Sea Kayak through the Beagle Channel

sea-kayak-through-the-beagle-channel-5We go deep into the Beagle Channel, the emblematic channel that separates Argentina from Chile in Tierra del Fuego, to go and visit some of the places walked by the Yámanas that we will experience on the Sea Kayak through the Beagle Channel.

 

sea-kayak-through-the-beagle-channel-1To get a little soaked on the subject about the Yámanas and the Channel we´d like to tell you that the Yámanas were the first to inhabit the coasts of the Beagle Channel. The name of Beagle was given to this channel in honor of a British ship the HMS Beagle that did some hydrographical research along the southern coasts of South América between the years of 1826 and 1830 and commanded by Captain Phillip Parker King. In April 1830 while being docked at Orange Bay, her commander sent the navy officer Lieutenant M. Murray to inspect the northern area of Nassau Bay. This officer discovered a narrow pass (which was later named after him: Murray Channel) that flowed into a straight channel, of approximately 2 miles wide that stretched from east to west till it got lost in the horizon. That Channel was called Beagle.

sea-kayak-through-the-beagle-channel-4This piece of information works well as an introduction to appreciate the environment through which we will be navigating once this experience starts and presents itself in a great option.

We set off at 08AM and come back at around 2 or 3 PM spending 4 hours in the kayaks. The sailing is through a more isolated and virgin area. We leave from Bahia Golondrina rowing along the coast of the Beagle Channel west direction where we’ll have the chance of watching flocks of birds and other inhabitants of Ushuaia´s natural world. We’ll make a stop at Redonda Island to have lunch and then we’ll continue rowing through the Beagle Channel. eventually we’ll be finishing our trip 15 minutes away from the downtown Ushuaia where we’ll arrive to Cauquenes Bay near to the hotels so the time for resting will be closer than you think .

sea-kayak-through-the-beagle-channel-3It is very important, no matter which option you choose, to be in good physical condition, to know how to swim, to have a positive attitude or to borrow the tour guides´ and most importantly to love nature above all. Ask about these options to your Kallpa´s Account Executive. We have plenty of good experiences to share with you.

FACT SHEET

  • Minimun pax requirements: 2
  • Ages from 15 to 70 with a good physical condition.

SCHEDULE:

  • 8:00 hs Pick up at hotel.
  • 8:30 hs Arrival at  Golondrina Bay. Training and briefing of kayaks.
  • 9:30 hs Beginning of the rowing trip towards the West along the coast of the Beagle Channel
  • 12:00 hs Arrival at  Redonda Island for lunch.
  • 13:00 hs We continue the rowing through Beagle Channel
  • 14:00 hs Arrival at a Cauquenes Bay, Ushuaia.

Time duration: 6 hours

Meals: Snacks + lunch box + dessert. Drinks Included: wine, sodas, mineral water.

Season: 1 August / 1 May.

Main attractions: Beagle Channel, Redonda Island, Zaratiegui Cove

Included: Transportation, lunch, Introduction to Kayaking and Safety at Sea briefings, specialised guides. We provide you with gear necessary: fiberglass double Sea Kayak, neoprene boots, suit and gloves, spray-skirt and lifejacket.

Requirements: Being capable to swim, good health and adecquate fitness, “team player” attitude, positive mentality, respect for Nature, strict compliance to the guide’s directions.

Important Information: This tour is only recommended for people who have a good physical condition.

Taste our wines and feel the Tango at La Ventana

wine-tasting-and-feel-the-tango-at-la-ventana-2At La Ventana Barrio de Tango (La Ventana Tango neighbourhood) the Avant-garde movement makes itself at home. Two options to experience the Tango and also our Wine Culture.

La Ventana Tango is located right in the heart of San Telmo, in a historic “conventillo” (tenement house) that was brought back to life and is a classic in porteño culture. This is a voyage throughout time. The interior of the building, that preserves the old style in its purest way, is the ideal ambience for a unique experience: 35 performers among dancers, musicians (two tango orchestras), singers and a Folklore group; a menu based on local and international cuisine and an exquisite list of Argentine wines.

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True to the tango spirit, turning into a more intimate experience while enjoying the most traditional aspects of Argentina’s culture, we present these two options: The first one has been designed for those who enjoy wine tasting. La Ventana Barrio de Tango has its own brand of wines made by Vicentin Winery, such as Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. You’ll be part of the experience tasting a champagne, three different red wines and a white one, while having some gourmet appetizers in perfect combination with them. Sometimes, three Premium wines are tasted. The tasting is performed by an expert sommelier that leads us through the appreciation of the different flavours and aromas to identify each vine. Not only wines from La Ventana are tasted but also from other Bodegas (wineries).

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For those guests who want to leave Buenos Aires with a little bit of Tango running through their veins, they will give you a 1 hour Tango lesson before the beginning of the dinner and show. The class enlightens the 8 basic steps to tango. The teacher, who is one of the dancers at the show, will give a demonstration and then will ask the brave ones to try it on the dancefloor.  Everything takes place in a nice and relaxed ambience that will give you the chance to meet other guests and at the same time share the experience of Tango in Buenos Aires.

