacama Hiking - Cultural Journey6 Day Epic Atacama - Multi Sport Adventure4 Day Capture Atacama - Desert Photo AdventureSome of our extensions in Atacama

SANTIAGOFull Day Chilean Culinary Experience Half Day Santiago de Chile City TourFull Day Valparaiso and Viña del Mar city tourOther tours in Santiago area

WINE TOURS3 Day Colchagua Valley Wine EscapeFull Day Chilean Premium Wine Tasting TourOther wine tour options

EASTER ISLAND5 Day Easter Island - Rapa Nui Explorer

LAKE DISTRICT4 Day Chilean Lake District Adventure

CHILEAN PATAGONIA Half Day Magellan Strait Penguin Adventure 2 Day Patagonia Torres del Paine Sailing3 Day Patagonia Sea Kayaking Explorer

ARGENTINEAN PATAGONIA6 Day Los Glaciares NP and Fitz Roy Trek6 Day Perito Moreno and Upsala Glacier Explorer4 Day Tierra del Fuego and Ushuaia Explorer4 Day Fitzroy & Cerro Torre Trek

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrival Santiago, City Walking TourDay 2: Full day Bike & Wine TourDay 3: Flight to San Pedro, Moon Valley Bike TourDay 4: Full day Salt Lake Atacama & Lagoons Day 5: Full day Geysers El TatioDay 6: Flight to Puerto VarasDay 7: Half day Rafting Petrohue RiverDay 8: Full day Hiking Perez Rosales NPDay 9: Flight to Punta ArenasDay 10: Full day Patagonian Wildlife Safari (sample itinerary)Day 11: Full day Sailing Grey Glacier (sample itinerary)Day 12: Flight to SantiagoDay 13: Flight home

*Ask for private version of program

CODE CIR 001

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day from September to March. No minimum traveler numberLength: 13 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotel. Stay in Ecocamp Standard Dome, optional upgrade to Suite Dome Level: Easy-ModerateExcursions as detailed in itinerary on a sit-in basis unless stated otherwisePrivate transfers in SantiagoPrivate walking city tour SantiagoPrivate Bike tour Valle de la LunaSemi-private services in EcoCamp Patagonia (small EcoCamp groups)English speaking guidesEntrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park & sites included in itinerary

This multi-destination, 13 day trip takes travelers straight to the country’s most important highlights. Explore Chile from top to tail: visiting the world’s driest desert, to volcanic peaks, exceptional vineyards and wild Patagonian steppe. This trip has everything for an adventurous scenic Chilean adventure!

Best of Chile - Atacama Desert to Patagonian Glaciers

MULTI-DESTINATION TOUR

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in San Pedro, Valle de la Luna Day 2: Visit Tatio Geysers Day 3: Atacama Salt Flats, Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons Day 4: Leave San Pedro

CODE NOR 022

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day from January to December. Minimum 2 travelers

Length: 4 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotel. Optional upgrade to 4 star hotel availableLevel: Easy, but please consider altitudeGroup Size: Regular Departures, 20 maximum plus staff.Daily shared excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national reserves and indigenous communities visited

This program, visiting the most iconic corners of San Pedro de Atacama, perfectly fits guests who have just a few days to travel.

4 Day Atacama Desert Explorer

MULTI-DESTINATION TOUR ATACAMA DESERT

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrival San Pedro, Moon Valley & Welcome Dinner Day 2: Yerbas Buenas & Valle del Arcoiris Walk Day 3: Archaeological Hike, Tulor Dunes & Gatchi Gorge Day 4: Tatio Geyser & Las Cornizas & Death ValleyDay 5: Departure

CODE NOR 023

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day from January to December. No traveler minimum Length: 5 daysAccommodation in 4 star hotel Level: ModerateDaily private excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national reserves and indigenous communities visited

Set off on an unforgettable discovery of Atacama’s hidden trails and indigenous civilization on this culturally rich adventure through the heart of the world’s driest desert. This program offers natural and archeological sites from a different perspective, as your clients hike through sand dunes, gullies, dried river basins, and visit Tatio Geysers, hidden villages and ancient petroglyphs.

5 Day Atacama Hiking - Cultural Journey

ATACAMA DESERT

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrival & leisure day Day 2: Horse riding in Death Valley & afternoon trekin Moon Valley. Day 3: Puritama hike followed by 30kms downhill mountain bike to San Pedro de Atacama. Day 4: Mountain biking from Cejar lagoon to Chaxa lagoon. Sunset at the Atacama salt flats.Day 5: Tatio Geyser & ascent to the summit of Soquete mountain. Day 6: Transfer to airport.

