4-Day Self Guided W Express Trekking - Torres Del Paine, Puerto Natales

About this activity

Explore the highlights of Torres del Paine National Park on this 4-day self-guided tour departing from Puerto Natales. Stay in the National Park for 3 nights and immerse in one of the most breathtaking places in the southern hemisphere. Ideal for nature and trekking lovers, the geography of this park places the W circuit as one of the most recognized hiking trails worldwide. See up close the massive granite towers that give the Park its name, walk alongside the breathtaking "Cuernos del Paine" and be amazed by the stunning shapes of the "Francés Valley." Come and enjoy the awe-inspiring Grey Glacier, where the ice blends into the clouds on the horizon.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 16 people
People per booking: 1–6
Operated by: Say Hueque Travel

Ages: Adults (12–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 3 nights of accommodation in Torres del Paine
Included: Pehoé Lake Catamaran Navigation
Included: Lunch
Included: Round-trip shared transfer from Puerto Natales
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Welcome Kit: sleeping-bag liner, microfiber towel, stainless steel water bottle, a map, a notebook.
Included: National Park Entrance Fee

Not included

Not included: Any service not speciﬁed in the program
Not included: Health Insurance & Luggage Porter
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Drinks.
Not included: Guide assistance

Itinerary

Day 1 · Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park

Puerto Natales

one hour

Today is the day! This morning, you will head by yourself to Puerto Natales bus station to board a regular bus to Torres del Paine National Park. You will be handed in your vouchers and a map of the park.
Torres Del Paine National Park

3 hours Admission included

The trip to Torres del Paine National Park takes about 2.5 hours (112 km). Note: Lunch is included.
Stop 3

one hour Admission included

Upon arrival in the morning, you will check in at the Central Sector.
MIrador Las Torres

9 hours Admission included

By noon, you will start your hike to one of the park’s landmarks, Las Torres Base Lookout Point. During the first stretch, you will walk through the pampa, cross the Ascencio River and then climb 3km up to Los Vientos Mountain Pass where you will enjoy amazing views of the valley and lakes.

You will continue your journey to the Chileno Mountain Refuge, and then go deep into a lenga forest up to La Morrena, where the hardest part of the hike begins. You will walk through a rock trail to the spectacular Las Torres Base Lookout Point. Later, you will begin your descent to the Central Sector where you will have dinner and stay the night.

Walking: 8 to 10 hours – 19.5 km – High Difficulty

Altitude: Initial 120m – Highest 870m

Note: Beverages are not included - Water available at the streams of the park- dinner may be a box-dinner tbc - · Note: Beverages are not included - Water available at the streams of the park

in Central Sector

Day 2 · Torres del Paine – Hike French Sector

Nordenskjold Lake

6 hours

Today you will walk for about 13.5 km along the Shore of Nordenskjöld Lake, Almirante Nieto Hill, and the striking Cuernos del Paine. During the hike, you will enjoy magnificent views of Los Cuernos, hanging glaciers, lakes, and the abundant local vegetation and wildlife.

Dinner will be held in the French Sector where you will spend the night.

Walking: 4.5 to 6.5 hours – 13.5 km – Medium Difficulty

Elevation gain: 200m

Box Lunch Note: Beverages are not included - Water available at the streams of the park. · Note: Beverages are not included - dinner may be a box-dinner tbc

in the French Sector

Day 3 · Torres del Paine – Hike French Valley

Stop 1

9 hours

Your day begins with one of the icons of the circuit, the French Valley. You will start early with a light hike to the Italiano Campsite. From there, you will begin your climb through the woods (about 2 km) up the French River Valley. You will continue to the French Lookout Point, where you will enjoy one of the most breathtaking views of the circuit.
Stop 2

Passing by

The view to the valley framed by the Hills Paine Grande, Catedral, Hoja, Máscara, Espada, Aleta de Tiburón, and Cuerno del Norte. It will leave you speechless!

After this spectacle, following this magnificent experience you will begin the descent to the French Sector.

Walking: 7 to 9 hours – 17.5 km – High Difficulty

Altitude: Initial 120m – Highest 762m

Box Lunch Note: Beverages are not included - Water available at the streams of the park. · Note: Beverages are not included. Water available at the streams of the park dinner may be a box-dinner tbc

in the French Sector

Day 4 · Torres del Paine – Hike Grey Glacier Sector - Pehoé Lake Navigation - Puerto Natales

Glaciar Grey

Passing by

Today you will reach the third milestone of the circuit, a place that offers one of the most unforgettable sceneries of the park: the magnificent Grey Glacier.
Stop 2

Passing by

The trail goes around Paine Grande Hill, the highest peak in the mountain range (3,050 m), with incredible views of its hanging glaciers.
Stop 3

Passing by

Walking amidst Antarctic Beech (ñirre), Dombey's beech (coigüe), and Chilean firebush (notro), you will reach the first lookout point of Grey Lake, where you will see floating pieces of glacier.
Stop 4

10 min

After that, you may continue to walk towards the imposing view of Grey Glacier to reach the Grey Mountain Refuge.

Total walking on day 5: 6 to 8 hours – 19 km – High Difficulty

Altitude: Initial 43m – Highest 313m
Stop 5

30 min

Then, you will return to the Paine Grande Sector and take the 6:30 pm catamaran that will take you to Pudeto.
Puerto Natales

Passing by

There, you will board the bus that will take you back to Puerto Natales. You will be back at about 9 - 9.30 PM.

Box Lunch Note: Beverages are not included - Water available at the streams of the park.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Starting point: Puerto Natales Bus Station

End point

Starting point: Puerto Natales Bus Station

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical condition. Not recommended for pregnant women.
According to the Tax Code, to be exempt from the 19% VAT, international guests must provide the following documents upon check-in: Passport and Immigration Form (given by the Immigration Officer upon arrival). If the documents are not provided, the tax will be charged in CLP at the beginning of the program.
Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine: 2.5 hours. The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on weather conditions.

Cancellation

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Good to know

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
IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth are required at time of booking for all participants.
All travellers must assist a briefing before going on this tour. Time and address will be confirmed once you have booked.
To be exempt from the 19% VAT, international guests must provide the following documents upon check-in: Passport and Immigration Form (given by the Immigration Officer upon arrival). If the documents are not provided, the tax will be charged in CLP at the beginning of the program.
Camping includes: Tent, sleeping bag and insulating camping mat
Vegetarian option available. Please advise any specific dietary requirements/allergies at time of booking.
The difficulty of this program is MEDIUM / HIGH.

Options

Lodging at a Mountain Refuge

lodging in a Mountain Refuge : Accommodation includes a bed in a shared Dorm
Accommodation in Campsite tent

Campsite: Campsite includes tent, sleeping bag, and insulating camping mat