Experience a world of granite and ice by hiking the Torres Del Paine W-Trek, one of Patagonia's most well-known treks. French Valley, the granite spires of Torres Del Paine and the Grey Glacier overlook.
Meet Chilean gauchos as you go through the huge Patagonian Pampa and observe a condor's gliding flight. Enjoy the great wines and delectable cuisine of Patagonia in a welcoming setting, or try the national drink of Chile, the pisco sour.
Insider Tip:
Visit Torres del Paine National Park in the winter between June and September or during the Indian summer in April or May. The routes are less congested, the scenery is breathtaking, and bird watching and wildlife observation are simpler.
About this trip
Four treks will take you through the well-known Torres del Paine National Park attractions, where you can observe the condor's gliding flight and other animals and plants. You will have a spectacular view of the vast mountain ranges of the National Park as you pass Lake Pehoe.
For everyone who wants to enjoy the many-sided beauty of the Patagonian region, this journey will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Your treks up the towering Torres Towers and across the sizable Grey Glacier will live on in your memory as a granite and ice fantasy.
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Accommodation in Torres del Paine National Park
Accommodation in Puerto Natales
Local bilingual english/spanish speaking certified Trekking-Guide
Upon arrival at Puerto Natales bus station or airport a private transfer will take you to the hotel (without a guide). In the afternoon you will have time to explore this little town on your own. In good weather, the first impressive panorama of the Paine Massif and Monte Balmaceda can be seen from here. In the evening you meet your trekking guide for a short briefing about the next days. You spend the first night in a hotel in Puerto Natales in double room with private bathroom.
Torres del Paine National Park – Hike to the Torres del Paine Granit Needles
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
In the morning you take a regular bus to the Torres del Paine National Park and will see some of the native wildlife of this fantastic region like Guanacos and Ñandus. Upon arrival in the park your first hike leads you to the famous 'Torres' granite needles. At first you hike up to the Ascencio-Valley where you take a break at the Refugio Chileno next to the Ascencio river. After 2+ hours and a tough ascent your efforts will be rewarded: You will stand in front of the impressive needles with a green lagoon lying at your feet. Overnight: in the “Refugio Chileno” or “Refugio Torre” in shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Note: If the lodges (refugios) are fully booked, you will spend the night in 2-person-tents. Appr. walking time: 8 hours, walking distance: 19 km (11,8 miles), elevation gain of approx. 950 m (3,116 ft) ascent and descent.
Today, you hike along Nordenskjöld Lake to the wonderful Refugio Los Cuernos, close to the lake and the montes “Cuernos”. Passing Monte Almirante Nieto (2,640 m / 8,660 ft), you can probably watch condors circling in the sky. Overnight: in the “Refugio Los Cuernos” or “Refugio Frances” in shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Note: If the lodges (refugios) are fully booked, you will spend the night in 2-person-tents. Appr. walking time: 4-5 hours, walking distance: 11,5 km (7,1 miles), elevation gain of approx. 250 m (820 ft) ascent and descent.
In the morning you head towards the French valley and its viewpoint “Mirador” where you gain deep insight into the mountains. With a bit of luck, you may witness ice cracking off the Paine Grande (3,050 m / 10,000 ft) sounding like a roaring thunder. Subsequently you walk along the splendid Lago Skottsberg to the emerald green Lago Pehoe. Overnight: in the “Lodge Paine Grande” in shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Note: If the lodges (refugios) are fully booked, you will spend the night in 2-person-tents. Appr. walking time: 6-7 hours, walking distance: 17 km (10,5 miles), elevation gain of approx. 600 m (1,970 ft) ascent and descent.
Today you walk along the Black Lagoon (Laguna Negra) and the Path of Winds (Camino del Viento) to your viewpoint on the Grey Glacier. Depending on the weather and season you will come across various birds and plants. You hike back to the Lodge Paine Grande, cross the beautiful Pehoe-Lake with a catamaran (approx. 30 min) and take the regular bus back to Puerto Natales and say goodbye to our local trekking-guide. Overnight: Hotel in Puerto Natales in double room with private bathroom. Appr. walking time: 4-5 hours, walking distance: 12 km (7,5 miles), elevation gain of approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) ascent and descent.
Day 1
