Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and the Perito Moreno Glacier
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We walk along a boardwalk with phenomenal views of the towering wall of ice and the immense Southern Patagonia Ice Field stretching into the distance, and watch as huge blocks of ice splinter from its three-mile-wide face into the turquoise waters of Lago Argentino—a spectacular sight! We return to Calafate in the late afternoon. Overnight at the comfortable Xelena Hotel. 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There can be no better calling than this.\" A tireless master of detail with an easygoing nature, Carlos knows all the hiking trails of Los Glaciares and Torres del Paine national parks intimately, and has a genuine passion for trekking and outdoor life. Having studied anthropology and sociology, he also loves sharing cultural aspects, with an emphasis on the people who inhabit this unique region of the globe. “There is actually a lot of serious work to make a trip fun. Sometimes I see other groups who don't know what they're doing, where they were yesterday, or are going tomorrow. I want my guests to enjoy as much as they can and, at the same time, truly learn about Patagonia—the mountains, the wind, the people, the trails, and the food.” Carlos lives in Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine, where he likes to tackle some of Patagonia's toughest hikes, then relax by repairing computers!"},{"GuideID":850608,"First_Name":"Rob","Last_Name":"Noonan","BioShort":"Rob Noonan came by his love of nature and the mountains early, adventuring throughout most of the Americas from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego and later earning a degree in environmental studies from Prescott College in Arizona. He has guided our Patagonia journeys since 1994, our hikes in the spectacular European Alps since 2007, and he is also our \"northern ambassador\" to Iceland and Greenland. 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Everything we expected and more. This was our second WT trip and we'll see you again soon. Thank you!"},{"GuestNames":"Jean M.","GuestLocation":"Auburndale, MA","GuestReview":"This trip kept bringing amazing scenery. It was hard to know what could follow the fantastic views of Fitzroy, but the next days were amazing, finishing with the icebergs on Lago Argentino and the ice field above Estancia Cristina. And wonderful hikes throughout!"},{"GuestNames":"Leo R.","GuestLocation":"Mahwah, NJ","GuestReview":"Wonderful trip—exceeded expectations."},{"GuestNames":"Nancy C.","GuestLocation":"Paris, Ontario","GuestReview":"This was a totally amazing trip! The locations we stayed at, the hikes, accommodations, scenery, food, our leader, Carlos, the whole itinerary...everything was first rate and an unbelievable experience."},{"GuestNames":"Perry P.","GuestLocation":"Durango, CO","GuestReview":"Sunny days, lack of wind and rain, excellent guides and leader, stupendous scenery, magnificent hikes, great food...what more could we ask for?"},{"GuestNames":"Todd J.","GuestLocation":"Austin, TX","GuestReview":"This was an adventure of a lifetime."}],"Extensions":[{"TripID":10360,"ExtensionTripID":10268,"Trip_Code":"IGUAZU","Trip_Name":"Iguazu Falls Extension"},{"TripID":10360,"ExtensionTripID":10269,"Trip_Code":"PAINE","Trip_Name":"Paine National Park Extension"}],"SimilarTrips":[{"TripID":10360,"SimilarTripID":10230,"Trip_Code":"PJARGENT","Trip_Name":"Argentina Private Journey"},{"TripID":10360,"SimilarTripID":10244,"Trip_Code":"PJCHILE","Trip_Name":"Chile Private Journey"},{"TripID":10360,"SimilarTripID":10494,"Trip_Code":"PATPUMAS","Trip_Name":"Patagonia: Tracking Pumas and Cruising the Fjords"},{"TripID":10360,"SimilarTripID":10316,"Trip_Code":"INPAT","Trip_Name":"Ultimate Patagonia"}],"Specialists":[{}],"TripSegments":[{"VendorID":73329,"ProductID":83575,"SelectType":"Optional","ChoiceGroup":0,"ProductType":"Extension","Vendor":"TravelArt","Address1":"Apoquindo 3000, Piso 4, Las Condes","Address2":"","City":"Santiago","State":"","Postal":"","Product":"Pre-Trip