Trekking Circuits RATES FOR INTERNATIONAL TOURIST · DIRECT CLIENTS Season 2021-2022 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022
Las Torres Patagonia At the most southern tip of South America, in Chile, lies a hidden outdoor paradise with spectacular natural landscapes, unique wildlife and endless trekking trails – Las Torres Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park. Las Torres is a nature reserve and ecotourism destination that incorporates international certified conservation practices into an epic adventure experience immersed in the heart of nature. Las Torres Patagonia works to protect the natural environment and conserve the local history, cuisine and traditions. The reserve is private and extends for over 10,000 acres, along the Park´s famous trekking trails; the W Circuit and the big O Circuit. Within the reserve we offer: Hotel Las Torres – with traditional horse stables & organic regenerative kitchen garden; and, in 5 different sectors on the trails, we offer Mountain Hostels and fully equipped camping experiences. Our local team at Las Torres Patagonia is waiting to give you a warm welcome and will help make your stay in the Eighth Wonder of the World truly unforgettable.
Contents Map of Hiking Trails and Key Attractions ....................................................................
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Program Summary ..................................................................................................................
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Trail Circuit Distances ...........................................................................................................
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Trekking Circuit - W Classic ............................................................................................... 12 Itinerary ......................................................................................................................... 14 Trekking Circuit - W Express ............................................................................................ 22 Itinerary ......................................................................................................................... 24 Trekking Circuit - Big O Paine ........................................................................................... 30 Itinerary ......................................................................................................................... 32 Optional Services .................................................................................................................... 40 Flexible Booking Policies .................................................................................................... 44 Useful tips for your trip to Torres del Paine ............................................................... 46 Facts about our Welcome Center .................................................................................. 48
Trekking Circuits Welcome to the trekking circuits in Las Torres Reserve, there is no better way to experience the eighth wonder of the world than by doing the famous W and O Circuits in Torres del Paine. Live the most authentic Patagonian experience immersed in nature, staying at our Mountain Hostels, Cabins or fully-equipped Camping, where you will enjoy a hot shower, comfortable night´s sleep and chance to meet other backpackers along the route. The Torres del Paine W Circuit is the most popular hike and includes the must-see attractions like the Torres and Cuernos mountains, Frances Valley and Grey Glacier. It can be hiked in a variety of ways,
adapted to your accommodation preference and time schedule. The O Circuit is a longer trek and offers the opportunity to enjoy the Park from an entirely different perspective, and has the added bonus of empty trails and vast wilderness. Each day of our trekking circuits is a unique experience, offering a wide variety of sights and incredibly beautiful landscapes. Your adventure will take you through woods and valleys, along the shores of lakes, beneath magnificent mountains and stunning glaciers. There really is no better way to connect with nature and feel truly alive and free.
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Chilean Patagonia
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South America, in the centre of Patagonia, you´ll find Torres del Paine National Park. Las Torres lies in he two world famous trekking circuits, the W Circuit (4 to 6 days) and the O Circuit (8 days). It offers a p camping in 5 different sectors along the most popular hiking trails.
COLOR REFERENCE - ICONOGRAPHY Base Torres Trail / 9.4km / 5.8mi
Hotel
Stables
W Circuit / 71km / 44mi
Mountain hostel
O Circuit / 115km / 71mi
Camping
Regenerative Kitchen Garden
Road
Cabin
Navigation
Restaurant
Lookout
WiFi
Wellness Center
Bathroom
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Central Sector
Francés Sector
Chileno Sector
Serón Sector
Cuernos Sector
Program Summary · Season 2021 - 2022 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022
PROGRAM
W Express
W Classic
Big O Paine
Duration
4 days / 3 nights
5 days / 4 nights
8 days / 7 nights
Lodging
3 nights in choice of lodging (Mountain Hostel, Cabin or Fully Equipped Camping)
4 nights in choice of lodging (Mountain Hostel, Cabin or Fully Equipped Camping)
7 nights in choice of lodging (Mountain Hostel, Cabin or Fully Equipped Camping)
Season
October to April
October to April
November to March
Trail Distance
69,5 KM
75,5 KM
127 KM
Self Guided Trekking Circuit Transport All Meals Catamaran Lake Crossing Park Entrance Ticket Welcome kit
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Trail Circuit Distances SECTORS AND LOOKOUTS
DISTANCE
TIME*
5 km
2 hrs
Chileno Sector to Las Torres Viewpoint
4,5 km
1 hr 45 min
Las Torres Viewpoint to Cuernos Sector
18 km
7 hrs 45 min
Cuernos Sector to Francés Sector
3 km
2 hrs
Francés Sector to Británico Lookout
7,5 km
4 hrs
Británico Lookout to Paine Grande Sector
13 km
5 hrs 30 min
Paine Grande Sector to Grey Lookout
6 km
2 hrs
Grey Lookout to Grey Sector
5 km
1 hrs 30 min
Welcome Center to Chileno Sector
*The times on the trail are referencial and depend on the trekker. 09
Premium platform
Spacious Tents for 2 people
Fully equipped and set-up Camping
Shared dining hall
Shared bedrooms
W Classic Circuit
Program / 5 days - 4 nights 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022 Rates in Dollars for International Tourists
A Unique Adventure in Patagonia We invite you to explore Torres del Paine, marvel at the massive granite towers that give the Park its name, hike beneath the breathtaking Cuernos del Paine and take stunning photos in the Frances Valley. Come and be amazed by the incredible Grey Glacier which extends into the horizon and is the final tip of Chilean Patagonia’s Southern Ice Field.
