Futaleufu River Rafting Multi-Sport
High adventure activities in the heart of Patagonia, Chile on the Futaleufu River include: whitewater rafting Class II-V, hiking, horseback riding, fly-fishing, and daily yoga classes!
Relax during your stay at our deluxe riverside camp with hot tub, sunset bar, massage, wine tasting, and more!
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Trip Highlights
Welcome to the most exhilarating and immersive active adventure in Patagonia! Nestled deep in the pristine beauty of Chile’s Futaleufú Valley, our multi-sport vacation blends world-class river thrills with luxurious riverside relaxation.
- Beautiful lake-front hotel in Puerto Varas, Chile
- Festive welcome dinner “Chilean style”
- Beautiful flight over Patagonia Fjords and scenic transfer to Futaleufu Camp
- 7 nights at the deluxe Bio Bio Adventure basecamp on the Futaleufu River
- Whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaking, fishing, hiking, horseback riding yoga classes, massage, salsa dancing, relaxing
- Wine tasting, gourmet cuisine, professional chef
- 2 hot tubs, sauna & sunset bar
- Talented, professional, caring guide staff
About this trip
Futaleufu River Rafting Multi-Sport
Dive into the ultimate Patagonia adventure in the Futaleufú Valley, where world-class whitewater rafting meets inflatable kayaking, fly fishing, and adrenaline-packed river thrills. By day, paddle through Class IV and V rapids, hike alpine trails, explore hidden forests, or ride horseback across untouched valleys. By night, unwind in riverside hot tubs, stretch with yoga, soak in the wood-fired sauna, and savor gourmet meals with local wine under the stars. Your private safari-style tented bungalow keeps you cozy while the turquoise Futaleufú flows just steps away.
Marc Goddard, one of the original founders, helped build the camp into what many consider the nicest river camp on the planet, while today Terry and Lorenzo are the owners and your hosts, welcoming you to a truly unforgettable adventure.
Itinerary
What to expect
Days 1–2: Arrival & Into the Wild
Arrive in Santiago and connect south to Puerto Montt, then transfer to charming Puerto Varas with views of Volcán Osorno. Meet your group for a welcome dinner and trip briefing.
The next day, take a spectacular short flight to Chaitén and travel through lush Patagonia, with an optional hike in Pumalín National Park. Continue past Lago Yelcho and hanging glaciers to riverside basecamp on the legendary Futaleufú River. Settle into your private tent bungalow, soak in the hot tub, and enjoy your first sunset happy hour.
Days 3–4: Rafting the Futaleufú
After yoga and a safety briefing, begin rafting straight from camp. Warm up on fun, continuous Class IV rapids before stepping up to technical challenges like Casa de Piedra. Expect big waves, turquoise water, and expert guides leading the way.
Afternoons offer fishing, kayaking, hiking, sauna, massages, or relaxing riverside. Evenings feature open-bar happy hour, fresh local cuisine, and campfires under Patagonian stars.
Day 5: Paddle Your Own Kayak
Head to the scenic Río Azul canyon to navigate inflatable kayaks (“duckies”) through Class II–III rapids, with the option to take on more challenging drops. It’s a hands-on, empowering day on the water, followed by more relaxation at camp.
Day 6: Patagonian Horseback Adventure
Trade paddles for saddles and ride through the Futaleufú Valley to panoramic overlooks above legendary rapids like Throne Room. Return to camp for a well-earned soak, massage, and gourmet dinner.
Days 7–8: The Grand Whitewater Finale
These are the ultimate river days. Tackle the thrilling Inferno Canyon and other iconic sections of the Futaleufú, with options to walk around the biggest rapids if preferred. Expect powerful Class IV–V whitewater, stunning mountain scenery including Las Tres Monjas, and the unforgettable Terminator rapid.
Celebrate your achievements with a traditional Curanto feast one night and a classic Chilean asado the next — lamb over coals, local wine, music, and stories around the fire.
Day 9: Departure
Return to Chaitén and fly back to Puerto Montt for onward connections. Depart Patagonia with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and stories from one of the world’s great rivers.
Lodging
Where you'll stay
Stay on the river in the most exquisite adventure base camp imaginable! Overlooking one of the most beautiful canyons on the Futaleufú 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, a handcrafted wood hot tub, a fireside, 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 fall asleep in a comfy bed with soft linens and fluffy comforters to keep you warm as the river lulls you to sleep and into sweet dreams.