Extra Services: Paine National Park Extension","Day":-3,"Sequence":3,"Duration":4,"PropertyDescription":"","ItinBlock":"<p><\/p>","VendorPhoto":"","ProductPhoto":"","OnRequest":"Option","Overhead":false,"BookingNotes":"","TicketSession":"","TicketTimeOfDay":"","TicketRound":"","TicketCategory":"","TicketDate":"","TicketLocation":"","NotTicketOnly":false,"Inactive":false},{"VendorID":73433,"ProductID":85120,"SelectType":"Operational","ChoiceGroup":0,"ProductType":"Extension","Vendor":"Say Hueque","Address1":"Thames 2062","Address2":"","City":"Buenos Aires","State":"","Postal":"","Product":"Pre-Trip Extra Services: Mendoza Extension","Day":-2,"Sequence":3,"Duration":3,"PropertyDescription":"","ItinBlock":"","VendorPhoto":"","ProductPhoto":"","OnRequest":"Option","Overhead":false,"BookingNotes":"","TicketSession":"","TicketTimeOfDay":"","TicketRound":"","TicketCategory":"","TicketDate":"","TicketLocation":"","NotTicketOnly":false,"Inactive":false},{"VendorID":73433,"ProductID":85117,"SelectType":"Operational","ChoiceGroup":0,"ProductType":"Extension","Vendor":"Say Hueque","Address1":"Thames 2062","Address2":"","City":"Buenos Aires","State":"","Postal":"","Product":"Pre-Trip Extra Services: Estancia Extension","Day":-1,"Sequence":3,"Duration":2,"PropertyDescription":"","ItinBlock":"","VendorPhoto":"","ProductPhoto":"","OnRequest":"Option","Overhead":false,"BookingNotes":"","TicketSession":"","TicketTimeOfDay":"","TicketRound":"","TicketCategory":"","TicketDate":"","TicketLocation":"","NotTicketOnly":false,"Inactive":false},{"VendorID":73433,"ProductID":85118,"SelectType":"Optional","ChoiceGroup":0,"ProductType":"Extension","Vendor":"Say Hueque","Address1":"Thames 2062","Address2":"","City":"Buenos Aires","State":"","Postal":"","Product":"Pre-Trip Extra Services: Iguazu Falls Extensions","Day":-1,"Sequence":3,"Duration":2,"PropertyDescription":"","ItinBlock":"<p><\/p>","VendorPhoto":"","ProductPhoto":"","OnRequest":"Option","Overhead":false,"BookingNotes":"","TicketSession":"","TicketTimeOfDay":"","TicketRound":"","TicketCategory":"","TicketDate":"","TicketLocation":"","NotTicketOnly":false,"Inactive":false},{"VendorID":72011,"ProductID":85466,"SelectType":"Optional","ChoiceGroup":0,"ProductType":"Extra Hotel Night","Vendor":"CasaSur Bellini Hotel","Address1":"","Address2":"","City":"Buenos Aires","State":"","Postal":"","Product":"Extra Hotel Night","Day":0,"Sequence":0,"Duration":1,"PropertyDescription":"Set in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires where you can walk to art galleries, shops, bars, and a wide range of restaurants, the CasaSur Bellini features spacious, studio-like guest rooms with stylish, modern decor. 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Some of the most spectacular mountains on our planet are found in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, home to the sky-piercing peaks of the Fitz Roy massif. Our hiking journey reveals the very best of this grand-scale paradise where rivers of ice pour down from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. With two options most days, we'll hike to azure lakes for stunning vistas of glaciers and the famed spires of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, and we'll visit the massive ice wall of Perito Moreno, one of Argentina's natural wonders. At day's end in our estancias, including renowned Helsingfors and Cristina, with their exclusive locations, we'll celebrate with home-cooked Patagonian fare and fine Argentine wines.
Arrive: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Depart: Buenos Aires, Argentina
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Day 1 (1 night)
Located in the heart of the Recoleta neighborhood with its indie boutiques, hip enclaves, and architectural charm, the Palladio Hotel features modern guest rooms, an outdoor heated pool, and a spa and fitness center. The restaurant serves continental breakfast along with Mediterranean cuisine, and the Negresco Bar is a fun place to try an innovative cocktail while locals stroll in for after-work drinks.
