Guide

Specialist mountain guides in Torres del Paine National Park.

Meals

10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners

Transport

Van, hiking.

Others

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Camping and hiking excursion of the full circuit through Torres del Paine National Park with porters (9 days). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hygieneprotocol

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Accommodation

Hotels (2 nts), camping (8 nts).

Not included:

Flights

International flights not included.

Others

This tour hikes the full circuit of Torres del Paine, staying at different campsites each night. As such, all travellers will need to carry backpacks with personal items with them for the duration of the hike. You will have porters to carry camping equipment and food. You will also have extra porters to carry a total of 5 kgs/11 pounds of personal items per passenger, included within this 5 kgs/11 lbs is your sleeping bag which weighs 2.5 kg/5.5 lbs. The porters will give you a bag to store these items. You will need to carry your daypack everyday which will be approximately 5 -10kg. Items you will need to carry in your day pack include: water, lunch for the day, an extra layer of clothing and any other personal items over the 5 kg carried by the porters. Porters can be hired to assist with the carrying of belongings. Extra porters can be hired to assist with the carrying of belongings, each porter can carry a maximum of 15kg. Please ask us at the time of booking if you would like to pay to arrange extra porters for your hikeGrey Glacier Camp - Grey Glacier Ice Hike (170000CLP per person) Grey Lake - Grey Lake Kayaking Excursion (120000CLP per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Puerto Natales
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Puerto Natales

Arrive at any time. If arriving into Punta Arenas in Chile, it is recommended to arrive prior to 14:00 to allow enough time to transfer to Puerto Natales for the welcome meeting. If arriving to El Calafate in Argentina, you will need to get there a day before and then take the bus to Puerto Natales today.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Additional Notes: Please note the airport in Puerto Natales is small with limited flight connections. Most flights will be through Punta Arenas in Chile or El Calafate in Argentina, both of which would involve taking a public bus or transfer. Your welcome meeting normally starts sometime between 5 and 6pm (please see welcome note on arrival at the hotel) and then you will be able to rent equipment if you want to after. Please note rental shops normally close by 8 or 9pm, so you would need to be there by that time to guarantee being able to rent what you need.
Day 2 Day 2: Puerto Natales/Laguna Azul Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Puerto Natales/Laguna Azul Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Embark on a 9-day excursion within Torres del Paine NP, hiking the full Torres del Paine circuit known as the O circuit. Start the 130km (80.7 mi) route by trekking to the base of Las Torres to see the dramatic three towers and turquoise lagoon below.
The group will enter the park through the main entrance of Amarga Lagoon. The trail begins with a slope and a side view of the imposing Ascencio Valley and the river with the same name, passing through the famous “Windy Pass” to get to the first official stop at Refugio El Chileno.

From there the group will continue towards a forest of native Lenga trees before arriving to the glacial moraine. Here the last, and hardest, part of the trail starts as we will be gaining 300m of altitude in the last kilometer. Please note this last kilometer is steep and rocky, carrying hiking poles (available for rent in Puerto Natales) will really help make this section of trail more manageable. The last km takes around 1 hour, but it is SO worth it! The spectacular view of the three granite towers will be waiting at the top, where we will have lunch with a view! Return along the same trail and meet our driver who is going to take everyone to the first campsite, Laguna Azul.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:00 - 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 1: Welcome Center of Torres del Paine to Base of the Towers
Day 3 Day 3: Torres Del Paine/Camp Serón (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Torres Del Paine/Camp Serón (1B, 1L, 1D)

