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Chile Rafting: Futaleufu River Trips
with Expediciones Chile

Futaleufu River Rafting from our Eco-Camp lies at the heart of all of our multi-sport trips in Chile. Acclaimed as one of the most demanding rafting runs in the world, the Futaleufu River provides rafters the ultimate whitewater challenge. The river's name is derived from a local Mapuche Indian word meaning “big, big river” and it lives up to its billing in every respect. Since the early 1990s rafting in Chile has become synonymous with this river and it has beckoned an elite group of international rafters daring enough to tempt the Class V power of Futaleufu. The first time you connect to the intriguing power of this river you will know it is unlike any river you have rafted before. It has earned its reputation as The Greatest Whitewater on Earth!!!

Chile rafting is not the only thing you will find in this spectacular river valley. From our Eco-Camp, located in the Azul outpost you will get to experience a multi-sport vacation like none other. From here we will venture out on horseback, mountain bikes, sit-on top kayaks and on foot to explore this magical paradise. Our diverse selection of activities draws you to the most fascinating ecosystems in this Patagonia valley. Trekking, fly fishing, sea kayaking, canyoning, our whitewater kayak school, and guided whitewater kayak trips are all possibilities with our Chile rafting program. Rafting in Patagonia has never been more comfortable or more customizable with Expediciones Chile’s eco-camp based itineraries!


Raft Chile: Our Futaleufu Rafting Trips



Futaleufu - Multisport Rafting Week

From the comforts of our Eco-Camp located in the alpine village of Futaleufu you will set out on a multisport rafting adventure of a lifetime. On this week long trip you will be able to play hard during the day and return to the comforts of sit down dinning, a cozy fireplace, and a warm bed. Rafting in Chile does not get any better than this...

Futaleufu Lodge - Multisport Rafting Week

(8 Days in Patagonia, Chile / 7 Overnights / 6 Active Days)


Futaleufu Lite - Multisport Rafting (4 days)

This trip is a shortened version of our Futaleufu Eco-Camp - Multisport Rafting Week. On this trip you will experience all of the highlights of the Futaleufu Valley and get to raft the heart of the Futaleufu and Casa de Piedra sections. A trip designed for those who don't have enough time for a full week of rafting in Patagonia...


Futaleufu Lodge Lite - Multisport Rafting (4 days)

(6 Days in Patagonia, Chile / 5 Overnights / 4 Active Days)

CondorNest - Rafting Week

Futaleufu River Rafting from our CondorNest ranch is an additional pleasure. Perfect for smaller groups of 4 to 6, this pampered experience offers exclusivity and surprising comfort in the rugged Andes of Patagonia. Private porch, linen bed service, unique tree trunk shower, heated cabins and...

Rafting Chile CondorNest

(8 Days in Patagonia, Chile / 7 Overnights / 6 Active Days)

Futaleufu Extreme Lite (4 Days)

Raft the entire Futaleufu River in just four days! This trip is designed for those who don't have the time for a full weeklong Chile rafting vacation but still want to experience the entire Futaleufu River. This trip is an eco-camp based trip for the most dedicated whitewater enthusiasts. There is one optional multisport day that can be substituted for a day of whitewater rafting on the Futaleufu...

Futaleufu Extreme Lite

(6 Days in Patagonia, Chile / 5 Overnights / 4 Active Days)



Futaleufu Challenge - Multisport Rafting Week

This is the trip for serious adventurers who want to go for as much physical activity as possible and want to do it with like-minded people. Futaleufu river rafting on the crown jewel of South America rivers with five challenging multi-sport adventures! These are the Full Futaleufu Descent, Horseback Riding Loop, Mountain Bike to Devil's Throat, Sit-on-top Kayak the Rio Espolon. For the final event you have a choice: you can either rappel into the river gorge and hike to the Throne Room Rapid or a climb to the base of the Tres Monjas peak. For those that are into running, each evening there will be time devoted to continue your jogging. If you have the energy...

