Mitre Peninsula Expedition – Tierra del Fuego
Mitre Peninsula Expedition – Trekking Tierra del Fuego
We adventure hiking on the north coast of península Mitre in the province Tierra del Fuego. A coast loaded by intensive energies created by the sea and winds, endless peat bog, bushy forests and abandoned estates. From explorer‘s shipwrecks from the past and original villages, until a countryside culture and untamed rebels.
F.A.Q. Frequently asked questions about Mitre Peninsula Expedition – Tierra del Fuego
Do I need previous experience for this trip?
- IT IS NECESARY TO BE IN A GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS HIKE.
- YOU DO NOT NEED ANY PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE OF AN EXPEDITION OR TREKKING. HOWEVER, IT IS BENEFICIAL IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE. GET READY FOR IT!
- It is a trekking with a rucksack on your shoulders. LOW LEVEL OF DIFFICULTIY AND INTERMEDIATE PHYSICAL CONDITION. If you never have been hiking with a rucksack on your shoulders for several days before, this is a big opportunity to learn it together with experienced guides.
- GOOD EQUIPMENT AND PREVIOUS PREPARATION ARE FUNDAMENTAL.Comfortable trekking shoes and a suitable rucksack makes the hike more enjoyable, a good sleeping bag guarantees a good rest. We will provide adequate food to keep you strong during the activity.
- The preparation is a big part of any expedition. Therefore, keep your body moving and healthy. If you have the chance to go walking with a rucksack and do hikings during weekends before beginng the expedition, even better.
What is included and what is not included?
- Please contact us for the price of the expedition.
- The price is in US-Dollar.
Included:
- All meals when starting the hike at Ushuaia until arriving in Ushuaia
- Accomodation (camping sites and tents)
- Transportation from Ushuaia until starting point of hike and back
- Certified Mountain guide with certificate in first aid in wild environment and wide experience in terrain
- Permits and accident insurance
Not included:
- Transportation from your home destination until Ushuaia and back
- Accomodation frist and last night in Ushuaia
- Personal equipment (see list of equipment)
- Travel insurance
What level of physical condition do I need?
- Need of INTERMEDIATE PHYSICAL CONDITION. We walk 5-6 hours per day with 8-10 kg each for several days. It is necessary to be physically active in ordert o join the hike but you do not need to be a super athlete. We recomend you to do sports during the previous months; ideal are day-hikes, running or any other sports. This will make your hike more tolerable and safe.
GEAR LIST – What can I rent?
- 60-70 litres backpack
- Waterproof, well worn-in walking boots – Good quality, comfortable footwear is essential. Whatever you wear on your feet the most important thing is comfort. It is vital to ensure your boots are well worn in and lightweight. Ankle support and waterproofing is recommended but if you already have something comfortable with good grip on rocks then don’t go rushing out to buy new boots – you are better off with your well-worn in pair!
- Shoes for river crossing/camp shoes: Crocs are ideal!
- Walking poles
- Sleeping bag (0-10 degrees)
- Sleeping matt
- Walking clothing in layers
- 1-2 pairs of hiking pants (zip-off pants recommended
- 1 waterproof rain jacket
- 2 T-shirts short sleeve
- 1-2 t-shirts long sleeve
- 1 Polar Fleece
- 1 down jacket
- 3 pairs of thick hiking socks
- Warm beanie or woollen hat
- Light warm gloves
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and sunhat
- Thermal underwear x 1 pair (1 top and 1 bottom to sleep)
- Thermal wear is highly recommended, being light, warm and will keep you warm at night.
- Swim wear
- Head torch
- Water bottle: 1 x 1.5 litre bottle or hydration bladder
- Personal medication
- Camera and spare batteries, memory cards or film.
(Please note: there are no electrical outlets on the trek so make sure you fully charge and or have spare batteries. ) - Snacks: Some snacks are provided during the trek but you may like to bring one or two extras just in case. If you have a dietary requirement then be recommend bringing some suitable snacks from home. We will accommodate you for breakfast, lunch and dinner however for snacks it’s recommended to bring some just to be safe.
- Toilet paper: Most important! Also, small plastic bags or zip lock bags for rubbish which you will need to hold on to until the end of the trek.
- Wet wipes and or face wipes: These are an essential and will come in handy after a long day of trekking and no showers.
- Plastic bags: To keep your belongings and clothes dry (wrap everything in plastic bags). RECOMMENDED: – Soft and/or hard copies of all important documents e.g. air tickets, passport, vaccination certificate, etc. and keep the hard copies separate from the originals. While not valid, a copy makes it very much easier to obtain replacements if necessary
- Eating Utensills: bowl, cup, cutlery
- Available for rent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping matt
- Walking poles
How much weight will I carry?
