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Futaleufu River Multi-Sport

11 Days

Trip Highlights

Futaleufu River rafting through Chile's Patagonia
Azure Class V whitewater through granite cliffs
Stay in exclusive private camps with Hot tubs & at Tree House Camp
Tyrolean traverse across the river over Class VI Zeta Rapid
Hike, inflatable kayak, horseback ride, climb, rappel and canyoneer

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The season runs January - December.

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Departure Dates

2013: November 28; December 12, 19, 26
2014: January 9, 16, 23; February 6, 13, 20; March 6, 13

Meeting Place

Cumbres Patagónicas Hotel, Puerto Varas, Chile

Price

$4300

Deposit $800

Additional Costs:
$200 Single Supplement (Hotel Only), $150 Reciprocity Tax, Airport taxes and fees

River Rating	Minimum Age
Class IV (Optional Class V)	12 Yrs

Futaleufú River Multi-Sport - Overview

The Rio Futaleufú is one of earth’s premier whitewater resources. On your Futaleufú adventure, we’ll take you to a legendary stretch of the river, one of almost indescribable beauty. Flowing through Chilean Patagonia, far beneath the spires and snow-packed crowns of the Andes, the “Fú’s” steely turquoise waters pass through granite walls, lush vistas and river camps seemingly snatched from sci-fi imagination. Our bases along the Rio Futaleufú include houses built high in old growth treetops, natural hot tubs carved into stone, cliff dwellings and rock shelters with fire hearths. The “Fú” itinerary includes hiking and horseback riding, climbing, rappelling and canyoneering. A dream trip for the ultra-adventurous family, couple or solo globe trotter.

Futaleufú River: Itinerary at a Glance

Arrive at El Tepual International Airport (PMC) & transfer to Cumbres Patagónicas Hotel in Puerto Varas
Enjoy a free afternoon before a welcome dinner
Fly from Puerto Montt to Chaiten and transfer by bus to Terminador Camp on the banks of the Futaleufú River for a welcome dinner
Warm up on the Rio Azul before rafting the Class IV rapids of the upper Fu
Inflatable kayak the Class II Rio Azul
Hike or mountain bike on beautiful trails
Raft the sheer-walled Class V Infierno Canyon
Sea kayak on Laguito Azul
Soak in the surroundings in a natural stone hot tub
Hike in an old-growth hardwood forest
Swim or canoe in the Lake of Frogs
Overnight in a tree house
Ride a 250-foot zip line
Scale the 320-foot granite Tower of the Winds and rappel back down
Run Class IV+ rapids down to the Mapu Leufu Camp where flush toilets and hot showers await
Explore a 400-ft deep slot canyon
Challenge the Class V+ Terminador Rapid, the Himalayas, Mas o Menos and Casa De Piedra
Enjoy a traditional Chilean feast on your last night before returning home

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“I enjoyed everything but your guides are just exceptional! They are really interested in you having a fun time and do whatever needs done to make sure you have a great experience. I feel they want you to have fun but also have safety in mind. I have travelled with other companies that have good guides but I have found this past year that I have taken three trips with OARS and the guides are hands down the best I have ever had. The guides are just exceptional! I really enjoyed the opportunity to rappel. I thought I would be afraid but the safety precautions just made you feel comfortable. Of course the white water was also great fun.”
Eleanor (Elly) Lieb ~ Connellsville, PA

“The Futaleufu River experience was, well, an experience… an exceptional trip, with extraordinarily competent, knowledgeable and personable guides. The scenery was non-stop magnificent and the whitewater, rock climbing, rappelling, and hiking enjoyable and satisfying challenges.”
Bill Liebman ~ Bethesda, MD

"The entire trip was awesome. Fantastic river but luxury in the camps. The "cabins" and tree houses were very different from sleeping on the beaches which I also enjoyed in the past. The luxury of this trip will be hard to beat. The guides were excellent. Impressed by the safety of all the activities. Equipment in great shape. I thought other O.A.R.S. trips were great but this one topped them."
Elaine Davies ~Greenfield, WI

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Required Forms

Please print, sign and return the required forms (for each person in your party) to our office by email, fax or mail at least 90 days prior to your trip.

Futaleufu Registration Form

Futaleufu Risk Form

O.A.R.S. International Risk Form