Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén

A Journey Among Lakes and Towering Volcanoes. Stages 4, 5, 6 and 7 of the Huella Andina Trail

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Duration: 4 days Starting from: San Martin de los Andes Region: Patagonia Distance: 50 km
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén
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Start time: 7 am Ending time: 19 hs
Meeting Point: San Martin de los Andes
Duration: 4 days Cupos: 10 spots
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Proposal

Araucaria pines, lakes and the Patagonian Andes in all their splendor

The Huella Andina trail is the first long-distance trail built in Argentina. Running over 500 km, it crosses 5 National Parks and 3 provinces from north to south.

The stretch of great lakes that adorn the forests of the northern sector of Lanin National Park marks the beginning of Huella Andina and the realm of the Araucarias (Pehuén pines). It is also here that the last Mapuche communities still live, in a kind of “exile”.
Lanin National Park is one of the most emblematic environments of the Andean Patagonia. It holds numerous endemic species and countless breathtaking landscapes, typical of a region of great lakes, forests and mountains. 

"When you try to describe places with such grand landscapes, ones that stretch the very limits of the word paradise, words usually fall short".


Itinerary:

Day 1: Meet in San Martin de los Andes. Transfer to Lake Ñorquinco. First leg of the trek, Huella Andina, following the southern shore of Lake Ñorquinco. We pass the beautiful Colocó waterfall. Then, in a stretch of large wetlands, we reach the great Chusquén wetland, where old constructions abandoned by the Mapuche long ago still stand. We continue on to the campsite at Pampa de Castro. Set up camp. Dinner and overnight.

Day 2: LAKE RUCACHOROI. A day descending to the western head of Lake Rucachoroi, stage 5 of Huella Andina. The open and closed forest shows us the best of Lanin National Park, with great Araucarias, Coihues and Lengas trees. Lunch along the way.  After setting up camp, we'll once again have free time to relax by the lake and enjoy the magnificent surroundings. Dinner and overnight.

Day 3: MALALCO CHICO.  The longest day. We set off early to climb to the pass beside Cerro Rucachoroi, which lets us descend into the basin of Lake Quillén. Stage 6 of Huella Andina. It's a long climb, but one that rewards us with great views. A light lunch along the way. In the late afternoon we arrive at our next campsite, at Malalco Chico, high in the mountains. A farewell night in the mountains.

Day 4: LAKE QUILLEN - SMDLA. Bright and early, we break camp and walk down the long descent that brings us to the Mapuche community of Lefiman, then cover the final 5 km along a wide trail to the impressive Lake Quillén, where our transport picks us up. Transfer to San Martin de los Andes.  

Optional extra: On the days following the trek we offer: an ascent of Lanin Volcano (3776 m) or an ascent of Llaima Volcano (3125 m), one of the most active in South America, in Chile. Ask us for details. 


 

Included Services

  • Local transfer to and from San Martin de los Andes.
  • Professional mountain guides certified by APN (National Parks Administration)
  • Full board in the mountains (breakfast, trail snacks, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
  • General cooking equipment (pots, stoves)
  • Main first-aid kit and equipment
  • Emergency communication equipment: VHF radio / Satellite phone
  • Satellite tracking via Spot throughout the trek
  • Sleeping tents
  • Prior informational meetings
  • Suitable training plan
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Ongoing assistance and coordination

 

 

Services NOT included

  • Bus and/or flight to Neuquén or SMDLA
  • Expenses caused by dropping out of the program
  • Tips

 

Note

  • Classic Patagonian trekking expedition. With unserviced campsites and carrying an expedition backpack.
  • Ask about the ascent of Lanin Volcano (3776 m), on the two following days (with a rest day in between)
  • You need to carry your own large backpack. This is a program of medium physical and technical difficulty.

 

Where to sleep

in igloo-type tents for 2, 3 and 4 people. Unserviced wilderness campsites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be in training?

For any mountain activity, prior physical preparation is needed, or at least being physically active.

Do I need prior experience?

No prior experience is required, but we do recommend being in good physical condition and understanding that this is a trekking expedition, where you walk during the day with a backpack and spend the night in an unserviced campsite.  

Where do we sleep?

We sleep in mountain campsites, in comfortable igloo-type tents for 2/3 or 4 people. 

Do I need to bring a tent?

Tents are included in the service. They are carried between everyone.

What's the weather or temperature like?

Even though it's summer, in mountain and/or wilderness areas temperatures usually drop at night.

Are there rest stops?

Stops happen with a frequency and pacing that depends on the intensity.

There are stops for lunch, afternoon tea, and rest.

From what age can you do this activity?

From 13 years of age.

How much does the backpack weigh?

For women, a range of 12 to 15 kilos; for men, 15 to 20 kilos.

Who's a good fit for Carnival Holiday - Ñorquinco-Quillén Trekking - Lanin NP - Huella Andina?

Carnival Holiday - Ñorquinco-Quillén Trekking - Lanin NP - Huella Andina is an expedition that any adventurer can take on with the right physical preparation, equipment and prior experience con salida desde San Martin de los Andes , in the region Patagonia, Argentina. It lasts 4 days . Todos nuestros programas incluyen guías de montaña certificados, logística de expedición y seguro de accidentes personales.

What physical fitness level is required for Carnival Holiday - Ñorquinco-Quillén Trekking - Lanin NP - Huella Andina?

