4-Day Best of Torres del Paine Tour
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationAmerica / Chile
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AgeFrom 5 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions65.55 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
Spanish
English
French
In a few words
Explore one of Patagonia's gems on an immersive journey to the heart of Torres del Paine National Park . From Puerto Natales , set off each day to discover spectacular panoramas, from iconic hikes to the famous Torres to unforgettable boat trips on Grey Lake , facing majestic glaciers. Every step is designed to offer you a complete and authentic experience , in a breathtaking setting that blends sculpted mountains , turquoise lakes, and steppes swept by the southern winds. A journey punctuated by the wild nature and raw emotion of the Patagonian landscapes.
The highlights
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Full day in Torres del Paine and the Milodon Cave
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Navigation on Grey Lake
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Tower Base
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 7h30
- Average distance/day: 11 km
Management
Spanish
English
French
Program
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Arrival in Puerto Natales
- Transportation Minibus - 00h10 - 10km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival in Puerto Natales. Transfer from the airport to your hotel.
Day 1 -
Grey Lake Navigation
- Transportation Minibus - 02h - 90km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Departure from Grey Lake beach towards the majestic glacier of the same name. For the first 45 minutes, we will sail along the imposing Paine Massif to Grey Refuge, where we will make a 15-minute stop for the exchange of passengers doing the W circuit on the internal trails of Torres del Paine National Park.
We will then continue our journey to visit the faces of Grey Glacier in approximately one hour by boat. The view from every point is truly impressive and allows you to appreciate the glacier in its entirety, even observing part of the South Icefield.
Return to the starting point, cruising across the lake among the floating icebergs that accompany us for much of the journey. During the tour, our team will offer you a delicious pisco sour with millennia-old ice cream, courtesy of the tour.
Difficulty: Easy
Accommodation: Amerindia Hostel or similar
Day 2 -
Base of the Torres Hike
- Transportation Minibus - 02h - 95km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 8h
- Distance 22 km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After a delicious breakfast, departure from the hotel at 7:00 am towards Torres del Paine National Park to Estancia Cerro Paine, starting point of the trail.
A zigzag climb of one hour towards the Ascencio Valley, then another 45 minutes to the Chileno Refuge on the bank of the Rio Ascencio, in the shade of a lenga forest, crossing several springs falling from the Almirante Nieto.
After about 1 hour and 10 minutes from the Chileno campsite (900 m altitude), you reach the base of the moraine leading to the viewpoint. The slope becomes steeper. After about 30 minutes (700 m altitude), you arrive at the eastern end of the lagoon, offering a magnificent view of the three towers (Central, Monzino, Dagostini) and the peaks of Peineta and Nido de Cóndores.
After rest and lunch in this exceptional and unique setting, return by the same path to the starting point, then return to Puerto Natales.
Difficulty: Demanding
Accommodation: Amerindia Hostel or similar
Day 3 -
Departure from Puerto Natales
- Transportation Minibus - 00h10 - 10km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Departure from Puerto Natales
Day 4
Note
Enhance your trip by booking this excursion. However, we do not recommend flying for such a short duration.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
Included
• Airport – Hotel transfer.
• 3 nights in a 3-star hotel. Standard room.
• Grey navigation.
• Torres Base.
• Transportation for each excursion.
• Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel.
• Guide (Spanish/English/ French ).
• Hotel – Airport Transfer
The price does not include
Not included
• Accommodation - Supplement
• Entrance to Torres del Paine.
• Tips.
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
Information may change up until the departure date, so remember to check official websites regularly.
• Sworn Declaration for Travellers (given to foreigners upon their entry into Chile).
• Passport.
• Copy of Medical and Travel Insurance (foreigners).
Equipment
Equipment to bring
• Daily backpack 30–35 litres (fits snugly to the body).
• Battery-powered headlamp (with spare batteries).
• Trekking poles (lightweight and with a good grip).
• Sunglasses with neck cord.
• UV sunscreen (minimum SPF 30).
• First aid kit: bandages, moleskin, anti-inflammatories, etc.
• Water bottle or hydration system*.
Clothing to bring
• Mountain boots (already used, NOT NEW!).
• Mountain/trekking trousers.
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (e.g. Gore-Tex®).
• Quick-drying synthetic T-shirts and thermal layers.
• Fleece jacket or similar.
• Fleece or Buff neck warmer.
• Fleece or wool hat covering the ears.
• Merino wool socks or similar (an extra pair in the bag).
• Waterproof trekking gloves.
• Cap or hat to protect from the sun (beware of the wind).
