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Explora - Patagonia
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Explora's Lodge in Patagonia is VIP's Top pick for visiting Torres del Paine National Park. It's location seems out of a storybook, or worthy of a postcard, it is strategically set on the shore of Lake Pehoé and was conceived as an exploration base site. It features refined comfort for total relaxation and the best gear ideally suited for exploring Patagonia. Civilizations with magical rites, sailors and pioneers have contributed to its fame. It is a mythical place, synonymous with exploration, located 249 miles north of Punta Arenas in Torres del Paine National Park. The park is surrounded by the impressive Paine mountain range (Cordillera del Paine) with unusually-shaped granite peaks, glaciers, lakes and waterfalls, plus unique flora and fauna. Torres del Paine Park is considered one of the most beautiful places on Planet Earth. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978.
The architecture of our hotel allows guests to enjoy comfort in this remote region. The design creates an aura of simplicity while showcasing the unfathomable beauty of the natural environment. The nearby Casa de Baños del Ona features an indoor heated pool, exercise machines, sauna, massage room and open-air Jacuzzis. Visitors at explora can join a wide range of carefully developed explorations. Each day you can choose from 5 different explorations out of a total of 25 alternatives which have been selected according to the weather, guests' desires, the duration and its difficulties. On foot, horseback, by van or on a boat, accompanied by our expert bilingual guides, you will be astonished by the nature and environs of Patagonia. Explorations are led with a maximum of 10 people per guide, and all the necessary equipment. Torres del Paine National Park has a microclimate regulated principally by its proximity to the sea, and its low altitude (from 50 meters to 300 meters high), which allows for pleasant temperatures during the day and a very low precipitation year round.
During the winter there is some snow, which typically melts quickly. Wind is a very important factor, above all during the summer (November-March), with gusts of up to 110 km (70 miles) per hour. This can be a disadvantage, but it nevertheless produces a continual change in climactic conditions; for example it can be raining one moment but the wind can shortly disperse the clouds and allow the sun to shine, making the climate an element of emotion. The most attractive seasons are usually the autumn for the changing foliage colors and the spring for the rebirth of flora and fauna. During the winter there are often days of transparent and radiant sun, and there is sufficient light for a full day of exploration, also making it an attractive season to visit.
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