Meeting Place
Punta Arenas, Chile, Puerto Natales, Chile or El Calafate, Argentina
7 days from $1234
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Overview
Highlights
- Trek the famous W route in Torres del Paine National Park, the quintessential Patagonia hiking experience
- Soak in the majesty of the Paine Massif and the iconic view of the three Towers
- Marvel at calving glaciers, granite spires, turquoise lakes and an impressive array of Patagonian fauna
- Comfortable lodging in unique domed camps, a refugio or tent each night
Adventure Overview
Join us as we explore Southern Patagonia’s most iconic landscape in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park. On this week-long Patagonia hiking adventure we follow the world-famous and challenging W route, traveling from our comfortable base camp to two unique refugios carrying only our daypacks. We’ll hike to the foot of the granite spires that give this park its name; explore the shorelines of Nordenskjold, Pehoe and Grey Lakes; climb deep into French Valley; get to know the local flora and fauna and even get up close and personal with a calving glacier. Each night at our lodging accommodations we’ll share the day’s stories over hearty and delicious meals. It’s an unforgettable Patagonia hiking trip that should definitely be on your bucket list.
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Itinerary & Map
- Meet up in Punta Arenas or El Calafate for a scenic drive to Torres del Paine National Park and our one-of-a-kind base camp
- Settle into a Standard, Superior or Suite dome with jaw-dropping views of the Torres and enjoy a welcome dinner
- Our time on the W trek begins with a hike on the Cuernos Trail along the beautiful Lake Nordenskjold and overnight stay at the Refugio Los Cuernos (or similar)
- Hike up to Valle Frances for superb views of the Massif before returning through undulating grassland to Refugio Paine Grande for dinner and relaxation
- The trek continues along the north side of Lake Grey before boarding a boat to sail to the calving façade of Grey Glacier and later transferring back to our base camp
- A challenging climb to Ascencio Valley the next day rewards hikers with a breathtaking view of the iconic Torres del Paine and an idyllic picnic locale
- On the final day along the W route, tour and hike the Eastern Lakes then return to base camp for a farewell dinner
- Shuttle back to Puna Arenas or El Calafate in time for evening flights home and the conclusion of your Patagonia hiking adventure
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Dates & Prices
2020 – 2022 Prices
Low Season: $1234
Shoulder Season: $1554
High Season: $2287
Peak Season: $2527
Per person based on double occupancy in a Standard dome.
Please call for pricing and availability for Superior and Suite domes.
Accommodations at the refugios will be provided either in dormitories or in comfortable tents at the adjacent campground, including sleeping bag and pad with a polar fleece liner which your guides will set up for you. Both campsites and refugios provide bathroom facilities. Meals will be served inside the refugios.
Deposit: $500, $800 or $1200 per person based on trip price
Single Supplement (Fall 2020 – Spring 2022): $616 (low); $777 (shoulder); $1143 (high); $1264 (peak)
Additional cost: Travel Insurance
Join OARS on any of our multi-day adventures abroad and receive a rebate worth 5% of your international trip fees, redeemable on select adventures throughout the American West.
Departure Dates
Trips depart every Monday
Fall 2020 – Spring 2021:
- Low Season: April 19, 26
- Shoulder Season: April 5, 12
- High Season: January 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Peak Season: December 21, 28; January 4, 11, 18
Fall 2021 – Spring 2022:
- Low Season: September 6, 13, 20, 27; October 4, 11; April 18, 25; May 2
- Shoulder Season: October 18, 25; April 4, 11
- High Season: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; December 6, 13; January 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28
- Peak Season: December 20, 27; January 3, 10, 17
Our Patagonia Hiking: Torres del Paine W Trek is run by an affiliate company and arranged through O.A.R.S. International, Inc.
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