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Patagonia is a region filled with beautiful treasures. And the Frey Hut is one of the best ones! Join Juan Carlos, AAGM certified mountain guide, in this full day traverse.
1 Day
Jan - Jun, Dec
The day begins in Villa Catedral where we will use some chair lifts to gain elevation. At almost 2000 meters above sea level, we will be already enjoying an incredible view of the Nahuel Huapi Lake.
So, we will start walking on a well marked trail between rocks and stones. The first hour of hiking has some difficulty due to the rocky and steep terrain. There will be some times that we need to use our hands to help us cross steps between the rocks.
After several stops to have some snacks and drink water, we will be at the Arroyo Rucaco Valley. We will also be able to see, in clear days, the Mount Tronador, the Cerro Negro and why not, the Lanin Volcano far in the horizon. Then, we will continue the route that becomes easier and faster.
After two hours of hiking, we will reach the "Canchita de Futbol" where we will change the direction. It's time to descend towards the Schmoll and Toncek lagoon. Now we will be literally inside the Frey Valley. The red granite needles we will see are magnificent and imposing.
We'll stop for lunch at the shore of the Toncek Lagoon. The homemade box lunch gives us the energy to continue for 3 more hours, descending until we are again in our starting point, Villa Catedral. Of course that before that, we will visit the Frey Hut to know its history and mountain atmosphere that is breathed in this classic refuge of Bariloche.
We will gradually leave this high Andean terrain behind to immerse ourselves in the Patagonian rainforest. Flowers and lichens will give color to the trail. The Lengas will be getting bigger as we enter the Valley of the Van Titter, following its crystalline waters while we lose altitude.
The last hour of the trek is a long walk alongside the Southeast of the Cathedral Mount. That trail leads us to the parking lot of the Ski Center. Finally, after a long day in the mountains we deserve a good craft beer to celebrate!
In addition to having a good physical condition, keep in mind that this program is not recommended to people who suffer from fear of heights. During spring you will find large amounts of snow at the top of the mountain. It is therefore important to have good trekking boots and gaiters.
So, get in touch with me so we can plan together this hiking adventure towards the Frey Hut. I will be waiting for your contact!
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What happens if I need to cancel the trip?
If you book your Tour more than 30 days in advance, you will have a 48-hour span after booking to cancel and receive a full refund without any deductions.
After that period of time, if you decide to cancel the Tour, you will have the possibility to do so in accordance with the following indemnity scheme (refunded or to be paid depending on whether the payment was made and received):
100% refunded (or 0% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide up to 60 days before the first day of the Tour (minus fees as described below and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
75% refunded (or 25% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide between 59 and 30 days before the first day of the Tour (minus fees as described below and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
50% refunded (or 50% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide between 29 and 21 days before the first day of the Tour (minus fees as described below and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
0% refunded (or 100% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide less than 21 days before the first day of the Tour
Non-refundable fees that will be discounted from the refund include:
Any other fee that had been clearly mentioned to the client as non-refundable before the client booked.
What happens if the guide cancels the trip because of bad weather/unsuitable conditions?
In case of exceptional circumstances that obliges the Guide to cancel the trip, such as bad weather conditions, he will:
In the case where Guide proposes an alternative Tour similar to the initial Tour, the User will have to accept this alternative Tour or the Standard cancellation policy will apply. Please note, that the call to cancel a trip due to bad weather can only be made by the guide (not the client). Under exceptional circumstances, the guide could, however, decide at his sole discretion to refund the client (minus the mentioned fee/s).
Take into account, however, that if accommodation, flights or transfers were included in the trip you booked, then a different policy may apply as the guide will be bound by the provider’s cancellation policy.
We strongly advice to purchase an insurance policy that covers cancellations.
What happens if the guide doesn’t show up or cancels for personal reasons?
If the guide cancels for reason of injury or other, you will get a 100% refund on your trip.
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Languages
Portuguese | English
Certificates
AAGM | UIMLA
Man
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Maxine
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