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BIKE TO THE END OF THE WORLD  7 days cycling from Lake Escondido to Ushuaia
DEPARTURE DATES: Feb and throughout the year for private departures
This camping and cycling trip offers a whole new way to reach the end of the end of the world. The cycling begins in the renowned Lake Escondido and continues south east, following the Beagle Channel all the way to its mouth, camping out under the big skies of the southern cone, with one night in cabins at the beginning and two nights in Ushuaia at the end.
Day 1: Pick up at the airport or your hotel in Ushuaia and transfer to the hosteria at Lake Escondido, some 45km north of Ushuaia. There will be time to explore the peaceful lake on foot. Stay overnight in night in cabins on the lake shore. D Day 2: Set off on the bikes along the lake shore, before climbing over the Garibaldi Pass on the old Route 3 – an interesting and demanding climb which is rewarded by spectacular views across the central region of the Tierra de Fuego Island. (the support minibus is available for those who want to skip the climb!) From the pass the track descends to the camp ground. Approx 35km cycling. Overnight camping on the shores of the Lasiparsac River. B,L,D Day 3: Cycle to Estancia Harberton. After riding out from the campsite, there is a stop to explore the Harberton Estancia and its Marine Museum (entrance included), with the option of a short boat ride out to the penguin colony on Martillo Island (optional and subject to climate). The ride then continues round the Cambaraces Bay and on to the campsite. Approx 20km cycling. Overnight camping by the Cambaceres River. B, L, D
Day 4: On today’s ride along the shores of the Beagle there is a the constant company of a variety of sea bird species, and as the mouth of the Beagle Channel is approached, the wreck of the Logos boat can be seen, along with the islands of Picton, Lenox and Nueva, until the day ends at the Moat River. Approx 40km cycling. Overnight camping by the Moat River. Day 5: After breakfast and raising camp, the trip continues by minibus, returning to Ushuaia along the coast. There is the option of setting up the bikes to pedal the last 30km into Ushuaia. Overnight in Ushuaia. Day 6: Visitors have time to explore the renowned and beautiful Ushuaia National Park by bike, following the old Route 3 to its very end. Entrance fee to the park is included Overnight in Ushuaia. Day 7: Transfer to the airport included. Services end. B
Includes: Two experienced English speaking cycling guides; support vehicle, all constantly linked by radio communication. Tents and camping furniture and equipment are supplied (except sleeping bags).  Includes all transfers mentioned in the itinerary, all breakfasts (B) plus lunch and dinner whilst camping; snacks (cereal bars, nuts) and soft drinks while pedaling. Kallpa coordination throughout. Does not include: Bike hire, sleeping bag, flights, tips, laundry, insurance, visas, optional tours, dinners, and alcoholic drinks.
Meal and Hotel information Hotel breakfasts are continental breakfasts; lunches are pack lunches to take during the ride, or lunch in a local restaurant (not included). Travelers should allow approx U$D 10-15 for dinner each night and US $5-10 for lunches not included. Accommodation is in tourist class hotels in double room basis. Cycling information The tour is perfect for beginners and advanced cyclists alike. Virtually all cycling is off road with one large climb. Cyclists do not need to carry any of their luggage as they will be accompanied at all times by the support vehicles and all cycling is optional - cyclists can choose to travel in the support bus on any day they choose. If passengers bring their own bikes they will be responsible for making sure they have the correct spare parts (bear in mind that spare parts for disc brakes and rear suspension cannot be found in Argentina). General information It is best not to carry a lot of money in travelers’ checks as shops in Argentina avoid accepting them. US dollars cash is accepted and there are ATMs in most of the night stops. Credit cards like VISA and MASTERCARD are accepted in Salta and other towns. Suggested clothing and other equipment: “Camel-back” water hydration backpack or water bottle, 3-4 cycling shirts, hard soled cycling shoes (hired bikes are generally not SPD compatible), several pairs of cycling socks, sun cream, windproof jacket, rain trousers, sun visor or cap, Gore-Tex anorak, thermal shirt, fleece, T-shirts, cycling shorts are all essential. It can get cold at night and the weather is unpredictable. ALL PAX MUST HAVE PROOF OF ADEQUATE TRAVEL INSURANCE COVER THAT SPECIFICALLY COVERS MOUNTAIN BIKING.
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