Our camp provides natural areas of private, quiet reflection and beautifully hand built structures such as the open-air library or tranquil 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” whitewater section just a mile downstream from camp. We are right in the middle of the most continuous whitewater on the river! This translates into more river time and less driving time.
The deluxe facilities at our Futaleufu River Camp include:
- Open sunset bar overlooking the river with unlimited drinks, relaxing, dancing and good conversation
- A hand-crafted wood sauna
- All water is treated and potable
- 2 private spa/massage rooms and professional masseuse
- Free daily yoga classes with mats on a cliffside yoga deck or the new indoor yoga loft with stunning mountain and river views
- River rock hot tub with beautiful river, mountain, and sunset views
- Hand crafted wood hot tub with river views situated downstream from our main camp to offer a place for private soaking and relaxation.
- Hot showers (can even shower outside, under the stars!) and flush toilets
- Private tent bungalows with roofs for shade, or rain, complete with roomy, walk-in, safari-style tents with river views, coffee table, shelving, real mattresses, pillows and sheets, down comforters
- Morning wake-up with coffee service by your own personal “tent captain”
- Cozy robes and towels
Our camp includes areas for private, quiet reflection, such as our peaceful open-air loft library and cozy yoga pagoda, or join your fellow adventurers in one of the group gathering places for games, sit-down dinners, and happy hours.
Your adventure vacation on the Futaleufu River also includes:
- Free use of our fleet of 14 suspension mountain bikes, whitewater kayaks and catarafts, and a variety of fishing equipment
- Yoga classes every morning and private yoga sessions on request
- A full range of multisport adventures…
- Fly fishing on the Futaleufu River – either from shore, or from a cataraft in the calm canyon in front of camp. First timers and experts welcome!
- Gourmet cuisine including freshly baked bread, fresh vegetables from either our organic garden or an adjacent farm and dinner always start with housemade soup
- We can cater to many dietary needs: pescatarian, vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, carnivore
- Candlelight dinners in our “Galpon”; a covered, open air log structure hand-built by our good friend and talented Chilean carpenter, Rolando.
- Inflatable kayaking on the Azul River and Espolon River – the Futaleufu’s two largest tributaries
- Horseback riding
- Unlimited use of hammocks in the open-air library
- An evening of Chilean wine tasting, including some wine made by a couple of our guides in Mendoza, Argentina
- A sunset “float” downstream to a beautiful beach for a riverside BBQ and campfire
- Visits to local farms to soak in the Patagonian culture
- Farewell Asado – traditional Chilean feast
- Hiking on nearby scenic trails
- Stand-up paddleboard in the calm waters around camp or rapids up river
- And, of course, whitewater rafting one of the most exciting, beautiful rivers in the world!
Looking for a premium, glamping experience? Stay at the Nido de Esolon, the honeymoon suite, that is a cabin with ensuite, private bathroom and electricity! $500, based on availability. Call our office for more information and availability on your trip!
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Dates
Here’s a glimpse of the enchanting musical journey you’ll share with Jenner and Jeremy, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Futaleufu:
2026-2027 Season
December 18-26, 2026
December 28-January 5, 2027
January 7-15, 2027
January 17-25, 2027
January 27- February 4, 2027 – Wilderness & Travel Medicine CME
February 6-14, 2027
February 16-24, 2027 – International Veterinary Seminars CE
February 26 – March 6, 2027
March 8–16, 2027
Pricing
2026-2027 Seasons
From $6,325, per person, based on dbl occupancy
PLUS $300 Roundtrip Flight from Puerto Montt (PMC)/Chaiten (TEN), we book this for you
Included in Pricing: Hotel & Welcome Dinner on First Night
All inclusive once at Camp, excluding massage, trip video, and gratuity.
Single Supplement Information:
If you prefer not to share a hotel room for the first night of the trip, a single supplement is available for $100. Please call our office for this request!
Given the nature of lodging at camp, we can’t guarantee a single at camp. However, we may be able to accommodate a single, depending on your date’s group size. The Single Supplement is $500.00 for 7 nights at the camp.
Upgrade to the honeymoon suite with private ensuite bathroom & electricity: $700
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The Futaleufú trip was amazing, best raft trip I’ve ever been on! The rivers are beautiful and clear blue- huge water on the Fu, medium on the Azul, and medium- low on the Espolon, each having its own personality. The base camp is amazing!
