The W Trek
Torres del Paine, Chile
A hiker's paradise
Arrive to Santiago, Chile and check in at the Singular Santiago for one night. The hotel is located in the Lastarria neighbourhood, fantastic to explore and for dinner outside if you have the energy.
In the morning take a domestic flight to Punta Arenas. Arriving mid-afternoon, you are collected and transferred to the lodge at Eco Camp Patagonia, and have the opportunity to rest and prepare for your adventure on the 7 day W Trek. Stay at EcoCamp Patagonia (in between two nights in refugios along the trail), the first of its kind featuring eco-friendly and sustainable geometric domes within the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park. The domes have all modern facilities and while the property is not a luxury lodge with all the trimmings, it is a great choice providing comfort and tranquility along the journey, separating yourselves from other campers or backpackers in the area.
The visually stunning W Trek highlights the best of Torres del Paine including the Grey Glacier, French Valley and the Tower base – a once in a lifetime experience. Your time hiking the W Trek has you hiking up to 26km in one day (the 2nd day) where you are walking up and along mountains amongst the most stunning backdrops viewing glaciers, lakes and of course the three granite peaks of the Paine. Trek the Paso Los Cuernos trail, the Valle del Frances trail, Pehoe – Grey trail, to the towers and Eastern Lakes – approximately 30 hours give or take of actual hiking time.
At the end of your time in the Torres del Paine National Park, you are transferred to Puerto Natales for three nights at The Singular Patagonia. Either rest and recuperate at the stunning lodge within walking distance to the small town of Puerto Natales, delight on great food and wine, or enjoy the included offerings from the excursion menu such as heading out to the Patagonian fjords, horseback riding, an estancia lunch, cycling, more trekking or kayaking.
You will love
- Hiking among breathtaking scenery
- Glamping at Eco Camp Patagonia
- Potential wildlife viewing
- Sense of achievement after completion
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
12 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | SANTIAGO
Arrive to Santiago and transfer to your accommodation. The afternoon and evening is at leisure. Head out to explore Lastarria neighbourhood and its cafes and restaurants.
DAY 2 | TORRES DEL PAINE
After breakfast transfer to the airport and fly to Punta Arenas mid-afternoon. A five hour road transfer follows, arriving to the camp late this evening.
DAY 3 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Trek Paso Los Cuernos trail. El Chileno to Los Cuernos (4‐5 hours, 12km) and enjoy great views of
Nordenskjold lake. Difficulty Level: Medium
DAY 4 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Trek to French Valley (10‐12 hours, 26km) where, along the way, you will view French Glacier and Mirador
Britanico lookout, with its stunning views of Paine Grande, Cerro Hoja, Cerro Mascara, Cerro Catedral and
more. Difficulty Level: High
DAY 5 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Trek Pehoe on the Grey trail (4 hours, 11km). The trail goes along the shores of Lake Pehoe to the northern side of the glacially beautiful Lake Grey. Take a boat (weather dependent) past Glacier Grey and disembark at the southern end where you will then transfer to the EcoCamp. Difficulty Level: Medium
DAY 6 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Trek the Towers (9 hours, 14km) the most famous trekking trail in Torres del Paine National Park. Difficulty
Level: High
DAY 7 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Trek to Eastern Lakes (3 hours, 6km), a less strenuous trail passing Canadon Macho, home to many wild guanacos and nandues, en route. Difficulty Level: Low
DAY 8 | PUERTO NATALES
Depart early morning by road to Puerto Natales |Remainder of afternoon & evening at leisure at The Singular upon check in
DAY 9 | PUERTO NATALES
Enjoy daily offerings from excursions menu such as exploring Patagonia Fjords, horseback riding, an estancia lunch, cycling, kayaking, Puerto Natales city tour and more
DAY 10 | PUERTO NATALES
Enjoy the activities offered at the lodge
DAY 11 | SANTIAGO
After breakfast road transfer to Punta Arenas airport and fly back to Santiago. Check into your accommodation and the evening is at leisure once more to rest or to enjoy nearby restaurants, shops, markets and more.
DAY 12 | INFLIGHT
After breakfast check out of your accommodation and end of arrangements.
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