W Trek With Overnights in Refugios or Camping
Guided or Unguided - 5 days
Unguided TreksDay 1: Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine
First, go to the office in Puerto Natales to get your vouchers and map. Then, we will take the 2:30 pm bus to Torres del Paine National Park. The trip takes about 2.5 hours (112 km). You will arrive in the afternoon, have dinner, and sleep in the Central Sector Day 2: Hike to Las Torres Base Lookout Point You will depart early to one of the landmarks of the park, the Las Torres Base Lookout Point. During the first stretch, you will walk through the pampa, cross the Ascencio River, and then climb 3 km up to Los Vientos Mountain Pass, where you will enjoy amazing views of the valley and lakes. You will continue your journey to the Chileno Mountain Refuge, and then go deep into a lenga beech forest up to La Morrena, where the hardest part of the hike begins. You will follow a rock trail to the spectacular Las Torres Base Lookout Point. Later, you will begin the descent to the Central Sector to have dinner and sleep. 8 - 10 hours to hike 19.5 km. Altitude Initial: 120 m Highest: 870 m Day 3: Hike Francés Sector You will walk about 13.5 km along the shore of Nordenskjöld Lake, Almirante Nieto Hill, and the striking Cuernos del Paine. During the hike, you will enjoy magnificent views of Los Cuernos, hanging glaciers, lakes, and the abundant local vegetation and wildlife. You will have dinner and sleep in the Francés Sector. 4.5 - 6.5 hours to hike 13.5 Km. Elevation gain 200 m Day 4: Hike Francés Valley The day begins with one of the icons of the circuit, the Francés Valley. You will start early with a light hike to the Italiano Campsite. From there, you will begin the climb through the woods (about 2 km) up the Francés River Valley. We will continue to the Francés Lookout Point, where you will enjoy one of the most breathtaking views of the circuit, the view to the valley framed by the Hills Paine Grande, Catedral, Hoja, Máscara, Espada, Aleta de Tiburón, and Cuerno del Norte. It will leave you speechless. After this spectacle, you will begin the descent to the Paine Grande Sector. 8 -10 hours to hike 20.5 km Altitude Initial: 120 m Highest: 709 m Day 5: Hike Grey Glacier Sector – Pehoé Lake Navigation – Return to Puerto Natales On this day, you will reach the third milestone of the circuit, a place that owners one of the most unforgettable sceneries of the park, the magnificent Grey Glacier. The trail goes around the Paine Grande Hill, the highest peak in the mountain range (3,050 m), with incredible views of its hanging glaciers. Walking amidst Antarctic Beech (ñirre), Dombey’s beech (coigüe), and Chilean firebush (notro), you will reach the first lookout point of Grey Lake, where we will see floating pieces of glacier. We will continue to walk towards the imposing view of Grey Glacier to reach the Grey Mountain Refuge. Then, you will return to the Paine Grande Sector and take the 6:30 pm catamaran that will take you to Pudeto. There you will meet the bus that will take you back to Puerto Natales. 8 -10 hours to hike 22 km Altitude Initial: 43 m Highest: 313 m 2026-2027 Prices Per Person in US$ :
camping = $1640, single supplement = $1310 refugio = $2070 (1) Camping price based on 2 people minimum (2) Refugio price is based on 6 people per room Departures from October to April The dinner for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve has an extra cost of US$50 per person. optional extras:
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Climate
Patagonia summer offers warm, sunny days and cool nights. Patagonia days are long, the sun rises at about 4:30 a.m. and sets near 10:30 p.m. Typically temperatures are around 18ºC during the day, dropping to about 7 ºC at night. Higher elevations will be experience a slightly cooler climate, and frosts have been know to occur at night, even during the summer. During April, daytime temperatures are usually in the 15 ºC, and drop to the 2ºC at night. There are important climatic variations at the Region, influenced mostly by the relief, the sea and the wind. The average rainfall registers 425 millimeters annual, mostly in spring-summer and in winter as snow. This is an area of wind, more intense at spring-summer, time at which it reaches an average speed of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour, fading almost at all in winter. What to bring
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Guided TreksDay 1: Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine
On the first day of your program, you’ll meet your host, who will be an important part of your adventure and who will give you your Welcome Kit. At 3:00 p.m. the same day, you must arrive at the Puerto Natales office for the briefing with the guide. The private van transfer will depart from the same location at 4:00 PM. The drive to the park takes approximately 2 hours. Upon arriving at the Central Sector, you can enjoy a welcome drink and partake in the special Explorer’s Ritual, a ceremony designed to kick off your adventure in Patagonia. Then you’ll have time to settle in, relax, and enjoy a delicious dinner before you begin your days of exploration. You’ll start the day with a hike through the Ascencio Valley to Los Vientos Pass, taking in incredible panoramic views of Patagonia. On the hike, you’ll pass through the Chileno Sector and a forest of native lenga trees before tackling the final rocky stretch to Base Torres. Upon arrival, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the iconic Torres del Paine and its glacial lake below. On the way back, you will make a pit stop in Chileno to rest and enjoy something warm to drink. The day ends with a welcome beverage and a special After Trek event at Central Sector, where we will celebrate our achievement of reaching Base Torres as a group. You will stay the night in Central Sector. Trip from Puerto Natales (approx. 