Included
Unforgettable hikes Las Torres Base, Los Cuernos, Francés Valley and Grey Glacier lookout point
Lodging 4 nights (mountain hostel /cabin / camping /hotel)
All meals Breakfast, lunch (box lunch) and dinner
Transport From Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine and back
Navegation Catamaran crossing of Lake Pehóe to Pudeto
Ticket Park entrance fees
Itinerary Day 1: Transport to Torres del Paine, lodging in Central Sector. Day 2: Hike to Las Torres Base, lodging in Central Sector. Day 3: Hike to the Francés Sector, lodging in Francés Sector. Day 4: Hike in the Francés Valley, lodging in Paine Grande Sector. Day 5: Hike to Grey Glacier lookout point, catamaran crossing of Lake Pehóe to Pudeto, transport to Puerto Natales. 12
PRICE IN USD / PER PERSON Fully Equipped Camping
Mountain Hostel*
Hotel*
FROM $915
FROM $1,170
FROM $1,560
Price based on 2 people per tent
Price based on 1 person per room
Price based on 2 people per hotel room and 1 person per mountain hostel room
Includes: all meals, pre set-up mountain quality tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mattress, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
Includes: all meals, comfortable bed in shared room for 6, with sleeping bag and personal locker, hot showers, bathroom, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
Includes first 2 nights in Hotel Las Torres, 3rd and 4th night in Mountain Hostels, Hotel Welcome Kit, transport and Park fees
Single supplement: $65 per program Available 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022
Single supplement $ 215 per program Available 1 November 2021 to 30 April 2022
*NOTE: Refugio Paine Grande operates only with private rooms for 2, 4 or 6 people. Which means that the price of the 4th nights lodging will depend on room availability there, as prices are charged based on room capacity. Let us know if you are interested in coordinating a private bilingual guide service, as an extra.
Los Cuernos
Itinerary: 5 days - 4 nights Day 1: Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine Before the adventure begins, you will get an email with information to help you fully prepare for your Torres del Paine trip. Our sales executives will contact you about the Welcome Kit and vouchers. The day your trip begins you will take the 2:30 p.m. bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park. The journey takes about 2 1/2 hours (112 kms). You will reach the park in the afternoon and have time for dinner before spending the night in the Central Sector. If you prefer to seize the day and enjoy one of our horse-riding or rock-climbing excursions you should take the 7 a.m. bus from Puerto Natales and book these activities beforehand as they are not included in the program. Remember that the camping program includes all the equipment you need.
Departure from 8-10 hours long High-level Starting altitude: 120 amsl Overnight in Puerto Natales 19.5 kms of difficulty Highest altitude: 870 amsl Central Sector (about 2 1/2 hours)
Day 2: Hike to Las Torres Base Viewpoint The day begins with a slowly ascending hike through the Patagonian pampas and begins to steepen as you enter the Ascencio Valley, until you reach Los Vientos Mountain Pass - with its spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and lakes. You will continue hiking, past the Chileno Mountain Hostel and through a native lenga forest before approaching the final stretch of your adventure. This part of the hike takes about an hour and is over rocky terrain, lined with enormous boulders. Awaiting at the end is the most awe-inspiring view of the three iconic granite towers and glacial lagoon.
Las Torres Base
8-10 hours long 19.5 kms
High-level of difficulty
Starting altitude: 120 amsl Highest altitude: 870 amsl
Overnight in Central Sector
Day 3: Hike to Francés Sector Walk along the quiet mount shores of Lake Nordenskjöld, at the base of the magnificent Mount Almirante Nieto and its hanging glaciers. You will be drawn to the beauty of these enormous summits looming over the turquoise lake below and will want to capture the incredible scenery forever in a photo. The lake is surrounded by amazing geographical contrasts, home to many birds, so we recommend you look out for condors overhead. You will then continue along the Arriero River, which offers great places to relax and refill your bottle with fresh running water. Once you reach the highest viewpoint you will be able to see the lake, in its full glory, and the French Glacier hanging from the Paine Grande Mountain.
