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Puerto Natales: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

Puerto Natales: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

Embark on a full-day tour of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the world. Admire the park's blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. Begin your day with a pickup from your accommodation in Puerto Natales. From there, journey to Torres del Paine National Park, passing through blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests produced by the Patagonian wind, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn both the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. See the so-called Cuernos del Paine, from the Serrano and Lago Pehoe sectors, as well as the famous Torres from sectors such as Lago Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga. Depending on weather conditions, take short walks in the Salto Grande sectors (40 minutes, round trip) and the Lago Grey beach (one hour, round trip). Stop for a visit to the main cavern of the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument, which lasts approximately 45 minutes. Afterward, return to Puerto Natales, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation.

Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

Embark on a full-day tour of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the world. Admire the park's blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. Begin your day with a pickup from your accommodation in Punta Arenas. From there, journey to Torres del Paine National Park, passing through blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests produced by the Patagonian wind, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn both the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. See the so-called Cuernos del Paine, from the Serrano and Lago Pehoe sectors, as well as the famous Torres from sectors such as Lago Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga. Depending on weather conditions, take short walks in the Salto Grande sectors (40 minutes, round trip) and the Lago Grey beach (one hour, round trip). Stop for a visit to the main cavern of the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument, which lasts approximately 45 minutes. Afterward, return to Punta Arenas, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation.

Puerto Natales: Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Hike

Puerto Natales: Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Hike

06:30 to 7:00 Pick up at your accommodation for Torres del Paine National Park. We will access Torres del Paine National Park and our hike “Portería - Portería” begins in the National Park access “Portería Laguna Amarga” and finishes in a different one called “Porteria Sarmiento”. Marvel at the Paine Massif and the radiant, blue glacial lakes in a 2 hours hike along the Patagonian steppe. This path is also characterized and attractive for the observation of local wildlife. After 1 hour hike approximately, we will reach a series of cave paintings which date from 10.000 years ago, these were made by the first population that arrived in Patagonia. Afterwards, our transfer will take us to the Nordensköld viewpoint to enjoy the view of the lake of the same name and the East face of the Paine Massif where our local guide will explain the geological characteristics of the Paine mountain range. We will continue our excursion and stop at “Pudeto” area to enjoy the rushing frothing waterfall “Salto Grande”. Immediately after, we will start a 2 hour hike (go and return) to “Mirador Cuernos” (Horns viewpoint), a place of overwhelming beauty and probably one of the most famous spots in Torres del Paine National Park. At Pehoe campsite we will have lunch. And after having some rest and time to enjoy the view of the lake and Condor Lookout. Approximate time of arrival in Puerto Natales: 19:00 hr.

Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Tour from Puerto Natales

Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Tour from Puerto Natales

Depart from Puerto Natales and embark on your full-day adventure to the Torres del Paine National Park. When you arrive in the park, make your first stop in the 1000-year-old Milodón Caves which were created by an enormous natural disaster. Marvel at the incredible anthropological value this site holds, believed to have been inhabited by the first human inhabitants on the continent who sought refuge from the elements and wild animals. Learn about how these prehistoric peoples lived in close proximity to the Milodón, an extinct herbivorous animal. After a 30-minute hike, make another stop at El Castillo Hill where a cafeteria service is available. Listen to an introduction to the Torres del Paine National Park and the area of Laguna Amarga (bitter lagoon). Hear about the spectacular local wildlife that makes its home in the park, including red foxes and condors. A short distance ahead, observe the spectacular views of the Norsdenskjold and Pehoé Lakes as you try to catch a glimpse of guancos (wild Andean llamas) and rheas (related to the ostrich or emu) that inhabit the area. The tour continues with a 10-minute hike to a stunning waterfall called Salto Grande (Big Jump). Watch in wonder as the imposing 10-meter high water flow emerges from Lake Nordenskjöld and impacts with the surrounding landscape. Admire the breathtaking views of the imposing Mirador Cuernos mountain formation in the distance, known for its resemblance to a pair of animal horns.  In the afternoon, continue the trek through the Grey Lake and glacier area. Explore the grey glacier ice floe and enjoy a relaxing walk through the lengas (a native tree to Patagonia) forest then take a well-earned 1.5 hour-break. At the end of your adventure, you will be returned to Puerto Natales and dropped off at the bus terminal or your hotel.

