Hiking
48,000 acres of the most picturesque trails in Patagonia Steppe to explore
Tipiliuke Lodge offers enormously varied hiking.
Embark on a captivating hiking
adventure through a picturesque ranch nestled within the rugged expanse of the Patagonian steppe. As you set foot on this breathtaking terrain, you'll find yourself enveloped by a panorama of various peaks that punctuate the horizon, including the majestic Tipiliuke Mountain or the Mirador (viewpoint mountain) among others.
Tipiliuke mountain and the Chimehuín river by Eliseo Miciu, featuring Lanín volcano in the background
Walks may take you through the estancia hundreds year old pine forests, pass through some of the historical estancia outbuildings, such as The Chapel which was built right after the II World War.
The chapel
Hikes around the lodge, will provide stunning views of the neighboring Lanín volcano or lead you to the finest trout clear waters of the enchanting Chimehuin River.
Tipiliuke mountain and the neighboring Lanín volcano
Throughout your hike, you might come across small creeks and trickling streams, their clear waters a testament to the untouched purity of this remote wilderness. In addition to its beautiful scenery, Tipiliuke is home to much of the unique wildlife of Patagonia. From large herds of red deer to andean condors, red tail fox, guanacos (the wild ancestors of the now domesticated llama) and the elusive puma.
Red deer
You will also often encounter the estancia gauchos, moving herds of cattle or horses. With almost 50,000 acres of the estancia to explore, the possibilities are endless: you need never cover the same ground twice!
Estancia gauchos
There is truly something for everyone in this slice of hiking paradise. All of our guides carry radios, meaning that hikers can be picked up at any time in one of our 4x4 vehicles if they wish. You will be accompanied by English speaking guides. Hikes are bespoke and tailored entirely around guest's preferences, both in terms of length and difficulty.
English speaking guides
Your journey through this ranch surrounded by various peaks in the Patagonian steppe will undoubtedly leave you with a profound connection to nature's splendor and a collection of memories that will forever evoke the spirit of exploration and wonder.