4.5 - 6.5 hours 13.5 kms
Medium-level Total altitude: 200 mts Overnight in the of difficulty Francés Sector
Francés Sector
Day 4: Hike in the Francés Valley The day begins with a wonderful hike into the Francés Valley. Along the way you will enjoy the peace and quiet of pure nature, be surrounded by majestic mountain peaks and feel totally immersed in wild vegetation. You will savor in the serenity of the forests and the glacial streams, where you can fill your bottle with pure, fresh water. And you will marvel at the majestic Los Cuernos Mountains, looming overhead. The grand finale of this trek is like no other, a lookout with incredible views of the Francés Glacier and the rest of the Paine Massif Mountain Range.
Francés Valley
8-10 hours long 20.5 kms
High-level of difficulty
Starting altitude: 120 amsl Highest altitude: 762 amsl
Overnight in Paine Grande
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Day 5: Hike to Grey Glacier Sector - Pehoé Lake Catamaran Trip - Return to Puerto Natales On the final part of this amazing trekking circuit the trail undulates between rocky areas and native forests that are home to many species of birds. Walking along the base of the Park’s tallest mountain, Paine Grande (3,050mt / 10,000ft), the nonstop views of hanging glaciers spilling over the mountaintop will feel somewhat surreal. Leaving the tree cover, you’ll reach the first
7-8 hours 22 kms
Grey Glacier Lookout
High-level of difficulty
lookout over Lake Grey and slowly start seeing more and more pieces of floating glacier. The larger they get, the smaller you´ll feel. Finally you will see the breathtaking view of Grey Glacier and all her glory. When your adventure comes to an end, a catamaran on Lake Pehoé and a bus will take you to Puerto Natales.
Starting altitude: 43 amsl Highest altitude: 313 amsl
Lake Pehoé Catamaran
Return to Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales
Included • Transport by bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park and back. • 2 nights lodging in Central Sector, 1 night in Francés Sector and 1 night in Paine Grande Sector. Mountain hostels include beds with sleeping bag. Campsite includes: a ready set-up tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat - all mountain standard. • All meals: breakfast, lunch (box lunch) and dinner. Box lunch on return day to Puerto Natales. • Catamaran over Lake Pehoé. • Torres del Paine National Park entrance fees. • A 20% discount in our Wellness Center and 20% discount for our Patagonian barbecue at Hotel Las Torres.
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• Welcome Kit: includes sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towel, stainless steel water bottle, a map and a journal notebook. We will organize passing you this kit in Puerto Natales.
Not included • Tour Guide • Additional services or activities not specified in the program. • Health and travel insurance. • Tips. • Drinks.
Lake Skottsberg Lookout
Sunrise at Las Torres Viewpoint
Cerro Paine Lookout
W Express Circuit
Program / 4 days - 3 nights 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022 Rates in Dollars for International Tourists
A Unique Experience in the Patagonian Wilderness We invite you to experience this shorter version of Torres del Paine´s most popular trekking circuit, where you will still be able to enjoy the iconic highlights of the trail, the Towers, Los Cuernos, the French Valley, the Paine Massif and the stunning Grey Glacier, just in a more compact itinerary.
Included
Unforgettable hikes Las Torres Base, Los Cuernos, Francés Valley and Grey Glacier lookout point
Lodging 3 nights (mountain hostel /cabin / camping /hotel)
All meals Breakfast, lunch (box lunch) and dinner
Transport From Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine and back
Navegation Catamaran crossing of Lake Pehóe to Pudeto
Ticket Park entrance fees
Itinerary Day 1: Transport to Torres del Paine, hike to Las Torres Base, lodging in Central Sector. Day 2: Hike to the Francés sector, lodging in Francés sector. Day 3: Hike in the Francés Valley, lodging in Francés Sector. Day 4: Hike to Grey Glacier lookout point, catamaran crossing of Lake Pehóe to Pudeto, transport to Puerto Natales. 22
PRICE IN USD / PER PERSON Fully Equipped Camping
Mountain Hostel
Hotel
FROM $730
FROM $990
FROM $1,150
Price based on 2 people per tent
Price based on 1 person per room
Price based on 2 people per Hotel room and 1 person per Mountain Hostel room
Includes: all meals, pre set-up mountain quality tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mattress, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
Includes: all meals, confortable bed in shared room for 6, with sleeping bag and personal locker, hot showers, bathroom, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
Includes first 2 nights in Hotel Las Torres, 3rd night in Mountain Hostel, Hotel Welcome Kit, transport and Park fees
Single supplement: $46 per program Available 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022
Single supplement $ 130 per program Available 1 November 2021 to 30 April 2022
If you are interested in coordinating a bilingual private guide service, please contact our sales executives
Francés Valley
Itinerary: 4 days - 3 nights Day 1: Puerto Natales to Las Torres Base Viewpoint Before the adventure begins, you will get an email with information to help you fully prepare for your Torres del Paine trip. The day your trip begins, you will take the 7 a.m. bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park. Once you get to the park, you can start your first trek to Las Torres Base, which begins with a hike through the Patagonian pampas and steepens as you enter the Ascencio Valley giving you spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and lakes. You will continue hiking, past the Chileno Mountain Hostel and through a native lenga forest. This part of the hike takes about an hour and is over rocky terrain, lined with enormous boulders. Awaiting at the end is the most awe-inspiring view of the three iconic granite towers and glacial lagoon.
