A sports enthusiast' dream come true: the best of Torres del Paine with the best of outdoor adventures!

Unleash your adventurous side on this multi-sport extravaganza, exploring beautiful Torres del Paine by foot, bike, kayak and horseback, followed by relaxing nights under the stars at EcoCamp with good food and even better company.

Itinerary

Day 1: Your Patagonian Adventure Starts

 Torres del Paine National Park

In the morning, you will be picked up from the airport or your hotel in Punta Arenas and driven to EcoCamp Patagonia, located in the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park. On the way, we will make a stop in Puerto Natales, a small, lively town on the shores of "Seno de Ultima Esperanza," where we enjoy a hearty local lunch. The journey is scenic and highly atmospheric, featuring many wild birds and wonderful Patagonian landscapes. The day ends with our arrival and overnight stay at EcoCamp Patagonia, nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park and with a prime view of the majestic Torres. Ready to experience one of the most epic Patagonia adventure tours?

Overnight at EcoCamp Patagonia.

Sample itinerary below. The itinerary depends on the day of the week the program starts.

Day 2: Cycling through Lago Sarmiento, Laguna Azul & Cañadón Macho

 Torres del Paine National Park

After breakfast, we’ll start our biking adventure. The 11 km morning bike routine follows path through different small lakes, having the chance to observe Torres del Paine's flora and fauna in all of its splendor until we arrive to Sarmiento Lake, where we will rest at this lake's beach.

Afterward, we will take a transport toward Laguna Azul, where we'll have lunch and then follow a 14 km route following a single track through Cañadón Macho, finishing at a junction with the road near Cascada Paine.

Although this excursion is not too demanding, there are some sections of the trail that have some difficulty at the point where Cañadon Macho crosses a meadow and starts climbing, followed by an undulating stretch of descent, which is a little steep and rocky.

• Biking Distance: 18 km/11.1 mi. (total).
• Biking Time: 4 hrs. approx.

Overnight at EcoCamp Patagonia.

Day 3: Kayak on Grey River

 Torres del Paine National Park

After breakfast at EcoCamp, we will head off at 7:30 AM to the Serrano area in the western sector of the park arriving at around 9 AM at Serrano Base. From here, we will board another vehicle and head to the Pingo River where we will take part in a safety talk (20 minutes approx.). Afterwards, it’s time to get into the water! Once our kayaks are in, we will move gently with the river’s current towards the Grey Lake Peninsula to see the glacier’s impressive icebergs. After enjoying the moment, it’s time to continue down the Grey River for the next 3 hours. At Puente Grey, we’ll stop to eat our box lunch before continuing downstream to the confluence of the Grey and Serrano Rivers. Around 20 minutes later we’ll return to where our adventure started, at Villa Serrano, after an amazing day on the water. Then we take the van returning to EcoCamp for our evening aperitif and meal.

People over 65 years of age must present a medical certificate indicating they are physically able to participate in the activity. Weight limit is 110 kg / 243 Lb.

Overnight at Ecocamp Patagonia.

 

 Day 4: Patagonia Horseback Riding

Torres del Paine National Park

After breakfast, we will leave EcoCamp by car and travel to Estancia Laguna Azul. There, baqueano guides will help us prepare for a horse ride. We will ride 6.5 km/4 mi to our first stop, traversing a forest and ascending within the ranch. At the post, we will rest and enjoy refreshments. Then, we will ride along the park's boundary, cross a river, and ascend to a viewpoint with views of Dickson Lake and surrounding peaks. Continuing through forests, crossing rivers, and observing flora and fauna, this segment takes about two hours until we reach the road to Argentina. We will briefly follow it, re-enter a path, cross Las Chinas River, and arrive at the ranch's waterfall.

• Riding Distance: 19 km./11.8 mi.
• Riding Time: 3:30 hrs.
• Max. Altitude: 691 m./2.267 ft.
• Elevation gain: 691 m./2.267 ft.

 

Overnight at Ecocamp Patagonia.

 

Day 5: Towers Base Trek

 Torres del Paine National Park

After a hearty breakfast we set off from Ecocamp towards Hotel Las Torres and join the uphill path to Ascencio Valley on the Tower's eastern face for a hiking and trekking experience. Dry mountain spots, beech forests and small rivers line the scenic walk towards the valley. Our bucket list big challenge comes as we climb the steep moraine, a mass of boulders leading us towards one of the world's most famous views overlooking the Towers. The famous Torres del Paine (2,850 m/ 9,350 ft) consist of three gigantic granite monoliths, the remains of a great cirque sheared away by the forces of glacial ice. After an uphill slog, the Towers eventually come into full view, rising majestically before us, with the glacial lake visible below. Is there any better place in the world to have lunch? After feasting on the view and our picnic, we backtrack along the same trail through Ascencio Valley and return to EcoCamp.

