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Trekking Rupestre (Private)

Trekking Rupestre (Private)

Duration
5 hours
Availability
Available year-round
Departure day and time
Daily departures. Time arranged with the passenger, usually before midday.
Departs from
From your accommodation in Puerto Natales
Difficulty
Moderate
Language
Spanish and English

An archaeological circuit up Cerro Benítez, among rock paintings and views over Laguna Sofía

The Rock Art Archaeological Circuit runs along the slopes of Cerro Benítez, half an hour from Puerto Natales, across ground dotted with small caves and rock shelters. Several of them still hold paintings left by the people who lived here long before us, and others stand out for their unusual formations.
The circuit covers 6.4 kilometres through native forest, rock and steppe. It is not a walk to rush: the guide tells the story of the human occupation of the area and its biodiversity, and the pace adjusts to whatever each group wants to stop and look at.
The climb ends at the summit of Cerro Benítez, with an open view over Laguna Sofía and the mountains around it. It is also a good place to see condors: the area is part of their regular flight range and they often appear gliding over the hill.
Price per person, based on a group of 2 passengers. For other group sizes, please ask for a quote.

Itinerary

Pick-up

Pick-up at your accommodation in Puerto Natales, at the agreed time.

Transfer

About half an hour by vehicle from Puerto Natales to the start of the circuit.

Circuit

A walk among the small caves and rock shelters of the circuit, with rock paintings and unusual formations, through native forest and steppe.

Summit

Arrival at the summit, overlooking Laguna Sofía and the surrounding mountains. A regular flight area for condors.

Return

Descent and return to your accommodation in Puerto Natales.

Included and not included

What's included

  • Private transport with pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation, a guide in Spanish or English, and entrance fees.

Not included

  • Meals.

Meeting point

From your accommodation in Puerto Natales

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days in advance

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