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Futaleufu River Rafting and Multisport VacationJoin Bio Bio Expeditions for the adventure of a lifetime in beautiful
Northern Patagonia
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Copyright Statement:© David Boswell and Bio Bio Expeditions 2010
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All photographs provided by Bio Bio Expeditions except as noted otherwise. Title page photograph by David Boswell
The author on Glacier Perito Moreno with Bio Bio Expeditions in Southern Patagonia
TestimonialHello, my name is David Boswell. I am an emergency physician and
photographer from Tucson, Arizona who has travelled with Bio Bio Expeditions several times since 2006. My first trip with them was in January, 2006 to Costa Rica for flat water kayaking in Torteguero
National Park, whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, and relaxing on the beaches. I was impressed with Bio Bio and it’s guides from the very start.
Bio Bio specializes in customer oriented adventure travel, with a priority on safety that does nothing to diminish the “adrenaline factor.”
Since that first trip I have trekked the Inca Trail and explored the Amazon
jungle in Peru, went on a safari and reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, trekked through Torres del Paine and the El Chalten/Fitzroy region of Southern Patagonia, and, most recently, spent time
rafting and kayaking in the Futaleufu River region of Northern Patagonia, all with Bio Bio. Each trip has been smooth and well run, with personable,
knowledgeable guides, first class lodging (whether of the 5-star variety or the more rustic accommodations), and excellent itineraries. The focus is clearly
on the clients and providing an exciting, educational experience in a safe, stress free environment.
It is clear when talking to Marc and Laurence that they love what they do and that attitude is passed down through the entire organization, from
Florencia in the office to the guides such as Rachael, Phil, Jorge, and Stan (among the many very experienced guides employed by Bio Bio) to the local staff that keep the camp on the “Futa” run smoothly. If you want to
experience adventure travel as it should be then get up off the couch, sign up for a trip, and go out and explore our amazing, beautiful world. I know this
won’t be my last trip with Bio Bio.
Sincerely,David Boswell
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WELCOME TO PATAGONIA WITH BIO BIO EXPEDITIONS!
We warmly invite you to explore Patagonia with us during the South American summer from early December through March. With over 15 years of
experience running trips in Chile and Argentina you can rely on our expertise to enhance your vacation.
We pour our heart and soul into every aspect of your trip. Come with us to experience an amazing and
authentic river adventure where you will fully live the beauty, culture and magic of Patagonia.
David Boswell
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CLASS V ADRENALINE, FIVE STAR COMFORTS
We are intent on providing you with an experience in Patagonia that will surpass your wildest expectations! From the exciting
rafting on the Futaleufu and Azul rivers to horseback riding up pristine glacier-fed river valleys, from daily yoga classes to re-
ceiving a relaxing massage, from mountain biking to soaking in a riverside hot tub with a glass of wine, we’ve found the ideal way for you to satisfy your desire to explore, be active and relax all on the same trip. Our daily program is flexible so that you can
choose to do your favorite activities to your hearts content. We entertain a broad spectrum of ages and appetites for adventure
and adrenaline.
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Experience World Class Trout Fishing
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FAMILIAR...
The bonding and friendships that occur on our trips are pure magic and what keeps most of our guests
coming back for more – a big percentage of our guests have done multiple trips, or have come word-of-mouth from friends. We encourage you to be yourself, open
up, and have fun in an environment of support and kindness. Despite our guests coming from all over from
the globe and from all walks of life, there is a kindred spirit that unites us as people who truly love the
outdoors and having fun!
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Horseback Riding in the Rio Azul Valley
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Mountain Bike the Beautiful Futaleufu
River Canyon
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AND ENCHANTING...
Stay on the river in the most exquisite adventure base camp imaginable! Overlooking one of the most beautiful canyons of the Futaleufu River, our base camp proves that camping can be luxurious. Amenities include:
our riverside sunset bar where we enjoy Chilean wines, a wood sauna, 5 hot showers, flush toilets, 2 massage studios, a stone riverside hot
tub and a hand built cedar tub, a fire side sit down dining area where we enjoy delicious meals made with locally grown produce, and indoor and
outdoor yoga decks with spectacular river and mountain views.
Your “home away from home” is a private, spacious safari-style tent bungalow with amazing views of the river. You will sleep in a comfy bed
with crisp, clean linen and fluffy comforters to keep you warm as the river lulls you into having sweet dreams!
Our camp provides natural areas of private, quiet reflection and beautifully hand built structures such as the open-air library or cozy yoga pagoda. We are ideally situated for river access and smooth
shuttle logistics – jump in a raft and float down to the famous “bridge to bridge” white water section just a mile downstream from camp. We are
right in the middle of the most continuous white water on the river! This translates to more river time and less driving time.
An Evening of Chilean Wine Tasting
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At the Bio Bio camp you will dine in style, including a traditional meal of Cordero (lamb)
cooked over an open fire, called an Asado (pictured at left). But don’t worry if you don’t eat
meat, we can accommodate most dietary needs.
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Inflatable Duckies on the
Rio Azul
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RAISING THE BAR...White water rafting is our specialty! We will safely and
expertly guide you down the best whitewater on earth in both 16‘ and 18’ rafts with stern frames. Bio Bio Expeditions
maintains an impeccable safety record since our inception in 1992. We use both safety kayakers and catarafts with an international crew of guides that are leaders in their field.
Our gear is of the highest quality, from new high-float lifejackets to hand hewn Chilean saddles, it’s all top of the
line! We have a fleet of 14 mountain bikes, a variety of fishing equipment to use from shore or from one of our catarafts equipped with swivel casting seats, as well as a quiver of whitewater kayaks – from big volume river runners to the
newest trick play boats.
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Kayak the Futa......For beginners and
experts alike!
Cristian Vargas
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WITH A WELCOMING
SMILE!Our guides are whitewater experts who have been coming back year after year to the Futaleufu. They know every rapid, pour-over and eddy at all water levels. They are
CPR and first aid certified and many are also EMT’s, Wilderness First Responders, or whitewater rescue
technicians. They are fun, multi-talented men and women who will impress you on and off the river: kayaking, fire spinning, cooking, salsa dancing, guitar playing, nature
interpreting and joke telling. They are river loving individuals who have turned their passion into their profession and are
eager to paddle with you on the mighty Futaleufu!
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David Boswell
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Bio Bio Owners Marc Goddard and Laurence
Alvarez-Roos putting their friendship to the ultimate
test in a tandem whitewater kayak
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Near the Chilean-Argentinean
Border
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Adios from the magnificent and beautiful Rio Futaleufu! David Boswell