Alternate Hotel: CasaSur Bellini Hotel
Days 2-4 (3 nights)
With the perfect location on the edge of Los Glaciares National Park, El Pilar is a picturesque 10-room country inn with incomparable access to the trailheads of the park's most sought-after hikes—and we usually have this special place all to ourselves! Guest rooms are simple and cozy, and there are phenomenal Fitz Roy views right from the dining room. It's a great place to relax after our hikes, welcomed in with a roaring fire and a glass of hearty wine. Our hosts, Guillermo and Cristina, offer warm hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals.Days 5-6 (2 nights)
This historic end-of-the-road estancia, with just nine guest rooms, stands in magnificent isolation on the shores of Lago Viedma. Our group always has this serene lodge—and the nearby hiking trails—to ourselves, which gives Helsingfors an exquisitely exclusive feel. The scenery is breathtaking, the bar is well stocked, and meals are first class (local lamb roasted over an open fire is a specialty).Day 7 (1 night)
Set near Lago Argentino and surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Patagonia, the Xelena Hotel has a welcoming lobby and spacious rooms with great views of the lake. Feel free to take a walk around the property, enjoy a swim in the hotel's indoor pool, or simply relax at the bar with a cocktail.Days 8-9 (2 nights)
Founded in 1914 as a sheep ranch and surrounded by the wild mountain and glacier scenery of Los Glaciares National Park, Estancia Cristina is accessible only by a boat ride across vast Lago Argentino. This charming place is the last estancia before one reaches the great icefields of the hielo continental. Its utterly remote setting truly makes you feel at the ends of the earth, but the comfortable accommodations make you feel right at home. Each of the 20 rooms (spread out in five casitas across the grounds) offer spectacular views of the mountains.
Day 10 (1 night)
Set near Lago Argentino and surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Patagonia, the Xelena Hotel has a welcoming lobby and spacious rooms with great views of the lake. Feel free to take a walk around the property, enjoy a swim in the hotel's indoor pool, or simply relax at the bar with a cocktail.Franco Baldinelli
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View ProfileThis trip is rated Level 3+, Moderate to Strenuous, according to our trip grading system. The hiking will be physically demanding at times (but we do offer shorter hiking options on the two longest hiking days). Most of the hiking takes place below altitudes of 5,000 feet. For the most part, the trails are not overly rugged or difficult, but the approaches and descents can be steep, and the trail conditions rocky or muddy.Please note that your leader may make adjustments to the itinerary and hiking routes, depending on local weather and trail conditions.
We recommend you make a special effort to get in good physical condition for this trip. The better condition you are in, the more you will enjoy your experience. We suggest you begin training several months before departure. Start gradually by doing hikes, running, using a Stairmaster, or riding bikes. The object is to improve your overall aerobic capacity and get your hiking muscles limbered up. Even a brisk 30-45 minute walk every other day over moderately steep terrain can do wonders for your conditioning, and it's a great way to break in your hiking boots.
We time our trips for Patagonia's ideal hiking weather, which is from late November through early March, when we can enjoy the mildest temperatures and 16 hours of daylight. November (spring) is blessed with wildflowers and March (fall) offers the start of spectacular fall foliage. With its deep southern latitude, you might expect Patagonia's weather to be more "polar" than it really is. In fact, the austral summer temperatures are relatively moderate. During Patagonia's summer months (November through March in the Southern Hemisphere), the thermometer rarely drops below 40°F and will usually reach into the high 60s and even low 70s during the day. Nevertheless, the weather is radically changeable. Rain, sleet, and snow can occur at any time -- perhaps just a few hours before or after sunny skies and 70° temperatures.
The enormous, unbroken stretches of ocean to the west and south of the tip of South America leave the Patagonian Andes exposed to strong and persistent winds. Winds circling the globe between latitudes of 40°S and 60°S have little obstruction when they reach the tip of South America. Experiencing these winds is almost inevitable on any Patagonian journey. For most part, you can expect winds of 9 to 13 miles per hour, but they can occasionally gust much higher, quickly "cooling down" an otherwise pleasant day.
There's a saying that in Patagonia that you can experience all four seasons in one day, so be prepared for quickly changing weather. The best defense is proper clothing, and our Pre-Departure Booklet has a detailed list of recommendations for layering. An insulating base layer (top and bottom) beneath your hiking clothes will keep you warm and comfortable. Capilene, fleece, and other synthetic fabrics are excellent choices, as are lightweight wool layers by companies like Patagonia, Icebreaker, and SmartWool.
