This ride takes place across the Andes Mountains. Patagonia is renowned for its' extreme climate changes and a storm can blow up at any time of the year, be prepared for anything. Snow is unlikely but still a possibility. In the summer months the weather is generally hot and dry during the day with a maximum temperature between 22 and 35 deg. C. Because of the altitude it can become very cold at night. The best way to dress is in layers - a T-shirt, shirt, pullover (or fleece which is light and dries quickly), and a jacket and trousers to give protection against wind and rain. Please note that whilst the Argentine side is semi-desert, the Chilean side is rain forest.

Sleeping bags, thermo-o-rests and tents are provided. There is one night when you will not be met by vehicle at the camp site. For this night all camping gear including sleeping bags and food are carried on pack horses. There will be no therm-o-rests this night, you will use your saddle and sheepskin as the gauchos do. Each guest is provided with a set of saddlebags for their personal possessions - change of clothes, toiletries, camera etc. Jackets and pullovers can be tied to the back of the saddle.

On all the other nights there will be a vehicle, however space in the vehicle is limited to one hand luggage size bag per person, which will be provided.