Our lodge sets a new standard for outdoor adventure. From our front door, heli-ski the Andes, fly fish legendary rivers, visit waterfalls, and hike through old-growth forests.
CHILE / -43.6427°S, -72.0051°W
Lodge Destinations
Guided Adventures
Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Patagonia, Chile
In the untouched landscape of northern Patagonia, our remote lodge sits on the banks of the Rio Palena, surrounded by snowcapped Andean peaks. Authentically designed and fully staffed, Rio Palena Lodge has two helicopters for guided adventures from skiing to fly fishing, wellness amenities, and local cuisine. This undiscovered corner of Chile is all yours to explore.
Welcome to Rio Palena Lodge
Limitless Exploration
Remote Base Lodge
Our welcoming lodge is an unrivaled home base with cozy textiles and local art, nestled deep in a rugged landscape with bucket-list adventures at its doorstep.
Heli-Ski the Patagonian Andes
Springtime at the lodge means it’s heli-ski season in the alpine. Explore vast terrain and ski first descents with seasoned guides and pilots.
Authentic Connections
Experience Patagonia the Chilean way with our lodge team, your new friends on the ground. Sip a pisco sour, learn to cueca dance, and hang with the gauchos.
Our lodge sets a new standard for outdoor adventure. From our front door, heli-ski the Andes, fly fish legendary rivers, visit waterfalls, and hike through old-growth forests.
Our welcoming lodge is an unrivaled home base with cozy textiles and local art, nestled deep in a rugged landscape with bucket-list adventures at its doorstep.
Springtime at the lodge means it’s heli-ski season in the alpine. Explore vast terrain and ski first descents with seasoned guides and pilots.
Experience Patagonia the Chilean way with our lodge team, your new friends on the ground. Sip a pisco sour, learn to cueca dance, and hang with the gauchos.
Summer
Heli-Ski
Summer
Helipads on the lawn give you unparalleled access to Patagonia. Explore the wildest mountains, glaciers, and rivers with our expert guides.
Hiking
Whitewater Rafting
Float Fishing
Biking
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Heli-Fishing
Heli-Accessed Glacier Hiking
Heli-Mountaineering
Inflatable Kayaking
Scenic Flights
Lodge Details
A Remote Retreat in the Patagonian Wilderness
Our seven-bedroom lodge is your home in the wilds of Patagonia, with delightful staff who give you an immersive Chilean cultural experience. For adventures, a stocked gear room complements the helipad outside, along with a huge deck where sopaipillas and pisco sours greet you afterward. Wood-fired hot tubs and a sauna overlook the river, along with walking trails and a forested asado outpost.
Guest Rooms
- Seven guest rooms with en suite bathrooms
Facilities
- Wood-fired sauna and two wood-fired hot tubs
- Bar and game room
- Gear room fully outfitted with skis, avalanche gear, all fly fishing gear, NRS rafts for float fishing, Hyde Power Drifter jet boats, Badfish SUPs, Trek full suspension mountain bikes, 4×4 overland campers and 4×4 SUVs for guest transport
Special Features
- Two helipads
- On-property outpost for asado celebrations
Guest Rooms
Wood interiors and large windows frame our seven colorful guest rooms. Local wool rugs, richly layered furniture, and hand-painted tiles detail each room.
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Palena
Exquisite king bedroom on second floor with culture-forward design, lounge area, private deck, and en suite bathroom | 121 square feet
Azul
View-laden king guest room on first floor with private deck and en suite bathroom | 85 square feet
Moro
First-floor bedroom with richly layered queen bed, river views, and en suite bathroom | 49 square feet
Correntoso
Creatively appointed guest room with queen bed and spectacular garden views | 53 square feet
Rosselot
Second-floor bedroom with unique angulated design, king bed, lounge area, en suite bathroom, and stunning river views | 79 square feet
Tigre
Versatile bedroom on second floor with bold red flair offering king bed or two twin bed configuration, en suite bathroom, and river views | 62 square feet
Tranquilo
Authentically styled bedroom on second floor offering king bed or two twin bed configuration, en suite bathroom, and river views | 62 square feet
Outposts
Outposts
A Traditional Patagonian Outpost
A short stroll from the lodge, our asado zone is a gaucho-style hangout for special evenings complete with traditional grills, outdoor ovens, archery, and wool ponchos. A cozy wood shelter and wine room, outdoor bar, and oversized firepit ensure that after dinner the celebration goes on with music and dances like the Chilean cueca.
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Food & Drink
Chile’s Rich Culinary Tradition
The hallmark of dining here at Rio Palena is fresh, local ingredients and down-to-earth yet sophisticated dishes. Our professional chef artfully combines rich flavors with traditional techniques, then pairs each plate with fine Chilean wines. Our lodge mixologist crafts inventive pisco cocktails, and you won’t find a better espresso in all of Chile.
Booking Details
Rio Palena Lodge delivers big on tailored experiences through the seasons. Activities, gear, rates, guided adventures, and other inclusions vary significantly depending on the time of year.
