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5 Day itinerary in Chile, South America

Torres del Paine W Trek 5D/4N (Self-Guided)

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Chile's stunning Torres del Paine National Park with this self-guided trekking tour. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia, exploring iconic trails, pristine lakes, and majestic glaciers. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, this experi... Read More

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Overview

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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Puerto Natales

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Hiking

Adventure

Deals

Nature & Wildlife

Explorer Trips

Start/End

Night

Highlights

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Hike to the base of Torres del Paine and see its high peaks

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Get spectacular views of the French Valley Grey Glacier

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Sleep in camps or refuges amongst superb mountain sceneries

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: Puerto Natales - Torre del Paine, Chile

Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine (L/D)

Receive an induction talk and get your vouchers and map. Then, we will take the 2:30pm bus to Torres del Paine National Park. The trip takes about 2,5 hours (112 kms.). If you want to take advantage of the day and join one of our horseback riding or climbing excursions, make sure you collect your voucher the day before and take the bus that departs from Puerto Natales at 7am. These excursions are not included in the program and require a previous reservation and payment. You will arrive in the afternoon, have dinner and spend the night in the Central Sector. Remember, if you choose the camping option, you will receive all the equipment you need in each campsite.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

place Day 2: Torres del Paine - Central Sector, Chile

Hike to Las Torres Base Lookout Point (B/L/D)
You will depart early to one of the parks iconic landmarks, the Las Torres Base Lookout Point. During the first stretch, you will walk through the pampas, cross the Ascencio River and then climb 3kms. up to Los Vientos Mountain Pass, where you will enjoy amazing views of the valley and lakes. You will continue your hike to the Chileno Mountain hostel and then pass through a lenga beech forest up to La Morrena, where the hardest part of the hike begins. After a short stop you will follow a rock trail to the spectacular Las Torres Base Lookout Point. Later, you will begin the descent to the Central Sector to have dinner and spend the night.


Hike: 8 to 10hrs - 19.5km / Difficulty: High /Altitude Initial: 120m, Highest: 870m

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

place Day 3: Central Sector - Francés Sector, Chile

Francés Sector Hike (B/L/D)
You will walk about 13.5kms. along the shore of Nordenskjöld Lake and beneath Almirante Nieto Hill as well as the striking Cuernos del Paine. During the hike you will enjoy magnificent views of Los Cuernos of the Paine Massif, hanging glaciers, lakes and abundant vegetation and wildlife. You will have dinner and spend the night in the Francés Sector.


Hike: 4.5 to 6.5 hours - 13.5km / Difficulty: Medium / Elevation Gain: 200m

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

place Day 4: Francés Sector - Paine Grande Sector, Chile

Hike Francés Valley (B/L/D)
The day begins with 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. The beauty of the landscape will take your breath away. After a short stop you will begin the descent to the Paine Grande Sector.


Hike: 8 to 10 hours - 20.5km / Difficulty: High / Altitude Initial: 120m, Highest: 762m

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

place Day 5: Paine Grande Sector - 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 (3,050 mts.), 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, where we will see pieces of floating 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: 8 to 10 hours - 22km / Difficulty: High / Altitude Initial: 43m, Highest: 313m

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

What’s Included

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  • Lunch (5)
  • Dinner (4)
  • Breakfast (4)

Activities expand_less

  • Hiking tour
  • Active Adventure

Extras expand_less

  • Torres del Paine National Park entrance fees
  • Welcome Kit: includes sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towel, water bottle (stainless steel), a map and a journal notebook.
  • Mountain hostels include beds with sleeping bag, except at the Central Mountain hostel (fully-made bed, with sheets) and Campsite includes: tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat.

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  • Additional activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • International and/or domestic flights
  • Guide (remember this is an independent trek)
  • Any service not specified in the program

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