Either of these options have to be booked in advance along with the Tango dinner and show at La Ventana. This is an extra value that guests cannot miss. Get in contact and book it with your Account Executive at Kallpa.

FACT SHEET

  • Minimun Pax Requirements: 1
  • Transfers are not included.
  • Not included with the Tango dinner and show.

Having lunch at the sommelier’s house

Originally this tour is known as: “EATING WITH THE ENEMY”, and although the name it’s a little unorthodox, there´s a very interesting story in it. Having lunch at the sommelier’s house is a new highlight in Mendoza.

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The thing is that Alejandro Vigil is a wine expert at Catena Zapata Winery, one of the most prestigious wineries in Argentina, and he indulged himself by introducing his own wine:”El Enemigo” made together with Laura, youngest daughter of Ernesto Catena. From its very first impression the name speaks for itself and plays opposite to the other wineries that want to link wine to friendship. However, “El Enemigo” the name given to this wine, has conquered the market due to its antagonism.

lunch-at-the-somelier-house-1Maybe that’s not the picture we have in mind about what happens behind closed doors at Catena Zapata Winery, but that’s the way Alejandro Vigil is and he understands his work that way because he puts the same passion into the grapevines and into the bottles and now into his own restaurant “Casa del Enemigo”(House of the Enemy), where his guests can savour an exquisite local cuisine and its “emblem wine”.

He talks about “making extreme wines”, about the quality of the vines and about the people who work in the vineyards. In Kallpa we share the same passion about trips and wine and we bring it to our guests while searching for innovation in our programmes.

lunch-at-the-somelier-house-3It´s an interesting offer. They come and pick us up at the hotel to take us to Alejandro Vigil´s family refuge known as “Casa del Enemigo” to delight us with an exquisite “asado”(barbecue) with gourmet salads and grilled vegetables. We’ll also meet Alejandro and his wife Maria who’ll invite us into his family home to share with us some anecdotes, stories and all their passion for wine as well as treat us with internationally prized wines.

Tell your guests to come and we’ll all live together “the wine” in a different way full of colourful hues and experiences from the hands of one of the best wine experts in the world.

Menu

Lunch with “El Enemigo” (lunch with the enemy):
Outstanding criollo “asado” with salads and grilled vegetables along with the seven labels of “El Enemigo”.

Minimum pax requirements: 2

The service includes:

Round-trip transportation to and from the winery
Wine tasting “Gran Enemigo” experience
Lunch with wines included

Not included

Tips
Lodging
Extra wine tastings
Guide
Tour around the winery is subject to availability

Yungas Circuit on Mountain Bike

The two wheels are a passion that let us ride through fascinating places, be in touch with nature and feel the adrenaline. Whether it’s a smooth road or not, this is an experience just known to those who live it, and this is what Yungas Circuit on Mountain Bike is all about.

Right in the middle of a jungle that surrounds the town of San Lorenzo is where we´ll find the trails along which we´ll ride through our experience. San Lorenzo is a town close to the city of Salta towards the western side of the Andes Mountain Range, that´s why is called “Precordillera” or Oriental Mountain Range. One of the most complete biomasses in Northwest Argentina, also known as “yungas” or mountain forest can be found in this area.

We are now on a short car-trip towards Western Valle de Lerma. At our starting point we find ourselves getting the bicycles ready and fully equipped with helmets, water etc and attending a safety measures briefing about our circuit. .

This is a very interesting excursion which is ready for any level of experience or physical condition. The circuits range from AVERAGE to HARD and the guests can choose the circuits according to their level of experience. The biking takes about half a day approximately. The circuits are biked in 4 hours and you can take the morning tour starting at 10AM or the afternoon tour at 3PM.

We start pedalling along rural trails entering ravines full of a lush vegetation and waterways.This activity is very active and fun . What we do is biking across rivers and natural obstacles and feel the real essence of mountain-bike riding without being professional riders. During the trip we enjoy streams as well as watching the local flora and fauna. We are all the time assisted by expert and bilingual tour guides who will tell us about the most interesting aspects of mother nature.

The Yungas and Mountain Bike Circuit is an excellent choice to get to know the different aspects of Northwestern Argentina, to enjoy nature and to share with other travellers a unique experience.
We are waiting for you.

Fact Sheet

Minimum Pax required: 1

Duration:
Half day. 4 hours approximately (The length of the tour can change depending on the level of the group)

Timetable::
10:00 a 14:00 y/o 15:00 a 19:00 hs.

Level of difficulty:
Relaxed or average. Everybody can take it with an average good physical condition and an average technical handling of the bicycle. Adaptable circuit. Different trails to choose from depending on the physical condition of the guests.

Región:
Valle de Lerma / Mountain Forest / Oriental Mountain Range or Precordillera.

Included:

Transfers, full equipment(bicycles, helmets, etc), sweet and salty snacks, mineral water, bilingual tour guides, Insurances.

What you need to bring:
Comfortable clothes- Caps – Sunglasses – Sneakers or Trekking sandals – Sunscreen