Karukinka Adventure

Embark on our Karukinka Adventure

If you enjoy seeing animals in their natural habitat, along with breathtaking views, our Karukinka adventure is for you. This fun, three-day journey will take you to Karukinka Natural Park and beyond. You’ll be able to see the famed Patagonian guanaco, mosses, lichens, and so much more. Furthermore, at South Adventure, we’re committed to helping you plan your perfect trip down to the last detail and will be there for you every step of the way as you embark on this exciting expedition.

Trip Highlights

A few of the many sites you can see on your Karukinka tour include:

Porvenir, the Capital of Tierra del Fuego, Chile
Estancia Onaisin
The British Cemetery
King Penguin Natural Reserve (King Penguin Park)
“Draga Aurifera” – Golden Dredge
Karukinka Natural Park

DAY 1

If you’re all about Karukinka photo tours and getting lots of great pictures, this day (and this whole trip!) is for you. You’ll arrive at Porvenir, the capital of Tierra del Fuego. Then, we’ll come pick you up at the ferry station or airport and take you on an exciting tour of the city.

Afterwards, we’ll begin our journey south. Be sure to look for the famed native species, the Guanaco, as we travel to Estancia Onaisin. Once we arrive, we’ll pay a visit to the British cemetery before making our way to the King Penguin Natural Reserve. There, we’ll spend a blissful hour watching these majestic birds in their natural habitat.

Our tour then continues to Russfin, where you can see the “Draga Aurifera,” or Golden Dredge. On the way, keep your eyes peeled for indigenous birds, including the bandurrias, caiquén, and maybe even the Chilean flamenco.

After your exciting day, you’ll spend the night at a cozy lodge on the shore of beautiful Lago Blanco. A box lunch and homemade dinner, complete with dessert, are included.

DAY 2

We’ll begin day two with a nourishing breakfast together. Then, it’s time to trek in Karukinka Natural Park. We’ll take a semi-challenging trail that covers a distance of 12 km round trip. As you walk, you’ll see local wildlife, steppes, sub Antarctic forest, and beautiful flora and fauna.

We’ll stop at Lookout La Lenga and Lookout Laguna del Cura, 466 m above sea level, to take in the gorgeous view. Then, we’ll head to the lake as our final stop.

Day 2 includes a box lunch, homemade dinner with dessert, and a comfortable overnight stay at the lodge.

DAY 3

We’ll enjoy one last breakfast together before saying good-bye to the wonders of Karukinka Natural Park. We’ll then leave the lodge to head toward Porvenir as our fabulous journey comes to an end.

What’s Included?

Our Karukinka trip includes:

Private transport with bilingual local guides
Accommodations in a double occupancy room in Cabañas with a private bathroom and wooden stove for warmth
Food as detailed within the program
All activities as detailed in the program
Entrance fees to all attractions as detailed in the program
Satellite communication system
Trekking poles

It does not include:

International and domestic flights
Travel Insurance (Essential requirement)
Additional food, alcohol, tips or any other items not included in the program

Additional Information

Here are a few details to keep in mind as you prepare for your Karukinka adventure:

No mobile or internet connection
No shops (only in Porvenir)
The closest hospital, pharmacy, and grocery store are located in the city of Porvenir, 250 km from the lodge. Therefore, participants must obtain any necessary personal items in advance.
Suitable for people with NO trekking experience
Restrictions: NOT suitable for persons with heart problems or other disabilities which may prevent them from safely participating in an expedition without medical support.
Every participant of the “Karukinka Adventure” will be informed about rules in the park. We will also provide health & safety tips and trekking instructions.
Every participant will be supplied with trekking poles, food, and water.
This program could be subject to changes of direction during the excursion. These changes may affect the order in which the attractions described in this expedition are visited. Changes may be made according to the ferry / plane itinerary, weather conditions, or provisions of the Port Authority Armada de Chile
At the lodge, energy is available from 6:00 to 23:00.
Possible transport to or from Punta Arenas/Puerto Natales is available for an additional cost