Experiencing the Patagonian lifestyle by visiting the farm of “Cabalgatas Cochamó”: [http://cabalgatascochamo.wix.com/chile]
“Cabalgatas Cochamó” is the pioneer in eco-toursim in Patagonia. In the region of Cochamó, “Cabalgatas Cochamó” is the only business certified by Chile Tourismo Rural, a govermental organization in Chile. Less than 5 minutes walk from the bus terminal of Cochamó, in this
5 hectares farm, the owner Ciro Vivar, the remaining few Gauchos (cowboys and farmers) in Cochamó as well as his family will share with you the Patagonian lifesyle: home made bread, fresh milk, fresh eggs, organic vegetables and fruits, asado el Palo (grilled lamb), freshly caught seafood etc. The farm currently has cows, sheep, geeses, dogs, horses, hens, and a big green house. During the horse riding excursions, Ciro will share with you of all basic skills of how to survivie in wild Patagonia as a gaucho (cow boy). Ciro´s wife Ida, dedicates herself in preserving the tradition and culture of this region. She is the supporter of organic and sustainable farming, expert in cooking delicious and healthy cuisine with all ingredients from the farm, and in her sparetime, she makes crafts with recycled materials. The view from the restaurant and the property is stunning with fjords, volcano Yate, Chilote’style Church, moutain peaks… Its principle house (lodge) is a heritage building perfectly reflecting the cultura and tradition of this region. Horseriding services provided by ¨Cabalgatas Cochamó¨ include
• Offering horse riding from hours to multi-days, to view points or into valleys
• Offering horse cargo and transporting service to places suitable for sports such as kayaking, climbing, trekking, etc
• Give free information about this region
All the horse riding excursions are personally guided by Ciro Vivar, who will share with you of all basic skills of how to survivie in wild Patagonia as a gaucho (cow boy). Our horseriding expeditions has been presented on:
(1) ¨The last roundup (documentary Cochamó)¨ (https://t.co/724AqsyV2X via )
(2) Chanal 13 TV programa, Chile ¨Recommended by Chile¨(first part-Cochamó: https://t.co/hgm68nUp6e via )