Departure from 8-10 hours long High-level Starting altitude: 120 amsl Overnight in Puerto Natales 19.5 kms of difficulty Highest altitude: 870 amsl Central Sector (about 2 1/2 hours)
Las Torres Base
Day 2: Francés Sector Hike Walk along the quiet mount shores of Lake Nordenskjöld, at the base of the magnificent Mount Almirante Nieto and its hanging glaciers. You will be drawn to the beauty of these enormous summits looming over the turquoise lake below and will want to capture the incredible scenery forever in a photo. The lake is surrounded by amazing geographical contrasts, home to many birds, so we recommend you look out for condors overhead. You will then continue along the Arriero River, which offers great places to relax and refill your bottle with fresh running water. Once you reach the highest viewpoint you will be able to see the lake, in its full glory, and the French Glacier hanging from the Paine Grande Mountain.
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4.5 - 6.5 hours 13.5 kms
Medium-level of difficulty
Total altitude 200 mts
Overnight in Francés Sector
Day 3: Francés Valley Hike The day begins with a wonderful hike into the Francés Valley. Along the way you will enjoy the peace and quiet of pure nature, be surrounded by majestic mountain peaks and feel totally immersed in wild vegetation. You will savor in the serenity of the forests and the glacial streams, where you can fill your bottle with pure, fresh water. And you will marvel at the majestic Los Cuernos Mountains, looming overhead. The grand finale of this trek is like no other, a lookout with incredible views of the Francés Glacier and the rest of the Paine Massif Mountain Range.
7-8 hours 15 kms
High-level of difficulty
Starting altitude: 43 amsl Highest altitude: 313 amsl
Overnight in Francés Sector
Británico Lookout
Day 4: Hike Grey Glacier Sector - Pehoé Lake Catamaran Trip - Return to Puerto Natales On the final part of this amazing trekking circuit the trail undulates between rocky areas and native forests that are home to many species of birds. Walking along the base of the Park’s tallest mountain, Paine Grande (3,050mt / 10,000ft), the nonstop views of hanging glaciers spilling over the mountaintop will feel somewhat surreal. Leaving the tree cover, you’ll reach the first lookout over Lake Grey and slowly start seeing more and more pieces of floating glacier. The larger they get, the smaller you´ll feel. Finally you will see the breathtaking view of Grey Glacier and all her glory. When your adventure comes to an end, a catamaran on Lake Pehoé and a bus will take you to Puerto Natales.
Pehoé Lake Boat Trip
8-10 hours High-level Starting altitude: 43 amsl Lake Pehoé 31,5 kms of difficulty Highest altitude: 313 amsl Catamaran
Return to Puerto Natales
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Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales
Included • Transport by bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park and back. • 1 nights lodging in Central Sector and 2 nights in Francés Sector. Mountain hostels include beds with sleeping bag. Campsite includes: a ready set-up tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat - all mountain standard. • All meals: breakfast, lunch (box lunch) and dinner. Box lunch on return day to Puerto Natales. • Catamaran over Lake Pehoé. • Torres del Paine National Park entrance fees. • A 20% discount in our Wellness Center and 20% discount for our Patagonian barbecue at Hotel Las Torres.
Francés Glacier
• Welcome Kit: includes sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towel, stainless steel water bottle, a map and a journal notebook. We will organize passing you this kit in Puerto Natales.
Not included • Tour Guide • Additional services or activities not specified in the program. • Health and travel insurance. • Tips. • Drinks.
Guanaco
Big O Paine
Program 8 days - 7 nights 01 November 2021 to 31 March 2022 Rates in Dollars for International Tourists
Enjoy a unique experience and fall in love with extreme Patagonia Dare to enjoy a unique experience in one of the leading hiking circuits in the world: the tour of the Paine Massif, where nature invites you to challenge your body and mind. For 8 intense days you will be amazed by the granite towers that give the park its name, the legendary Francés Valley, or the striking Grey Glacier seen from the John Garner mountain pass where the ice blends into the clouds on the horizon. An experience that will take your breath way.