Transfer by van to the Las Torres area. Today we start our trek around the Paine Massif. Head out across ancient glacial moraines on the way to camp Serón. The trail goes through Lenga forests where we can spot some wildlife. The hike today will be around 5 hours. Arrive to Camping Serón where the group will have dinner and rest up for tomorrow.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 2: Welcome Center of Torres del Paine to Camp Serón
Day 4 Day 4: Camp Serón/Lake Dickson Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Camp Serón/Lake Dickson Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Eat an early breakfast before the hike to Lago Dickson, a glacial lake on the edge of the Southern Patagonia Ice Cap. Hike past bright blooming Notro bushes and cross a stream along the lake. A beautiful, leisurely hike that will take around 6 hours today. Arrive at Camping Dickson and opt for a hot shower and a beer as a reward.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 3: Serón Camp to Dickson Camp
Day 5 Day 5: Lake Dickson Camp/Los Perros Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lake Dickson Camp/Los Perros Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Continue along the north side of the park to an incredible lookout point of Lake Dickson and the surrounding valley. Follow the trail through the tall forest to reach another lookout for Perros Glacier, well worth the climb.
Pack up and head out through pristine, old growth beech forest. Look and listen for the red-headed Magellanic woodpecker. Just before we arrive to camp, trek past the Perros glacier and enjoy fantastic close-up views of the ice and the lake. Spend the night camping at the base of Paso John Garner at Los Perros.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 4: Dickson Campsite to Los Perros Campsite
Day 6 Day 6: Los Perros Camp/Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Los Perros Camp/Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Today is the toughest day of the O trek, start with an uphill climb for 2-3 hours, passing over the highest point. The beginning of the trail is through forest, but once you reach 800m of altitude, the path starts to get rocky and may become a little slippery. Take in the first view of Grey Glacier and gaze into the distance to take in its 270km² (104 mi²) spread. Climb vertical ladders and pass a suspension bridge en route to Grey Camp.
This is the biggest day yet as we climb over Paso John Garner and hike down through thick forest directly above the massive Grey Glacier. Once on the pass, look out over rugged, glaciated peaks, and the Southern Patagonia Ice Cap – a view not to be missed! The glacier stretches out below like a giant white highway. To get to the Grey Glacier Camp, there is a big descent of approximately 1700m through the forest.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 5: Los Perros Camp to Grey Glacier Camp
Day 7 Day 7: Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Enjoy the day exploring Grey Lake and Grey Glacier. The spectacular scenery is a highlight of the trek with the back drop of snow-capped mountains and floating pieces of piercing blue glacier. The afternoon is free for resting and exploring the area. Opt for a short trek along the west side of the Grey Glacier.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 8 Day 8: Grey Glacier Camp/Paine Grande Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Grey Glacier Camp/Paine Grande Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Head out on an optional morning kayak on the coast of Lake Grey with amazing views of Grey Glacier and its icebergs. Later, hike along Lake Grey to appreciate different viewpoints of the glacier. Hike to join the famous W Trek and end at Lake Pehoé. Relax at Paine Grande Camp and share trekking stories with the other hikers.
Cross a high plateau overlooking Grey Lake and see icebergs and views across Grey Glacier on the way to Lake Pehoé. Pehoé means "hidden lake" in the Tehuelche language. The afternoon is free to relax at Lodge Paine Grande and enjoy the area. At night, enjoy a pisco sour cocktail in the bar overlooking Paine Grande & Los Cuernos mountains.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 7: Grey Glacier Camp to Paine Grande Camp
Day 9 Day 9: Paine Grande Camp/Cuernos Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Paine Grande Camp/Cuernos Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Hike to the French Valley lookout to see the mountain range spread across the national park, take in the contrasting greens and greys of the landscape.
Continue the trek to the French Valley. Surrounded by hanging glaciers and an amphitheater of granite walls and spires, this is the most beautiful valley in the park and one of the most unique in the world. After, trek out of the valley to the extraordinary turquoise Lake Nordenskjold. After six to eight hours, end the day at Cuernos Camp for dinner and sleep.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 8: Paine Grande Camp to Cuernos Camp
Day 10 Day 10: Lake Nordenskjöld/Puerto Natales (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Lake Nordenskjöld/Puerto Natales (1B, 1L)

The concluding day of the O circuit continues along Lake Nordenskjöld. Take in the final views of Torres del Paine, reflect on the last nine days and relish in the sense of accomplishment before heading back to Puerto Natales.
Trek along Lake Nordenskjöld and below the hanging glaciers of Mount Almirante Nieto, to the reach Hosteria Las Torres, where our van awaits us. Transfer to Puerto Natales.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Torres del Pain Trek Day 9: Cuernos Camp to Hotel Las Torres
Day 11 Day 11: Puerto Natales (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Puerto Natales (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Additional Notes: The airport in Puerto Natales is small with limited flight connections. Many onward flight connections will be through Punta Arenas in Chile or El Calafate in Argentina which would involve taking a public bus or transfer of 3-4 hours, if you are flying out of one of these airports we recommend flying out in the afternoon to allow for travel time.

11 days tour

Torres Del Paine - Full Circuit Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Torres Del Paine - Full Circuit Trek

Day 1: Puerto Natales

Day 2: Puerto Natales/Laguna Azul Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 3: Torres Del Paine/Camp Serón (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 4: Camp Serón/Lake Dickson Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 5: Lake Dickson Camp/Los Perros Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 6: Los Perros Camp/Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Grey Glacier Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 8: Grey Glacier Camp/Paine Grande Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 9: Paine Grande Camp/Cuernos Camp (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 10: Lake Nordenskjöld/Puerto Natales (1B, 1L)

Day 11: Puerto Natales (1B)

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