CODE NOR 027

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every Day from January to December. Minimum 2 travelers Accommodation in a 3 star superior - Boutique HotelLevel: DemandingDaily private excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national reserves and indigenous communities visited

A multi sport adventure which makes the most of what this unique landscape has to offer, featuring action-packed days of hiking, cycling and horse riding. This trip perfectly combines with our Epic Patagonia Multi Sport Adventure for the ultimate Chilean Multi Sport Adventure.

6 Day Epic Atacama - Multi Sport Adventure

ATACAMA DESERT

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Calama, Valle de la Luna, San PedroDay 2: Visit Quitor, trek to San Bartolo, campDay 3: Full day desert trek Rio Grande, campDay 4: Full day desert trek to Machuca, campDay 5: Full day trek to Tatio Geysers & Copa Coya, San PedroDay 6: Drive to Salt Flat, lagoons, San PedroDay 7: Transfer to Calama Airport.

CODE NOR 030

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Regular departure every Monday from January to December. Minimum 2 travelers.Private departures available Accommodation in 3 star hotel & campingLevel: StrenuousOne expert English-speaking guide3 nights in 3 star hotel in San Pedro3 nights campingSleeping matGuide to passenger ratio: 1:4, maximum 10 people per group.

Explore the challenging highlands of Atacama, the Earth’s driest and oldest desert, in this exciting, off-the-beaten-track trekking adventure.

7 Day Atacama Desert Trek

ATACAMA DESERT

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BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Morning arrival, in the evening witness the sunset in Moon Valley and the Salt Mountain Range.Day 2: Full day at Tara salt flats, an area boasting impressive rock formations and wildlife.Day 3: Sunrise at Tatio Geyser & sunset accompanied by flamingoes at Chaxa Lagoon in the Atacama salt flats. Day 4: Sunrise at Guatin Gorge, where you may photograph giant cacti and yet more outrageous landscapes. Transfer back to Calama in the afternoon.

CODE NOR 080

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Fixed departures. Minimum 2 travelers Accommodation in a 4 star hotelLevel: Easy, but please consider altitudeDaily private excursions as specified in the itinerary2 English speaking guide on excursions (1 local guide & 1 photographer)Entrance fees to national reserves and indigenous communities visitedPhoto equipment, binoculars - please bring your own.

The Atacama Desert’s stretching vastness, other-worldly landscapes, unique wildlife, and range of colors give photographers endless material. This 4 day program provides two guides: A local guide ensuring access to the best locations, and a professional photographer providing useful tips and inspiration.

4 Day Capture Atacama - Desert Photo Adventure

Some of our extensions in AtacamaAtacama Desert - Garganta del Diablo Bike HD TourAtacama Desert - Astronomical Dinner Atacama Desert - Tara Salt Flats FD TourAtacama Desert - Overnight Camp 2 Day TourBolivia Uyuni Connection 4 Day Explorer

ATACAMA DESERT

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BRIEF ITINERARYVisit downtown marketsArrive at chef’s houseDrink cocktail and prepare mealEnjoy delicious gourmet lunchReturn to hotel

CODE SCL 001P

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day on request. All year roundLength: Full day tourLevel: Easy walk in the city markets and downtown streetsPrivate transportation as indicated in itinerary1 English speaking sommelier chef- guide

This program immerses participants in Chile’s culinary culture. Your client’s full day program begins with a visit to Santiago’s historic food markets, led by an expert sommelier chef-guide, where they will sample a diverse range of traditional Chilean dishes. After this experience, participants continue on to experiment with Chilean flavors at the home of renowned chef, Francisco Klimscha.

Full Day Chilean Culinary Experience

SANTIAGO

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SANTIAGO

CODE SCL 002

Discover Chile’s capital and its mix of modern and classic architecture. With the striking Andes mountains as backdrop, Santiago’s snow capped skyline is a memorable highlight in this Latin American city.

Half Day Santiago de Chile City Tour

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Private departures every day. All year roundLength: Half day tourLevel: Walking through city streets at a relaxed pacePrivate transportation as indicated in itinerary1 English speaking guide

BRIEF INTINERARYVisit central fish market downtownWalk around main square Plaza de ArmasSee ex-congress and courts of justiceVisit government palace “La Moneda”Climb Santa Lucia hillBohemian Lastarria neighborhood

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CODE SCL 003

Visit two of Chile’s iconic coastal cities. Explore the historical and modern on this tour, beginning in bohemian port city and UNESCO World Heritage Site Valparaiso, home to poet Pablo Neruda, before continuing on to its modern neighbor Viña del Mar, also known as the “Garden City”.