Included
Unforgettable hikes Glacier lookout, Francés Valley and the famous Las Torres viewpoint
Lodging 7 nights in camping / moutain hostel
All meals Breakfast, lunch (box lunch) and dinner (except in Perros Sector)
Transport From Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine and back
Itinerary Day 1: Transport to Torres del Paine, lodging in Serón Sector. Day 2: Hike to Dickson, lodging in Dickson Sector. Day 3: Hike to Los Perros, lodging in Los Perros Sector. Day 4: Hike to John Gardner mountain pass and Grey Lake, lodging in Grey Sector. Day 5: Hike to Paine Grande, lodging in Paine Grande Sector. Day 6: Hike to Francés Valley, lodging in Francés/Cuernos Sector. Day 7: Hike to Central Sector, lodging in Central Sector. Day 8: Hike to the Base Torres Viewpoint and return to Puerto Natales. 30
Ticket Park entrance fees
PRICE IN USD / PER PERSON Fully Equipped Camping
Mountain Hostel*
Hotel*
FROM $1,362
FROM $1,712
FROM $1,972
Price based on 2 people per tent
Price based on 1 person per room
Price based on 2 people per Hotel room and 1 person per Mountain Hostel room
Includes: all meals (except in Perros Sector), pre set-up mountain quality tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mattress, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
Includes: all meals (except in Perros Sector), confortable bed in shared room for 6, with sleeping bag and personal locker, hot showers, bathroom, Welcome Kit with liner and towel, transport and Park fees
All Inclusive: nights 1 to 6 in Fully Equipped Camping and Mountain Hostels and the last night in Hotel Las Torres; all meals except for Perros Sector, Welcome Kit, transport and Park fees
Single supplement: $160 per program
Only campsite available in Serón and Perros Sectors
Single supplement $245 per program
Available 01 November 2021 to 31 March 2022
*NOTE: Refugios Paine Grande, Dickson and Grey operate only with private rooms for 2, 4 or 6 people. Lodging in these sectors will be charged based on the room capacity. Please check room availability and rates with your executive. Let us know if you are interested in coordinating a private bilingual guide service, as an extra. This Program DOES NOT INCLUDE any type of food in Perros Sector. It operates an external minimarket that sells basic food and beverages.
Hike to John Garner Mountain Pass
Itinerary: 8 days - 7 nights Day 1: Transport to Torres del Paine National Park and Hike to Serón Campsite Before the adventure begins, you will get an email with information to help you fully prepare for your Torres del Paine trip. Our sales executives will contact you about the Welcome Kit and vouchers. The day your trip begins you will take the 7:00 a.m. bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park, which takes about 2 ½ hours.
Departure from Puerto Natales (about 2 1/2 hours)
Paine River
4-6 hours 13 kms
When you arrive at Las Torres, you will pass by the Welcome Center before starting your first hike to the Serón Sector, which will take you through the Enchanted Valley and an old native lenga tree forest. You will notice that the trees are covered by a special kind of lichen, known as “old man’s beard” (barba de viejo), which only grows in the purest of atmospheres.
Medium-level of difficulty
Total altitude 250 mts
Overnight in Serón Campsite
Day 2: Hike to Dickson This long, yet unforgettable day will take you up and down the foothills of the Paine Massif mountain range with magnificent photo opportunities along the way, crowned with fluffy white clouds. To reach the Dickson Sector you will descend down to the shore of Lake Paine to a beautiful green location with stunning views of the surrounding peaks, the campsite and Mountain Hostel.
8-10 hours 19.5 kms
Dickson Sector
High-level of difficulty
Starting altitude: 120 amsl Highest altitude: 870 amsl
Overnight in Sector Dickson
Day 3: Hike to Los Perros Make the most of the shorter trekking day ahead, by waking up early and enjoying the silence by the riverside, while contemplating the clouds passing over the snowy mountain peaks. Once you have absorbed the surrounding scenery, with its hanging glacier, you will be ready to continue on your adventure, taking you through a lenga forest, home to the handsome Magellan woodpecker. On the last stretch of the trail, you will be surprised by Los Perros Glacier hanging above a serene grey lagoon. This program DOES NOT INCLUDE any type of food in this sector. It operates an external service minimarket that sells basic food and beverages.
4-5 hours 9 kms
High-level of difficulty
Total altitude 360 mts
Overnight in Los Perros Campsite
Trail to Los Perros
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Day 4: Hike to Grey Glacier Today will be the hardest and, at the same time, the most rewarding day of the Circuit. You will leave Los Perros campsite early and zigzag through the forest’s humid terrain. You will then ascend a steep, winding, rocky section to reach John Gardner Pass. Once you get there, you will see before you the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, which will take your breath away in an instant, with its irregular peaks and turquoise glacial crevasses.
9-12 hours 15 kms
High-level of difficulty
Total altitude 1.241 mts
Overnight in Grey Sector
Suspension Bridge
Day 5: Hike to Paine Grande Sector This is the part of the Circuit where the “O” meets the “W”. After a few very intense days, today you will enjoy a relaxing walk in the foothills of the mountain, amongst Antarctic beech trees (ñirre), Dombey’s beech (coigüe) and the Chilean firetree (notro). This short, yet gratifying trek will fill your senses and the views of Mount Paine Grande, with the highest peak in the region (3,050m) and its hanging glaciers are just incredible. Once you arrive at the campsite, you can kickback and rest or take a leisurely walk along the shore of Lake Pehoé’s turquoise waters.
