Looking for info on a DIY trip to Chile

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

A few years back, my wife embarked on a biking adventure in Chile with one of her friends. Now it's my turn to explore. I have both the financial means and the time to go, but I'm not interested in luxurious accommodations or fancy dining. I'm perfectly content with camping and enjoying simple meals like tortillas and beans for three weeks. I envision a trip that involves driving to different areas, camping, and fishing for a few days before moving on to the next spot. Along the way, I might rent a room to freshen up and treat myself to a dinner at a local restaurant.

Ideally, I would prefer to fly into a location that serves as a central hub for accessing various fishing environments such as rivers, lakes, spring creeks, and more. I'm truly excited about experiencing different biomes in Chile, ranging from arid scrublands to lush rainforests.

I would also love to bring my water master boats with me, and perhaps even embark on multi-day float trips.

Now, onto some logistical questions:

1. How difficult is it to purchase a vehicle and sell it once I'm finished?
2. Do lodges or guides offer shuttle services for day trips or multi-day excursions?
3. You know I'm bringing cameras, how hard is it to charge down there?

If you have any additional advice or recommendations, I would greatly appreciate it.

 

[Brute]

I’m thinking about Chile in the future…however, Chile just made the list of US travel advisory not to visit…

I stand corrected…it is a level 2 advisory for increased caution…

 

[Robert Engleheart]

PM sent.

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

I’m thinking about Chile in the future…however, Chile just made the list of US travel advisory not to visit…

I stand corrected…it is a level 2 advisory for increased caution…

Oh really? Huh wonder why

 

[Brute]

Oh really? Huh wonder why

Apparently an increase in spontaneous protesting and increase in muggings

 

[Deansie]

If I were you, I’d look into these guys

Trout Bum Rio Pico | Hemispheres Unlimited

An affordable while still comfortable program allowing anglers to enjoy fly fishing the best region of Patagonia without too much expense.

hemispheresunlimited.com

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

If I were you, I’d look into these guys

Trout Bum Rio Pico | Hemispheres Unlimited

An affordable while still comfortable program allowing anglers to enjoy fly fishing the best region of Patagonia without too much expense.

hemispheresunlimited.com

Thanks will take a look!

 

[mcswny]

You should check out this book. While it’s not going to answer your questions, it’s all about the authors DIY experience in Patagonia. I found it enjoyable.

Chasing Rumor: A Season Fly Fishing in Patagonia by Cameron Chambers paperback book​

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

You should check out this book. While it’s not going to answer your questions, it’s all about the authors DIY experience in Patagonia. I found it enjoyable.

Chasing Rumor: A Season Fly Fishing in Patagonia by Cameron Chambers paperback book​

Thanks will get a copy to read in-between planning!

 

[Westfly Refugee]

In prepping for my trip to Patagonia (last month) angling-oriented books I read included:

PATAGONIA, Angler Walkabout Series - book 2 (book 1 is about Africa), by Julian Wicksteed, 2014

Argentine Trout Fishing, a flyfisherman's guide to Patagonia, William C. Leitch, 1991 (so a bit dated)

Compared to other destinations, there's not many books written - in English - about fishing Patagonia.

 

[Big Tuna]

I believe Muknuk on the old WFF site posted a DIY report on Patagonia and offered to provide advice to any DIYker.

 

[jact55]

I haven't been to Chile, but traveled all over the world. So I can't offer any direct help. But I use a combo of Google, Google maps and trip advisor. Between the three, if you look hard enough, it's all there.
I book accommodations and travel methods ahead, and if a guide service is needed, maybe that ahead of time.

I find that just booking the basics, then figuring out the rest while there is easier and nets better results. Never been to a place where locals didn't give me awesome recommendations.
Camping might make this method a little tougher though....

Google what plug in Chile uses, and bring the converter thing. I just keep a stash of every plug in known to man around.
I also have a huge stash of mobile chargers. Charge 4 or 5 of those when you have electricity, and you can charge your devices for a long time. Used while in the Amazon and other remote areas with great sucess.
Like this:
Amazon product ASIN B0BBVD14S3

 

[Brute]

I haven't been to Chile, but traveled all over the world. So I can't offer any direct help. But I use a combo of Google, Google maps and trip advisor. Between the three, if you look hard enough, it's all there.
I book accommodations and travel methods ahead, and if a guide service is needed, maybe that ahead of time.

I find that just booking the basics, then figuring out the rest while there is easier and nets better results. Never been to a place where locals didn't give me awesome recommendations.
Camping might make this method a little tougher though....

Google what plug in Chile uses, and bring the converter thing. I just keep a stash of every plug in known to man around.
I also have a huge stash of mobile chargers. Charge 4 or 5 of those when you have electricity, and you can charge your devices for a long time. Used while in the Amazon and other remote areas with great sucess.
Like this:
Amazon product ASIN B0BBVD14S3

I also carry multiple mobile chargers everywhere, even in the states…good advice

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

In prepping for my trip to Patagonia (last month) angling-oriented books I read included:

PATAGONIA, Angler Walkabout Series - book 2 (book 1 is about Africa), by Julian Wicksteed, 2014

Argentine Trout Fishing, a flyfisherman's guide to Patagonia, William C. Leitch, 1991 (so a bit dated)

Compared to other destinations, there's not many books written - in English - about fishing Patagonia.

Thank you will pick these up!

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

I haven't been to Chile, but traveled all over the world. So I can't offer any direct help. But I use a combo of Google, Google maps and trip advisor. Between the three, if you look hard enough, it's all there.
I book accommodations and travel methods ahead, and if a guide service is needed, maybe that ahead of time.

I find that just booking the basics, then figuring out the rest while there is easier and nets better results. Never been to a place where locals didn't give me awesome recommendations.
Camping might make this method a little tougher though....

Google what plug in Chile uses, and bring the converter thing. I just keep a stash of every plug in known to man around.
I also have a huge stash of mobile chargers. Charge 4 or 5 of those when you have electricity, and you can charge your devices for a long time. Used while in the Amazon and other remote areas with great sucess.
Like this:
Amazon product ASIN B0BBVD14S3

good travel tips! Thank you!

 

[TheFlyFishingFilmmaker]

I believe Muknuk on the old WFF site posted a DIY report on Patagonia and offered to provide advice to any DIYker.

Ill reach out to him!