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PATAGONIA AUTUMN TOUR

UNMATCHED ITINERARY IN ARGENTINA AND CHILE

Don’t miss otherworldly Patagonia in South America next Fall with Max Rive on his 10-day adventure tour. Witness and experience these incredible landscapes in a way never seen or photographed before. From hidden forests and unknown waterfalls to secret lakes and mountain viewpoints, this tour has it all! Expect to camp in remote and beautiful destinations as well as stays in hotels for a higher degree of comfort. Personal Processing Lessons are included!

Tour Length

10 Days

Dates

April 11 - 20

Activity Level

Med - Hard

Group Size

Max 10

Price

€5850,-
HIGHLIGHTS

TDP

TDP

Viewpoints

Viewpoints

Monte Fitz Roy

Monte Fitz Roy

Guanacos

Guanacos

Lenticular Clouds

Lenticular Clouds

First Snow

First Snow

Perfect Fall Colors

Perfect Fall Colors

The other Side

The other Side

During this workshop we cross the river! (with official guide)

Storms

Storms

PATAGONIA ITINERARY

Day 1

You will be picked up from either Calafate Airport or from your accommodation in case you have arrived prior. After saying hi to the group, it is time to drive in around 3 hours to the small town of El Chalten. We will meet up with the porters and guide - who will assist us during the first 5 days of the tour. All non-essential gear can be left in our apartment. We will have an apartment available at all times - in case of terrible weather. But, we just prepare for the worst and aim for the best, so time to get moving into the mountains! The first part of the hike is going uphill. We will arrive after1 hour of hiking at our basecamp. Our basecamp is situated with a view over a lake, and Monte Fitz Roy in the distance. We will shoot sunset from the lake and from a waterfall nearby. During the night we will shoot the milky waywith Monte Fitz Roy in the background. Of course, this is optional.

Images Day 1

Day 2

The morning of day 2 is a special one - because we will witness the first sunrise on Monte Fitz Roy from a very special location. It is near our basecamp and offers a stunning view with a river leading to the mountain. After this incredible sunrise shoot, a breakfast, and a one hour but flat hike, we will arrive on our second basecamp. We are now not far from Monte Fitz Roy, and will visit many different spots around basecamp which all have a unique character.

Images Day 2

Day 3 + 4

On day 3 and 4 we will also shoot around basecamp. There are multiple great locations to choose from. We will also go to Laguna de los Tres - the highest lake in the area directly on the foot of Monte Fitz Roy. We will also visit a grave-yard of dead trees, Laguna Sucia, a secret viewpoint and many more great spots. There will also be great night photography options for the real die-hards!

Images Day 3 + 4

Day 4 and 5

Exploring the Lago Torre area. Here we will explore endless compositions of Cerro Torre, an incredible fang shaped mountain overlooking the nearby After our morning shoot on day 4 (Monte Fitz Roy) it is time to visit it's neighbor:Cerro Torre. To reach our basecamp, we hike along a mostly flat hiking trail over the course of 2 hours+. The hike offers some incredible views on the mountains and the beautiful fall colored forests. From Cerro Torre basecamp, we will shoot the mountain from the lake and the river from both sides. To get the best photos we have to cross the river by rope harness. Don't worry, you will be 100% secured. Our guide will take care of the required gear (and permits). All locations are near our basecamp. At night, if the weather allows it, we will shoot Cerro Torre with the night sky! glacier lake. This location is conveniently close to several interesting features including the icy lake, a raging river, and vibrant trees. Lago Torre is great for scouting, whether with your guides or on your own, the choice is yours. We are always nearby to help you in conveying the beauty of this place.
On day 5 we will hike back to El Chalten where we will stay and a hotel and freshen up. Here we will demonstrate some post processing skills with the option to photograph the peaks right from town.