SEASON DATES
November 15 – November 30, 2025
December 8, 2025 – April 13, 2026
RATES
INDIVIDUAL ROOMS
Nightly rate starting at $3,269 based on double occupancy
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- 3-night minimum required
PRIVATE BUYOUT
Nightly rate starting at $24,480 based on 14 guests
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- Accommodates a maximum of 16 guests
- 3-night minimum required
INCLUSIONS
GUIDED ADVENTURES
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- Fly fishing, mountain biking, hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, inflatable kayaking, and whitewater rafting on the Futaleufú River
- Up to two heli-assisted adventures
- All gear needed for guided activities
FOOD & DRINK
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- Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner
- Asado dinner experience
- A selection of house beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
- Snack and drink assortment in the common area
TRAVEL & LOGISTICS
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- Custom pre-arrival planning with Eleven's Experience Team
- Ground transfers to and from activities
- Round-trip ground transfers to/from Palena or Chaitén airports (one round-trip transfer per group)
*See our booking policies and information
SEASON DATES
September 28 – November 15, 2025
RATES
PRIVATE BUYOUT
Nightly rate starting at $33,290 based on 6 guests
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- Heli-skiing is limited to 6 guests, but the lodge can accommodate up to 16 guests total
- 6-night minimum required
HALF-LODGE BUYOUT
Nightly rate starting at $16,645 based on 3 guests
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- 6-night minimum required
INCLUSIONS
GUIDED ADVENTURES
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- Guided heli-skiing
- 3:2 guest to guide ratio with Eleven’s highly experienced global heli-guide team
- Runs spanning 3,000–4,000 vertical feet
- Use of private B3 E helicopter
- Other guided activities
- Mountain biking, stand-up paddleboarding, hiking, whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaking, rock climbing, and fly fishing
- All necessary gear for heli-skiing, including heli-ski safety gear, and for all other guided activities
- Ski boots and helmets are not included and are not available to rent. Guests must bring their own boots and helmets
- Guided heli-skiing
FOOD & DRINK
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- Daily chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner
- One special Asado dinner experience
- A selection of house beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
- Snack and drink assortment in the common area
TRAVEL & LOGISTICS
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- Custom pre-arrival planning with Eleven's Experience Team
- Local ground transportation and round-trip airport transfers from Palena or Chaitén (one round-trip transfer per group)
*See our booking policies and information
Meet Our Team
Eleven's Unmatched Team
In remote Patagonia, our Chile team has your back at every turn as friends, professionals, and ambassadors of culture. Throw out your bucket list—it can’t compete with the experience they’ll create for you.
Trinidad Errazuriz
Trinidad “Trini” Errazuriz is an Experience Planner based at Rio Palena Lodge. Originally from Chile, she’s passionate about connecting with guests and creating meaningful adventures across Eleven’s Patagonian playground.
Diego Bevacqua
Diego Bevacqua is the Lodge Manager at Rio Palena Lodge. A Chilean native with global hospitality roots, he’s passionate about building teams that go above and beyond in the wild heart of Patagonia.
Nick Jenkins
Nick Jenkins is the Guide Operations Manager at Rio Palena Lodge. Originally from Wyoming and now based in Alaska, he brings years of adventure leadership and a passion for building strong teams in wild places.
Andres Silva
Andrés Silva is a Mountain and River Guide at Rio Palena Lodge, specializing in rafting, kayaking, hiking, and heli-assisted adventures. Originally from Viña del Mar, Chile, now based in Pucón, he’s passionate about discovering remote backcountry and sharing those experiences with guests.
Jorge Vásquez
Jorge Vásquez is a seasoned guide based at Rio Palena Lodge. Originally from Palena, Chile, he’s spent over 20 years leading fishing, rafting, and adventure expeditions across Patagonia and beyond.
Lars Pedersen
Lars Pedersen is part of Eleven’s sales team, blending a lifelong passion for skiing with a talent for helping guests craft transformative, bucket-list mountain experiences.
Brett Hulen
Brett Hulen is a fly fishing guide at Rio Palena Lodge. He brings years of guiding experience across California, Oregon, and Patagonia.
Hector Silva
Hector Silva Peralta is a ski guide at Rio Palena Lodge and the first South American to earn the ACMG Ski Guide certification.
Eric Layton
Eric Layton is a Ski and Adventure Guide for Eleven, working primarily at Rio Palena Lodge and Eleven Revelstoke. Originally from California and now based in Revelstoke, he brings nearly 20 years of guiding experience and a passion for exploring wild, untamed terrain.
Kirsten Kremer
With over 27 years of heli-ski guiding, Kirsten “KAK” Kremer brings unmatched mountain experience to Eleven. From Alaska to Chile, she’s all about landing on remote peaks, chasing condors, and sharing the stoke. You’ll find her guiding heli-skiing and more at Rio Palena Lodge.
Getting Here
Recommended Route
- Take a commercial flight into Santiago, Chile (SCL)
- Fly from SCL to Puerto Montt (PMC)
- Take a 1 hour and 15-minute private charter flight to Palena Airfield
- Ride 20 minutes in an Eleven vehicle to Rio Palena Lodge
Additional options are available. Please inquire for details and exact pricing.
CHILE / -43.6427°S, -72.0051°W
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