2 hours). Overnight stay in Central Sector D Day 2 - Base Torres You’ll start the day with a hike through the Ascencio Valley to Los Vientos Pass, taking in incredible panoramic views of Patagonia. On the hike, you’ll pass through the Chileno Sector and a forest of native lenga trees before tackling the final rocky stretch to Base Torres. Upon arrival, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the iconic Torres del Paine and its glacial lake below. On the way back, you will make a pit stop in Chileno to rest and enjoy something warm to drink. The day ends with a welcome beverage and a special After Trek event at Central Sector, where we will celebrate our achievement of reaching Base Torres as a group. Elevation gain 750 meters. 8-10 hours. 18,8 kms. Difficulty Level High. Overnight stay in Central Sector Day 3 - Into the heart of the massif Walk along the shores of Lake Nordenskjöld and to the foot of Mount Almirante Nieto and its hanging glaciers. Surrounded by striking geographical contrasts, this area is also home to many birds, such as the majestic condors that soar overhead. After crossing the Arriero River, you’ll continue to the highest viewpoint on the trail, where you can admire Lake Nordenskjöld, the Francés Glacier, and Mount Cerro Paine. Finally, you’ll continue on to the Cuernos Sector and then to the Francés Sector, where you can relax and unwind amidst the Patagonian wilderness. 4.5-6.5 hours. 13.5 km. Difficulty Level Medium. Elevation gain 80 meters DAY 4. FULL IMMERSION AND CONNECTION Start the morning with a breathtaking hike to the Italiano Campsite, taking in some of the most stunning scenery in Torres del Paine. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and lush vegetation, you’ll feel the special energy and tranquility of Patagonia. During the hike, you’ll pass a beautiful waterfall on your way to the Francés Valley, one of the park’s most iconic spots. First, you’ll come to the Francés Viewpoint, which overlooks the glacier and the peaks of Cuernos del Paine. You will then continue to the Británico Viewpoint, the highlight of the hike. Both viewpoints offer breathtaking panoramic views of granite cliffs, hanging glaciers, and the majestic peaks of the Paine Massif. At the end of the day, you’ll return to the Francés Sector to relax as you take in the Patagonian scenery. 8-12 hours. 15 km. Overnight stay in Francés Sector. Difficulty Level High. Elevation gain 712 meters DAY 5. ONE LAST PUSH AND A FINAL CELEBRATION On the last day, you’ll hike to the Grey Glacier viewpoint to explore one of the park’s most iconic landscapes. From there, you can admire the immense Southern Ice Field, the icebergs floating on the lake, and the majestic Paine Massif. The trail winds through native forests and scenic viewpoints that invite you to enjoy the tranquility and vastness of Patagonia. You will then cruise across the turquoise waters of Lake Pehoé aboard the catamaran, taking in the last views of the park before heading to the Central Sector. To wrap up the experience, you’ll enjoy a farewell dinner before heading back to Puerto Natales, taking home unforgettable memories of this adventure in Torres del Paine. The return transfer from Central to Puerto Natales departs at 9:30 PM. You can extend your stay for an extra night at the hotel or in the Central Sector. 4.5-6.5 hours. 13.5 km Catamaran on Lake Pehoé. Difficulty Level Medium. Elevation gain 80 meters 2026-2027 price with CAMPING = $2,800 Price per person, per program, for double occupancy. $2,240 USD extra for single room This option includes: Welcome platter and nightly complimentary drink, unlimited hot beverages, and all meals. Fully equipped tent with sleeping bag, pillow, and mat. Bathrooms with hot showers. Welcome kit (water bottle, sleeping bag liner*, and towel). 2026-2027 price with MOUNTAIN STAY = $2,990 Price per person, per program, in shared room. This option includes: Welcome platter and nightly complimentary drink, unlimited hot beverages, and all meals. Comfortable bed in shared room (6 to 8 beds) with sleeping bag. Bathrooms with hot showers. Welcome kit (water bottle, sleeping bag liner*, and towel). Both options include: Technical gear such as Technical gear such as crampons* and hiking poles. Catamaran tour on Lake Pehoé*, admission to the National Park, and private round-trip shuttle between Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine. Bilingual guide (Spanish and English) and in-person briefing. These programs are available for groups of at least 2 people and up to 12 people per group.
CANCELLATIONS: Penalties are applicable to the total amount of the reservation.
90 or more days prior to arrival ........................ no penalty. 89–70 days prior to arrival.........................20% penalty. 69–45 days prior to arrival.......................50% penalty. 44 (or less) days prior to arrival.........100% penalty. 
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