The Ultimate Patagonian Adventure Retreat

Set in a pristine Andean valley on the banks of the magnificent Rio Palena, this newly-remodeled, riverfront oasis features an array of angling and adventure offerings to ensure you experience the best of Patagonia.

The lodge’s location in a region famous for large, wild, brown and rainbow trout, is highlighted by the home waters of the Palena; where you can wade or float right out the front door. Add in a myriad of rivers, lakes and streams plus a riverfront outpost on the Rio Futaleufú with and you have the most dynamic fly fishing experience in South America. With adventure offerings like whitewater rafting, mountain biking and hiking, your entire group will have options to explore Patagonia in their own way. If you are here to ski, set out every morning into the Andes knowing that you are among the first to navigate the snow-capped peaks. When you’re not exploring, relax in comfort and style. Rio Palena Lodge features seven ensuite bedrooms, each with a stunning river view. Your private chef prepares creative breakfasts each morning, and savory lunches your guide will present riverside each afternoon.

On your return, kick-back on the deck overlooking the tranquil river while sipping a fine Chilean wine or Pisco Sour. Or unwind with a soak or steam in the wood-fired hot tubs and sauna. For dinner? Enjoy artistic presentations of fine beef, homemade pastas, grilled salmon, and locally-grown produce in the cozy dining room, or indulge in a special Chilean asado, a traditional barbecue paired with fine wines.

Located in a largely uninhabited region of Chilean Patagonia, this haven is an intimate property with only seven guest rooms. Guests traveling here have the option to fly private to Palena Airfield or to Chaiten where commercial flights are also available. The lodge is an oasis of laid-back comfort concealing over-the-top amenities. Chef-prepared creations for breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner will appease your appetite, while the native stone fireplaces and outdoor lounges beckon groups to gather and celebrate each day. Factor in the wood-fired hot tubs and sauna awaiting nearby to transport you to a blissful Patagonian reverie, and you have the full HVN experience.

DETAILS

• Seven guest suites with ensuite bathrooms suited for either double and single occupancy
• Suitable for anglers and adventurers of all ability levels
• Wood-fired sauna and two wood-fired hot tubs
• Fully-outfitted with all fly fishing gear, NRS rafts for float fishing, Hyde Power Drifter jet boats, Badfish SUPs, Trek full suspension mountain bikes, 4×4 overland campers and 4×4 SUVs for guest transport.
• Trips include daily guided fishing or adventure activities.

ANGLING
Just thinking of Patagonia can stir your blood, and it should top every fly angler’s bucket list. The river systems are vast, and the season is the ideal complement to the Northern Hemisphere, creating a year-round trout season. The browns and rainbows are similar to the fish found in the Rockies, but on steroids– wild, strong, powerful fish. The professional guides know every river, stream, and lake in the region, and they will put you on the water fishing best at the time of your trip.

ADVENTURE
Lose yourself in adventure at your Patagonian home. Revel in the full HVN experience of adventure offerings, with customized itineraries for your group. Whether hiking on a remote glacier or dormant volcano, or rafting or standup paddleboarding on a world-class river, you’ll know few have come before you. Mountain biking and hiking through the jungle are also on the menu at Rio Palena Lodge. Better come hungry.

Heli Skiing
Explore Patagonia with professional guides as you establish a new frontier in South American heli-skiing. First descents await in every direction, and everyone from hard chargers to laid-back cruisers will find their new favorite lines. The lodge is favorably located in a remote region of Patagonia with incredible, un-tapped heli-ski zones surrounding the lodge. With nearly endless terrain, our guide and experience management teams can customize the perfect itinerary to appease your ultimate alpine objectives.