Our spectacularly located estancias and lodges are a highlight of the trip, and we often have these entire lodges to ourselves. Please remember, though, that rooms in these unique places are not always of uniform or international size. Our Trip Leaders try their best to assign rooms in a fair way so that all participants experience an equal advantage throughout the trip as a whole. In addition, please note that many hotels and lodges in Patagonia have twin-bedded rooms. Very few have "matrimonial" rooms (rooms with a double bed). While we can request a double-bedded room for you if you ask us well in advance, we cannot guarantee it. Single rooms in Patagonian lodges tend to come in small sizes in exchange for the privacy they afford.
There are some long driving days on this trip, and although we have a very comfortable vehicle, everyone should be prepared for stretches of bumpy road conditions.
"Patagonia is clearly the most spectacular hiking experience I have ever had. It goes to the top of the list. To spend time in such a remote and beautiful place with charming helpful guides was simply awesome."
Ann W.
Blue Bell, PA
"The food and wines were fantastic, and our stays at the estancias were outstanding."
Bessie L.
Milpitas, CA
"This trip exceeded out expectations with wonderful hikes and comfortable accommodations."
Carol M.
Palo Alto, CA
"Trip exceeded all expectations! Fabulous scenery, great accommodations and food, amazing guide. Perfect!"
Deena S.
Jupiter, FL
"A wonderful experience that exceeded our expectation. Thank you!"
Emil L.
Milpitas, CA
"Great trip, great trip leader, beautiful lodging, helpful staff, and the wine was great!"
Grace W.
Mimbres, NM
"Really great trip! Everything we expected and more. This was our second WT trip and we'll see you again soon. Thank you!"
Howard G.
Bethesda, MD
"This trip kept bringing amazing scenery. It was hard to know what could follow the fantastic views of Fitzroy, but the next days were amazing, finishing with the icebergs on Lago Argentino and the ice field above Estancia Cristina. And wonderful hikes throughout!"
Jean M.
Auburndale, MA
"Wonderful trip—exceeded expectations."
Leo R.
Mahwah, NJ
"This was a totally amazing trip! The locations we stayed at, the hikes, accommodations, scenery, food, our leader, Carlos, the whole itinerary...everything was first rate and an unbelievable experience."
Nancy C.
Paris, Ontario
"Sunny days, lack of wind and rain, excellent guides and leader, stupendous scenery, magnificent hikes, great food...what more could we ask for?"
Perry P.
Durango, CO
"This was an adventure of a lifetime."
Todd J.
Austin, TX
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With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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He spends half the year in Patagonia, and the other half training horses and practicing polo across the globe.","BioLong":"José Argento, raised in a tiny farming community in Argentina, has had a deep connection to nature for as long as he can remember. With a degree in tourism and a specialization in glaciology, he loves to talk about ice fields and share adventurous tales of famous Patagonian climbing expeditions. José has led our adventures in Patagonia since 2013, and in his words, “I love laughing with my trip members. Working as a Trip Leader is the best job I can imagine. It gets me outdoors, in touch with people, and in touch with nature.\" Asked about a favorite tradition on WT trips, José notes, “A meal with Patagonian lamb—this is not just the lamb. Being by the fire, talking, enjoying the flames and a good Malbec with new friends- it seems simple but it is the best.” Having traveled and lived abroad extensively, from Europe to New Zealand, José is fluent in English, Italian, and of course Spanish. He spends half the year in Patagonia, and the other half training horses and practicing polo across the globe."},{"GuideID":850989,"First_Name":"Carlos","Last_Name":"Leon","BioShort":"Carlos Leon was born in central Chile and has lived in Patagonia since he was a child. He has been a member of the Wilderness Travel Patagonia team since 1996, first as a driver and local guide, and then as a Trip Leader. Carlos says, “I live in a wonderful place, surrounded by amazing sights and people, and my desire is to share it with travelers. There can be no better calling than this.\" A tireless master of details with an easygoing nature, Carlos knows all the hiking trails of Los Glaciares and Torres del Paine national parks intimately, and has a genuine passion for trekking and outdoor life. Having studied anthropology and sociology, he also loves sharing cultural aspects, with an emphasis on the people who inhabit this unique region of the globe. He lives in Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine, where he likes to tackle some of Patagonia's toughest hikes, then relax by repairing computers!","BioLong":"Carlos Leon was born in central Chile and has lived in Patagonia since he was a child. He has been a member of the Wilderness Travel Patagonia team since 1996, first as a driver and local guide, and then as a Trip Leader. Carlos says, “I live in a wonderful place, surrounded by amazing sights and people, and my desire is to share it with travelers. There can be no better calling than this.