.: Travel and Patagonia Adventure Travel; About Us:.

	About Us
	"Experience the Majesty of Patagonia, the Unique Culture and Mystery of Chiloe Island..."

	Austral Adventures was born traveling. After years of exploring in remote areas, we fell in love with the charm and beauty of the islands of Chiloe and their continental counterpart - Patagonia. The allure of the glacier topped Andes, endless fjords, and pristine rivers among the dense rainforest was only heightened by the area's inaccessibility. Meanwhile, seemingly hidden among nature's grandeur lies a centuries-old culture rich in folklore and culinary delights. This cultural and natural beauty sparked the many ideas and concerted efforts that made the company a reality. Specializing in small group excursions on land and comfortable cruises, the tours are designed for discerning travelers who wish to experience more than just the beautiful sights by promoting interaction with the local culture and education about the regional flora and fauna. Another major focus is to tap the knowledge and expertise of Chiloe Island by employing as many people from the area and using as many local products as possible.

	Team Austral

Britt Lewis

Cyril Christensen

Director Experienced as a backcountry guide and SCUBA divemaster, Britt came to Chile to explore both the mountains and sea. After several years in Chile working for a travel guide and agency, he found the perfect outlet for his skills and dreams. His travel and tourism experience proved the perfect background for the creation Austral Adventures. So he set out in 1998 to build a 50 ft (15m) traditional vessel designed specifically for tourism and pioneered new areas and ways of experiencing Patagonia and Chiloe. After more than a decade growing the company, his expert knowledge and attention to detail has Britt creating unique travel experiences throughout the Chile and into neighboring countries..

Operations A native of Santiago, Cyril has explored the world at large during his 4 years as a professional photographer on Cruise ships. He has also learned the minute details of Chile's unique flora and fauna during his 4 year stint as a park ranger in the National Park System. From a bilingual Santiago background, Cyril is an expert on Chiloe and the south as he spent summers as a child on the island and moved there several years ago with his wife Maca. He offers an indepth knowledge of his country as well as the island where he lives- in addition to a photographer's eye for beauty.

Sandra Echegaray

Cuisine & Everything in between: A native of the Peruvian highlands, Sandra brings a lifetime of experience to her multi-faceted job. Although trained as an architect, Sandra has worked in tourism from Cusco to London and first came to Chile in the early 90's. From designing the gourmet menus onboard Cahuella to taking professional photographs to managing the office, Sandra's flexibility and multiple skills add a touch of style to Austral Adventures' operations.