Criollo Expeditions
Patagonia Chile
Exciting, unique and unforgettable adventures
at the ends of the Earth!
About Us
Why travel with us?
Being Local
Our company is locally owned and operated and we are the unique partnership of a local man, who was raised on a mountain ranch and an outdoorswoman from the United States. I believe this enables us to fully accomdate any guest that travels with us, as Magan can understand the perspective of an outsider, while Boris can relate the culture and andectdotes of growing up in such a remote land.
As Boris was raised in the area, working on ranches, training horses and working as a guide, he is very well known and loved. Because of this, ranchers who have closed their land to other horse riding companies have given us exclusive access. Landowners know that Boris is crossing their ranch and that their land and animals will be respected (ie. No gates left open, animals scared…) Therefore, we can travel through areas that are not well known and are not considered ¨touristy¨, we have a repoir with the local people.
Another advantage of being local is that any revinue generated from our trips is re-circulated into the local economy, used to support local business owners and families.
Being Green
Criollo Expeditions always practices Leave No Trace methods while on camping trips, trying to leave our areas of camping exactly how we found them. We also work on educating the community about trash pick-up, recycling, and caring for the environment, by leading through example, and cleaning our trails and pastures.
The success of our trips is based on three factors
1. The Guides- Our team is friendly, fun and knowledgable. We truly care about our clients. Also, we have a deep passion for Patagonia, the land, the culture the adventure… and this is contagious. Our guides are local and their expertise and enthusiasm are invaluable during excursions
2. The Horses- our horses are very important to us. We understand that clients come from very far away, and spend a lot of money… and they want to ride a good horse. Our horses are very well cared for, and therefore they can perform what is asked of them.
3. Patagonia- come and see for yourself!
Here he observed herds of wild horses and learned how to ride, pack and survive. He has owned and trained horses all of his life and is well- known for his unique, gentle style of breaking, some of which he learned while living with Native Argentinians.
In his youth he was Champion Fisherman of Patagonia for many years.
He has a plethora of hidden talents, but most of all, is a brilliant horseman and always a complete gentleman.
Magan Radich is a native of
However, she manages to make time for other activities including; river rafting, mountain biking, backpacking and snowboarding.
Her enthusiasm and positive attitude are infectious whilst on the trail.
International travel can be an extremely gratifying, exciting and educational experience. We believe that a person is never too young or too old to experience other cultures, as long as they come with an open heart, mind and a good attitude. We realize that our daily lives in Patagonia are extraordinary and full of adventure, and at the same time are grateful for the ¨small¨things in life; family, friendship, sharing and lalughter, that this slower-paced lifestyle gives us time to contemplate and enjoy. We would like to share with you our love and passion for this remote land its´people in a unique and personal way.
Boris and Magan
Our Horses
We maintain, breed and train a stock of over 20 Criollo and Criollo Mix horses. Some of these horses once ran wild in the Andes Mountains, before we captured and domesticated them.
We have horses suitable for every age and experience level, and enjoy introducing and matching each horse with the perfect rider.
Click here to Meet the Horses!
