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The French Valley Hike in Torres del Paine is one of the most stunning day treks in Patagonia. This guided tour takes travelers into the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, with visits to Lake Pehoé, Paine Grande, and the breathtaking French Valley viewpoint. Along the way, you'll witness iconic landscapes such as the Cuernos del Paine, hanging glaciers, and dramatic granite peaks.
What makes this experience special is the combination of varied scenery, the chance to explore one of the most scenic sections of the famous W Trek, and the opportunity to hike deep into the park without needing to carry camping gear or plan a multi-day route. It's the perfect one-day adventure for nature lovers who want a taste of Patagonia’s wild beauty.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Starts: From your accommodation in Puerto Natales at 5:30 a.m.
Itinerary
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1Puerto Natales
* Pickup and Journey to Torres del Paine * We start the day in Puerto Natales, where we board a van headed for Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chile. To reach the starting point of our hike, we take a catamaran across the lake to the Paine Grande refuge.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Mirador Valle del Francés
* Hike to the French Valley Lookout * From there, we grab our trekking poles and begin hiking along the northern shore of Lake Pehoé. With the dramatic Cuernos del Paine peaks overhead, we follow the central stretch of the W Circuit for about three hours until we reach the French Valley viewpoint. At the top, we take a well-deserved break to enjoy the incredible views, take photos, have lunch, and rest.
9 hours • Admission ticket not included -
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* Return Journey and Catamaran to Pudeto * After a one-hour break, we retrace our steps along the same trail back through the French Valley. We return to the Paine Grande refuge and board the catamaran to Pudeto. Once we complete the 12.5-mile (20 km) trek, our van takes us back to Puerto Natales, bringing our French Valley Trek in Torres del Paine to a close.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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