Conference title: Forests as hubs of biodiversity and ecosystem services in the anthropocene
Date and location: March 24-27, 2026; Coyhaique, Chile
Thanks to our more than 350 participants from all continents and over 36 countries, who made Chilean Patagonia, Coyhaique, and the Aysén Region the global epicenter of forest science during these days, with 5 pre-conference courses in three days, numerous symposia and keynote sessions, more than 300 academic abstracts, 5 simultaneous field trips, more than 20 exhibitors, over 5 meetings with the productive sector, decision-makers, companies and local producers, and the valuable support of 10 IFSA volunteers. A warm Patagonian embrace to all.
Participation certificates will be issued upon request for those who require them.
Please request them at: iufro.div8.2026@gmail.com


100% Patagonia Slow Travel offers special programs for registered participants of the IUFRO Forest Environment Division 8 Conference 2026.
With over 20 years of experience in the Carretera Austral and the Aysén Region, they design tailor-made itineraries focused on nature, culture and responsible travel.
Their services include:
Customized adventure, nature, cultural and gastronomic itineraries
• Full coordination of accommodation, transport, guides and activities• Trekking, kayaking, navigation to Marble Caves and Laguna San Rafael, horseback riding, fly fishing, birdwatching and rural tourism• Small group programs with low daily mileage and immersive local experiences• English and Spanish assistance.
Highlighted multi-day programs include:
• 4 days / 3 nights – Patagonia National Park: traditions, archaeology, navigation on General Carrera Lake, cultural exchange with pioneer families.
• 6 days / 5 nights – Carretera Austral & Route of Parks: glaciers, kayaking at Marble Caves, Laguna San Rafael navigation, rural traditions.
• 10 days / 9 nights – Carretera Austral Norte: Queulat National Park, fjords, thermal baths, Palena River, local gastronomy and traditional Patagonian experiences.
All programs are flexible and can be adapted to participants’ interests and schedules.
To access special conditions, participants must contact 100% Patagonia Slow Travel directly and indicate that they are registered participants of the IUFRO Division 8 Conference 2026.

Contact: maite@100patagonia.cl carolina@100patagonia.cl
+56 9 9486 4989 +56 9 7765 3570


















