Experience Your Own Path Private Excursions

Awasi offers tailor-made journeys so each traveller can explore at their own pace and connect meaningfully with each destination. We are here to guide you on this path of discovery, and help you create memorable, personal and authentic experiences.

 

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  • Iguazú
  • Mendoza
  • Santa Catarina
  • Patagonia
  • Atacama
Mbya guaraní community

Mbya Guaraní Community

Awasi Iguazú

As the original inhabitants of these lands and guardians of Iguazú, the Guaraní Community offers a unique cultural experience. Led by local guides, you will learn about their worldview, traditional hunting techniques, medicinal plants, and artisan crafts made from materials found in the jungle.

Iguazú falls cascading through lush subtropical rainforest under blue sky

Monday Waterfall – Paraguay

Awasi Iguazú

Discover Salto Monday, one of Paraguay’s most impressive yet lesser-known waterfalls, set within the Atlantic Forest. Accessed by crossing into Paraguay via the Iguazú and Paraná rivers, the journey passes through the heart of the Triple Frontier, where Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina converge.

Jesuit missions

Jesuit Missions

Awasi Iguazú

During the 17th and 18th centuries European Jesuit missionaries arrived in the Rainforest and lived side by side with the Guaraní Communities, building impressive reductions. It is the ruins of these buildings we can still see today.

Güirá oga animal refuge

Güirá Oga Animal Refuge

Awasi Iguazú

Güirá Oga is a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre dedicated to the protection of native fauna in Misiones. Visiting this refuge offers insight into local conservation efforts and provides the opportunity to observe native species up close.

Alto paraná river & yasy fall

Alto Paraná River & Yasy Fall

Awasi Iguazú

Explore the Paraná River, South America’s second largest river and the natural border between Argentina and Paraguay. Navigate upstream to discover hidden creeks and the secluded Yasy Fall.

Cooking class

Mendoza Cooking Class

Awasi Mendoza

You will learn how to cook empanadas, grilled bread, steak eye, tomaticán and grilled fruits (typical local food). Includes Cavas Wines & water service, Cavas apron and souvenir recipes.

Wine tour

Wine Tour

Awasi Mendoza

Accompanied by bilingual drivers, you will be able to explore the wine country, discovering the spirit of Mendoza in each place, such as premium tastings and wine-paired lunches in the best wineries.

Horseback riding in our vineyards

Horseback Riding In Our Vineyards

Awasi Mendoza

Leaving the Lodge, you can visit some of the nearby wineries on horseback: Finca Decero and Ojo de Agua. All the rides are followed by delicious meals, either as a charming picnic or a delicious lunch at the lodge or the own wineries.

Hike in los andes mountain

Hike In the Andes

Awasi Mendoza

One hour away from Awasi Mendoza, you can choose from different hiking options between 4,500 and 8,000 ft. above sea level. Each trip is planned according to your preferences and physical conditions.

Arvoredo island diving

Arvoredo Island Diving

Awasi Santa Catarina

Just a 45-minute boat ride from the lodge, the Arvoredo Marine Biological Reserve unveils an extraordinary underwater landscape, with vibrant reefs and rich marine life, including sea turtles, dolphins, rays, octopuses, seahorses, and dozens of tropical fish species.

Anhatomirim fortress tour

Anhatomirim Fortress Tour

Awasi Santa Catarina

Departing early from the lodge’s pier to avoid crowds, this half-day excursion begins with a scenic boat ride. Upon arrival, a guided walking tour leads you through the fortress ground, offering insight into Brazil’s colonial past.

Morro de pico hike

Morro de Pico Hike

Awasi Santa Catarina

Rising above the surrounding landscape, Morro do Pico offers a rewarding challenge for those drawn outdoors. After a 10-minute transfer from the lodge, embark on a steep hike that ascends 500 meters through lush native vegetation, winding its way toward the summit.

Kotula trail

Kotula Trail

Awasi Patagonia

This trek is perfect for those who enjoy staying active and seeking out unique experiences. Situated outside the National Park, the trail is often empty, offering a sense of solitude. While the ascent is relatively steep, it rewards hikers with diverse ecosystems and excellent bird-watching opportunities.

Surf lessons at praia de fora

Surf Lessons at Praia de Fora

Awasi Santa Catarina

Just 10 minutes from the lodge, Praia de Fora is a sheltered stretch of coastline with gentle waves. It’s the ideal setting for those new to surf. Led by professional instructors, each 2-hour session includes all necessary equipment and personalized guidance, designed to build confidence and prepare you for your very first wave.

Cachaça distillery + horseback ride

Cachaça Distillery & Horseback Ride

Awasi Santa Catarina

After a 50-minute drive from the lodge, the day begins at Adega Scherer, a family distillery. Learn about the artisanal production of cachaça, followed by a guided tasting session. A one-hour horseback ride can be arranged before or after the distillery visit, another way to experience the rural beauty of the region.

