INFORMACION GENERAL
This full day MTB ride is the perfect day excursion for those staying in Puerto Natales. Enjoy a fantastic experience in the wonderful landscapes and the vast nature of Puerto Natales. Cross the vast pampas and cattle ranches, pedal the best tracks and rural trails discovering the secrets of the paleomundo – the prehistoric life which still exists today as fossilized remains in the Ultima Esperanza. Enjoy the quiet nature, diverse culture and the possibility of sighting various wildlife species along the way!
Aspectos destacados del viaje
• Ride through Pampas, Forests, & Rolling Hills
• Pedal up to 25KM through the Ultima Esperanza
• Ascend Cerro Mocho on MTB with Views of the Paine Massif
• Visit the Milodon Cave Natural Monument – a Prehistoric Time Capsule
• The Perfect Day Excursion in Puerto Natales!
DESCARGA TUS MAPAS:
• PUERTO NATALES
• MAGALLANES & ANTARCTIC REGION
DESCARGA TU LISTA DE COSAS RECOMENDADOS:
• FULL DAY EXCURSION PACK LIST
Itinerario
Día 1
Transfer to Laguna Sofia – Full Day MTB Ride – Visit to Milodon Cave – Transfer Back to Puerto Natales
- 30 Minute Private Transfer, 4-6 Hours Pedaling/16-25 KM
- 1.5 Hour Tour of Natural Cave Monument
- 30 Minute Private Transfer (BL)
On this tour we will enjoy a full day of pedaling through the unparalleled landscapes of the Ultima Esperanza.
After a short transfer from your accommodation in Puerto Natales, we arrive at our starting point for our pedaling excursion at Sofía Lagoon – about 30 minutes outside of Puerto Natales.
From here we begin with an ascent along ranch trails following the hillside with spectacular views .
After about two hours of pedaling, we arrive to a large fertile plain located in the heart of Ultima Esperanza.
Here we will start to climb with a steeper cross country slope. During this section we will have to load our bikes through several sections until we reach the top of Cerro Mocho.
We will have lunch while enjoying a spectacular panoramic view of the Ultima Esperanza fjord, the Paine massif and surrounding mountain ranges, as well as the great Magellanic pampa.
Having regained our strength, we begin the descent observing the imposing Paine massif.
We descend first on natural trails and later we will enjoy a flowing trail which will lead us back to our transfer.
Upon our arrival, our transfer will be waiting for us and we will go to the Milodon Cave Natural Monument to explore it´s history and natural attractions that are an important and very interesting highlight to this region!
We return to Puerto Natales around 4:00PM.
INCLUIDO
- All Private/Shared Transportation Indicated in Schedule
- Local Guide, with Knowledge of Mechanics & First Aid
- Box Lunch & Snacks
- Trek Fuel EX 5 29 2019 Bicycle, Helmet, & Gloves
NO INCLUIDO
- Drinks (other than what is provided at beginning of excursion)
- Gastos Médicos
- Seguro de cualquier índole
- Gastos personales
- Propinas para Guía/Chofer
Alojamientos
Fechas & Precios
Chile Nativo opera con un máximo de 8 pasajeros por salida lo que permite un alto nivel de servicio individualizado y una experiencia personalizada inolvidable. Sin embargo, algunos programas se comparten como servicios regulares y puede haber un mayor número de invitados participantes por grupo.
PRICES FOR SEASON 2022/2023: (Valid until April 2023)
2-8 Guests Total in Group: New Season Pricing to Come!
SALIDAS DISPONIBLES A SOLICITUD!
FAQ's
Q: What physical & technical level is this ride?
R: If you feel comfortable and can agree to the following – then this ride is just right for you! You exercise regularly, on average 4 hours per week. You feel comfortable with sustained pedaling at a relaxed pace for 2-4 hours a day. You can pedal 2 or 3 days in a row for no more than 3 hours a day. You can tolerate pedaling 1 or more climbs of up to 300 meters of elevation gain (660 feet). You tolerate short sections where you have to push and / or walk uphill on the bike. Your exercise regimen includes a combination of resistance training like biking and strength training. At a controlled speed, you feel at ease walking on smooth one-lane trails that may include nearby trees, mud, loose rocks, and sand. You feel comfortable and safe rolling on small obstacles (10 cm) such as roots, rocks and small cuts on the trail. If you’ve been to a bike park, you feel comfortable on all green trails and blue trails. You roll over obstacles easily, though you keep both wheels on the ground. You are confident and successful in executing the following basic bike riding skills on smooth single lane trails:
– Gear Shift: You anticipate the terrain and change gears accordingly.
– Descending: You feel comfortable and balanced when you get up from the seat and you can keep the pedals level throughout the descent.
– Speed control and braking: You use momentum to climb undulating terrain and feel comfortable using the front and rear brakes when necessary. You know when to walk a section that might be too difficult.
