About the tour
Starts
Ends
Balmaceda, Chile
Punta Arenas, Chile
Highlights
Traverse Patagonia from the remote northern part to the south
Trek the spectacular ‘W’ Trek in Torres del Paine National Park
Ascend to the base of Torres del Paine for one of the most unforgettable mountain views in the world
Travel from Argentina to Chile via a little known route, crossing lakes and rivers by boat
Marvel at the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier
Itinerary
Patagonia’s raw beauty is yours to explore on the Great Patagonian Traverse, a challenging 15-day trekking journey from Balmaceda to Punta Arenas. Tailor-made for experienced hikers, this trip crosses pristine national parks in both Chile and Argentina, traversing the Southern Patagonian Ice Cap, Los Glaciares National Park, and Torres del Paine. Highlights include remote hikes near Lago General Carrera, a rare border crossing at Laguna del Desierto, and classic treks beneath Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy. The adventure culminates with the legendary ‘W’ trek in Torres del Paine, including hikes into the Grey, French, and Ascensio Valleys. The hallmark of this tour is its ambitious, off-the-beaten-path itinerary, offering unparalleled access to Patagonia’s wildest frontiers for seasoned trekkers who crave a mix of iconic sights and seldom-trodden routes.
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Customer Reviews
Outstanding scenery and natural beauty, but the trip was somewhat marred by lack of planning and clarity on changes to the advertised schedule, along with over reliance on tents when the trip notes say refuge or camping, as opposed to just camping. Single supplement should also be retitled partial single supplement.
Overall an amazing trip covering many different landscapes. Camping and hiking were great.
Fantastic trip. Some of our party paid single supplement but had to share some nights. Advice on currency could be improved. And advice on provision for all the other tipping required - drivers and additional guides.
The scenery in Patagonia is amazing. Every part of this trip exceeded my expectations. It is not an easy trip, but the difficulty in getting to these places, was more than worth it. I love being out in nature and experiencing all different kinds of weather And Patagonia certainly delivered.
Fantastic trip covering much of Patagonia . Guides were excellent, and organisation exemplary. A wonderful experience.
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