Senderos Aonikenk & Nordenskjold: Guided Hike Trail

Senderos Aonikenk & Nordenskjold: Guided Hike Trail

Rise and shine very early and get the day's adventure under way with a pickup from your accommodaiton. Drive to the Sarmientos gate, located in the eastern sector of the Torres del Paine National Park. Arrive and begin your first hike of the day of 7.2 kilometres, of low/medium intensity, called the Aonikenk Trail (The Aonikenk were the hunter-gatherer ethnic groups that inhabited Patagonia). Walk through the Patagonian steppe, an area of vast plains and small bushes. This is a sector where you will be able to appreciate a diversity of flora and fauna such as guanacos, foxes, Andean condors, and even Puma Concolor. Continue on your journey to the middle of the path where a small cave features a painting that dates back 6500-years. Head back to the Pehoe Campiong which is located in the central sector of the National Park. Enjoy an hour to have lunch with the best postcard view of the Pehoe Lake and the Cuernos del Pais. After your break, head for a short trek to the Pudeto sector where your second hike begins. Spot one of the most famous waterfalls of the National Park called Salto Grande. After a 3km walk, reach the foot of the Nordenskjold Lake. Enjoy a scenic and impressive view of the entire Paine Massif, where you will recognise peaks such as Admiral Nieto, Cuernos, Paine Grande, and Valle del Frances. After taking the necessary photos of this beautiful viewpoint, return to the vehicle along the same path before heading home to Puerto Natales.

Puerto Natales: Tour Package (Full Day + Base Torres + Grey)

Puerto Natales: Tour Package (Full Day + Base Torres + Grey)

Experience the best of Torres del Paine National Park with three unforgettable tours that showcase its most iconic landscapes and adventures. (one tour per day) Begin with the Full Day Torres del Paine Tour, a scenic journey through the park's diverse terrains. Starting early, you'll explore stunning viewpoints like Nordenskjöld and Pehoé Lakes, witness the powerful Salto Grande waterfall, and admire the distant Grey Glacier. Along the way, you'll encounter the park's unique wildlife and take in panoramic views of the majestic Paine Massif. For trekking enthusiasts, the Base Torres Trek is a must-do. This challenging 19.5 km hike takes you through the Ascencio Valley, crossing rivers and forests before ascending a steep moraine. The reward is a breathtaking view of the iconic Torres del Paine, towering above a turquoise glacial lake. This trek is demanding but offers one of the most spectacular sights in Patagonia. Lastly, the Grey Glacier Navigation provides a different perspective as you glide across Lake Grey by boat. Get up close to the towering ice walls of Grey Glacier, part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. You'll witness icebergs floating in the lake and experience the awe-inspiring sight of ice calving into the water, all while learning about the glacier's history and significance. Together, these tours offer a comprehensive exploration of Torres del Paine, blending adventure, breathtaking scenery, and unique insights into one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders.