Full Day Valparaiso and Viña del Mar city tour

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Private departures, every day on request. If the tours departs on Monday there will be a slightly change on the itinerary since Poet Neruda’s home-museum will be closed Length: Full day tourLevel: Walking through city streets, some of them steep but at a relaxed pace with as many stops as necessaryPrivate transportation as indicated in itinerary1 English speaking guideTicket to poet Neruda’s home-museum “La Sebastiana”

BRIEF INTINERARYValparaiso port historyPablo Neruda’s house La SebastianaCerro Alegre and Cerro ConcepciónAncient funicularsSotomayor square and port areaViña del Mar, famous beach town

OThER TOURS IN SANTIAGO AREAChilean El Morado Horse Ride Day Trip - Code CAB 080 Chilean El Morado Full Day Trek - Code MTN 002Rafting The Chilean Maipo River Day Trip - RAF 090

SANTIAGO

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CODE WIN 006

Travel through the beautiful Colchagua Valley, home to some of Chile’s most celebrated wineries. On this 3 day multi-activity tour guests trek, ride and walk through VIK, Montes and Lapostolle vineyards, while enjoying top level wine and food.

3 Day Colchagua Valley Wine Getaway

MAIN FACTSDepartures: All year round on requestLength: 3 DaysLevel: EasyAccommodation: Accommodation at a 4 stars Hotel Private transportation as indicated in itineraryEnglish speaking guide included in winery visitsWine tasting and tour in vineyards visited

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Pick up from your Hotel and drive towards the Colchagua Wine Valley. Full day tour and horseback ride at VIK winery. Overnight at Noi Blend HotelDay 2: Winery visit and lunch at Lapostolle, followed by a half-day hike and visit to Montes Winery. Overnight at Noi Blend HotelDay 3: Back to Santiago

WINE VALLEY

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CODE WIN 004

This program explores the beautiful Maipo Valley, home to some of Chile’s most celebrated wines. On this full-day tour visit Perez Cruz, Concha y Toro and Aquitania vineyards.

Full Day Chilean Premium Wine Tasting Tour

MAIN FACTSDepartures: All year round on requestLength: Full day tourLevel: EasyPrivate transportation as indicated in itineraryEnglish speaking wine expert guideWine tasting and regular tour in vineyards visited

BRIEF ITINERARYVisit Perez Cruz WineryVisit Concha y Toro vineyardCountryside lunchVisit Aquitania Winery*Return to Santiago

* Aquitania Winery is not open on Saturdays and Sundays; if a tour is booked on one of these days an alternative itinerary will be given

OThER WINE TOUR OPTIONSChilean Bike and Wine Day Trip - Code WIN 005Concha & Toro Wine Tour - Half Day - Code WIN 002

ChILE´S WINE VALLEYS

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EASTER ISLAND

CODE ISL 005

Explore the fascinating ancient culture of Easter Island, visiting wild beaches and rolling hills on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure on the world’s most isolated, inhabited island.

5 Day Easter Island - Rapa Nui Explorer

MAIN FACTSDepartures: every day on request from January to December, subject to flight availability. Minimum 2 travelersLength: 5 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotelLevel: EasyGroup Size: Regular Departures, 18 maximum plus staff.Daily shared excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national park

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive Easter IslandDay 2: Tongariki, Ahu te pito kura, AnakenaDay 3: Rano Kau, OrongoDay 4: Akivi, Vinapu, Puna Pau, VinapuDay 5: Leave Easter Island*Ask for private version of program

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CODE SUR 022

Few landscapes in the world offer such beautiful natural scenery as this Chilean land of water and fire, where active volcanoes, ancient forests, beautiful rivers and crystal lakes inspire a memorable adventure.

4 Day Chilean Lake District Adventure

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day on request from October to May. Minimum 2 travelersLength: 4 DaysAccommodation in 3 star hotelLevel: ModerateGroup Size: Regular Departures, 1 guide every 14 passengers.Daily shared excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursions

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive, City Tour, Petrohue RaftingDay 2: Trekking near Todos los Santos LakeDay 3: Cycling excursion to Frutillar via Puerto Varas and LlanquihueDay 4: Leave the Lake District

LAKE DISTRICT

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CODE PAT 012

This boat trip takes your clients to Marta and Magdalena Islands, in the famous Magellan Strait, as part of a unique opportunity to see playful sea lions and the unforgettable zeal of a 150,000 strong penguin colony!

Half Day Magellan Strait Penguin Adventure

ChILEAN PATAGONIA

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Regular departures from November to March. (weather dependent)Length: Full Day TourLevel: EasyOne expert English/Spanish speaking guideZodiac boat ride indicated in the itinerarySnack on boardMagdalena Island Natural Sanctuary park fee

BRIEF ITINERARYDrive from Punta Arenas to dockBoat to Isla Magdalena Colony of more than 150,000 penguinsBoat to Marta IslandBeautiful colony of sea lionsReturn to Punta Arenas

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CODE PAT 028

This superb extension across the Last Hope fjord and Serrano River takes your clients to a little-known entry point to Torres del Paine National Park.

