Top notch itinerary for friends reunion
Patagonia | Jan 20 - Jan 30, 2024

Michaela
Michaela S.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Feb 01, 2024

Erin did a top notch job for us - 4 high school friends coming from 3 continents to Chile, celebrating our big birthdays together. All 4 of us were able to co-create the itinerary in the chat which was great. Erin's responsiveness and advice on where/what/how was just what we needed to get the perfect itinerary. Our questions on all the details and options or alternatives were quickly answered and resolved (especially getting us into the refugios and off the waiting lists and out of the tents! All the tickets, vouchers were right on point, easy to understand and worked like magic. We just got back and everything was perfect and executed just as designed. Nara was excellent answering last minute questions. The excursions and providers were all great, just as described. If you want to do Patagonia or Chile, highly recommend Erin, Nara and Laura.

Hotel Reviews
Solace Puerto Varas
Puerto Varas

Simple, practical, great breakfast and really good location - one block away from the center - grocery store one block as well - nothing negative to point out - staff very friendly and accommodating (even late check out).

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Hotel Vendaval
Puerto Natales

Our favorite - mostly b/c of the minimalistic design, modern look and just general vibe - the roof top was amazing. Small rooms but who cares if you are there to sleep or rest on the bed.... highly recommend. Location perfect right around the corner from the square and restaurants/shops.

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Refugio Torre Central
Parque Nacional Torres del Paine Pedro Montt

We were all surprised - maybe our expectations were low? Efficient, well organized, great services considering it is in the middle of nowhere, literally. Very clean overall, fun atmosphere and comfortable beds + blanket/sleeping bag. Location can't be beaten given the hikes start right there - and the closeness to the visitor center for departure is a huge plus. Surprising food too - nothing shabby. Highly recommend!

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Hotel Alma Sur
Punta Arenas

As with the other hotels, perfect for our need. Close to the center and bus station, very good restaurant inside is a big plus if you are exhausted, attentive staff. Small rooms but again, totally fine for our night and shower. Would recommend anytime.

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Hotel Big Sur
Puerto Natales

Very new so clean, miminalistic - very attentive staff who called cabs for us. Close to the water yet still close enough to the center with some nice restaurants and services (massages) on the street.

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Local specialist: Erin Wiley
Erin
Erin Wiley
Local specialist in Puerto Natales, Chile | Replied on Feb 22, 2024

Thank you Michaela for such a great review, and for taking the time to provide feedback on all of the hotels, this is so helpful to both us and future travelers. I really loved planning this trip, what a fun adventure for a group of high school friends. I might have loved even more hearing about how much you all enjoyed it, I am so joyed to hear that it was right in line with your expectations. You all were spoken very highly of by our guides and partners, thanks for the great energy and come back any time!