PATAGONIA TOURS:  TORRES DEL PAINE

TOUCLPUQEX - 4 day /3 night
Departure Day: DAILY
Minimum Pax: 2

Meeting Point:  PUNTA ARENAS Airport

South America's most famous park and a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Torres del Paine is best recognized for its magnificent central massif, sculpted by glaciers into the unmistakable cuernos (horns) and torres (towers). Varied and abundant wildlife, including guanacos and dozens of bird species, make this Patagonia's top adventure travel destination. Here you will find 9 programs with different rates and slightly different visits using a varierty of hotels and lodges while spending more or less time in the National Park. A couple of tours are on a Private basis while all others are on an SIB (Seat in Bus) basis. 

Southern Patagonia, known as Magallanes, is a world apart, where the broad expanses of the pampa meet with the glacially sculpted spires of the Andes. Torres del Paine National Park and World Biosphere Reserve is the most famous of the vast protected areas in Magallanes, preserving habitat for guanacos, foxes, rheas and flamingos. South of the park is Puerto Natales, terminal for southbound ferries from Puerto Montt and operations base for hiking and horseback trips, glacier cruises, and overland trips. Punta Arenas is the capital of the Magallanes province. Facing the Straits of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego, Punta Arenas is the principal departure point for cruises and flights to Tierra del Fuego, to the Canal Beagle, Isla Navarino, Cape Horn and Antarctica.

TORRES ITINERARY I - PRIVATE

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to Puerto Natales. On route we will be able to appreciate the Magellanic Pampa steppes, where you can find sheep, cattle, ostriches and many other kinds of birds. Arrival to the picturesque town of Puerto Natales, which is situated on the banks of Ultima Esperanza Bay. Overnight at hotel in Puerto Natales.

Day 2 Puerto Natales / Torres de Paine National Park
Early in the morning we will board a boat and sail along Ultima Esperanza bay towards the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. During the trip, we can observe colonies of cormorants and sea-wolves. Upon arrival, we will take a short walk to the environs of the Serrano glacier, from where we can admire the impressive thousands of year old ice. Return to Puerto Natales at approximately 6 p.m. Transfer to the Torres del Paine National Park, where we will visit the lakes of Sarmiento, Nordenskjold and Pehoé. From there, we will have a beautiful view of Macizo del Paine, Almirante Nieto and Cuernos del Paine. Whilst traveling, we can observe the fauna of the area such as herds of guanacos, ostriches, foxes, chingues, caiquenes, black-necked swans, flocks of flamingos, condors and eagles. Overnight in hotel at the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park
A full-day excursion of the Torres del Paine National Park visiting Lake Grey, Salto Grande (Grande water fall) and the Amarga Lagoon where we will be able to appreciate the rock formations which give the park its name (Towers of Paine). Dinner and overnight in the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, BL, D)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas
Early departure towards Punta Arenas, visiting the Milodón Cave, where we will see the remains of a herbivore animal which lived there around 12.000 years ago. Arrival to Punta Arenas and transfer to the airport to board the departure flight. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY II - PRIVATE

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Torres de Paine National Park
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to Torres del Paine National Park. On route we will appreciate the typical Magellanic Pampa steppes where we shall see animals such as sheep, ostriches and different kinds of birds. Visit to Puerto Natales, Lake Sarmiento, Lake Nordenskjold and Lake Pehoé. We will also appreciate a spectacular view of the Paine Massif and Cuernos del Paine main attractions of Torres del Paine. Overnight in the hotel in Torres de Paine National Park. (D)

Day 2 Torres de Paine National Park
A full-day excursion around the Lake Grey area, where we will see ice floe which have broken off the Grey glacier. We will also visit Salto Grande (Grande water fall) and Amarga Lagoon where we will be able to appreciate the rock formations which give the park its name (Towers of Paine). Overnight at hotel in Torres de Paine National Park. (B, BL, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas
Early departure towards Punta Arenas, visiting the Milodón Cave, where we will see the remains of a herbivore animal which lived around 12.000 years ago within it. On route we will be able to appreciate the local fauna such as guanacos, foxes, chingues, caiquenes, flamingos and condors. Arrival to Punta Arenas and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel in Punta Arenas (B)