2 Day Patagonia Torres del Paine Sailing

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Regular Departure every day from November to March. Length: 2 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotelLevel: EasyReception at Punta Arenas AirportLocal bus to Puerto Natales1 night at a 3 star hotel in Puerto Natales, superior roomShared navigation on Last Hope FjordShared zodiac ride on River Serrano

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in Puerto NatalesDay 2: Boat ride to Torres del Paine, Transfer to the EcoCamp(*)

* Optional

ChILEAN PATAGONIA

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CODE KAY 050

The perfect trip to accompany any Torres del Paine National Park adventure: a relaxing kayaking journey down the Serrano River. Paddle the river’s calm, cool waters downstream, passing Patagonia’s stunning icefields, fjords and mountains.

3 Day Patagonia Sea Kayaking Explorer

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Regular Departure every day on request from October to March Length: 3 DaysAccommodation: 1 night camping & 1 night at a mountain lodge with basic confortLevel: ModerateComplete kayaking gearComplete camping equipment, EXCEPT MAT AND SLEEPING BAGFerry ticket for Last Hope FjordEntrance to Bernardo O’Higgins NP

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Paddle Serrano River, first sectionDay 2: Paddle Serrano River, Mt. BalmacedaDay 3: Balmaceda Glacier, ferry to Natales

ChILEAN PATAGONIA

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CODE PAT 090

This program visits one of Patagonia’s most famous landmarks, Los Glaciares National Park, including the famous Perito Moreno glacier. This superb trip through Argentine Patagonia is a perfect complement to our programs in Torres del Paine.

6 Day Los Glaciares NP and Fitz Roy Trek

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every Day from October to April (discounted departures available on Thursday and Sunday) Length: 6 DaysAccommodation in 3 star hotelLevel: DemandingGroup Size: Regular departures, 18 maximum group size plus staff Daily excursions as specified in the itineraryIce Trek on Perito Moreno GlacierSuperb Trek to Laguna Los Tres1 English speaking guide on El Chaltén & Perito Moreno ice-trekking excursionEntrance fees to national park

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in Calafate, transfer to ChaltenDay 2: Full day Trek to Lago TorreDay 3: Full day Trek to Laguna los TresDay 4: Full day trek Pliegue tumbadoDay 5: Ice trek on Perito Moreno GlacierDay 6: Depart from Calafate

*Ask for private version of program

ARGENTINEAN PATAGONIA

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CODE PAT 091

Undoubtedly one of the most celebrated sights in Patagonia: Perito Moreno Glacier’s magnificent ice calves, plunging into Canal de Los Tempanos. Argentine Patagonia at its best! Our Torres del Paine to Perito Moreno EcoCamp Extension is the best way to visit both Chilean Patagonia and this immense glacier.

6 Day Perito Moreno and Upsala Glacier Explorer

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every day from October to AprilLength: 6 DaysAccommodation in 4 star hotelLevel: EasyGroup Size: Minimum of 2 passengers in October onlyDaily shared excursions as specified in the itineraryBoat Ride on Lago ArgentinoPerito Moreno Glacier1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national park

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in El Calafate, free eveningDay 2: Excursion to Perito Moreno GlacierDay 3: Sailing Argentino lake & Estancia CristinaDay 4: Transfer to airport


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CODE PAT 092

This program is an ideal way to explore the Tierra del Fuego, one of the most mysterious places on our planet. Explore forests, rivers, mountains and wilderness at the End of the Earth.

4 Day Tierra del Fuego and Ushuaia Explorer

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Departs every day on request from Novemberto April Length: 4 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotelOptional Premium UpgradeLevel: EasyGroup Size: Regular departuresDaily shared excursions as specified in the itinerary1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national park

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego, ArgentinaDay 2: Gable Island and Penguin ColonyDay 3: Tierra del Fuego NP, Bahia LapatiaDay 4: Beagle Channel, Transfer to Airport


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CODE PAT 093

Located in the northern area of Los Glaciares National Park and cocooned at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy, Chaltén is a natural setting for stunning hiking and nature exploration. This superb trip through Argentine Patagonia is an excellent complement to our EcoCamp treks in Torres del Paine.

4 Day Fitzroy & Cerro Torre Trek

MAIN FACTSDepartures: Every Day from October to April (Thursday and Sunday discounted departures available) Length: 4 daysAccommodation in 3 star hotelLevel: DemandingGroup Size: Minimum 2 passengers, maximum 14 passengersDaily excursions as specified in the itinerarySuperb Trek to Laguna Los TresChallenging Hike to Lago Torre1 English speaking guide on excursionsEntrance fees to national park

BRIEF ITINERARYDay 1: Arrive in Chalten, semi private transfer from EcoCampDay 2: Full day Trek to Laguna los TresDay 3: Full day Trek to Lago TorreDay 4: Semi Private transfer to El Calafate Airport


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