Puerto Natales: Full Day Aonikenk & Cuernos Lookout Trails

Puerto Natales: Full Day Aonikenk & Cuernos Lookout Trails

Depart from your accommodation in Puerto Natales and head to Torres del Paine National Park. Enter the park through the Laguna Amarga entrance and begin your first hike along the Aonikenk Trail. Explore the Sarmiento entrance area, where you can view a series of rock paintings left by the area’s first human inhabitants. This 3-hour hike offers the chance to observe abundant birdlife and enjoy a stunning view of the Paine Massif with the Paine River and lakes in the distance. Finish your walk at the Laguna Amarga entrance. Proceed to the Pudeto area, where you can witness the impressive Salto Grande, a 12-meter waterfall that drains Lake Nordenskjöld into Lake Pehoé. Start a low-intensity 2-hour round-trip hike through Patagonian steppe terrain, appreciating the diverse birdlife around the trail’s lagoons, until you reach the shores of Lake Nordenskjöld, where the Cuernos Viewpoint is located. Rest while enjoying a superb view of the glacial lake, the Paine Massif, the French Valley, and the iconic Cuernos del Paine in the foreground. Appreciate the region’s distinctive flora, spot local birdlife — with the majestic Condor (Vultur gryphus) as a highlight — and capture the best photographs. After descending from the viewpoint, start your return to Puerto Natales.

2 Days in Patagonia. Torres del Paine and Balmaceda and Serrano Glacier.

2 Days in Patagonia. Torres del Paine and Balmaceda and Serrano Glacier.

Day 1: Depart from Puerto Natales and embark on your full-day adventure to the Torres del Paine National Park. When you arrive in the park, make your first stop in the 1000-year-old Milodón Caves which were created by an enormous natural disaster. Marvel at the incredible anthropological value this site holds, believed to have been inhabited by the first human inhabitants on the continent who sought refuge from the elements and wild animals. Learn about how these prehistoric peoples lived in close proximity to the Mylodon, an extinct herbivorous animal. After a 30-minute hike, make another stop at El Castillo Hill where a cafeteria service is available. Listen to an introduction to the Torres del Paine National Park and the area of Laguna Amarga (bitter lagoon). Hear about the spectacular local wildlife that makes its home in the park, including red foxes and condors. A short distance ahead, observe the spectacular views of the Norsdenskjold and Pehoé Lakes as you try to catch a glimpse of guancos (wild Andean llamas) and rheas (related to the ostrich or emu) that inhabit the area. The tour continues with a 10-minute hike to a stunning waterfall called Salto Grande (Big Jump). Watch in wonder as the imposing 10-meter high water flow emerges from Lake Nordenskjöld and impacts with the surrounding landscape. Admire the breathtaking views of the imposing Mirador Cuernos mountain formation in the distance, known for its resemblance to a pair of animal horns. In the afternoon, continue the trek through the Grey Lake and glacier area. Explore the grey glacier ice floe and enjoy a relaxing walk through the lengas (a tree native to Patagonia) forest then take a well-earned 1.5 hour-break. At the end of your adventure, you will be returned to Puerto Natales and dropped off at the bus terminal or your hotel. Day 2: We invite you to discover the incredible world of the fjords. On the way you will be able to appreciate native flora and fauna, visit the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers and enjoy a delicious Whiskey on the rocks. 07:00 Presentation in Puerto Natales or Puerto Bories. 08:00 Navigation from Puerto Bories to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, through the Ultima Esperanza Fjord, sighting of beautiful mountains, waterfalls, ranches and Patagonian bird life. 10:45 a.m. Balmaceda Glacier View 11:00 Hike to the Serrano Glacier Viewpoint in the Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. 12:30 p.m. Return from Serrano Glacier to Estancia Perales, Whiskey aperitif with ancient ice five pm Arrival in Puerto Natales approximately