Terry and Lorenzo lead a multi national, multi talented crew with the warmest culture of welcome and community I’ve ever experienced. I thrived there, getting my 12-56 hugs per day. The guides were incredibly experienced, and also very caring. They assign a tent captain to you, and they will bring you a coffee in the morning with a wake up call if you want it- how to get spoiled for sure! Shout out to Whitney our fearless trip leader and Derek my tent captain and boat captain. They personalize the trip to you- I had asked to try out a cataraft in a quiet section of river, and they made it happen- so much fun!
Yoga in the mornings, massage, library, two hot tubs, toilets and showers!!! I didn’t want to leave and I’m already planning a trip back next year!
Hi Lorenzo,
I hope all is well!
I’m sorry that my thank you is coming so late, but I wanted you to know how much Teresa and I enjoyed our trip!
I think it’s fair to say we were totally overwhelmed by our experience – the beauty of the Futaluefu, the mountains, the food, the camp, and the staff! It’s hard to put it all into words, but a huge thank you is in order for all of your efforts! I want you to know that I realize these effort have extended for the last 20 or so years and that we were privileged to see the benefits of your long term passions. This was a trip that will have life time benefits for everyone who took the challenge, and we are just so grateful that we had the opportunity to soak in your sunshine!
As you know, it’s not easy transitioning back to our “normal” lives. We are adjusting by looking at our pictures daily, remembering the energy and support of staff and friends, and trying to plan future adventures. Thank you for making these memories and for all that Bio Bio stands for. I certainly look forward to the day when our paths with you and Terry cross again.
Thank you again and all the best!
Sincerely,
John and Teresa
Futaleufu Rafting Multi-Sport Adventure leaving 1/17/23 for 9 days
Please comment on your overall impression of the trip. Did it meet your expectations?
Exceeded my expectations-even better than the first time.
What did you think about the quality and the knowledge of your guide staff?
Off the charts- fantastic!
Please share with us any improvements you would suggest for future trips.
One more day to just kick it.
Would you consider traveling with Bio Bio Expeditions again? If so, which trips interest you most?
Yes!!! Futalefu again and Nepal.
If you were to tell a friend or colleague about your overall experience on this trip, what would you say?
One of the most magical, memorable trips of my life.
Futaleufu Rafting Multi-Sport Adventure leaving 1/17/23 for 9 days
This trip exceeded any and all expectations I had before arriving. I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore new parts of themselves and the world. It was a whitewater rafting trip in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Not only was the daily rafting so much fun but the river guides and camp founders welcomed you into camp as part of their family. Being surrounded by the beautiful atmosphere and community has such a wonderful impact on you as a guest it makes you never want to leave!
My wife and I went for our 30th anniversary and it was the trip of a lifetime. Incredible white water rafting in an unimaginably beautiful surrounding. The Bio Bio staff were nice and took amazing care of us. Beautiful scenery, nice people, great food and the whitewater has to be seen to be believed
oh my! words can’t even describe what an incredible experience it was to spend a week with bio bio on the Futa! The clear blue waters, the thrill of the big rapids, the endless yummy meals. thank you bio bio! I can’t wait for my next adventure with you guys.
A massive thanks to the staff (and the ladies in the kitchennnn) for making our entire year of 2020! We all returned with a newfound love and respect for the Fu. As I sit here in my office suit in my office cubicle, it’s hard to believe a place like Bio Bio camp even exists. You all created an unforgettable experience that I’m confident rivals Heaven itself. Many thanks for your patience on the water as well as on land and for putting up with the whitest, most obnoxious boys from North Carolina the Fu hopefully ever has to see. We’re in the works on more trips to follow and will certainly be reaching out again, so prepare your inboxes!
All the best,
Will Farmer – Futaleufú 2020
Hey Lorenzo please thank your entire team for the most amazing week on the Fu. The kindness, the love was over the top and what separates this trip from others.
My son Joe said it was the greatest trip of his life….for action- nothing was better.
Special thanks to Rio and Santiago and this certainly doesn’t diminish the others.
Please add my email to our list from that week as I didn’t do it and I would like to remain in contact.
Best to you and Terry!
You guys rock!
