National Parks of Southern Patagonia IVS
The Patagonia International Veterinary Seminars Conference give you the chance to visit one of the premiere scenic mountain areas on the planet!
Chile’s Torres del Paine and Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Parks are among the great scenic wonders of the world! This extraordinary trip brings you to the very heart of both of these legendary regions.
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Trip Highlights
Along the way, Dr Sarah Marvel will present “managing common surgical problems in general practice today”.
Topics to include:
- Acute abdomen and gastrointestinal symptoms
- GI foreign bodies: Emesis, endoscopy and other trick
- Bloody H@#$! Hemorrhagic diarrhea, AHDS HGE and Parvo – intussusception/Enteroplication
- Hemorrhagic shock and the emergency splenectomy
- GDV vs. Mesenteric volvulus Colonic torsion
- Upper GI perforations
- Urgent respiratory problems
- Laryngeal Paralysis- diagnosis and what to expect with surgery and how to manage without surgery
- Upper Airway Case Frenchie! Palatopexy, nasotracheal oxygen, temporary tracheostomy
- Cat pyothorax (the when and how of chest tubes)
- Dog pyothorax: Time for surgery for the grass awn or foreign body
- Urinary/urogenital topics
- Blocked cat medical decisions and the perineal urethrostomy (PU)
- Urethral obstruction in the dog. Retropulsion, cystotomy, urethrotomy vs. urethrostomy
About this trip
National Parks of Southern Patagonia IVS
Train and trek in the heart of Patagonia on this unforgettable International Veterinary Seminars CE adventure. Set in Chile’s Torres del Paine and Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Parks, this bucket-list journey delivers some of the most dramatic mountain scenery on Earth.
Explore Torres del Paine’s soaring granite spires, turquoise lakes, and vast ice fields, then cross into Argentina to witness the thundering Perito Moreno Glacier and the iconic peaks of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. With inspiring landscapes by day and cozy lodges and great meals by night, this is CE set against one of the wildest, most beautiful backdrops on the planet.
Itinerary
What to expect
Days 1–2: Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine
Arrive in Punta Arenas, then travel across the Patagonian steppe to Torres del Paine National Park. Settle into EcoCamp Patagonia beneath the iconic granite Towers and enjoy a welcome orientation.
Days 3–5: Torres del Paine Highlights
Explore the best of Torres del Paine with guided hikes to Glacier Grey, the French Valley, and the famous Base of the Towers. Return each night to the comfort of EcoCamp domes in the heart of the park.
Days 6–7: Argentina & Perito Moreno Glacier
Cross into Argentina and visit the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier, including a close-up boat excursion, before continuing to El Chaltén beneath the Fitz Roy Massif.
Days 8–11: Los Glaciares National Park
Spend several days hiking among Patagonia’s most iconic peaks, including Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, with daily route options and a comfortable base in El Chaltén.
Day 12: Departure
Return to El Calafate for flights home or onward travel.
Lodging
Where you'll stay
IN TORRES DEL PAINE
ECO CAMP
Ecocamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, with views of the majestic granite towers. The region’s first sustainable lodge south of the Amazon and the first of its kind in the Patagonian wilderness, EcoCamp offers upscale camping in domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants.
Suite Dome
Suite domes were designed to further our goal of providing comfort in a natural setting with minimal environmental impact, and also maintain thehotel’s familiar and cozy vibe.
The domes have comfortable double or twin beds, a woodstove and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.
IN EL CALAFATE
Hosteria Los Helios (or similar)
The charming 4-star Hosteria Los Hielos Hotel is located on Redonda Bay and features views of Argentinian Lake. The common living room offers views of the Patagonian landscape.
All rooms in Hosteria Los Hielos include a private bathroom, seating area, cable TV, wifi, a safe and views of the lake.
Guests enjoy a daily breakfast with sweets and homemade pastries made with regional fruits. They can also relax in the garden and library. Services include a 24-hour front-desk, a tour desk and currency exchange. Hosteria Los Hielos Hotel also features a hot tub and a sauna as well as a fitness center and bicycles.
IN EL CHALTEN
Destino Sur (or similar)
El Chalten is a charming mountain town nestled next to Los Glaciars National Park with views of the magnificent FitzRoy Massif, including the famed Cerro Torre and Cerro FitzRoy. During your down time, enjoy strolling the main street where there is an abundance of locally-owned shops, cafes and restaurants, many that brew their own beer on the premises!
The Destino Sur is located a mere 500 m from Los Glaciars National Park, and is your base camp while in El Chalten. Enjoy the mountain views from your well appointed alpine style room. Enjoy a full breakfast buffet each morning to fuel you for your day ahead!
Dates & Pricing
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Dates
2027
February 5-16
Pricing
2027
Pricing: $11,100/person, based on double occupancy
Seminar registration fee for 12 RACE approved CE hrs (optional): $925.00
Along the way, Dr Sarah Marvel will present “managing common surgical problems in general practice today”.
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