Torres del Paine - The W Trek
6 days, Puerto Natales to Puerto Natales
Here's a quick six-day trip that's simply perfect as an add-on to other Patagonian adventures. Torres del Paine's W Trek is celebrated by active travellers globally as one of the most scenic treks anywhere. Spend four days walking through stunning landscapes surrounding Grey Glacier, French Valley, and the imposing three towers. While the trek alone is challenging enough, the real contest comes in needing to take your camera out so frequently.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level: Camping
Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 12, avg 10
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
6 days
Puerto Natales to Puerto Natales
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- Chile
- Patagonia
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Day 1Puerto Natales
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Puerto Natales/Laguna Azul Camp
Embark on a 4-day excursion within Torres del Paine National Park, hiking the famous W Trek. Start the 62km (38.5 mi) route by trekking to the base of Las Torres to see the dramatic three towers and turquoise lagoon below.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Laguna Azul Camp/Cuernos Camp
Wake up surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. After breakfast, continue hiking along the W route, crossing Paine River and passing through grassy fields. Stop at Lake Nordenskjöld and snap a photo of the mountains reflecting in the lake before reaching the refuge.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Cuernos Camp/Paine Grande Camp
Today hike to the French Valley lookout to see the mountain range spread across the National Park. Take in the dramatic, contrasting greens and greys on the landscape.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Paine Grande Camp/Puerto Natales
The final day of the W Trek leads to Grey Lake and the lookout point for Grey Glacier. Gaze off into the distance admiring the scale of this immense glacier. Continue trekking to Lake Pehoé and finish by taking a picturesque ferry ride across the lake enjoying the sense of accomplishment before returning to Puerto Natales for the night.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 6Puerto Natales
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Torres del Paine National Park camping excursion (3 nts)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (2 nts), camping (3 nts).
Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Allow USD80-105 for meals not included.
Transportation
Van, ferry, hiking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist mountain guides in Torres del Paine NP, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
My Own Room - From $699.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure - with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour - for any group, big or small (even just one traveller).