Patagonia: Torres del Paine Classic W Trek

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6 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

14 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Puerto Natales, Chile

Ends

Puerto Natales, Chile

Highlights

Trek the W Trek in Torres del Paine National Park West to East, saving the crown jewel (the three peaks of Torres del Paine) for last. What a way to cap off the perfect active trip!

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Chilean Patagonia – one of the most incredible landscapes on Earth with its vast mountain ranges, glacial lakes, grasslands and beech forests.

Explore French Valley, Lake Grey and the famous Towers of Blue (Torres del Paine) on an actioned-packed multi-day trek trip. This part of the world is widely considered one of the best for hiking and trekking.

Trek past the most beautiful waterfalls and glaciers of Torres del Paine National Park and spot wildlife like guanacos, flamingos, foxes, Andean condors and rhea birds along the way.

Witness this raw, untamed landscape on a low-altitude trek that takes you through a designated UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

Itinerary

Torres del Paine National Park’s rugged grandeur comes alive on this challenging six-day trekking adventure—crafted for those seeking a true test of endurance. Traverse the world-renowned W Trek, passing through rolling grasslands, turquoise lakes, and dramatic peaks like Los Cuernos and the iconic Towers of Blue. Stay in cozy mountain refugios and keep watch for Andean condors and wild guanacos. The trip’s unique selling point: the opportunity to conquer one of the world’s most stunning multi-day treks, surrounded by Patagonia’s untamed beauty.

day 1 - Puerto Natales

Bienvenidos! Welcome to Puerto Natales, in Chilean Patagonia. This port city is famously the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park – the centre of your trekking trip. If you arrive early, see the city on foot, taking in the snow-capped mountainous horizon, or maybe pop into the Municipal Historical Museum in the city centre to brush up on some local history. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight with your group. After, you may want to head to a restaurant or bar to get to know your fellow trekkers a little better and taste some classic Patagonian flavours.

included:Full W Trek guided hike West to East

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 2 - Torres del Paine National Park Lake Grey

After breakfast, take a transfer from the hotel to the Grey Sector of the W Circuit in wild Patagonia. This is the most famous and well-travelled hiking trail in the park because although it can be challenging, the trail can be completed by anyone of any fitness level (as long as you are reasonably active and able to walk long distances). From your starting point, the path is quite flat for the first hour, passing through beech-lined woods and crossing over some small streams. Along the way, you’ll have multiple opportunities to see Lake Grey, with its electric-blue icebergs that jut from the water. As you start to ascend, you’ll see the Grey Glacier in the distance. Along the way, stop for a packed lunch, where you can keep your eye out for the Patagonian fox and the Andean condor. Eventually, make your way downhill once more and reach your accommodation for the night – Refugio Paine Grande. Refugios are backcountry huts or lodges that are along the trail, with full-service kitchens, beds and bathrooms. After a nice warm shower, cap off your first day with a group dinner.

included:Paine Grande overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped), Lake Grey boat ride, Grey Trek guided trek

accommodation:Paine Grande

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 3 - Torres del Paine National Park French Valley

After breakfast at your Refugio, you’ll embark on a full-day trek through the French Valley. From here, the well-trodden path leads towards the jagged peaks of the Cuernos of Paine. Passing through woods and over small streams, you’ll have a beautiful view of Lake Nordenskjold. You’ll arrive at a rickety-looking hanging bridge, like something out of an Indiana Jones movie (don’t worry, it’s completely safe). Head on into the French Valley, where your path is a steady, uphill trail that reaches an altitude of around 900 m. If the weather is clear, the views are spectacular. After traversing rivers and forests of beech trees (or lenga trees), the skyline is dwarfed by towering granite spires and the famed Paine Grande – the highest mountain peak in the park, sitting at 3050 m above sea level. The return trek (along the breathtaking Lake Nordenskjold) will eventually lead you to your accommodation and dinner spot for the night – Refugio Domos Frances.

included:French Valley guided trek, Frances overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped)

accommodation:Domos Frances

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 4 - Torres del Paine National Park Lake Nordenskjold

Pack up your gear ready for another beautiful day. Today’s trek passes through beech tree woodlands and continues along the northern shore of Lake Nordenskjold, with its amazing dark-blue hues. On your left, the incredibly tall granite spires of Los Cuernos del Paine (The Horns of Blue) impose on your track. The Horns are one of the distinctive features of the park and part of the overall Paine massif – which sits within the heart of the southern Andes. Along today’s trail, look out for grazing guanacos, swooping eagles, Magellanic ducks and the diverse flora of the area. On the lake, you may even see black-necked swans and pink flamingos! Today’s hike will come with a fair few rolling hills and potentially steep climbs, but after every incline, you’ll be met with stunning scenery that reminds you why you’re there. Tonight, you’ll arrive at Refugio Torre Central where you’ll enjoy a group dinner and a restful night’s sleep under the stars.

included:Central Valley guided trek, Central overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped)

accommodation:Torre Central

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 5 - Torres del Paine National Park Base Las Torres

Arise nice and early, ready for your last full day of trekking this spectacular trail. Once you turn the final bend of today’s hike, you’ll witness the spectacle of the giant towers of Torres del Paine (Towers of Blue) – the gem of the park. This trail follows the W Circuit backwards, meaning you’ll finish your trip off with the highlight of this incredible view. Take a moment to appreciate the massive vertical structures with the reflective milky-blue lake at the base. You’ll have about half an hour to relax and take photos, have some lunch and enjoy the view. This scene is at a high altitude, meaning it will be windy and cold. When the time is right (when everyone’s noses start to turn pink) turn around and head back the way you came. You’ll have the option of stopping off at Refugio Chileno to stretch and refuel. Once past Refugio Chileno, head back to the French Valley and then downhill towards the buildings of Hotel las Torres. Eventually, you’ll reach the ECO Camp, where you’ll meet your private transfer back to Puerto Natales.

included:Base Las Torres guided hike

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 6 - Puerto Natales

This morning after breakfast, your trip will come to an end. If you would like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent.

meals:1 Breakfast

Patagonia: Torres del Paine Classic W Trek

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Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Refugios or full service camping (3 nights)

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5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners

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Private vehicle, boat

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An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Full W Trek guided hike West to EastPaine Grande overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped)Lake Grey boat rideGrey Trek guided trekFrench Valley guided trekFrances overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped)Central Valley guided trekCentral overnight stay Refugio or camping (fully equipped)Base Las Torres guided hike

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