Images Day 4 and 5

Day 5 + 6

On day 5 after another great morning shoot around Cerro Torre, it is time to hike back to El Chalten. We will check-in our 4 star accommodation (different from our apartment). For sunset we will drive to our sunset spot. We will shoot Monte Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre in one shot with a river lining up underneath. It is also possible to get some great comps with your drone. 
On day 6 we will OF COURSE head out for a sunrise shoot. There are different options depending on the weather and how the shoot on day 5 was. We will also start driving towards Chile/Torres del Paine. Along the way we will look out for Guanacos - they can often been seen in the fields in front of Monte Fitz Roy. If we do - we will (carefully) shoot them with our tele lenses.

Images Day 5 + 6

Day 7 - 9

From day 7 to 9 we will stay in Torres del Paine, Chile. We will only do small hikes, with great views. The landscape is more flat, but with mountains just as steep and spectacular as in Argentina. The forests are smaller and more bold - due to the hard winds and a wildfire that happened many years ago. The sunrises are some of the best in the world due to the location of the mountains and the lack of mountains in the east. We will shoot many different comps - most you won't find on other tours! During the day it is time to relax in our luxurious hotel. Max is always ready for editing tips and critique sessions.

Images Day 7 - 9

Day 9 and 10

After our incredible sunrise shoot on day 9 in Torres del Paine, it is time to cross the border into Argentina again. We will check into our hotel in El Calafate in the evening. It is time to pack for your next day flight. But, don't pack your camera gear just yet, because in the morning on day 10, we will first visit the Perito Moreno glacier. This glacier is 30 km / 19 mile long and has to be visited and shot. We will aim for some dramatic clouds in the morning and frame the glacier with one of the trees. After checkout and breakfast it is time to drop off everyone at the airport at no later than 1pm.

Images Day 9 and 10

INCLUDED

Major Award-winning Photography guide

Max Rive

All lodging

4 star hotels

National Park Guides

Both in Argentina and TDP (Chile) we will be supported by NP Guides

All Food during camping

For breakfast: Milk with cornflakes, muesli or Oatmeal and raisins, nuts or sugar. There is bread, toast and crackers with butter, jam, honey, meat, cheese, etc. and coffee and tea. For lunch we have sandwiches or a warm meal such as noodles or soup. For dinner we have Pasta's, risotto rise, noodles and vegetables. In between there are snacks such as nuts, raisins, granola bars, chocolate bars, chocolate etc. We have specific meals for any vegetarians, vegans and other specific dietary and allergy restrictions.

Transportation

Depending on the group size we will use one or two 9-seater vans to ensure a comfortable ride with plenty of space.

Max Rive's Processing instructional Videos

Max Rive's in the field tutorials are not included

Personal Processing Sessions

The guides will demonstrate the latest processing techniques on a laptop connected to the available tv or monitor in the hotel. A photo from one of the participants or from the guide himself will be used. All sessions will be recorded and shared among the group so everyone can watch the classes back once at home.

Flights

Start in El Calafate Airport

Travel insurance

Obtaining travel insurance prior to the Patagonia Photo Tour start is mandatory

Alcoholic drinks and extra snacks

In case you want to order alcoholic drinks or extra snacks and food it will be at your own expense

PARTICIPANTS PHOTOS
TESTIMONIALS
Read more Testimonials in the PDF

The best I’ve attended

Having visited the Dolomites in Italy with Max as well as visiting Patagonia through him, I can hand on heart thoroughly recommend Max Patagonia tour. I’m pleased to say that these tours are easily some of the best I’ve ever had the good fortune of attending. This was in large part down to how down-to-Earth and approachable Max and his crew are. We went above and beyond in trying to capture something truly unique during the Patagonia Photo Tour and I picked up a wealth of information from both trips, all whilst making some real friends for life.

Bilal
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    Lived up to high expectations

    Patagonia is somewhere I have wanted to visit for a long time with my camera and Max's tour
    certainly lived up to expectations and more! The first part of the tour was camping, this is the
    best way to maximize your time in Parque National Los Glaciares so this was a big plus it felt like
    luxury when we had a lodge in Chile. Incredible and amazing tour in every regard, highly recommend
    it to everyone!

