For trips to Ranquilco, coming prepared with the right clothing and equipment is essential for comfort, enjoyment, and safety. In the mountains of Patagonia, the weather can change fast from hot and dry, to cold, windy and wet. Temperatures during the day can range from 50-90 degrees Fahrenheit, and evenings are usually cool and comfortable, but can also be chilly. In general, the weather is quite pleasant but it is good to be prepared!
Suggested packing list:
- Socks & Undergarments
- Bathing suit
- Sarong or pack towel
- 2-3 lightweight long sleeve cotton shirts for sun protection
- Wool or fleece sweater/jacket
- Down or Primaloft type jacket
- 2-3 pairs comfortable, durable riding pants
- 1 pair shorts
- Outfit for dinner-asado-dancing
- Wind/rain proof jacket
- Light walking shoes
- Riding boots
- Sandals (optional - but can be nice for walking in the river or lounging)
- Wide brim sun hat with a “buckaroo” strap for the wind
- Bandana or buff (for help with the dust while riding)
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp and batteries
- Water bottle
- Toiletries (shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste, sunscreen, moisturizer, chapstick, feminine products, personal medication, etc.)
Optional:
- Fishing gear
- Reading material
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Knife
Notes on footwear: For riding, proper footwear is essential to safety. It is important to wear shoes that will slip easily from the stirrups without getting stuck. Big hiking boots with lug soles are very dangerous on a horse as they can easily get caught. The best choice is a pair of smooth soled leather riding boots with heels. Another option is a pair of light walking or running shoes, with half chaps. These will also double as good walking shoes. We can provide half chaps if needed.
