Santiago · Balmaceda · Coyhaique · Carretera Austral
How to get there
Recommended itinerary · 7 nights / 6 full fishing days
Getting to the Río Baker
For better planning the logistics for your trip, we recommend our clients to have the following itinerary for 7 nights / 6 full fishing days at Patagonia Baker Lodge.
All guests fly into Santiago (SCL), and from there, onto Balmaceda (BBA). If you arrive from the US or Europe, plan on departing your home city on Thursday. Generally, your overnight flight will be Thursday night, arriving in Santiago on Friday morning.
- We recommend avoiding tight connections on the route down, in case of delays!
- We highly recommend our guests keep traveling from Santiago to Balmaceda, and spend Friday night in Coyhaique, so you can rest at the hotel and be ready for your trip south to Patagonia Baker Lodge next morning.
- The hotel in Coyhaique, dinner and any other activities are not included in the price of the lodge package.
You should arrive at Balmaceda airport (BBA) on Friday and spend the night at a hotel in Coyhaique. Please note that this day in Coyhaique is a good option to ensure you have enough time for your transfer from Santiago (SCL) to Balmaceda (BBA). Your reservation includes the cost of:
- Transfer from Balmaceda (BBA) to your hotel in Coyhaique
- Transfer from your hotel in Coyhaique to the lodge the following day
- Your departure transfer from the lodge to the airport, or any other destination according to your schedule
By road · Carretera Austral
From Coyhaique to Patagonia Baker Lodge
Your journey to Patagonia Baker Lodge begins with a 10:00 a.m. pickup from your hotel in Coyhaique. From there, you will travel approximately 294 kilometers (182 miles) along the Carretera Austral, one of the most breathtaking scenic routes in Chilean Patagonia.
The road takes you through some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes, including snowcapped mountains, native forests, pristine rivers, turquoise lakes, and wide-open Patagonian valleys. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to enjoy scenic stops and take in the wild beauty of the territory surrounding one of Patagonia’s most remarkable fly-fishing destinations.
The drive typically takes between 4 and 6 hours, depending on road conditions and the number of stops made along the way. Arrival at the lodge by vehicle is expected between approximately 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.
This schedule offers the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy the lodge’s warm atmosphere, and prepare for the fly-fishing adventures ahead.
By air · optional
Helicopter transfer
For an additional fee, you may also choose to travel by helicopter from the Coyhaique area to Puerto Guadal. This is a spectacular way to experience the vastness and beauty of Patagonia from above, with sweeping views of mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, and remote valleys.
The total transfer time is approximately 1.5 hours, including the ground transfer from Puerto Guadal to the lodge. Departure time will depend on weather conditions and flight authorization from the local authorities.
Upon arrival in Puerto Guadal, one of our representatives will meet you and drive you to Patagonia Baker Lodge. Estimated arrival at the lodge is around 11:00 a.m., subject to flight operations and weather conditions.
If you are interested in this option, please contact us for availability, additional details, and pricing.
Where we are
Río Baker, Aysén, Chilean Patagonia
More than a destination
Plan your week on the Río Baker
Seven nights, six full days of guided fly fishing, twelve guests, one river. Tell us your dates and we will take care of the rest.