\" A tireless master of detail with an easygoing nature, Carlos knows all the hiking trails of Los Glaciares and Torres del Paine national parks intimately, and has a genuine passion for trekking and outdoor life. Having studied anthropology and sociology, he also loves sharing cultural aspects, with an emphasis on the people who inhabit this unique region of the globe. “There is actually a lot of serious work to make a trip fun. Sometimes I see other groups who don't know what they're doing, where they were yesterday, or are going tomorrow. I want my guests to enjoy as much as they can and, at the same time, truly learn about Patagonia—the mountains, the wind, the people, the trails, and the food.” Carlos lives in Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine, where he likes to tackle some of Patagonia's toughest hikes, then relax by repairing computers!"},{"GuideID":850608,"First_Name":"Rob","Last_Name":"Noonan","BioShort":"Rob Noonan came by his love of nature and the mountains early, adventuring throughout most of the Americas from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego and later earning a degree in environmental studies from Prescott College in Arizona. He has guided our Patagonia journeys since 1994, our hikes in the spectacular European Alps since 2007, and he is also our \"northern ambassador\" to Iceland and Greenland. In between trips, Rob lives in Flagstaff, Arizona, where he enjoys hiking and river rafting.","BioLong":"Rob Noonan came by his love of nature and the mountains early, adventuring throughout most of the Americas and later earning a degree in environmental studies from Prescott College in Arizona. He began guiding our Patagonia hiking journeys in 1994. Rob brings a lot to a journey, with his boundless energy and depth of knowledge. He has a keen interest in natural history (he's a self-confessed \"bird nerd\"), and he enjoys comparing the ecology and geology of the incredibly diverse landscapes that he guides in. His personal connections also open many doors along the way, which adds to the fun of any trip Rob leads. \"I love the cultural aspects of having friends all over the world, and it is a true joy in my life to lead adventures in lands I love and respect so passionately.\" When he's not leading trips for us, Rob lives in Flagstaff, Arizona, where he enjoys hiking and river rafting."}],"guestreviews":[{"GuestNames":"Ann W.","GuestLocation":"Blue Bell, PA","GuestReview":"Patagonia is clearly the most spectacular hiking experience I have ever had. It goes to the top of the list. To spend time in such a remote and beautiful place with charming helpful guides was simply awesome."},{"GuestNames":"Bessie L.","GuestLocation":"Milpitas, CA","GuestReview":"The food and wines were fantastic, and our stays at the estancias were outstanding."},{"GuestNames":"Carol M.","GuestLocation":"Palo Alto, CA","GuestReview":"This trip exceeded out expectations with wonderful hikes and comfortable accommodations."},{"GuestNames":"Deena S.","GuestLocation":"Jupiter, FL","GuestReview":"Trip exceeded all expectations! Fabulous scenery, great accommodations and food, amazing guide. Perfect!"},{"GuestNames":"Emil L.","GuestLocation":"Milpitas, CA","GuestReview":"A wonderful experience that exceeded our expectation. Thank you!"},{"GuestNames":"Grace W.","GuestLocation":"Mimbres, NM","GuestReview":"Great trip, great trip leader, beautiful lodging, helpful staff, and the wine was great!"},{"GuestNames":"Howard G.","GuestLocation":"Bethesda, MD","GuestReview":"Really great trip! 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Most digital cameras and phones have good video options, but you may want to consider a GoPro for a lightweight, waterproof option. Always practice ahead of time with new equipment and bring your manual with you. Camera equipment is available for rent from Borrow Lenses , with a 10% discount offered to Wilderness Travel clients. This is an especially good idea for renting large zoom lenses that you may need for just one trip.<br><br><strong><br>Camera Accessories<\/strong><br>We recommend bringing at least two large capacity memory cards or a small digital storage unit (or tablet) to back up your photos, freeing space on your memory cards. Don't forget to bring a battery charger and a backup battery so one is always charged and ready to use. 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See our website for details: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance<\/a><\/p>","System_Make_it_Your_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:18 --><p>The prices above are for the ready-to-book adventure outlined in this Detailed Itinerary, a popular option that has been handcrafted by our Area Specialists to include the best of every destination. While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. 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Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. 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