    Andrew Robertson
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    • Beyond our expectations

    We were absolutely blown away by how beautiful Patagonia was, and we got photos that were beyond
    anything any of us expected thanks to Max and his incredible location knowledge.
    The Porter service carrying our stuff during the hike was a great idea -
    it helped us to make the hiking much easier and comfortable. The light, the colors, the mountains,
    the rivers, the interesting trees, shapes, all were like you had walked into a perfect scene that had been
    crafted for photography. We learned a ton on this Patagonia Photo Tour which far exceeded my
    expectations. It was easily the best photo tour of my life and I have been on MANY!

    Mei Su
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    Let's make a positive impact

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    With the rapidly growing world population and the way we often priorities our economies at the cost of our natural world – making a positive impact while running a business is more important than ever before.

    From every order made on this website,Ecologi They will plant one tree in designated lands.

    You can access my tree status page in the banner on the bottom of this page. This page will be updated every 24 hours. On a later stage a special page with more info on this and more projects will be opened – stay tuned!

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    FAQ

    What Physical Fitness level is required?

    A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour. There is a fair amount of hiking with elevation involved. While the itinerary is action packed, you may opt out of some of the shoots to rest instead. If you consider your level of physical fitness inadequate for this tour please contact us to discuss possible options.

    What lenses shall I bring to Patagonia?

    We recommend to bring a wide angle (zoom) and a tele-zoom. During the hiking part we recommend to bing only 2 lenses in order to keep the weight down to a minimum.

    Where do we leave our luggage when we are out camping?

    We have a secured room in which we can leave luggage we don't need during the hike. Such as laptops, extra clothes, lenses, food etc.

    What will the weather be like?

    The climate in Patagonia can vary greatly from day to day. From wind and rain to incredible calms, the weather is the wild card here. These dramatic shifts provide the greatest opportunities for epic displays of light. We need to be properly prepared to be comfortable in any conditions so we can take advantage of these opportunities. We will pursue reflective lakes on some days, and stormy skies on others.

    Which tour has the best Autumn colors?

    The autumn colors are at its peak between April 2nd and April 25th. This is an average because each year the Autumn starts and finishes at a different time.

    Will we shoot any wildlife?

    Yes, we will certainly see many Guanacos. We have a good chance to see Condors and a small change to see Pumas (very scared for humans and in South America not dangerous). If we are very lucky we will also see huemul deer.

    Do I need specific hiking gear?

    We provide single person tents. Sleeping bags and mats can be rented at the start with the porter services. You need to bring your own backpack, shoes and other clothes and smaller items. A detailed pack list will be provided upon registration.

    I have a question which is not covered in ths FAQ.

    We recommend reading the information brochure PDF. You will get all tour PDF’s by email when joining our exclusive tour list (CLICK HERE)

    Your Guide

    Max Rive is most driven by seeking new perspectives in the natural world and capturing them in his own distinguished style. Max's powerful portrayals of his interactions with the mountains has earned him international recognition in the outdoor community.

    He has spent an abundance of time backpacking through Patagonia on a journey of discovery, questing for the greatest vantages of the greatest peaks. His Patagonia tour is a culmination of his time in these mountains.

    REFUND AND CANCELATION
    The deposit of 1500,- euro can be transferred to a different tour. A refund will be given if 1. A replacement has been found and 2. If the tour is fully booked.

    Refund Policy regarding the full payment
    (which is required 90 days before the tour start):
     • More than 60 days prior to the start date: 70%refund
    • 45 days prior to the start date: 35% refund
    • 30 days prior to the start date: 15% refund
    • Less than 30 days: no refund.

    When a replacement has been found a refund will be given. Any discount offered to that replacement will be deducted from the refund amount. The received amount will be refunded - transaction costs and currency differences might lower this amount.

    Refunds will be paid by the same method as the original payment was made. Refunds will be initiated within 72 hours after the approved request. Please find our full refund and cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions here.