Paine Grande Sector 34
4 hours 11 kms
Medium-level of difficulty
Total altitude 388 mts
Overnight in Paine Grande
Day 6: Hike to Francés Valley The day begins with a wonderful hike into the Francés Valley. Along the way you will enjoy the peace and quiet of pure nature, be surrounded by majestic mountain peaks and feel totally immersed in wild vegetation. You will savor in the serenity of the forests and the glacial streams, where you can fill your bottle with pure, fresh water. And you will marvel at the majestic Los Cuernos Mountains, looming overhead. The grand finale of this trek is like no other, a lookout with incredible views of the Francés Glacier and the rest of the Paine Massif Mountain Range.
8-9 hours 20.5 kms
High-level of difficulty
Total altitude 762 mts
Overnight in Francés Sector
Francés Valley
Day 7: Hike to Central Sector You will begin by walking along the Arriero River, which offers great places to relax and refill your bottle with fresh running water. You will be drawn to the beauty of these enormous summits looming over the turquoise lake below and will want to capture the incredible scenery forever in a photo. Lake Nordenskjöld is surrounded by amazing geographical contrasts, home to many birds, so we recommend you look out for condors overhead. You will then continue along the base of the magnificent Mount Almirante Nieto and its hanging glaciers.
Trail to Central Sector
4-5 hours 14 kms
Medium-level of difficulty
Total altitude 200 mts
Overnight in Central Sector
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Day 8: Hike to Base Las Torres The day begins with a slowly ascending hike through the Patagonian pampas and begins to steepen as you enter the Ascencio Valley, until you reach Los Vientos Mountain Pass - with its spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and lakes.
7-9 hours 19.5 kms
Las Torres Base
You will continue hiking, past the Chileno Mountain Hostel and through a native lenga forest before approaching the final stretch of your adventure. This part of the hike takes about an hour and is over rocky terrain, lined with enormous boulders. Awaiting at the end is the most awe-inspiring view of the three iconic granite towers and glacial lagoon.
High-level of difficulty
Total altitude 870 mts
Included • 7 nights of lodging (campsite or mountain hostel).* • Mountain hostels have shared rooms that include made beds in the Grey, Dickson and Central sectors, and a sleeping bag in Francés, Cuernos and Chileno sectors Campsite includes tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat. • Welcome Kit: Includes sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towels, water bottle (stainless steel), a map and a journal notebook. You receive this kit and your program voucher at Fantástico Sur’s o_ce in Puerto Natales. • Torres del Paine National Park entrance tickets. • Transport on regular bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine and back. • A 20% discount in our spa and 20% discount for our patagonian barbecue at Hotel Las Torres.
Los Perros River
• All meals (full board: lunch (IN day), dinner, breakfast and box lunch (OUT day), except in Perros Sector. * You will spend the 5th night in either Francés or Cuernos Sector, depending on the availability at the time of booking.
Not included • Tour Guide. • Any service not specified in the program. • Accommodations in Puerto Natales. • Excursions or additional activities. • Health and travel insurance. • Drinks.
Lake Paine
John Gardner Mountain Pass Lookout
Optional services (additional fee) Half-day excursions
Horseback Riding
At Reserva Las Torres you can enjoy various outdoor activities, such as horseback riding and climbing, with our expert guides:
Climbing
US $110 per excursion / per person, based on 2 people non-commisionable for operators
Duration: 3 to 4 hours Difficulty: basic and intermediate levels.
If you book a half-day excursion before your trekking circuit, you must arrive at the Reserve early in the day and take the 7:30 a.m transport from Puerto Natales
Lodging and other services Additional night based on bed and breakfast in Hotel Las Torres for 2 people in a double room (Canelo room)
Porter service per day
US $235
US $515
Weight: 15 kgs. max.
Additional night in Fully Equipped Camping with meals, per person based on 2 people per tent
Mountain cabin for 2 people in Cuernos Sector. Every cabin has firewood heating and shared bathrooms
US $145
US $180
Make sure you ask for more information about our different excursions! You can book your excursion from 1 November 2021.
Horseback Riding
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Kayaking
Ice Hiking
Rock Climbing
Groups and Departures • Departures for Fully Equipped Camping and Mountain Hostels from 20 October 2021 to 30 April 2022; for Hotel from 1 December 2021 to 30 April 2022. • All programs this season will be self guided. If you wish to organize a private guide, please contact our sales team. There is a maximum of 8 people per guide.
Terms and Conditions • Rack rate per person, based on 2 people minimum / 8 people maximum for private guided option. • According to the Chilean Tax Code, to be exempt from 19% VAT, foreigners must provide the following documents upon check-in: passport and immigration form (given by the Immigration
Office upon arrival in Chile). If the documents are not provided, the tax will be charged in CLP (Chilean Pesos) at the beginning of the program. • Porter Service is available as an additional service.
Considerations • Our team will contact you before leaving for Torres del Paine to send you all the information you will need for your trip. • At Christmas and New Years an extra fee of US $30 will be charged due to a special dinner. • Remember, for every night you stay in one of our accommodations, US $2 is donated to our NGO AMA Torres del Paine. This way we all contribute to the conservation of the Park’s and Las Torres Reserve´s natural and cultural beauty.