Day 4 Punta Arenas/ Depart
In the morning, visit to the city of Punta Arenas. We will go up to the Cerro de la Cruz vantage-point, where we will have a panoramic view of the city and the Magellan Strait. We will then visit the Salesiano Mayorino Borgatello Museum, where we will find ethnological and natural history samples which tell us about the flora and fauna of this region as well as handicrafts of the Yaganes, Onas, and Alacalufes Indians and of the first colonists. Afterwards, we will visit the Museum of the Pioneers and the Library, where we can see an interesting open air exhibition of machinery and houses of the colonial period. Then, at an agreed time, transfer to the airport to board the departure flight. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY III - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales
Arrival to Punta Arenas Airport. Reception and assistance to board a scheduled service that leaves the airport at 16:30 hrs (4:30 PM) arriving to Puerto Natales at 22:00 hrs (10:00 PM). On route we will visit Seno Otway Penguin colony or an Estancia, on route we will be able to appreciate the Magellanic Pampa steppes, where you can find sheep, cattle, ostriches and many other kinds of birds. Arrival to Puerto Natales, the picturesque town on the shores of the Ultima Esperanza Sound. Transfer to the hotel and overnight. (From November through to March we will visit the Seno Ottway Penguin Colony during the rest of the season we will visit an Estancia).

Day 2 Puerto Natales
Early in the morning, we will board a boat to sail along the Seno Ultima Esperanza (Last Hope Sound) towards the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. During the trip, we will be able to see colonies of cormorants and sea-wolves. Upon arrival, we will take a short walk to the surrounding area of the Serrano glacier, from where we will be able to admire the impressive millennial ice mass. Box lunch included. Return to Puerto Natales at the end of the afternoon. Transfer to the hotel in Puerto Natales and overnight. (From November through to March, the excursion departs on a daily basis. The rest of the year these are subject to availability with a fixed departure on Sundays). (B, BL)

Day 3 Puerto Natales / Torres de Paine National Park
Departure to Torres del Paine National Park. On route we will visit the Milodón cave. In the park we will visit the area of Lake Sarmiento where we will find, Lake Nordenskjold, Salto Grande and Lake Pehoé. We will also pass by the administrative Office of the Park to finally arrive at Lake Grey, where we will see ice floe which have broken off the Grey glacier, here we will have time to stroll around the shores of the lake (1 and half hours). During the afternoon we will head back to our accommodation in the park. Overnight at the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, D)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas / Depart
Departure at 07.15 AM by scheduled bus service to Punta Arenas. Arrival to Punta Arenas airport to board the afternoon flights. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY IV - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas
Arrival to Punta Arenas Airport. Transfer by private car to Punta Arenas. In the city we will go up to the Cerro de la Cruz vantage-point, where we will have a panoramic view of the city and the Magellan Straits. We will then visit the Salesiano Mayorino Borgatello Museum, where we will find ethnological and natural history samples which tell us about the flora and fauna of this region as well as handicrafts of the Yaganes, Onas, and Alacalufes Indians and of the first colonists. Afterwards, we will visit the Museum of the Pioneers and the Library, where we can see an interesting open air exhibition of machinery and houses of the colonial period. Transfer to the hotel in Punta Arenas and overnight. (D)

Day 2 Punta Arenas / Torres de Paine National Park
Transfer to the Torres de Paine National park by scheduled service departing at 08.30 AM. On route we will appreciate the typical Magellanic Pampa steppes where we shall see animals such as sheep, ostriches and various different kinds of birds. We will also visit the Milodón Cave, where we will see the remains of a herbivore animal which lived there around 12.000 years ago. In the park we will see Lake Sarmiento, Lake Nordenskjold, Amarga Lagoon and Lake Pehoé. We will be able to appreciate spectacular views of the Massif del Paine, Almirante Nieto and the Torres del Paine granite towers as well as the local fauna which includes guanacos, ostriches, foxes, chingues, caiquenes, black-necked swans, flamingos and condors. Arrival at approximately 18.05 (6.05 PM). Overnight the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, BL, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park
Day at leisure. Overnight the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas / Depart
Departure at 07.15 AM by scheduled bus service to Punta Arenas. Arrival to Punta Arenas airport to board the afternoon flights. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY LAGO GREY I - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Torres de Paine National Park
Arrival to Punta Arenas Airport. Reception and transfer to the Hosteria Lago Grey in the Torres de Paine National Park. On route we will stop for a break at the Martin Gusinde hotel in Puerto Natales. Overnight at the Hosteria Lago Grey at Torres del Paine National Park. (BL)

