Torres Base Trekking from Puerto Natales

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Puerto Natales

  The journey from Puerto Natales to the Portería Laguna Amarga in Torres del Paine National Park takes approximately 2 hours of land travel (110 km). The journey begins in this city surrounded by mountains, fjords and the Last Hope Breast. Exiting north on Route 9, travelers have views of Señoret Canal, Cerro Dorotea. Also along the way we can observe Patagonian stays and pampas. For much of the route you can see sheep, guanacos, rhea and foxes culpeo. There are also historic livestock farms, many of them still in operation, which are part of the rural heritage of the Magellan Region. It is very common to observe groups of guanacos, it is possible to see Chilean flamingos, black-necked swans and other waterfowl. Upon arrival at the Amarga Lagoon Goal, one of the main entrances to the park, the entrance control is carried out. After this we head to the Park Welcome Center.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Torres del Paine

  The day begins with the transfer from the accommodation to the Laguna Amarga sector. From there, we will start the trail to the Ascencio Valley, accompanied by expert guides who will deliver information on the geography, flora, fauna and conservation of the park. In the Trekking to Torres Base we walk 20 km between round trip (between 8 and 9 hours of walking, depending on the rhythm). Along the way we can observe: Ascencio River Valley The walk begins in the Central Tower Refuge sector, from where you ascend to the Ascencio Valley. Natural viewpoints There are several points where walkers can stop to rest and take pictures. Ascent by glacial moraine The last stage of trekking is the most physically demanding. It is an ascent by a moraine of glacial origin, with rocky and irregular terrain. - Base Torres viewpoint Finally, you reach the Base Torres viewpoint, where the three granite towers emerge: South, Central and North Towers.

  9 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Puerto Natales

  The journey back from the Portería Laguna Amarga to Puerto Natales is much more than just a return : it is an opportunity to continue marveling at the vastness and diversity of Patagonia. During the 2 hours of tour, passengers can enjoy panoramic views, wildlife sighting. As you begin your return, the road gives away unforgettable postcards of the Paine massif from different angles. Very close to the goal is the Bitter Lagoon, a body of saline water where it is common to see flocks of Chilean flamingos and other waterfowl. It is also common to observe guanacos grazing on the slopes, as well as gray foxes and even, with some luck, some Andean condor flying over the sky. During the journey, travelers will be able to observe the historic livestock farms, many of which still maintain their pens, sheep and shearing sheds.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• 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
• Consideration should be given to: Mountain footwear with good sole, clothing for mountain trekking, food. "In winter season consider carrying headlamp and leggings" (from May to September).

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