Torres Del Paine Explorer
Kayak amongst icebergs, ice hike atop glaciers and hike the famous ‘W’ route in Torres Del Paine National Park. Spot wild guanacos, condors, penguins and other wildlife as you journey amongst turquoise lakes, hanging glaciers and jagged granite peaks. This exciting multisport itinerary is packed with unforgettable Patagonian scenery and challenging outdoor adventure at the end of the world.
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Torres Del Paine Explorer
DAY 1 Visit the Otway Sound penguin colony and transfer to Puerto Natales.
DAY 2 Hike from Estancia Lazo along Laguna Verde and through beech forests into the Sierra del Toro for vast views of the Patagonian landscape. Camp along the banks of Rio Serrano with views of the Paine Massif.
DAY 3 Sea kayak amongst shimmering icebergs on Grey Lake and picnic above the glacier.
DAY 4 Boat to the face of the massive Grey Glacier with granite peaks soaring in the distance. After strapping on your crampons, you’ll explore ice floes and caverns while hiking on the glacier. Continue on a classic Torres hike to Lake Pehoe.
DAY 5 Hike into the Valle Frances ascending the amazing, natural granite amphitheater to the French Glacier. Continue along the lake to the cozy Cuernos Refugio.
DAY 6 Set out amongst the Horns of Paine peaks and hike along Lake Nordenskjold arriving to camp at Las Torres.
DAY 7 Hike to the famed Base of the Paine Towers. Picnic in the shadow of the sheer granite peaks with waterfalls flowing from hanging glaciers into emerald green, iceberg-dotted waters.
DAY 8 Explore lakeside Puerto Natales before transferring to Punta Arenas.
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Torres Del Paine Explorer
Southern Patagonia Region
- TYPE Flexible Date Private Departures & Fixed Date Group Departures
- VIGOROUS TRIP Activities include trekking, kayaking, ice hiking, boating, wildlife viewing & cultural opportunities.
- LENGTH 8 days
- ACCOMMODATIONS 6 nights camping & refugios, 1 night hotel
- DEPARTURES Flexible Date Private Trips: Oct – AprFixed Date Group Trips: 2010 – Nov 8, Dec 14, Dec 22; 2011 – Jan 4, Feb 8, Mar 6
- BEGIN | END Punta Arenas, Chile
- NOTE Don’t want to camp? Ask about lodging upgrades.
- COST From $2,865 [single supplement $350] Includes 100% of meals
Highlights
- Hike famed ‘W’ route
- Sea kayak amongst icebergs and glaciers
- Ice hike atop massive Grey Glacier
IS IT FOR ME?
A physically vigorous trip combining trekking, kayaking and ice hiking. No prior ice hiking or kayaking experience is required, but participants should be in good physical condition and looking for adventure.
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