3 Days in Patagonia. Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno and Balmaceda Glacier.

3 Days in Patagonia. Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno and Balmaceda Glacier.

Day 1: Depart from Puerto Natales and embark on your full-day adventure to the Torres del Paine National Park. When you arrive in the park, make your first stop in the 1000-year-old Milodón Caves which were created by an enormous natural disaster. Marvel at the incredible anthropological value this site holds, believed to have been inhabited by the first human inhabitants on the continent who sought refuge from the elements and wild animals. Learn about how these prehistoric peoples lived in close proximity to the Mylodon, an extinct herbivorous animal. After a 30-minute hike, make another stop at El Castillo Hill where a cafeteria service is available. Listen to an introduction to the Torres del Paine National Park and the area of Laguna Amarga (bitter lagoon). Hear about the spectacular local wildlife that makes its home in the park, including red foxes and condors. A short distance ahead, observe the spectacular views of the Norsdenskjold and Pehoé Lakes as you try to catch a glimpse of guancos (wild Andean llamas) and rheas (related to the ostrich or emu) that inhabit the area. The tour continues with a 10-minute hike to a stunning waterfall called Salto Grande (Big Jump). Watch in wonder as the imposing 10-meter high water flow emerges from Lake Nordenskjöld and impacts with the surrounding landscape. Admire the breathtaking views of the imposing Mirador Cuernos mountain formation in the distance, known for its resemblance to a pair of animal horns. In the afternoon, continue the trek through the Grey Lake and glacier area. Explore the grey glacier ice floe and enjoy a relaxing walk through the lengas (a tree native to Patagonia) forest then take a well-earned 1.5 hour-break. At the end of your adventure, you will be returned to Puerto Natales and dropped off at the bus terminal or your hotel. Day 2: We invite you to discover the incredible world of the fjords. On the way you will be able to appreciate native flora and fauna, visit the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers and enjoy a delicious Whiskey on the rocks. 07:00 Presentation in Puerto Natales or Puerto Bories. 08:00 Navigation from Puerto Bories to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, through the Ultima Esperanza Fjord, sighting of beautiful mountains, waterfalls, ranches and Patagonian bird life. 10:45 a.m. Balmaceda Glacier View 11:00 Hike to the Serrano Glacier Viewpoint in the Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. 12:30 p.m. Return from Serrano Glacier to Estancia Perales, Whiskey aperitif with ancient ice. 5 pm Arrival in Puerto Natales approx. Day 3: Check-in time: 6:20 a.m. (Prat 236 Office). Bus departure time: 6:45 a.m. Arrival at Perito Moreno Glacier: 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Depends greatly on the border) Departure from Perito Moreno Glacier: 4:15 p.m. Arrival in Puerto Natales: 10:30 p.m. Passenger drop-off location: Plaza de Armas

Puerto Natales: Private Full Day Torres + Milodon Cave

Puerto Natales: Private Full Day Torres + Milodon Cave

Embark on a full-day tour of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the world. Admire the park's blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. Begin your day with a pickup from your accommodation in Puerto Natales. From there, journey to Torres del Paine National Park, passing through blue and turquoise steppes and lakes, twisted forests produced by the Patagonian wind, and rivers and waterfalls that adorn both the Grey Glacier and the "Paine" mountain range. See the so-called Cuernos del Paine, from the Serrano and Lago Pehoe sectors, as well as the famous Torres from sectors such as Lago Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga. Depending on weather conditions, take short walks in the Salto Grande sectors (40 minutes, round trip) and the Lago Grey beach (one hour, round trip). Stop for a visit to the main cavern of the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument, which lasts approximately 45 minutes. Afterward, return to Puerto Natales, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation.

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5 out of 5 stars

There were lots of good photo opportunities for the wonderful views and our guide spoke good English and was very knowledgeable and helpful. The minibus was comfortable enough, if a little cramped. We had a good driver. The lunch stop at 3pm, right at the end of the sightseeing, seemed a little silly, rather than say around 1pm, especially as we had been told to bring a packed lunch, which most of us did. All in all reasonable value for money and fascinating sights.

5 out of 5 stars

I had to cancel the W trek due to injury of my hiking partner so I booked this one day hike. It was excellent! I saw some really beautiful areas and the guide, Francisco, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. There were 2 guides for 9 people so it's possible to walk at your own pace, for example up the steep hill (which you can miss if not very fit, and just relax beside the beautiful lake). It was a great day!

5 out of 5 stars

The trip was great. It is long and there are no food stops, so be prepared. The sights are amazing. The driver was very good navigating through 60mph winds on narrow roads.

5 out of 5 stars

Everything was even better than the photos and description... totally worth it, Matias was an excellent guide

5 out of 5 stars

The guides and views from the hikes were great. Felipe and Matias were excellent