Rob Palano – Futaleufu 2020
Hello Stan and Co,
We had a fantastic trip with you and your team. In fact it is still very difficult to focus on our real lives after our experiences on the Futaleufu. As you know, the Futa was the first 2 weeks of four in Chile and I really wish that we’d saved it to the last. While Chile was beautiful and full of surprises our time on the Futa was amazing and would have been a wonderful way to finish the holiday. We so pleased we did it and regret only that we did not stay for another week and bring along other members of the family.
Your team was exceptional – we were aware of how good they were of course but seeing above and more clearly from Rayno’s terrific video the care and preparation made to preserve our safety made me realise there was a lot more going on than at first glance.
Talking of video’s: we are still watching it and showing it endlessly to friends. We’ve been also using it to cheer us up when the European winter gets us down. I have to confess that I have misused some of the images to suggest that we (really I) were much more capable on the rapids. Still plagiarism is alive and well.
We can’t recommend your group more highly and we’d be very happy to provide references if anyone is hesitating.
Keep well, have a wonderful season and thank you again for one of the best weeks of our lives.
All the best
Steve
Futaleufu January 2020
Hi all,
Giorgio and I are a bit overdue in letting you all know how our littlest rafter fared once he entered the world. In the end we didn’t name him Rio, or Santiago, or Diego – though they were all options (sorry Stan, no slight to you) 🙂 Our baby Logan Asher arrived at the end of May, two weeks late, but seemingly no worse for wear having scaled a few Class IV rapids. He seems to love water already, particularly when we make the water move around him , and keeps attempting to put his head under.
Thanks for keeping us safe, making us laugh, and helping us have such a joyous honeymoon/babymoon. We hope to see you all again on a river somewhere (we might wait till he’s walking at least) or you’re always welcome in London.
Love,
Elizabeth B.
Futaleufu December 2016
Dear Marc, Wendy and staff at Bio Bio,
I recently returned from a long and happy journey in Patagonia beginning with the Camp at Rio Fu. The camp itself was absolutely incredible. The Yoga deck a definite favorite hang out for me and the hot tubs running a close second. The massage therapists were so welcome after days on the river and most needed after the long horseback ride.
But the Rio was the highlight. Every guide, safety person, and staff member were of the highest caliber. It never crossed my mind to be concerned as Derrick navigated the river with us in his raft, nor did I question the attention and professional guidance as we navigated our kayaks, a new experience for me, under the tutelage of Whitney and Elena, and the Ducky’s provided the most fun and humorous day ever. I loved every minute.
I was so impressed with the love of the “job” each member has for their rafts, the cooking, the entertainment and the attention paid to us. Everyone works so hard to make this a special place. The food was over the top delicious and bountiful.
Definitely do no let the Coffee machine die. This was such a hit and every morning Mike was there with my latte even before my eyes were adjusted to the day. Loved this!
The other non negotiable benefit was the dedication Rayno has for his capture of every moment we had. This is an admirable and difficult job and such a talented videographer is valuable for the adventure because as a member of the paddling team we could not take our own photos. Now I know why people get go pros. But even that could not capture and entertain the highlights Rayno did of our trip. Purchasing his video and photos was a fabulous addition to the entire experience.
Thank you so much for this once in a lifetime experience for myself and my friends. I would love to return and I may but for now the memory will be vividly captured in my mind, being and on film.
Muchas Gracias!
Alison Perea
Hola compadres,
Mary Elizabeth summed it up but I can’t help adding that you have created an incredible experience on the Fu … the quality and spirit of your team, the camp, the food, bars, hot tubs, brewery, videos and photos, integration with the locals, activities, etc. surpassed all expectations.
Thank you for the most magnificent experience and we look to reciprocating in some way at our home in the coming years.
Wishing you a slightly lower river and sunny skies for the rest of the season!
Saludos,
Tony
Futaleufu Christmas 2017
Marc and Lorenzo –
My only excuse for not sitting down to compose this email earlier is that I haven’t known of the right words to say. To define my experience with BioBio on the Futaleufu as one that knocked me off my axis wouldn’t be quite enough. I feel like a different person as a result of the experience, and am having a tough time re-adjusting to life on this side of the Fu…not sure I want to!
