Winter Patagonia: Winter Trekking In Torres Del Paine National Park

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN PUERTO NATALES

Stop At: Puerto Natales, Puerto Natales, Magallanes Region
Arrive at the Puerto Natales bus station by 6pm where you will be greeted by your OneSeed guide and taken to our partner B&B. Review the welcome packet and complete a gear check before your welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Inclusions: welcome dinner and accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Dinner: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 2: PUERTO NATALES TO TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK

Stop At: Torres Del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park Chile
Take an early morning van ride (2 hours) from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park. On the way to the park, see stunning views of snow covered mountains and the turquoise lakes and fjords of the region. Hike from the trailhead of Torres del Paine to emerald lake that is the lookout of the Granite Towers. Pass back through Las Torres then catch a ride (1.5 hours) to the Serrano River Valley where you will sleep that night.

Total Hiking: approximately 12.5 miles (20 km) / 7-8 hours of trekking

Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; bus transportation; accommodations, park entry fee
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Basic shared refugio accommodations

Day 3: SERRANO RIVER VALLEY TO REFUGIO PAINE GRANDE

Stop At: Torres Del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park Chile
Rise to the quiet cold mountain air of Patagonia; free from the crowds and pure winter wilderness. Continue through the park and make your way through a snow-covered lenga forest. Catch views of the jagged mountain peaks along the trail to Paine Grande through Las Carretas Trail.

Total Hiking: approximately 12.5 miles (20 km) / 6 hours of trekking

Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Refugio Paine Grande - Basic shared accommodations

Day 4: REFUGIO PAINE GRANDE TO FRENCH VALLEY

Stop At: Torres Del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park Chile
Depart Paine Grande for a stunning day hike to the French Valley. After a steady climb make it to an impressive viewpoint of the French Valley, Cerro Hoja and Cerro Máscara, two of the famous horned peaks. Keep an eye out for condors, fox, and eagles. End your day back at Paine Grande for the night.

Total Hiking: approximately 9 miles (14.5 km) / 9 hours trekking

Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Refugio Paine Grande - Basic shared accommodations

Day 5: REFUGIO PAINE GRANDE TO GREY GLACIER

Stop At: Torres Del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park Chile
Take a day hike to Grey Glacier, an impressive ice field that covers the west end of the park. Enjoy the beauty of Pehoé Lake and Grey Lake as you approach the glacier. Spend a third night at Refugio Paine Grande.

Total Hiking: approximately 7 miles (11.3 km) / 9 hours trekking

Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Refugio Paine Grande - Basic shared accommodations

Day 6: REFUGIO PAINE GRANDE TO PUERTO NATALES

Stop At: Puerto Natales, Puerto Natales, Magallanes Region
Relax and soak in the last winter views of Torres del Paine for the first half of the day. Take the catamaran out of the park across Pehoé Lake. Meet your van and take a scenic ride back to Puerto Natales. Share a farewell dinner with your guide before a restful night at the partner lodge.

Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; accommodations; bus transportation; catamaran ride
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner: Farewell Dinner
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 7: DEPARTURES FROM PUERTO NATALES

Stop At: Puerto Natales, Puerto Natales, Magallanes Region
A OneSeed representative will drive you to the airport for your connecting flight home or to the local bus station.

Inclusions: breakfast; airport or bus station shuttle
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.