Day 2 Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning we will have a half day excursion in the Torres del Paine National Park returning to the Hosteria Lago Grey for lunch. In the afternoon another half day excursion in the park. Return to the Hosteria Lago Grey and overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park
A full-day excursion of the Torres del Paine National Park visiting, Salto Grande (Grande water fall) and the Amarga Lagoon where we will be able to appreciate the rock formations which give the park its name (Towers of Paine). Dinner and overnight in the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, BL, D)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas / Depart
Transfer from the Hosteria Lago Grey to Punta Arenas Airport. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY LAGO GREY II - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to Puerto Natales. On route we will be able to appreciate the Magellanic Pampa steppes, where you can find sheep, cattle, ostriches and many other kinds of birds. Arrival to the picturesque town of Puerto Natales, which is situated on the banks of Ultima Esperanza Bay. Overnight at the Hotel Martin Gusinde. (D)

Day 2 Puerto Natales / Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning, transfer to Torres de Paine National Park beautiful park located in the middle of the Chilean Patagonia. On route we will appreciate a spectacular view of the Paine Massif, Almirante Nieto and Cuernos del Paine as well as the local fauna which includes guanacos, ostriches, foxes, chingues, caiquenes, black-necked swans, flamingos and condors. On arrival to Hosteria Lago Grey we will have lunch, during the afternoon you will be able to take a half day excursion. Overnight at Hosteria Lago Grey in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park
A full-day excursion of the Torres del Paine National Park visiting, Salto Grande (Grande water fall) and the Amarga Lagoon where we will be able to appreciate the rock formations which give the park its name (Towers of Paine). Dinner and overnight in the hotel in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas / Depart
Transfer from the Hosteria Lago Grey to Punta Arenas Airport. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY LAGO GREY III - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to Puerto Natales. Arrival to Puerto Natales, which is situated on the banks of Ultima Esperanza Bay. Overnight at the Hotel Martin Gusinde. (D)

Day 2 Puerto Natales / Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning , transfer to Torres de Paine National Park. On route we will appreciate a spectacular view of the Paine Massif, Almirante Nieto and Cuernos del Paine as well as the local fauna which includes guanacos, ostriches, foxes, chingues, caiquenes, black-necked swans, flamingos and condors. On arrival to Hosteria Lago Grey we will have lunch and during the afternoon you will be able to take a half day excursion. Overnight at Hosteria Lago Grey in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park / Puerto Natales
Excursion to Torres del Paine National Park ending in Puerto Natales. Overnight at the Hotel Martin Gusinde located in Puerto Natales. (B, BL, D)

Day 4 Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas / Depart
Transfer from the Martin Gusinde hotel to Punta Arenas. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY LAGO GREY IV - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to Puerto Natales. On route we will be able to appreciate the Magellanic Pampa steppes, where you can find sheep, cattle, ostriches and many other kinds of birds. Arrival to the picturesque town of Puerto Natales, which is situated on the banks of Ultima Esperanza Bay. Overnight at hotel in Puerto Natales. (D)

Day 2 Puerto Natales / Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning , transfer to Torres de Paine National Park. On arrival to Hosteria Lago Grey you will have time to have lunch and during the afternoon you will be able to take a half day excursion. Overnight at Hosteria Lago Grey in the Torres de Paine National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park / Puerto Natales
In the morning we will depart and sail down the Serrano River to Puerto Natales. On arrival transfer to Hotel Martin Gusinde, overnight in Puerto Natales. (B, BL, D)

Day 4 Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas / Depart
Transfer from Puerto Natales to the Punta Arenas airport. (B)

TORRES ITINERARY LAGO GREY V - SIB

Day 1 Punta Arenas / Torres de Paine National Park
Arrival to Punta Arenas airport. Reception and transfer to the Hosteria Lago Grey in the Torres de Paine National Park, located near Lake Grey. On route we will stop for a break at the Martin Gusinde hotel in Puerto Natales. On route we will appreciate a spectacular view of the Paine Massif, Almirante Nieto and Cuernos del Paine which give this beautiful and austral location its name. On arrival to Hosteria Lago Grey we will able to rest, overnight. (D)

Day 2 Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning we will have a half day excursion in the Torres del Paine National Park returning to the Hosteria Lago Grey. In the afternoon another half day excursion to an other area of the park. Return to the Hosteria Lago Grey and overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Torres de Paine National Park
In the morning we will depart and sail down the Serrano River to Serrano Glacier. On arrival free time to enjoy the view. Afterward you will have lunch on a sheep farm, they way back to Hosteria Lago Grey in Torres del Paine National Park. Dinner and overnight. (B, BL, D)

Day 4 Torres de Paine National Park / Punta Arenas / Depart
Transfer from Puerto Natales to the Punta Arenas airport. (B)

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