Things to do in Torres del Paine

Begin your tour with pick-up from your accommodation, then set off for Torres del Paine National Park. Upon arrival, enter the park through Laguna Amarga gate, where you will enjoy an excellent view of the iconic Paine towers. As you travel through the park, take in the wide variety of native flora and fauna. Make several stops at key viewpoints to fully appreciate the unique landscapes and the impressive magnitude of the Paine Massif from different angles. Around Midday, stop for lunch before continuing on to Grey Lake. If weather conditions permit, enjoy a 1-hour hike along Grey Lake Beach. From this part of the park, you can admire the western face of the Paine Massif and the vivid blue tones of Grey glacier's ice from a distance. After your adventure in the park, begin the return journey to Puerto Natales, makin a stop at the Milodon Cave Natural Monument, a site dating back to the Pleistocene era. Expect to arrive back in the city between 17:00 and 18:00 hrs.

Go a full-day 18 km trek and discover the breathtaking scenery leading to the granite pillars of Torres del Paine National Park, including the Lake Nordenskjöld and the Almirante Nieto Mountain. Pick up at your accommodation between 6:15 6:45 in Puerto Natales and drive towards Torres del Paine National Park, your trek starts at the gateway just before Hotel Las Torres beginning with a downhill walk towards the Valle del Ascencio, until reaching El Chileno Mountain Lodge. The trial continues through a Millenial Lenga forest until the base of the rock formation where you will begin the challenging ascent to the base of Torres del Paine for panoramic views of Torre Sur, Torre Central, Torre Norte and Cerro Nido de Cóndor. Once you are done sightseeing and enjoying the beauty that Torres Del Paine has to offer, walk down to Hotel Las Torres. From there which you can relax and rest your legs as you are driven back to the hotel in Puerto Natales around 21:00 – 21:30 hrs.

Set off on a captivating 3-hour journey on Grey Lake in Torres del Paine National Park. Admire a unique combination of floral landscapes, lush greenery, and imposing mountains. After 1 hour of navigation through beautiful scenery, arrive at the front wall of the Grey Glacier, the most significant glacier in Torres del Paine. Once there, marvel at a glacier over 25-meters (82-feet) tall, full of amazing colors, shapes, and mysterious sounds that come from the inside. Feel overwhelmed by nature at its most spectacular during this unforgettable experience. Soak it all up with an included pisco sour onboard. The ship has a main cabin for 98 passengers and an outside deck to enjoy the outdoors. The boat and its crew comply with all the requirements of the maritime authority, which includes 4 life rafts with capacity for 35 and 25 passengers each, plus a boat with an outboard motor for up to 20 passengers.

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from El Calafate to the legendary Torres del Paine National Park in Chile—one of South America’s most iconic natural treasures. This scenic and immersive experience is perfect for travelers eager to explore glaciers, turquoise lakes, waterfalls, and the famous Cuernos del Paine peaks. Your journey begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in El Calafate, heading southwest toward the Argentine-Chilean border. After passing through immigration and customs, you’ll meet your Chilean guide and continue the final 80 km drive into the national park. As you approach the park, the landscapes shift dramatically—glacial lakes, snowcapped peaks, and wildlife like guanacos and condors begin to fill the horizon. The first stop is at the Lago Sarmiento viewpoint, followed by the powerful Saltos del Río Paine, and a stop at the upper viewpoint of Cerro Almirante Nieto and the Cuernos del Paine, near the entrance to Laguna Amarga. Once inside the park, receive your boxed lunch and get ready for a series of short, low-difficulty hikes. Begin with a trail from Salto Grande that leads to the Mirador de Los Cuernos, located along the shores of the stunning Lake Nordenskjöld—a perfect spot for panoramic photos. The tour continues to Lake Pehoé, your final viewpoint, where you’ll have a spectacular view of the Cuernos del Paine and the entrance to the French Valley, two of the park’s most iconic features. As the day winds down, begin your journey back to El Calafate, enriched with stories from your guide about the geology, wildlife, and cultural history of this incredible region. This full-day excursion is ideal for those who want to see the best of Torres del Paine in one day, with the comfort of guided transport, curated stops, and incredible vistas throughout.

