Our wilderness ranch is basecamp, the launch point for our backcountry adventures. It’s also the place we call home.

“The ranch is magical – I could never have imagined the opportunity to experience such nature.” ­– Sophia M. (US) 

Life at the ranch is rustic and comfortable, designed to be as immersive in the outdoors as possible. We strive to embody our ethos to live simply and in harmony with nature and our community. Our conscious use of resources reflects our commitment to simplicity, interdependence, and conservation.  

The homestead encompasses a series of connected spaces, including a guesthouse (sleeping quarters), main house, dining and social space (community area), and outhouse (long drop toilets). We generate our own solar power, which meets any standard phone or camera charging needs. That said, come prepared to disconnect from devices (no cell or Internet service) and reconnect to wild places in nature and within yourself. We are a smoke free environment. Smoking is not permitted on any Patagonia Frontiers programs under any circumstances, place or time.

GUESTHOUSE

Our guesthouse readily sleeps up to seven guests, and we accommodate larger groups in camping style format. The guesthouse has three modest rooms: a single, double, and four-person bunkroom. We’ll set up a hot outdoor shower upon request, though you may embrace our Patagonia-style bathing (brisk run off the end of the dock into a glacial lake!).

FOOD

Meals are simple, seasonal, and communal, sourced from what is locally available. We delight in the freedom of drinking clean glacial water, and harvest fruit and vegetables between our orchard and greenhouse. We’ll invite you to enjoy quintessentially Chilean customs such as sipping matte (ritual shared tea) and the assado (celebratory barbeque on an outdoor fire). Vegetarian or other special meals can be arranged upon request, and we take care of all provisioning for our backcountry adventures.

WEATHER

Patagonia is famed for its intensity of experience, and the same is true for its weather. It’s not uncommon to get extreme wild, torrential rain, and brilliant sunshine all in the same day. As such, we abide by the mantra that ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes’ (and gear). We help to ensure that you’re prepared to meet the vast range of changing conditions so you can truly enjoy the experience. Our activities throughout the year will be shaped by the conditions. 

View our recommended itineraries or contact us to customize your own adventure.