- Your rucksack will be composed of : 8-10 kg of your own equipment (rucksack, sleeping bag, camping mat, clothes, torch, etc.). Food, tents and kitchen equipment for the group will be transported by horses.
How can I book the trip?
- Fill in the BOOKING FORM (link).
- Pay the booking fee to secure your place (Bank data or credit card details at the end of the booking form).
- Fill in the Medical Form (link).
- Final payment must be made 1 month prior departure.
MEETING POINT? WHAT TIME?
- We meet on Saturday in Ushuaia at 4 p.m. The Welcome meeting is compusory. Please bring all the gear for the hike. The objective is: Equipment check.
- 5 Hermanos Hostel – Gdor. Deloqui 636 – Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego – Argentina
- reservas@5hermanoshostel.com
Where can I stay in Ushuaia? (first and last night)
- The accomodation before and after the hike is not included in the trip price. You decide where you want to stay. Please remember to book in advance since it is high season.
- Recommendations:
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- Ushuaia Hostel: 5 Hermanos Hostel – Gdor. Deloqui 636 – Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego – Argentina. Contact: reservas@5hermanoshostel.com
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How many people are on the trip?
- The expedition runs from 6 to 15 travelers. We like to keep groups small to enjoy nature at its best.
How far do we walk and for how long?
We hike approximately 80 km in total. Some days we walk 20 km, other days 15 km depending on where the camp sites and estates are located. Approximately we hike 5-6 hours on average per day. In summer the days in Patagonia are long and they allow us to walk at a speed in which the group feels comfortable in order to guarantee the safty and fun for all participants. The idea is to enjoy the nature from its inside.
NEXT DEPARTURES
Dates 2023/24
6 al 12 de Enero
17 al 23 de Febrero
TRIP PRICE : USD 1200
NEXT DEPARTURES
Dates 2023/24
6 al 12 de Enero
17 al 23 de Febrero
TRIP PRICE : USD 1200
The price is in US-Dollars. We will ask you to pay a 30% deposit to secure your place. The rest (70%) must be payed max. 1 month prior departure.
Methods of payment :
– VISA or MASTERCARD (+3%)
– International bank transfer
We will send you the payment information via internet after you have completed the booking form (link).
Remember that you do not need previous experience to participate but you need to be physically fit.
General information
- Activity : Hiking
- Starting and finishing point : Ushuaia to Ushuaia
- Duration : 7 days
- Itinerary : Peninsula Mitre – Tierra del Fuego
- Accommodation : 6 nights tent camping (basic facilities) in magic places
- Previous experience required : low
- Fitness level required : medium
- Group size : max. 14 people
- Minimun age : 14 years
- Distance : 75 km
- Altitude at highest point : 250 m
Travel itinerary
Note:
We will let you go and discover the terrain with your own senses. As we walk, we will let you get to know the rivers and vallys. When we camp, we will let you try the local food. When we pass through the local towns, we will let you get to know the local people.
The pictures on our website speak more then a thousand words which we could invent to describe the experience – we invite you to have a look at them.
Please find here a short day-by-day which shows the structure of the trip :
Day 0: Welcome Meeting
Travel day and Welcome meeting. Compulsory equipment check. Night in Ushuaia (the accomodation and dinner in Ushuaia is not included)
Day 1: Trekking
Ushuaia – Portal península mitre (fin ruta A) – Malenguena River. Distance 12km / Approx 6hs
Day 2: Trekking
Rio Malenguena – Psto. La chaira (Ea° Policarpo) Distance 10km / Approx 4hs
Day 3: Trekking
Psto. La Chaira – Campamento Oyarzo. Distance 10km / Approx 6hs
Day 4: Trekking
Loop Camp. Oyarzo – cerro campana – Cabo Leticia – Camp. Oyarzo. Distance 11km / Approx 8hs
Day 5: Trekking
Camp. Oyarzo – Psto. La Chaira. Distance 10km / Approx 6hs
Day 6: Rest Day
Day of Rest!
This is the opportunity to relax an entire day in this incredible area. Relax in the estate, read a book below a tree drinking mate and playing truco, play the guitar, walk around without any backpack, help the local guide with his countryside work, write about life or simply just look at the sky and do nothing. We generate this day in order to enjoy the place without going nowhere.
Day 7: Trekking
Psto. La Chaira – Ruta A. Distance 22km / Approx 10hs – Ushuaia