The Full Day excursion to Río Simpson and Puerto Aysén is a unique experience that you cannot miss. During this full-day adventure, you will be able to enjoy the natural and cultural beauty of the Aysén region.
The tour begins by leaving Coyhaique heading west along one of the most emblematic roads of the Carretera Austral towards Puerto Aysén.
After driving the first 30 km , we will make a stop to visit the Simpson River National Reserve, this has an area of more than 41 thousand hectares, we will begin in its visitor center where the first thing we will be able to appreciate is an initial brushstroke of the flora and fauna of the sector.
We will continue with a short walk to the shores of the < b>Simpson River to enjoy its incomparable surroundings and be dazzled by its beauty, and in the background a Morro called “Queque Inglés”.
After the walk, we will continue this experience to Puerto Aysén, on the way we will stop at “La Cascada de la Virgen”, an emblematic place to take pictures, a must!...
Puerto Aysén, is a picturesque coastal city, located at the mouth of del río, is the second most populated in this southern region, with about 27 thousand inhabitants. We will make a panoramic tour of the city together so that you can learn about all the culture and history that this place hides, such as that of the Italian missionary priest Antonio Ronchi who tirelessly fought to improve the quality of life of those who they needed it the most.
We will make another stop on the coastal road , (weather conditions permitting), to dazzle us with a panoramic view of the imposing Hanging Bridge, over the Aysén River, which characterizes the city. Here we can also enjoy a delicious lunch with local products while admiring the port and its fishing boats.
Then, we will visit the artisan market of Puerto Aysén, where you can buy some beautiful handicrafts made by the locals.
Before finishing, during the return to Coyhaique we will stop at the Mirador Marchant to enjoy splendid views of the regional capital.
In short, if you want to explore nature, history and the culture of this region of Southern Patagonia in a single day. The Full Day experience to Río Simpson and Puerto Aysén is perfect for you!