• Hiking Distance: 22 km./14 mi.
• Hiking Time: 9 hrs.
• Max. Altitude: 897 m./2942 ft.
• Elevation gain: 1023 m./3356 ft.

 

Overnight at Ecocamp Patagonia.

Included

• All ground transport as indicated in the itinerary.
• One expert English/Spanish speaking trekking guide.
• Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee.
• Accommodation at EcoCamp Patagonia (dome of your choice).
• All excursions/navigations indicated in the itinerary.
• All meals detailed in the itinerary.
• Transportation to/from EcoCamp according to our Transfer Schedule.

Not included

• Flight tickets.
• Insurance (appropriate health & travel insurance is mandatory).
• Voluntary tipping to guides and staff.
• Cash for buying extra drinks, snacks or souvenirs.
• Personal items.

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Accommodation

EcoCamp Patagonia

Ecocamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile with views of the majestic granite Paine Towers. It was the first geodesic dome hotel in the world, offering an upscale camp at the domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants. 

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 28m²/300ft²)

Suite domes were designed to further our goal of providing comfort in a natural setting with minimal environmental impact, and also maintain the hotel’s familiar and cozy vibe. The domes have comfortable double or twin beds, a wood stove and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome Loft
(2 floors, Heating & Private bathroom, 37m²/398ft²)

Suite dome lofts are two-storey domes which fit up to four people and have comfortable double or twin beds both up and downstairs. These domes, ideal for families or groups of friends, come with a wood stove, a private terrace and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Superior Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 23m²/250ft²)

Spacious, comfortable and equipped with private bathrooms, Superior Domes are the optimum choice for trekkers wanting that bit more space and comfort at the end of a long day’s walk. Each Superior Dome has comfortable queen-size or twin beds, a propane heater, skylight windows and a private bathroom with a sophisticated composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Standard Dome
(Shared bathroom, 10m²/108ft²)

EcoCamp Standard domes were the world's first lodge accommodation in geodesic shape. They are resistant to the strong Patagonian winds, and come equipped with two single beds (doubles on request), cozy fleece blankets and feather quilts. There are windows in the ceiling for stargazing. Standard domes include shared bathrooms which are large, comfortable and gender divided.

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Departure

Regular departures are available every day from September to April.

The daily schedule depends on the day of the week the program starts. Here you can find the excursions per day according to the day of the week the program starts.

Single Travelers: Please have in mind that some excursions like Kayaking and Horse Riding have a minimum of 2 participants, hence, a Single Person Group supplement may be charged in order for you to take part in these excursions when the minimum is not reached.

Starting / finishing point

The trip departs every day starting and ending in Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or El Calafate. Please visit our Weekly Transfer Board for details of EcoCamp pick up and drop off times.

Physical demands

This trip is a multi-activity trip and therefore requires a moderate to high level of fitness. Those used to hiking on weekends or doing regular cycling or jogging, etc should have no problem but some warm-up hikes prior to the trip would be recommendable in any case. Horse riding and kayaking do not require advanced abilities. For more details about trekking distances and walking times, check out this Excursion Chart.

Participants should be 16 years of age or older; maximum age: 65 years.

Children policy

Children aged 16 and over are welcome to participate in all activities and are treated as adults. The minimum age of participation is 16 years.

Transport

In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia, transport is in minivans that normally seat between 8 to 14 people. Pick up/drop off times as shown on the Weekly Transfer Board are approximate and will be confirmed closer to the time by our operations team. An exclusive toll-free emergency number will be available for anyone needing additional support while they are in Chile. Check our Weekly Transfer Board details for more information about pick-up and drop-off times to/from EcoCamp.

Weather

The Patagonian Andes very exposed to winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rain and even snow. Even in summer (December to March) you should come prepared for cold winds (up to 130km/hr) and rainfall. Summer’s average temperature is 11ºC (52ºF), ranging between 2 to 24ºC (35 to 75ºF).
. Read more about the weather in Patagonia here

What you need to bring

• Passengers need to be prepared for summer and winter all at once. We recommend the following:
• A day backpack (10 liters - to carry a camera, glasses, raincoat, etc).
• Trekking or hiking boots.
• Extra shoes for evenings or in case others get wet.
• Waterproof jacket.
• 2 pairs of woolen socks.
• Fleece jacket or sweater.
• Shorts or comfortable loose pants.
• Sun protection (glasses, hat, lip balm, and sunscreen).
• Optional Capilene underwear for the upper and lower body.
• Cash to buy extra drinks, snacks or souvenirs in Torres del Paine National Park.
  
  

Itinerary modifications

The weather in Patagonia can be difficult to plan around at times. We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide based upon operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate any part of the itinerary based on these considerations. The routes on the kayak and horse ride excursions may vary depending on weather and safety precautions. 

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