You’ve built something incredible – a perfect blend of simplicity and luxury, fueled by a community that demonstrates genuine care for one another and for the place. You’ve managed to blend excitement with relaxation, quiet time for introspection with returning to the hot tub after hucking oneself off the rope swing and downing countless Fu brews. In so many ways, I feel like I was only able to scratch the surface of what’s possible in that region, and my mind hasn’t quieted about those possibilities since returning to Colorado. Thank you for such a great experience. Brett Hochmuth, Futaleufu March 2017
At my massage on day 5 of this trip, the massage therapist massaged my face and I realized my cheeks were sore from smiling so much. I can’t say enough good things about this trip. It was magical from the start. The views were incredible, the food amazing, the rooms comfortable. They make their own ginger beer (among other things) and they will bring it to you in the hottub. Wake up to latte at your cabin and make your way to the amazing yoga deck for some excellent yoga classes. Go on one of the best trail rides. Learn to kayak by playing water polo. The staff there is like family (the fun, supportive sometimes little crazy kind) and I fell a little in love with Canela, the resident dog Of course, the main reason to visit is the river and it did not disappoint there either. So many fun rapids and run so well I didn’t even stress the class 5’s. I’ve done rafting in many countries in the world and this was the best company I’ve ever rafted with. I am usually more of a budget traveler and the Canadian dollar is weak so I was hesitant at first to book but with all that this trip offers it was worth every penny. Book it, you will not be disappointed
Wow! What an amazing trip to the Fu! When you arrive to the Bio Bio camp, you are immediately immersed into a wonderful riverside playground! The entire Bio Bio team takes great care, love, and pride in creating an experience of a lifetime for their guests! The camp sits right on the river and is stunningly gorgeous and well maintained. For camping, it’s as good as it gets with clean cabins, hot showers, flushable toilets, bar/happy hour/wine tasting, gourmet meals, hot tub, dry sauna and massage room with massage services. And, yoga every morning! The guides are not only fun and personable but world class experts and provide safety training and drills to ensure guests are knowledgeable and informed. The white water rafting brings thrilling rapids and trying your skills at kayaking and the duckies are great fun as well! Options like horseback riding, hiking, mountain bike riding, and fly fishing are all available to capture a full outdoor multi-sports adventure. Cheers to Marc, Lorenzo, Terry, Stan, Alex, Derik, Rayno, Italo, Santiago, Diego, Piero, Christoph, Glenn, Rio, Cristin, Ashley, Sandra and entire Bio Bio family!
This was the best trip that my girlfriend and I have ever been on. The food, facilities, people and terrain were all incredible! I can’t say enough great things about this trip. We are already planing our next trip with Bio Bio to explore other parts of the world and are looking forward to returning to the Fu! It is a very special place I would highly recommend checking it out.
Bio Bio: What does it mean when you run out of adjectives to describe our days here? To say thank you seems too light. I will say we have traveled the globe and not found a more professional, kind, talented group. The heart pounding excitement is real here as are the heartfelt hugs. Sharon and Doug Croker. Futaleufu 2016
Thank you for a wonderful Chilean adventure! You anticipated our every need – I’ve never camped in a more luxurious setting! I appreciated your responding to requests for changes in the daily activities and offering so many different options. The short kayaking run I made on the Fu” with Johnny made the trip absolutely perfect. I’ll be telling all the paddlers I know in Virginia about Bio Bio Expeditions. See you on a river, somewhere, before too long!”
Just wanted to thank you and all of you again for an incredible adventure. Beyond expectations. You and Lawrence have put together an awesome program. My 15 year son watched the video last night and I realized how sorry I was he wasn’t able to go. He would have loved the wild rides down the river and all of you. Every time I go on a river trip a good half of the experience are the guides who I always find to be such interesting people. I truly hope a reunion trip happens this summer; it would be great to see you all again. Please give my best to everyone.
Thank you for a wonderful time. I was saddened to depart the beautiful Bio-Bio camp on the equally beautiful Futaleufu River. I will treasure many wonderful memories that I brought back with me for a lifetime.
What an amazing week! We won’t forget Susie’s sunrise yoga. our fantastic guide Stan, and the fabulous new friends we shared it with. Cristian’s cooking is out of this world… don’t lose him! Bio Bio has really thought of every last touch to make this an incredible trip. We are leaving relaxed, refreshed, and energized. Thanks for accommodating a pregnant woman on the Fu… we can’t wait to return with our little rower!
