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Chile is one of the most extraordinary countries in the world with its unique geographical coastline and long slender shape. Stretching more than 4000 kilometres along the Pacific Ocean, this country's geographical diversity, topography and natural habitats is unparalleled. The high altiplano and The Atacama desert in the north, the fertile Central Valley, Patagonia's extraordinary wild beauty , Tierra del Fuego in the extreme south and the mysterious Easter Island in the South Pacific. All come together for an incredibly diverse experience best experienced up close and personal, by trekking it!
Special features of our Trekking Patagonia Tour:
Type of Tourism: Off the beaten track, Adventure, Cultural, Remote, trekking.
Places to Visit: Santiago, Valparaiso, Puerto Natales.
Duration: 8 Days and 7 Nights.
Type of Service: group tours.
Accommodation: The hotels and lodges have been carefully chosen for this route and we can guarantee that you will feel comfortable and your every need catered for!
DAY BY DAY SCHEDULE
On arrival at the airport, you will be met by your English speaking guide who will take you to the hotel in the centre. The cosmopolitan capital of Chile can be found at the foothills of the Andes so wherever you are in Santiago, the snow-capped Andes rise above you, offering spectacular sunsets which turn the snow pink! The city consists of its historical city centre as well as its impressive modern districts. The rest of the day is some free time to explore the city. We recomm...
View all photosValparaíso is a port on Chile’s coast. It's known for its cable cars heading up the steep slopes and its colourful houses on the hilltops. We will visit La Sebastiana, the quirky former residence of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, which is now a museum offering spectacular views over The Pacific Ocean. Many European immigrants left their mark on the city’s architecture and cultural institutions, many of which can be found around the central Plaza.
View all photosAfter breakfast, your guide will collect you to go to the airport for the flight to Puerto Natales, down in Patagonia. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the afternoon. We will have a detailed briefing of our trip to the Torres del Paine National Park, where you will receive your map and entrance ticket.
View all photosToday, we start at 6:30 am to take the bus to Torres del Paine National Park. We will depart to one of the park's main viewing points, The Las Torres Base Lookout Point. After the ascent, with impressive views over the park, we will descend once more you will return to the Central Sector to have dinner and rest for the evening.
View all photosToday we will trek 13, 5 km on a moderate trail to The Francés Sector, along the shore of Nordenskjöld Lake, Almirante Nieto Hill, and the striking Cuernos del Paine. Throughout the hike, we will enjoy spectacular views of Los Cuernos, hanging glaciers, lakes, and the abundant local flora and fauna, native to the National Park. After dinner, we will spend the night the Cuernos or Francés Sector.
View all photosToday’s hike is more difficult and longer at 17, 5 km. We will also climb slightly higher in elevation, reaching a 762-metre elevation. We will begin with one of the main attractions of the route, the Francés Valley. We begin with a short hike to the Italiano Campsite. From here, we will start to climb through the woods for approximately 2 km, up the Francés River Valley. From The Francés Lookout Point, we can appreciate some of the most breathtaking v...
View all photosToday is a 19 km trek to the Pehoé Lake, which offers one of the most unforgettable vistas of the park, the magnificent Grey Glacier. The trail goes around the Paine Grande Hill, the highest peak in the mountain range at 3,050 metres elevation, with incredible views of its hanging glaciers. Walking through the forests of Antarctic Beech (ñirre), Dombey's beech (coigüe), and Chilean Firebush (notro), we will reach the first lookout point over Grey Lake, where we can ...
View all photosToday is our final day and our driver will take you to the Puerto Natales airport for your onward flight, to your next exciting destination!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Hotels in the cities
- Torres del Paine National Park entrances fees.
- Regular bus. Transportation from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine and back.
- Catamaran, Departure to Paine Grande (Pehoé Lake)
- 3 nights campsite (1 night of lodging at the Central Sector, and 2 nights at the Cuernos or Francés sector.
- Campsite includes tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and liner.
- All meals on the treks : Breakfast, lunch (Box lunch) and dinner. Box lunch on return day to Puerto Natales.
- A 20% discount in the spa and 20% discount for the Patagonian barbecue at Hotel Las Torres.
- Welcome kit: includes sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towels, water bottle (stainless steel), a map and a journal notebook. This kit will be given once you take your programme voucher at Fantástico Sur’s office in Puerto Natales.
- Hikes: LasTorres Base, LosCuernos, Francés Valley and Grey Glacier lookout point.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Guide.
- Any service or meals not specified in the programme.
- Additional activities.
- Health insurance.
- Tips and Gratuities.
- Drinks.
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