Kayaking
Ice Hiking
Paine Massif
Trekking Circuits Direct Clients
These policies apply exclusively for bookings in Las Torres Mountain Hostels and Camping, in the following Sectors: Central, Chileno, Cuernos, Serón and Francés. Confirmation: • All reservations, modifications and cancellations must be confirmed in writing and have a confirmation number. • Booking confirmations will be sent within 24 hours. Contact: For information and reservations contact your sales executive or info@lastorres.com Payments: • Payment of 100% of the reservation must be made within 5 working days of receipt of confirmation. If payment is not received before these deadlines, the reservation will be automatically cancelled. Changes and Cancelations without Charge • You can reschedule a reservation, change the name of a reservation free of charge or cancel a reservation with 100% refund up to: 1. 31 days before the check-in date for accommodation per night. Bookings cancelled 30 days or less before the check-in date will be charged a penalty of 100% of the booking value. 2. 45 days prior to the check-in date for programs, Reservations cancelled 44 days or less prior to the check-in date will be charged a penalty of 100% of the value of the reservation. All changes to bookings, outside the cancellation and payment deadlines, which result in a lower value than the original quote, are non-refundable. If the change of booking generates a higher value than the original quotation, this price difference must be paid.
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Cancellations after the Deadline due to COVID-19 • In case of a COVID-19 outbreak, which implies border closures, closure of Torres del Paine National Park, national quarantine or the client is infected with COVID-19, in any of the cases, a medical certificate or proof of cancellation for Covid-19 reasons will be requested, outside of the established cancellation deadlines, Las Torres Patagonia can offer the following alternatives: - Reschedule the reservation date for a stay until April 2023. - Transfer the reservation to another name. • The cost of entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park included in the Hotel las Torres and Trekking Circuits programs: - Because the entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park must be matched with the personal data of each passenger to an external agency, such as CONAF (National Forestry Corporation), the cost of the entrance fees is non-refundable. - PNTP tickets are not transferable. • The cost of guides and porters in private service are non-refundable and non-transferable. • For programs with 1 or more nights with lodging external to Las Torres Patagonia, the policies of the external suppliers will apply, therefore, for this type of program, the COVID-19 cancellation policy applies partially only to Las Torres Patagonia lodging and services. • If the rescheduling coincides with Christmas (24 December) or New Year’s Day (31 December), an additional fee will be charged. corresponding to the special dinner services for these dates, according to the corresponding values for the 2022-2023 season.
Children (lodging per night): • Camping: 1 child up to 10 years of age can be released in camping sharing the same tent with an adult. This does NOT include free meals and equipment such as sleeping bag/liners/insulation. • Mountain Hostel: children up to 3 years old are released, sharing a bed with a parent, no food or equipment such as sleeping bags or liners are released. Groups: • Programs: For groups of 15 passengers paying for full board programs, 1 additional person is released for meals, i.e. person number 16. Released includes food only, not including accommodation, additional services or equipment. • Lodging per Night: For groups of 15 passengers paying for accommodation, 1 additional person is released in mountain hut, cabin or camping accommodation. In other words, the 16th person is released. Free includes only accommodation in mountain hut, cabin or camping, it does not include free food or additional services. Pre-Rooming: • For groups, a pre-rooming list is requested 60 days before check-in. In the case of camping reservations after this time 50% of the unnamed reservations can be released. NO SHOW: • Check-in is at 15:00 hrs. and check-out at 09:30 hrs. • Guests must arrive at the accommodation before 21:00 hrs. on the date indicated in the reservation. If you do not show up at the indicated time, Las Torres Patagonia reserves the right to charge 100% of the value of the reservation for No Show, and the reservation may be available for sale again. COVID-19 Sanitary Protocols: • Las Torres Patagonia meets the highest standards for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19, see details of Las Torres’ Commitment to Safety and Wellbeing here:
In accordance with current health regulations, a Mobility Pass will be required for both Chileans and foreigners to enter Las Torres Hotel restaurant and bar and the Mountain Hostel restaurants. In addition to this measure, Las Torres Patagonia will require a Mobility Pass to enter the hotel rooms and moutain hostel rooms. This restriction does not apply to camping accommodation. Payment Methods 1. Credit Card: using PayPal, MercadoPago: • Payments with WebPay Plus require Credit Card details. • Payments with Paypal should account online@lastorres.com, confirmation is received.
