Torres Del Paine O Circuit

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Day 0 – Meeting in Puerto Natales

In the late afternoon you meet our trekking guide for a detailed briefing about the next trekking days (accommodation in Puerto Natales not included in the trip price).

Day 1 – Torres del Paine National Park – Trek to Camp Serón
In the morning you take a private transfer to the Torres del Paine National Park and will see some of the native wildlife of this fantastic region like Guanacos and Ñandus. Driving time 2-3 hours, driving distance approx. 130 km. In the afternoon your first guided hike leads you to Campamento Seron. Depending on the weather and season you will spot varios birds and plants like the Palomita (a white orchid). Appr. walking time: 4-5 hours, walking distance: 12 km (7,5 miles), elevation gain of approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) ascent and approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) descent. You spend the night in our tents with unobstructed views of the starry sky on campsite Seron. Meals included: box lunch / dinner.

Day 2 – Trek to Camp Dickson
Today you hike along Lago Paine and Rio Paine to the wonderful Refugio and Campamento Dickson. Near the camp you will get a picturesque view on the enclosing Dickson Glacier. There will be enough time to enjoy this inviting campsite while sitting together and sharing your overwhelming impressions. Appr. walking time: 6-7 hours, walking distance: 18,5 km (11,5 miles), elevation gain of approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) ascent and approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) descent.  Overnight: in tents on campsite Dickson. Meals included: breakfast / box lunch / dinner.

Day 3 – Trek to Camp Perros
You leave the camp on Lago Dickson and walk through a mystic Magellan forest of Southern beech trees to reach your next camp. Campamento Los Perros is fabulously situated at the edge of a forest and glacier of the same name. Appr. walking time: 4-5 hours, walking distance: 9,5 km (5,9 miles), elevation gain of approx. 400 m (1,300 ft) ascent. Overnight: in tents on campsite Los Perros. Meals included: breakfast / box lunch / dinner.

Day 4 – Trek Paso John Garner – Camp Grey
Today you probably face the most exhausting but most impressive part of the tour. You leave the camp Los Perros and hike uphill to the Paso John Garner where you can admire a striking view over the Southern Patagonian Ice field. Altitude Paso John Garner: 1250m. Afterwards you scale down along the impressive Grey Glacier to your next camp. Appr. walking time: 8-10 hours, walking distance: 22 km (13,7 miles), elevation gain of approx. 800 m (2,600 ft) ascent and approx. 1,300 m (4,300 ft) descent. Overnight: in tents on campsite Grey. Meals included: breakfast / box lunch / dinner.

Day 5 – Optional Kayak-tour or Ice hike – Trek to Camp Paine Grande
In the morning you can choose an optional 3 hours day kayak excursion on the Lago Grey along the icebergs of the Grey Glacier or an optional 4-5 hours ice hike on Glacier Grey (extra costs per person; we highly recommend to make your reservation as early as possible) - or enjoy some free time to relax. In the afternoon you hike along Lago Grey to the black lagoon (Laguna Negra) while exploring and learning about the surrounding nature. From there, you walk down to the camp Paine Grande that is beautifully located at the turquoise colored Lago Pehoe. Appr. walking time: 4-5 hours, walking distance: 12 km (7,5 miles), elevation gain of approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) ascent and approx. 350 m (1,150 ft) descent. Overnight: in tents on campsite Paine Grande. Meals included: breakfast / box lunch / dinner.

Day 6 – Hike to the French Valley

Starting from Camp Paine Grande, you walk along the splendorous Lago Skottsberg to Campamento Italiano. Subsequently you move towards the French valley and its viewpoint “Mirador” where you gain deep insight into the mountains. With a bit of luck you witness ice cracking off the Paine Grande (3,050m) sounding like a roaring thunder. After 6-7 hours of walking you come back to Camp Paine Grande on Lago Pehoe. Walking distance: 18 km (11 miles), elevation gain is about approx. 600 m (1,950 ft) ascent and approx. 600 m (1,950 ft) descent. Overnight: in tents on campsite Paine Grande. Meals included: breakfast / box lunch / dinner. 

Day 7 – Panorama boat trip – Trek to the Torres del Paine Granite Needles – Puerto Natales

In the morning you cross Lake Pehoe with the catamaran (approx. 30 min) and continue your journey in a private transfer to the Las Torres sector (approx. one hour panoramic trip).

Afterwards, you will hike to get an excellent view on the no. 1 highlight: The famous Torres Towers. At first it leads you up to the Ascencio Valley where you take a break at the Refugio Chileno next to the lovely Ascencio River. After 2+ hours and a tough ascent you are rewarded for your efforts: You will stand in front of the impressive Needles with a green lagoon lying at your feet. Altitude Las Torres Lookout: 900m (2,950 ft). Appr. walking time: 8 hours, walking distance: 21 km (13 miles), elevation gain of approx. 950 m (3,120 ft) ascent and approx. 950 m (3,120 ft) descent.

After this challenging hike you take our private transfer back to Puerto Natales and say goodbye to our local trekking guide (driving time 2 hours, driving distance approx. 130 km). Arrival at the hotel / guesthouse between 9pm and 10pm. Meals included: breakfast / 2 x box lunch (accommodation in Puerto Natales not included in the trip price).