Como medir la dificultad de un ascenso o una expedición? es una pregunta que surge a menudo. Para esto desarrollamos un sistema de graduación que ayuda al participante a medir la dificultad, dado a que evaluamos 5 variables sobre la intensidad de cada propuesta.
• The weight of the backpack relative to the length of the day
• The physical demand
• The technical level of the terrain and required equipment
• The degree of mental strength required
• The maximum altitude reached
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What equipment do I need to take part in the Carnival Holiday - Ñorquinco-Quillén Trekking - Lanin NP - Huella Andina?

En cada uno de nuestros programas vas encontrar un apartado de EQUIPO REQUERIDO. contá con nosotros para asesorarte y prepararlo de forma adecuada para maximizar el disfrute de la actividad. Contamos con una tienda de alquiler, para resolver si te falta algo.
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What's included in Carnival Holiday - Ñorquinco-Quillén Trekking - Lanin NP - Huella Andina?

Local transfer to and from San Martin de los Andes. Professional mountain guides certified by APN (National Parks Administration) Full board in the mountains (breakfast, trail snacks, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner) General cooking equipment (pots, stoves) Main first-aid kit and equipment Emergency communication equipment: VHF radio / Satellite phone Satellite tracking via Spot throughout the trek Sleeping tents Prior informational meetings Suitable training plan Personal accident insurance Ongoing assistance and coordination    

What happens if the trip is suspended due to bad weather or other force majeure?

At AEX, the safety of our travelers and guides comes first. Activities are only suspended or modified when weather, political or geographic conditions put the expedition at risk. The decision rests exclusively with the guide team and technical direction, based on official reports (National Weather Service, National Parks or local authorities).

If the trip is suspended, do I lose what I paid?

No. The amount paid becomes a Credit in your favor (Weather Voucher) valid for 18 months from the suspended date: up to 6 months to choose a new date plus 12 months to take part. You can use it for the same expedition or any of our other destinations and experiences, and if you cannot use it within that period you can transfer it to someone else.

Required equipment

GENERAL EQUIPMENT

  • Special trekking backpack (60 to 80 liters)
  • Warm sleeping bag
  • Insulating sleeping mat (10 to 15mm).
  • Trekking poles

CLOTHING 

  • socks, (thin + two thick pairs, ski-type or synthetic). 
  • 1 pair of trekking shoes-boots (in good condition) 
  • 1 second pair of light spare footwear. 
  • long trekking pants (NOT jeans)
  • 1 pair of warm long pants or leggings. 
  • changes of underwear. 
  • 3 t-shirts and/or shirts (one long-sleeved) 
  • 2 warm layers (fleece jacket, or wool sweater)
  • 1 waterproof outfit (jacket)
  • 1 sun hat/cap (with brim) and another warm hat
  • 1 bandana to protect your neck from the sun
  • Warm gloves and a scarf or fleece neck gaiter.
  • Warm hat

PERSONAL ITEMS

  • Passport, ID card, DNI.
  • Health/medical insurance.
  • Completed medical and personal form, authorization.

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Headlamp with batteries. 
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen, lip balm
  • Toilet paper. Tissues. Baby wipes.

KITCHEN

  • Water containers for at least 2 liters (can be a plastic bottle) 
  • Cutlery
  • Plate or tupperware. (no glass or aluminum)
  • Plastic or enamel-coated metal mug (no glass or aluminum).
  • Dish towel.

OPTIONAL, not mandatory (depending on space and weight)

  • Warm jacket.
  • SILVER TAPE, for blisters and repairs.
  • Mate, bombilla (straw) and yerba.
  • Steel thermos. 
  • Binoculars, monocular. Camera or video equipment.
  • Book, notebook, travel journal, pencil, pen.
  • Games; cards, dice, etc
  • Pocket knife (e.g. Victorinox).
  • Whistle and lighter. 
  • Sturdy plastic bags to store clothing.

Rental Equipment

Trekking sleeping bag Available
Trekking sleeping bag
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Pair of Trekking Poles Available
Pair of Trekking Poles
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Mittens Available
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Crampons - Pair of Crampons Available
Pair of Crampons
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Climbing II - helmet, crampons and pickaxe Available
Rental : helmet, crampons and ice ax
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Climbing Combo I - helmet, crampons, pickaxe, harness, carabiners, plate, straps, cords Available
Combo Top: helmet, crampons, ice ax and full harness
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Category 3 sunglasses - Shepra Julbo Spectrom Available
Category 3 sunglasses - Shepra Julbo Spectrom
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Backpack for trekking and mountaineering - Woman Available
Backpack for trekking and mountaineering - Woman
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Carla Verónica Sterki

Plaza de Mulas. Increíble, una experiencia única!! Un viaje maravilloso en todos los sentidos. Los guias con un profesionalismo inmenso, Vane una genia, con una paciencia enorme y siempre muy atenta, cuidadosa y detallista para que podamos disfrutar la experiencia, siempre con muy buena onda y motivando para seguir. Gracias también Roger, Gus y Fede, muchas gracias por todas las buenas energías. Se armó un grupo hermoso. Las vistas y la inmensidad de los paisajes son únicas.

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Alex Sangregorio

Viajé hace un mes con ellos y la experiencia fue impecable. Muy buena organización por parte de toda la agencia y excelentes los guías, siempre atentos y con la mejor predisposición. Totalmente recomendable.

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Luciana Durante

Fui a Tres Picos con Mati y Fer de AEX. Todo sucedió como estaba organizado. Tanto los guías como Euge estuvieron disponibles desde el día 1 de la reserva para evacuar todas nuestras dudas y llegar de la mejor manera al trekking. Súper recomendable viajar con AEX.

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Ñorquinco-Rucachoroi-Quillén Trekking - Northern Lanin National Park - Neuquén

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