You are lucky to have such a great group of people that you work with. Although – I don’t think luck has anything to do with it. You and Lawrence put together a terrific program and treat each member of the team as an equal. It is no wonder you are successful and will continue to be into the future. I wanted to thank you again for a great trip. It was an adventure that meant more than just fun – it was a reminder of the life style we forget about. I have already begun talking to my wife about future possible trips. I will continue to stay in touch with you and your staff. I hate to admit it but Greg “Doogie” was right. It was a trip of a lifetime.
I just wanted to follow up and let you know that we had a great week at Bio Bio. The staff did an excellent job of accommodating both our paddling abilities and our interests. You and I talked before the trip and you provided me with a lot of very helpful information as I was very nervous. We put together a week of paddling that was all fun, not scary, and very confidence building. I really appreciated your inputs and the sensitivity of Jorge, Phil and Diego. So, thank you and your team for a great week and a week that was confidence building. It is a beautiful place and everyone did a lot to make sure we were able to make the best of it. I had so much fun on the water than I never even got on a mountain bike and that is saying a lot for me. I would highly recommend Bio Bio and if you ever need a reference to another nervous female kayaker, I would be happy to be a reference for you.
We made it home and everyone in the family can’t stop talking about our wonderful adventure on the Futaleufu. It met and far exceeded all my expectations of what it would be and you guys really came through in giving Susan a birthday she will never forget. You run a first class organization from the top to the bottom. Everyone showed that they really wanted to be part of BioBio and make the trip special. Now my wife is trying to figure out where to go next with you guys – Peru or Africa.
wanted to extend warmest thanks again for the tlc. You all made us feel less like guests than friends. we were really impressed by the entire staff-so capable, personable, and FUN – a tribute to your own individual warmth and professionalism, and therefore, ability to attract the best. kudos and thanks to all…may Jorge and Alex catch many more big fish this season!!
Thanks guys, you have all been so awesome, friendly, and helpful. You may have saved my soul. Thanks so much for everything!
aaahhhhhhh, miss everyone, the Fu, and Bio Bio camp so much! That was one of the best weeks of my life in a landscape I couldn´t have even dreamed of. Thank you all for everything – settling and building that beautiful camp, guiding us down seriously fun water, teaching us to kayak, making us smile constantly, filming us, feeding us delicious food. I could go on and on but just wanted to send a huge thank you right away and send my love. I just spent the day on the gorgeous Perito Moreno glacier, but sadly missing the Fu (and lack of tourists) the whole time. With MUCH gratitude, Shiraz Futaleufu 2013 Page Bertelsen Photography
Just wanted to say thank you again for such a fun trip. It exceeded our expectations, and we cannot stop thinking about it all! Last night we had dinner with a group of folks in Chico and Carol & Monroe fired up John’s DVD as well as their own photos. The captive audience seemed pretty interested, and I foresee future clients for you. I have extra brochures, so I’ll pass them along.
Words cannot portray our gratitude. The music, the horses, the personal attention, the food. Oh, and the river too. And don’t forget Wayna! Thank you for everything!! Muchas gracias Santago and crew
To the Bio Bio Team, for someone who came here not wanting to raft, i had the most amazing time ever & the best holiday I have ever had!!Gary and I think you are just the most wonderful people, friendly, caring and always have a smile on your faces, you really are the best!!!! We will definately be back! (: Thank you, Monique and Gary xxxx 2012 Futaleufu
Thank You! for such an incredible experience. The combination of ingredients on your trips makes it very hard for anyone not to have fun. The river is impossible to describe and so beautiful. The campsites and hiking equally beautiful. The food extra good. But what makes it all so special are the people involved. You have a wonderful group of very caring individuals. Each has something special to contribute and each cares. What I remember most is helping hands. Be it cooking, paddling, climbing, or whatever, there were always hands willing to help. I can not tell you the number of times, especially on rocks by the scouting rapids, that I would be debating where to put a foot next when a hand would appear to help. The energy and enthusiasm that you all exude is impossible to capture in a brochure or video. You are each great and obviously gave us an incredible experience to treasure. A very happy pair.
One week in the Bio Bio Camp on the Fu “has recharged my batteries, cleaned my soul and cleared my mind. The entire experience is as good as it gets. I will treasure it all my life and wish everybody could have one week with Bio Bio. First rate in every way. Thanks for sharing your dream with us.
The trip more than exceeded my expectations in every way: your camp, the food, your unbelievable staff, and of course the river itself. Thank you, thank you for such an amazing trip. I feel so lucky to have gotten to experience the Futaleufu. I feel as though i left there with new energy and enthusiasm towards my life and trying new things that has not yet ceased.