WebPay Plus and and MercadoPago to be sent to this once the booking
2. Bank Transfer within Chile: • Account name: Servicios Turísticos Fantástico Sur Limitada. • RUT: 78.809.700-K • In Chilean Pesos - Banco Santander 31-80202-4 • In US$ - Banco Santander 51-30002040 3. International Bank Transfer: - via bank in USA: • Name of the Bank: CorpBanca New York Branch • Address: 885 Third Avenue, 33rd floor New York 10022, USA • ABA Number: 026014627 • Swift: Code CONBUS33 • Beneficiarys Name: Servicios Turísticos Fantástico Sur Limitada. • Account Number: 3003067
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USEFUL TIPS
for your trip to Torres del Paine WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT? Each season has its own charm! Torres del Paine National Park is open all year, but the most popular time to visit is between October and April, coinciding with spring and summer in the southern hemisphere. This period is characterized by sunny days, less rain, average
temperatures of around 15°C/59°F and up to 16 hours of natural light. Hotel Las Torres operates between November and April and remains closed during winter.
WHAT TO BRING Come prepared to experience the magic of all four seasons in one day in Patagonia. The weather changes constantly, but there’s nothing like watching the wind sweep away fluffy clouds and reveal a horizon of soaring peaks and heavenly blue skies. We suggest you bring the following on your adventure:
Camera + Charger + Adaptor
Sunglasses with UV protection
Sunscreen Factor 50
Warm hat and cap
Comfortable trekking shoes
Waterproof jacket
Trekking pants with zipper to turn into shorts
Fleece sweater to protect against the wind
Face mask + hand sanitizer Gloves
CURRENCY AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
MOBILE COVERAGE
Please remember that there are no ATMs or exchange offices in the National Park. Prices charged in chilean pesos already include the 19% national tax. The currency used in Chile is the Chilean Peso but we also accept US dollars and credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express).
Shortly after leaving Puerto Natales mobile service will most probably be out of range, however you will find wifi service in each of our accomodation sectors.
VOLTAGE AND POWER PLUGS This is what our power plugs look like. We recommend bringing an adaptor. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
TRAVEL INSURANCE Make sure you bring travel insurance to cover possible medical treatments (including COVID). 46
First layer clothing
BEST SHOTS We recommend you always have your camera ready to capture shots of unique cloud formations, our galloping horses, wild foxes, guanacos, or even pumas that walk by the hotel grounds.
SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION PROJECTS Las Torres Reserve is committed to protecting and preserving the beautiful natural environment in Torres del Paine National Park. In 2004 AMA Torres del Paine, our nonprofit organization, was founded with the mission to lead and participate in scientific investigation, conservation and environmental educational projects. Our philosophy is to give back to nature and maintain it´s pristine state for future generations. Which is why over the last decade our operation has moved from traditional Patagonian cattle ranching to eco-tourism, and nature and culture conservation. Here is some of the work we are involved in: • Las Torres Park Rangers - our private team work to protect and support the visitors to Las Torres Reserve and the Park, together with the team from CONAF, the national park adminisitrator. • Together, we also provide supervision and security for the famous Las Torres trail and lookout, to ensure that all our visitors enjoy a safe experience. • We created a Welcome Center, as a place to receive our guests and visitors, offer information and education about the Park, recomendations and details of our rules and protocols. • Cultivation of an organic (kitchen) garden using regenerative agriculture practices to produce more than 4 tons of fresh fruit and vegetables for the restaurant kitchens and bars, together with 14 tons of organic recycled compost during a typical season. • Waste reduction and recycling program. • Reforestation project - with native lenga trees. • Trail restoration campaigns. • A zero percent plastic policy in our sustainable Bar Pionero which includes the use of self-made copper straws. • Home-made cocktails served in glasses made from recycled glass bottles. • Holistic Grassland Management - Las Torres obtained the Ecological Outcome Verification Certificate. • Forest fire prevention projects. Please let us know if you are interested in more information or in actively participating in any of our projects to preserve our pristine environment... or give back to nature. Learn more at www.lastorres.com and www.amatorresdelpaine.org
Planting Lenga trees
Las Torres Reserve - Welcome Center Our Welcome Center receives visitors when they arrive at Las Torres Reserve. Our modern and cozy design offers:
Coffee shop
Information desk
Mountain gear storage
Bathrooms
Excursions
Bus tickets
Help us take care of Torres del Paine National Park
Take your trash back to the city
Do not feed the animals Respect wildlife
Give way to horses
Take care of nature
Protect our water sources
Use only authorized trails
Respect the signs
Do not hike alone
Respect trail opening and closing times.
PLEASE REMEMBER You must arrive with an accommodation reservation.
CAMPFIRES PROHIBITED
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NO SMOKING
NO LITTERING
OUR SAFETY PROMISE With the wellbeing of our guests and staff in mind, we have aligned all of our services with the highest industry standards to assure a safe experience.
Professional trained staff
Reinforced cleaning, disinfection and sanitation protocols
Protocols for the detection and isolation of COVID-19 cases
Use of latest technology
Social distancing and use of face masks
Digital presentation of information
COVID-19 Sanitary Protocols Las Torres Reserve has implemented all the recommended standards and protocols to protect against COVID-19, here you will find full details of our Cleanliness and Safety Promise:
Cleanliness and Safety Promise
Las Torres Viewpoint
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