Futaleufu Multisport Challenge - Multisport Rafting Week


(8 Days in Patagonia, Chile / 7 Overnights / 6 Active Days)



Raft Patagonia: Patagonia Rafting Trips
Chile & Argentina




Patagonia Rafting Safari - Multisport Rafting (2 weeks)

This trip will take you through Chile's famous lake district, the heart of the Andes Mountains, the Argentine Pampas and the Futaleufu River Valley. On this trip we will raft the Rio Fuy, Rio Manzo, Rio San Pedro and Rio Futaleufu. You will experience two different countries, three world-class national parks and numerous towns and villages in Patagonia, Chile and Argentina...

Patagonia Rafting Safari - Multisport Rafting (2 weeks)


(15 Days in Patagonia, Chile & Argentina/ 14 Overnights / 13 Active Days)








Patagonia Eco-Camp

Expediciones Chile offers more than just Patagonia raft trips and an eco-camp. We are a network of activities and unique places to stay: the CondorNest Ranch, Tres Monjas Eco-Camp, Wilderness Camps. Our flagship trip, the Futaleufu Rafting Week, allows you to raft the entire Futaleufu and supplement rafting with numerous other activities - or focus directly on the activities you enjoy most! This allows families or groups with diverse interests to enjoy the same vacation. All of our Chile rafting vacations are customizable. Our native wood eco-camp is based in the charming Rio Azul confluence, the epicenter of activity in this Patagonia valley. Our whitewater rafting vacations allow you to participate in numerous multi-sport activities that you select. In addition to rafting the Futaleufu River you can go whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking, horseback riding, mountain biking, trekking-hiking, canyoning; go to our kayak school; or go on a photo or eco-safari of the Futaleufu River Valley.





Whitewater Rafting on the Futaleufu

The Futaleufu River is located in northern Patagonia, Chile. As a whitewater rafting river it is relatively short, but extremely intense and concentrated. From top to bottom the whitewater section of the Futaleufu River is only 44 kilometers, or 27 miles long. It starts at the border of Argentina, in Los Alerces National Park and ends in Patagonia, Chile flowing into Lago Yelcho. The Futaleufu River has four defined world class sections of varying difficulty. The most challenging runs are on the Upper Futaleufu and the introductory sections are on the lower stretches. At Expediciones Chile we always raft on the easiest sections of the river first, to build your skills and your team's confidence, before rafting the more difficult sections. For this reason we start on the Lower Futaleufu and then move towards the top. You and your team can decide to continue on to more difficult water, or choose to continue rafting on the easier stretches. And, if you think you’ve had enough Futaleufu rafting there are numerous other activities waiting for you in this spectacular region of Patagonia, Chile. (The sections available to raft also depend on the water level of the Futaleufu.)


The Sections of the Futaleufu

(See our Patagonia guidebook for more general river details.)

First Section: Our first whitewater rafting run is the Heart of the Futaleufu, a Class 4/4+ action-packed section. This is world class Chile rafting at its best! Even our most experienced river runners tell us they have never seen such continuous non-stop action. One thing to consider is that this is the easiest section of the Futaleufu and for some of our guests it is more than enough whitewater to raft.

Second Section: Our second rafting run is the Heart of the Futaleufu plus the Class 5, Casa de Piedra section. Usually people enjoy this run more the second time. Near the end of the run we give folks an optional swim test before continuing on into our first Class 5 section below the Heart of the Futaleufu, into Mas o Manos (Class IV+) and Casa de Piedra (Class V) rapids. If you are not comfortable, our shuttle bus is waiting for you to take out at any time. The willing group members will continue on through Casa de Piedra. As we raft this section, those that have opted not to raft can watch and photograph from shore.

Third Section: If water levels are ideal, the third rafting run is through the Class 5 Infierno Canyon with mandatory portages around the Zeta and Throne Room rapids. These are a sight to behold for experienced river runners. Our day of Patagonia rafting culminates at our riverside Tres Monjas Eco Camp at the confluence of the Azul and the Futaleufu. All the best that rafting in Patagonia has to offer!

Fourth Section: The fourth run is putting in at our Tres Monjas Eco Camp and raft through the Class 5 Terminator section. This is one of the most challenging whitewater rafting runs on the river. By the end of this day you will have run the entire Futaleufu River!

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