December 26th, 2010 – Futaleufu Bio Bio is neither a rafting company nor is it a camp. It’s a family of friends A fellowship of the river An adventure of a lifetime an experience I shall treasure forever always, Alex Litvak,
26.12.10 – Futaleufu The atmosphere of relaxation, happiness and adventure that you have created here is amazing– it took me some time to recall the exact date before writing this guest book entry… Thank you for a wonderful trip / journey! The family here at the Futaleufu camp were extremely warm and welcoming. You could never turn anywhere without encountering agood conversation or a genuine smile. And the introduction to the river valley, whitewater rafting, ducky ing etc. will stay with me for many years to come. Looking forward to the next adventure. Justin Pront, Chicago, Ill.
Christmas night Futaleufu – 12/25/10 You have created a place reflective of who you are. A place of beauty and wonderment. A place to find adventure and comraderie, but beyond that, a place to find meaning. This is a trip I have wanted to take for years and you provided a home +an experience which exceeded all hopes and expectations. Stan, Brian, Ashley Eh, Diego, may have been my personal favorites (and Cookie!!) , but every member of you r staff reflects your own proffesionalism, charm, and burning desire to give your guests more than just a vacation. The river alone would have been enough, but the experience of Bio Bio is far greater than what flows past its boundries. As I mentioned tonight in the Pagoda, you have given me my photo, that I have dreamed of since I was a child. One day if I have children of my own, they will look at my picture of Janson and Alex and me, here in this place you’ve built, and they too may dream of adventure. I can only hope for them that they find as much as I found here; for the heart and soul. Thank you, thank you , thank you. –
The Fu is ‘FUN!’ Big water, blue skies, great group, horseback riding, kayaking, mountain biking, hot tubbing, massage, sauna, happy hours, card games, great food, and of course world class rafting…wow! Riding a horse, galloping through a meadow, surrounded by the snow-capped Patagonian peaks. I had never seen anything so beautiful. It made me cry. Thanks to Bio Bio for the excellent rafting, the in-camp luxury, and an overall unforgettable experience!
It was absolutely the best vacation we’ve ever had. Wow!!! You and Lawrence have a great vision, wonderful staff, and superb location. Even better, we felt totally comfortable about Lorenzo & Co’s judgment on safety matters and with the kids. I could go on and on.
Thanks again for providing such a wonderful experience for my family and I on the Futaleufu. I really do appreciate the extra effort that you and your staff put forth for us and especially Danny. He had a wonderful time, and has done a Powerpoint presentation for his 3rd grade class on the trip with photos and movie clips.
how could I not smile in such a wonderful place with such wonderful people. I am so glad Phil told me about Chile and the wonderful things in store for me. The trip down there healed a great pain in my heart and restored my energy. My heart could stay down there but it must keep going. I do hope to see you again – maybe on the Zambezi!!
Well, we just finished a fantastic week on the Futaleufu. What a fantastic river! The instruction and tips that I learned during the week were awesome as well. I really can’t believe how much I learned. Phil Boyer did a great job and words really can’t express how happy I was with the week and how much it helped my confidence. I still suck at kayaking but I definitely have a few more arrows in my kayaking quiver and straightened out a couple of problems (or at least understand what I was doing wrong – now I just need to make it happen). The Bio Bio Camp was amazing. We had such great food (Cookie is amazing), a great place to stay right next to the river and amazing guides/staff. I can’t say enough good things about Bio Bio and would both highly recommend them and happily go back again.
What an amazing adventure I had! The Futaleufu, Chile, Argentina – all gorgeous and in many ways, wonderfully wild and other-worldly. You and your group are all incredibly warm and made it so special and stress-free for me. Your “no problem” mantra pervades all that you do and provide for all your guests. Everyone should be as lucky as I was to partake in the Bio-Bio experience. I sincerely hope to return in the not-too-distant future, and with as many friends and family as I can convince to join me!
I just returned home this morning from the Futaleufu trip. The trip was truly wonderful and one of the best trips have been on. I will most certainly highly recommend this trip to all my friends and colleagues who like to travel.
