Experience the Chilean Patagonia like never before
Patagonia + Puma Safaris and Wines: $6,800 ($1,500 deposit)
Jan. 16 - 26, 2025
If these dates don't work, please inquire about private custom bookings.
Description
Torres del Paine is South America’s finest national park. Soaring vertically more than 2000m/6500ft above the Patagonian steppe, the granite pillars of Torres del Paine dominate the landscape. It is a vast massif with many attractions including azure lakes, lush forests, hanging glaciers, alpine lakes, roaring rivers and camps/refugios surrounded by rugged mountain terrain.
It is also home to the top predator of South America, the puma. The Chilean Patagonia has the biggest concentration of pumas in the world. We will go on a unique Patagonian expedition in 4 x 4 trucks to find them and explore the wonders of Patagonia.
Join us in this unique route that combines the most beautiful spots of the park with off the beaten path highlights.
Important Info
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Date: Jan 16th - 26th, 2025
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Price: $6,500 ($1,500 non-refundable deposit)
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Final payment will be 60 days before departure
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Group size: 8 spots
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This is an active adventure; you must be in good physical condition and embrace the great outdoors to enjoy it. There is no technical climbing but expect steep ascents with killer views.
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There will be NO WIFI or phone signal some of the days in Torres del Paine. We do have a satellite phone in case of an emergency. There is WIFI in some of the refugios.
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Please be aware that you will carry your pack everyday which will be around 8kg. Items you will need to carry include: your clothes for the trip, lunch for the day and any other personal items. If you would like a porter, there will be an extra cost of US $150 per day. Each porter can carry 15 kg, which means that one porter can be used by two trekkers. Will follow up with a full list of necessary gear and recommended layers once you are booked.
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Strenuous non technical multi-day hiking carrying weight. This program is physically demanding and you need to come with excellent physical conditioning for this trek. We recommend a serious training plan to be able to hike long distances, uphill and downhill, up to 10 hours a day.
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We can accommodate any dietary restrictions, including gluten free and vegan.
Price Includes
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Accommodations
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All Meals except in Santiago
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Private Guide
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Private Transportation
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Excursions
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Puma tracking safari
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Camping Gear, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Pad
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Park Entrance Fees
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Airport transfers in Patagonia
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Note: water from the rivers is safe to drink inside Torres del Paine National Park
Price Excludes
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Airfare to Santiago
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Airfare to Puerto Natales (Patagonia)
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Airport transfers in Santiago
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Beverage during meals
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Insurance
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Gratuities
Itinerary
Day 1 - Jan. 16, 2025
Arrive in Santiago
Four star hotel Hotel Solace Santiago. Optional dinner out in a local restaurant. Airport transfer not included.
Day 3 - Jan. 18, 2025
Puerto Natales
Fly to Puerto Natales airport, the gateway for Chilean Patagonia. Accommodation at 3 star hotel. Welcome dinner and briefing to discuss the trip program. (Dinner included)
Day 4 - Jan. 19, 2025
Torres del Paine
Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park (2 hr drive). We will begin trekking to the Ascencio Valley then we will continue through a forest of the native beech trees until reaching the glacial moraine, the famous 3 pink granite towers will appear in the horizon, it will take another hour more to reach the alpine lake that harbors them.
We will then descend again to the valley where private transportation will take us to Laguna Azul where we will spend the next two nights. (B/L/D) (camping) Approx hiking time ~ 7 hrs.
Day 5 - Jan. 20, 2025
Puma Tracking Safari 4x4 Adventure
Today we go off the beaten path to find the biggest cat of the Americas, the puma. We will go on 4×4 trucks on an exclusive photo safari with private guides deep into Parque Goic. This area has the biggest concentration of Pumas in the world. We will then return to camp where a traditional chilean asado will be waiting.
Night at Laguna Azul. (B/L/D) (glamping)
Day 6 - Jan. 21, 2025
Dickson Glacier Camp
The bus will drop us at the visitor’s information center at Torre Central. From here we will have an easy 4 hrs of hiking through relatively flat grassy meadows.
As we go deeper into the park today, it starts to feel like you’re in another world. The grass becomes greener, and you’ll get a peek of some epic glaciers. We will arrive at Dickson campsite with an unbeatable view overlooking Dickson Glacier.
Night at Dickson campsite (B/L/D) (camping), Approximate hiking time: 9-10 hrs
Day 7 - Jan. 22, 2025
Los Perros Glacier Camp
We will walk through a pristine beech forest keeping an eye for the red-headed Magellanic woodpecker. Just before we arrive at our camp we will trek past glacier Perros and its alpine lake. Los Perros camp. 5 hours. (B/L/D) (camping)
Day 8 - Jan. 23, 2025
John Gardner Pass - Grey Glacier Camp
Today we will face the great feat of the John Garner pass (1200 mts), it is our biggest day of hiking starting with a 2-3 hrs uphill climb. Once on the pass we have a breathtaking view of the Southern Patagonian Ice Cap – the largest ice cap in the world outside of the poles. We continue for another 4-5 hours with Grey Glacier flanking our right side as we cross various suspension bridges and descend towards Lake Grey. Lodging and dinner at refugio Grey. (B/L/D) (accommodated)
Day 9 - Jan. 24, 2025
Grey Glacier
Free morning to explore the area. In the afternoon we go in a zodiac to Grey Glacier for a guided glacier walk for 2 hrs. We will be able to observe cracks, rivers, lagoons and tunnels. We will spend the night again in Grey lodge (B/L/D) (accommodated)
Day 10 - Jan. 25, 2025
Puerto Natales
We will cross the lake by catamaran and marvel at the towering peaks of the park in a majestic setting. Then, we will visit Estancia San Luis for a wine and cordero al palo pairing prepared by an authentic gaucho. If the weather is good, we can ride horses in the steppe and spend time with the sheep herder dogs and sheep, surrounded by an amazing landscape. After filling our bellies, we will be transferred to Simple Patagonia for our last night in Puerto Natales.
Day 11 - Jan. 26, 2025
Puerto Natales to Santiago
Transfer to Puerto Natales Airport and fly to Santiago. We will arrive in Santiago in time to catch your international flight home. Most international flights depart after 9pm. There is a Holiday Inn Airport hotel that is quite nice and is a good option if you have to fly the next day or your connection time is long.'
We will offer extensions to those with more time for adventure. Options include: Atacama Desert, Uyuni Salt Flats, Easter Island, Chile’s wine country and Northern Patagonia. Please inquire for details if interested.