A more affordable self-guiding journey in beautiful Chilean Patagonia!Torres del Paine National Park is famous for its stunning Andean geology, crystal-clear lakes, thundering waterfalls and dramatic glaciers ... all within the dramatic setting of the Patagonian wilderness. Hiking in Torres del Paine is a real treat, and this tour allows you to do so at your own pace and without breaking the bank.
Day 1: Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales
Upon arrival in Punta Arenas, we welcome you and transfer you across the Patagonian pampas to Puerto Natales, where we overnight. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Puerto Natales, with a trip to the famous penguin colony.
Day 2: Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine
Today, we make the spectacular drive to Refugio Las Torres, in Torres del Paine National Park. Once here, you can enjoy the stunning natural surroundings, breathe in the crisp mountain air and spot some of the unique flora and fauna, including some 115 species of bird.
Be sure to save your energy though, as tomorrow the trekking begins!
Overnight at Refugio Las Torres, with dinner included.
Day 3: Torres del Paine: Treks around Refugio Las Torres
Overnight at Refugio Las Torres, with dinner included.
Day 4: Torres del Paine: Refugio Las Torres - Refugio Los Cuernos
Today, you need to make the beautiful hike along the Paso Los Cuernos, with the north shore of Lake Nordenskjol to your left, and imposing mountains and vertical rock walls to your right, to your new trekking lodge.
Overnight at Refugio Los Cuernos, with dinner included.
Day 5: Torres del Paine: Refugio Los Cuernos - Refugio Paine Grande
Today, the trek takes you further along Lake Nordenskjol, past French Valley, with tremendous views of French Glacier, then skirting Lake Skottberg, to arrive at your lodge on the shores of Lake Pehoe.
Overnight at Refugio Paine Grande, with dinner included.
Day 6: Torres del Paine: Treks around Refugio Paine Grande
Today, it is recommended to hike along the Camino de los Vientos, which goes along the east shore of Lake Grey, which is full of deep blue icebergs.
After some two hours you reach an observation point, with spectacular views of Grey Glacier, which gradually get more impressive, as you approach the wall of the glacier.
Overnight at Refugio Paine Grande, with dinner included.
Day 7: Paine Grande - Pudeto - Puerto Natales
Today we will embark on a stunning boat ride from Paine Grande to Pudeto: you can sit back during this lake cruise and marvel at the breathtaking scenery.
Upon arrival in Pudeto, we make the drive to Puerto Natales where we spend the night.
Day 8: Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas
Transfer to Punta Arenas after breakfast for your onward flight.
END OF OUR SERVICES| Accommodation | 3 Star Hotels Trekking hostels (with dormitory beds) |
| Inclusions | Accommodation with breakfast Other meals where specified Entrance fees, Transfers and excursions as specified in the itinerary |
| Difficulty Rating | 4 (average fitness and above) |
| Sustainability | Local foods used on tour Local English-speaking guides used (most University-educated) Carbon Offsets not available for this tour |
| Single Surcharge | $US 99 |
| Notes | Not included on this tour:
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| Price dependent on: | Availability |
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