PICK UP BETWEEN 6:15 AND 6:45 AM Following a 2-hour drive you will arrive to Hotel las Torres. Following a safety briefing from your guide, the excursion will begin. The track takes you up into the Asencio River Valley, and 2 hours later you will arrive in El Chileno, a camping site where your hike will continue through a dense forested area. There you can also admire a small stream which flows from the Almirante Nieto peak. The path brings you to a moraine, where the slope steepens until the Paine Towers viewpoint, which sits at 890 meters above sea level. At the viewpoint you will enjoy incredible views of the three towers, and will also have some time to have lunch and rest for your return journey. If weather conditions permit it, you will be able to observe one of the most spectacular views worldwide. You will return along the same path to “Centro de Bienvenida”, where your bus will be waiting. Your approximate time of arrival back to Puerto Natales is 9:30PM aprox, depending on the group. Trekking shoes are mandatory

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Torres del Paine National Park on a full-day tour from Punta Arenas. This tour, available every day of the year, includes guided visits and short walks to the park's most iconic attractions. Begin your adventure with a visit to the Milodon Cave, home to the remains of the mythical Milodon. Continue to Grey Beach, where you can marvel at icebergs scattered along the shore. Next, enjoy panoramic views from the Pehoé viewpoint and take a walk in the Salto Grande sector to witness the stunning waterfall. The tour also includes a visit to Nordenskjold Lake, offering spectacular views of the Paine mountain range. Conclude your journey with a unique view of the Torres at Laguna Amarga. Torres del Paine National Park, founded in 1959 and declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978, is one of the 11 protected areas in the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica region. Covering 51% of the region's total area, the park is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. The tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation in Punta Arenas, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this natural wonder.

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.

06:30 to 07:00 hrs: Pick up at your accommodation in Puerto Natales to begin the excursion to Torres del Paine National Park. Upon entering the park, we will start our hike along the Aonikenk Trail, which begins at the Sarmiento Lake entrance. This approximately 2-hour hike trough the Patagonian steppe offers sweeping views of the Paine Massif and vibrant blue glacial lakes. This trail is ideal for spotting local wildlife such as guanacos and native birds. After about an hour of walking, we will visit an archaeological site with featuring cave paintings over 10,000 years old, created by the region's earliest inhabitants. Next, we will head to the Pudeto area, where we'll stop to admire the impressive Salto Grande waterfall. From there, we will begin a round-rip hike of approximately 2 hours to the Cuernos viewpoint, one of the park's most iconic landscapes. Afterwards, we will return to our campsite for lunch and a short rest, enjoying stunning views of the Paine Massif. In the afternoon, we will hike to the Condor Lookout, a moderately steep ascent of about 2 hours (round trip) reaching an altitude of 350 meters above the sea level. From the top, you'll enjoy panoramic viewa of Paine Grande, the French Valley, the Cuernos del Paine and Pehoé Lake. Along the way, it's common to see the park's distinctive flora and fauna. Around 19:00 hrs: Return to Puerto Natales.

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.

What Our Program Includes Two (2) nights stay in Puerto Natales near Garden Domes in Tiny Houses accomodation (Share Dome Room or Cabin 6 or 4 bed depend on availability) 1 Night in Laguna Amarga in Tiny House (4 bed 1 shared bathroom) with view to the Bases near to Torres del Paine National Park 1 night t Paine Grande Camping accomodation Three (3) days hiking at Torres del Paine National Park Base of the Tower Trek or a light trekking equivalent (group tour). A trekking guide for the first day of the trek to the base of the towers French Valley Hike, with private transfer, Boat Ticket from Pudeto to Paine Grande Grey Glacier Hike, with Catamaran boat ticket from Paine Grande to Pudeto and then a Bus Ticket going back to Puerto Natales Trek briefing with welcome dinner and drinks Pizza night, on your last night with us at Garden Domes Breakfast (american), boxed lunch, and dinner. Starting with dinner on day 1 and ends with breakfast on day 5. Chiletour private van transfer into the park for day 1 and 2. Trekking poles for the first day of trekking and free luggage storage at Garden Domes in Puerto Natales IMPORTANT NOTE: In October and April (Third day of hiking) the 10:30 am catamaran connecting Pudeto with Paine Grande is used. Day 1: Arrival Day Fly into either Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas or El Calafate (arrival at Calafate should be at least a day earlier). Bus Transfer to Puerto Natales. Welcome dinner & drinks followed by a W Trek briefing. Stay at Tiny House (Share Dome Room or Cabin 6 or 4 bed depend on availability ) Day 2: Private transfer to Torres del Paine National Park. Trek to Base Torres (18km, 7-8 hours trekking) with our tour guide and small group. After the hike you will be staying in Laguna Amarga in Tiny House (4 bed 1 shared bathroom) with view to the Bases near to Torres del Paine National Park Day 3: French Valley Hike. After an early morning breakfast our driver will bring you to Pudeto where you will connect to the boat at Pudeto so you can begin your hike to the scenic valley. You will be staying at Paine Grande for the night. Day 4: Grey Glacier day hike. After the hike, you will again take the ferry to connect to your bus at Pudeto. This night you will stay again at our Tiny House (Share Dome Room or Cabin 6 or 4 bed depend on availability ) in Puerto Natales. There will be dinner afterwards at our restaurant in town. Day 5: Departure Day.