Futaleufu River Multi-Sport

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10 Days

Futaleufu rafting, an exotic adventure through the heart of Chile's Patagonia. Raft azure class V whitewater through granite cliffs and stay in exclusive private camps.

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The season runs January - December.

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Departure Dates

February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16; December 7, 21, 26

Price

$3400

Deposit $800

Additional Costs:
$200 Single Supplement (Hotel Only), $140 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

Fly through Santiago, Chile en route to Balmaceda and transfer to Puyuhuape by van via Coiyhaique. Overnight in Puyuhuape then shuttle to the Lower Futaleufú for a morning of inflatable kayaking before reaching our first unique riverside camp on the Futaleufú
Raft the Class IV rapids of the Lower Fú then after lunch, hike to the stunning Terminador Camp
Raft the wild, sheer-walled Class V Inferno Canyon
Travel down river to the private Campo Casa Piedra
Soak beneath brilliant stars in a granite hot tub
Tyrolean traverse across the river between sheer granite walls on a pulley over the Class VI Zeta Rapid. Make a hiking ascent out of the inner canyon into a wonderful old growth hardwood forest
Hike to the breathtaking Tree House Camp canyon overlook and camp 35-feet above the ground in handcrafted tree houses
Hike past a beautiful 100-foot tributary waterfall and breathtaking views of the turquoise river, Tower of the Winds, Laguito Azul and dramatic peaks rising from the river valley
Hike around the unrunnable Throne Room Rapid before running a series of long, exciting class IV+ rapids
At the confluence of the Futaleufú and the Rio Azul there is the option of inflatable kayaking or rafting to Mapu Leufu Camp
Raft the half-mile-long Class V Terminador Rapid, one of the wildest commercially run Class V rapids in the world. Enjoy a farewell dinner celebration in the form of a traditional Chilean Asado
Transfer back to Puyuhuape for a final evening in Chile. For your last day in the country, enjoy lunch and explore the small city of Coiyhaique before heading back to Balmaceda for the conclusion of your Futaleufú adventure

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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

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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 30 days prior to your trip.

Futaleufu Registration Form

Futaleufu Risk Form

Travel Outdoors Risk Form