Hola Marc and Lorenzo! I just wanted to say many, many thanks for helping us get to the Futaleufu. It is appreciated beyond words and the trip was truly an incredible and unforgettable experience that I reminisce about daily. Your staff and the locals are very special people indeed and the location and setup you have there is paradise. I hope to see any or all of you again some time! Besos y abrasos,
We want to express our gratitude and love for the care you took, knowing that mother nature has the final say… but you all were trained, confident and used your leadership to guide our rafts through the roller coaster rides we experienced. The trip was overall a trip of a lifetime. Special thanks to Diego for helping us out. The economy in the US may suck but we were able to completely separate ourselves from this and live in 2 weeks of bliss! This we thank you all for!! Love you all and again MUCHAS GRACIAS!!!
Marc, you have been a pleasure to work with. We know that our vacation last year was a once in a lifetime opportunity – neither of us had ever been on a vacation that long. We put ourselves in your hands and you and Bio Bio overachieved every step of the way.
I have to begin by thanking you both so much! I cannot begin to tell you how amazing this trip was for me. I know I sound dramatic, but it was life altering for me. I had an outstanding time and can’t wait till Zambezi.Gosh. I can’t tell you what a transition it was for me to return to NYC. Sub zero temps, the fast pace, and well my cuisine has taken a huge nose dive… I miss the river, snowcapped mountains, full moons, and most importantly the members of your team. I just wanted you to know what a great crew you’ve gotten together.
The trip was really great from start to finish – the meals, the scenery, the staff, the white water, the drinks, the hot tub… really everything. I kayaked a little – not too much – but I was having so much fun with the group – staff & clients – that working on my kayaking didn´t seem so necessary after all. That area is quite magical. You & Lorenzo really have a nice operation. Thanks for sharing it!!!
I wanted to thank you for such an amazing adventure and experience. I always have a huge smile when I talk about that part of my trip. You really helped make that happen for me at the last minute and I really appreciate it. If you ever need any help with any PR-related stuff, let me know. I’m a marketing/PR professional with lots of free time and would gladly help you out with anything pro bono. That’s how much of a good time I had!
Just a quick note to say Paul and I had the time of our lives and enjoyed everyone’s company over the week. I really did have the best time of my life. We wish we could continue on and not go back to work. Lucky for Paul, he is continuing his journey for the next month whilst I will be slaving away back in the office as of Friday.
I just wanted to say thank you for everything down on the Futa. I had the time of my life working down at the camp and going down the river! My time down there was too short-lived and I cannot wait to come back. BioBio is an awesome company and I’m working on convincing my family to take a trip. Anyways, thanks again..have a great season…and I’d love to come back next season if you need an extra worker! Besos to everyone!
We had an incredible trip on the river. For me actually it was a metamorphosis to a degree. Thank you for all your help and effort – it was one of the best times I have had in years – maybe decades even. It was like being in a dream and we all felt that way. The camp was five star! It may have just changed this ancient man’s life a bit.
Wow!! What an amazing trip we had. It was such a blast and so beautiful there. Thank you so much for making it such a perfect trip. Your camp is incredible, and the set up is impressive. The food was delicious but most of all your staff was just incredible. They are gifted guides with so much skill and knowledge about the river and the area. We had so much fun with them and loved getting to know them.
Hi Marc, Thanks for reaching out! I had the absolute best week of my entire life and cannot thank you enough for giving me the opportunity to experience the Fu. Between the guides who made me feel like I was a part of their family to all of the amazing travelers who I met, I do not think I will be able to replicate this trip for a long time. Bio Bio has created an extraordinary experience on the Fu… leaving there was very difficult for me. I can guarantee that you will be seeing me there again or on another trip with you guys in the future. Thank you again, Lindsay Bradley Market Manager Jetsetter, A TripAdvisor Company
Bio Bio crew – Thank you for sharing your bliss. I came an over-exhausted New Yorker. I leave remembering what peace” and “happiness” are all about and where they live in me.” Love and thanks
Bio Bio Expeditions – the ultimate expedition camp for the outdoor type adventuresome spirit with a young heart. Between the serene beauty of the mountains of Patagonia and the rough and wild waters of the Futaleufu, the memories of wonderful friends will linger in my heart for many years to come. Searching, longing, rediscovering my heart and soul have been replenished by this pristine wilderness. The surging waves and thunderous holes serve my quest for connection with nature’s awesome power. Thank you to all for sharing this wonderful week in my life. All I can see is filed with such unbelievable beauty all I can say is Amen and Thank you (plus the cold beer and copious vino tinto is not so bad either!)