LOCATION MAPS - CHILE & ARGENTINA

WHERE IN THE WORLD ARE WE?

Southern Chile Expeditions, S. A. operates in Chile and Argentina in a geographic area, encompassing both countries, commonly known as the Patagonia. Outlined in red is the general location of our operations. From the standpoint of geographic features, climate, flora and fauna, the individual settings of our lodges and out camps, are unique. Expeditions with us range from the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes and on to the pampas of Argentina.

One company, two countries -- Southern Chile Expeditions--your host in the Patagonia

At approximately S. Latitude 42º is our flagship Chilean lodge YAN KEE WAY. A little more than 300 air miles to the south, is our other Chilean Lodge, EL PATAGON at S. Latitude 44º. Between those two lodges, at S. Latitude 43º, on the other side of the Andes in la Argentina, is LOS BANDIDOS. This triangular arrangement in the placement of our lodges provides you with the opportunity to move from one to the other, experiencing new territory, two distinct border crossings through the Andes and a diversity of terrain and land forms. While on your expeditions, you’ll not only enjoy the activities associated with your particular expedition package, but the varied characteristics of these regions of the Patagonia as well.

YAN KEE WAY, our flagship Lodge is approximately 600 air miles South of Santiago, the capital of Chile. Lago Llanquihue, our home lake, is 320 square miles in surface area, one of the country’s larger lakes. It is also the Southern most lake in Chile’s famous Lake District. In the foothills of the Andes and in the center of the best fishing in the region, the location of our lodge is ideal for those devoted to fly-fishing. For those interested in Sport Adventure and Cultural Expeditions, this area’s natural and cultural resources abound. From the standpoint of connections via airlines and to the famous crossing, by boat, through the Andes to San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina, our location cannot not be surpassed. Surprisingly, there is even a state owned casino, in near by Puerto Varas for those who cannot pass up the chance to “take a chance” at the gaming tables.

In Chile, the temperate rain forest is called the “cool jungle.” The rain forest has its beginnings north of YAN KEE WAY. At EL PATAGON, the cool jungle attains its full splendor. In the center of the most lush portion of the temperate rain forest of the Patagonia we built EL PATAGON. This area is reminiscent of virgin old growth forests of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State or Vancouver Island in British Colombia before the clear cuts. Many compare its vistas with those of Switzerland. This location is all about the outdoors. It’s all about nature untroubled by too many people. In addition to trees and unsurpassed natural beauty, we are surrounded by water--water of all shapes, sizes and characteristics. To develop EL PATAGON, we had to move ALL of our materials in by oxen and ox carts. It’s really off of the beaten path. But then---we believe that beaten paths are for beaten men.

The Cholila valley is a natural hangout (or hideout) when you’re seeking to escape the pressures of civilization.  At least that’s what Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid determined when they made this valley their home for several years to get away from it all. We agree, although for different reasons, that it is a great “get away.” It remains a secluded place, in spite of the fact that it’s overpopulated with fish and has an excess of natural beauty. Unlike the temperate rain forests on the Pacific coast of Chile, this area of Argentina has the look of Glacier Park together with the feel of the Montana plains. EL PATAGON is located in an area surround by great waters. The facility itself is on a mile of private lake front on 16 kilometer long Lago Rivadavia with the 1,000 square mile Los Alerces National Park at your doorstep.

[Headquarters] [Fly-fishing] [Sport Adventure] [Lodges]

[YAN KEE WAY] [EL PATAGON] [LOS BANDIDOS] [Maps]

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