Florianópolis city tour

Florianópolis City Tour

Awasi Santa Catarina

This full-day cultural journey begins with a 1-hour drive from the lodge to the historic center of Florianópolis, from the colonial-era buildings at the Praça XV de Novembro to the Fazenda Marina Paraíso das Ostras, where you can learn about oyster farming.

Base torres

Base Torres

Awasi Patagonia

The Base Torres trail is one of the most iconic and popular in the National Park, but also one of the most challenging. Our journey will take us deep into the Ascencio Valley, culminating at the awe-inspiring granite Torres del Paine and a turquoise glacial lake.

Blue glacier meets rocky mountains and calm water, with snow-capped peaks under a soft, overcast sky.

Grey Glacier Lookout

Awasi Patagonia

A close-up glacier viewing experience. This excursion begins with a scenic drive from our lodge to the park’s heart, followed by a ferry ride across Lake Pehoe to the trailhead. From Guardería Paine Grande, we’ll embark on a hike towards the Southern Patagonian Icefield and the renowned Grey Glacier.

Horseback

Horseback Riding

Awasi Patagonia

Horseback riding is a key part of gaucho culture and a classic Patagonian experience. Set at a traditional estancia near Torres del Paine National Park, this ride offers a simple and authentic way to explore the landscape and understand the region’s rural traditions.

Wild guanaco standing gracefully in the rugged atacama desert landscape, showcasing its soft brown coat and alert posture under the clear blue sky – a glimpse of the unique wildlife guests may encounter while staying at awasi.

Sierra Contreras

Awasi Patagonia

Just behind Awasi Patagonia, the Sierra Contreras mountain range offers a clear introduction to the surrounding landscape. From the summit, take in wide views of the Paine mountain range, Sierra Baguales, Valle de las Chinas, Lake Sarmiento and the Patagonian steppe.

Loma guanaco

Loma Guanaco

Awasi Patagonia

Loma Guanaco, as the name suggests, is a prime location for observing large herds of guanacos. These impressive wild South American camelids, standing approximately 2 meters (7 feet) tall and weighing between 90 and 140 kg (200 to 310 lb), are among the largest native land mammals on the continent. Their presence often attracts other local species, including foxes, pumas, and condors.

Horseback riding atacama

Horseback Riding

Awasi Atacama

Rainbow Valley is a paradise for geology lovers, it stands out for its characteristic landscapes of the Domeyko mountain range, unique colours and a great variety of activity options, including hiking and viewing petroglyphs of archeological and historical significance.

Sunrise behind a mountain ridge, casting soft rays and silhouettes against a clear blue sky.

Sunrise At Licancabur Volcano

Awasi Atacama

Enjoy the calm of the oasis as the sun rises over the Andes Mountains and the iconic Licancabur Volcano. The vibrant colors of dawn and the peaceful atmosphere create a perfect setting to share breakfast in the company of your private guide and the surrounding nature.

Tatio geysers

Tatio Geysers

Awasi Atacama

Set over 4,300 metres above sea level, El Tatio geothermal field features steaming fumaroles, bubbling thermal springs and high-altitude geysers framed by Andean peaks and volcanic terrain.

Chaxa lagoon

Chaxa Lagoon

Awasi Atacama

Chaxa Lagoon is notable for its expansive views of the Atacama basin. The main attractions include the salt flat formations and a diverse variety of birdlife; particularly flamingos, which can be observed depending on the season.

Star-filled night sky with the milky way visible above trees and a thatched roof, creating a calm, atmospheric scene.

Astronomical Observation

Awasi Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama offers some of the most favourable stargazing conditions on Earth. The stargazing tour provides a guided view of the night sky, observed with the naked eye and through a powerful telescope, while exploring constellations and Andean cosmology.

Panoramic coastal view of blue ocean and forested hills under a clear sky, seen from a lookout.

Jordan to Armação Trail

Awasi Santa Catarina

Explore the 8 km trail from Jordão to Palmas through coastal forest, with panoramic views, native flora, and access to pristine beaches along the way.

Wide waterfall cascading over lush cliffs, framed by leafy trees under a bright blue sky.

Iguazú Falls

Awasi Iguazú

Discover one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders, extending Argentina and Brazil. Wander through the trails and viewpoints, and discover the Devil’s Throat without the crowds.

Riders on horseback crossing open grassland with snow-capped mountains in the distance under a clear blue sky.

Andes Horseback Ride

Awasi Mendoza

Ride through the Andes led by local guides, with wide open views along Camino de la Carrera and trails that cross hills and untouched native vegetation.

Solitary flamingo gliding across a misty lagoon, framed by serene mountains and soft morning light.

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Hiker in a bright jacket standing on a mossy ridge, facing jagged mountain peaks shrouded in mist and clouds.
Aerial view of a turquoise mineral pool surrounded by white salt crust and dark desert terrain.
A quiet moment inside a secluded forest cabin, framed by lush greenery and warm interior light.