4 Day itinerary in Chile, South America
Embark on an unforgettable self-guided adventure through Patagonia with exhilarating hikes, breathtaking views of the iconic Torres del Paine, and pristine natural beauty. Discover scenic trails, stunning glaciers, and diverse wildlife in this immersive trekking experience. Perfect for nature enthus... Read More
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Be amazed by the stunning shapes of the Francés Valley
Walk alongside the breathtaking Cuernos del Paine
Discover glaciers, lakes, and the abundant local vegetation and wildlife
Be amazed by the stunning shapes of the Francés Valley
Walk alongside the breathtaking Cuernos del Paine
Discover glaciers, lakes, and the abundant local vegetation and wildlife
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Day 1: Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine, Chile
Puerto Natales to Las Torres Base Lookout Point (L/D)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Torres del Paine, Chile
Francés Sector Hike (B/L/D)
You will walk about 13,5kms. along the shore of Nordenskjöld Lake and beneath Almirante Nieto mountain as well as the striking Cuernos del Paine. During the hike you will enjoy magnificent views of Paine Massif ́s horns (Los Cuernos), hanging glaciers, lakes and abundant vegetation and wildlife. You will have dinner and spend the night in the Francés or Cuernos Sector.
Hike: 4.5 to 6.5 - 13.5km / Difficulty: Medium / Elevation Gain: 200m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Torres del Paine, Chile
Cuernos / Francés Sector Hike (B/L/D)
The day begins exploring 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 2kms) 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 Paine Grande, Catedral, Hoja, Máscara, Espada, Aleta de Tiburón, and Cuerno del Norte mountains. After this spectacle, following this magnificent experience you will begin the descent to the Francés Sector.
Hike: 7 to 9 hours - 17.5km / Difficulty: High / Altitude Initial: 120m, Highest: 762m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Torres del Paine - Puerto Natales, Chile
Hike Grey Glacier Sector - Pehoé Lake Boat Trip - Return to Puerto Natales (B/L)
Today, you will reach the third milestone on the circuit, the magnificent Grey Glacier.
The trail goes around Paine Grande, the highest peak in the mountain range (3,050m), with incredible views of its hanging glaciers. Walking amidst Antarctic beech trees (ñirre), Dombey's beech (coigüe) and Chilean firebush (notro), you will reach the first lookout point over Grey Lake, from where you will have an awe-inspiring view of the Glacier. We will continue walking in the direction of the imposing Grey Glacier until we reach the Grey Mountain Refuge. After a short stop we will return to the Paine Grande Sector and take the 6:30pm catamaran to Pudeto. You will be met by the bus that will take you to Puerto Natales.
Hike: 6 to 8 hours - 19km / Difficulty: High / Altitude Initial: 43m, Highest: 313m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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