Classic W Circuit - Torres del Paine

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Pehoe — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Grey — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Join us on this 5-day self-guided adventure and explore one of the world’s most iconic trekking destinations — Torres del Paine National Park. Travel from Puerto Natales to the park, where your unforgettable journey begins after completing the necessary registration at the entrance.

Throughout the trek, you’ll have the chance to choose between staying in cozy mountain lodges (refugios) or camping under the Patagonian sky, depending on your preferred experience.

Hike through breathtaking landscapes, from the dramatic granite peaks of Base Torres to the stunning views of the French Valley and the mighty Grey Glacier. On the final day, walk past the shimmering waters of Lake Pehoé before returning to Puerto Natales.

This self-guided program offers the perfect balance of freedom and organization, allowing you to explore the W Circuit at your own pace while enjoying pre-arranged accommodations, meals, and logistics.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Tangol

Ages: Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch
Included: Round-trip shared transfer
Included: Dinner
Included: Accommodation as per itinerary
Included: Breakfast

Not included

Not included: Guide
Not included: Medical and/or travel insurance of any type.
Not included: Any additional services not stated in the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival & Trek to Base Torres

Puerto Natales

2 hours

Departure from Puerto Natales at 07:30 a.m. by a regular bus service to Torres del Paine National Park.
Torres Del Paine National Park

10 hours Admission not included

Arrival at 09:45 in Laguna Amarga Entrance, where you will fill a form, pay the entrance ticket to the park and watch a short video regarding the park regulations.

Shuttle to the Welcome Center Estancia Cerro Paine. Short walk to Refugio Torre Central for checking-in and leaving the luggage at custody before hiking to Base Torres.Hiking to Base Torres (Distance: 11 km – 7 miles / Time: 7-9 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: high)Dinner at the cafeteria. Lodging at Refugio Torre Central.

Lodging at Refugio Torre Central or Camping

Day 2 · Trek to Los Cuernos or Francés

Torres del Paine

6 hours

Breakfast at the cafeteria and Box Lunch pick up.Hiking to Los Cuernos area, walking at the edge of Norsdenkjöld Lake, (Distance: 12 km- 8 miles / Time: 4, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium).Dinner at the cafeteria. Lodging at Refugio Los Cuernos.

Lodging at Refugio Los Cuernos or Camping

Day 3 · French Valley Exploration

Torres del Paine National Park

10 hours

Breakfast at the cafeteria and Box Lunch pick up.

Hiking to CONAF Italiano campsite (Distance: 5 km-3 miles / Time: 2, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium) In CONAF you can leave your backpack with the park ranger in order to ascend to French Valley (Distance: 3 km- 2 miles / Time: 2, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium). Hiking to Refugio Paine Grande (Distance: 7 km- 4 miles / Time: 2, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: easy/ medium).Dinner at the cafeteria. Lodging at Refugio Paine Grande.

Lodging at Refugio Paine Grande or Camping

Day 4 · Trek to Grey Glacier

Torres del Paine National Park

8 hours

Breakfast at the cafeteria and Box Lunch pick up.

Hiking to Refugio Grey, passing by different viewpoints. (Distance: 11 km-7 miles / Time: 3, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium)

In the evening, optional hiking to the hanging bridges with a panoramic view over Grey Glacier. (Distance: 4km -2 miles/ Time: 4 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium).

Dinner at the cafeteria. Lodging at Refugio Grey.

Lodging at Refugio Grey or Camping

Day 5 · Return to Paine Grande & Puerto Natales

Stop 1

Passing by

Breakfast at the cafeteria and Box Lunch pick up.

Hiking to Refugio Paine Grande. (Distance: 11 km-7 miles / Time: 3, 5 hrs. approx. /Difficulty: medium).

Option 1: 11:30 Navigation along Pehoe Lake by Hielos Patagónicos Catamaran arriving about 12.00 to Pudeto.

Regular bus at 13:00 hrs, arriving in Puerto Natales at 16:30 aprox. At the bus terminal (Rodoviario).

Option 2: 18:30 Navigation along Pehoe Lake by Hielos Patagónicos Catamaran arriving about 19:00 hrs.to Pudeto.

Regular bus at 19:00 hrs, arriving in Puerto Natales at 22:30 aprox. At the bus terminal (Rodoviario).
Puerto Natales

Passing by

Return to Puerto Natales at the bus terminal (Rodoviario).

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure Point: Avenida España 1455, Puerto Natales (bus terminal)

End point

Departure Point: Avenida España 1455, Puerto Natales (bus terminal)

Using your ticket

In cases where a refugio isn’t available, accommodation in campsites will be arranged for. Cost from the total will be reimbursed accordingly.

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sat from 9 to 18 Hs and Sundays from 10 to 19 Hs)

EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

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
You must be in a good physical condition
We recommend you to bring: road map (that will be given at the entrance of the park), thermic water bottle (minimum 1 liter), first-aid kit, torch, compass o GPS, Anti-UV sunglasses, trekking shoes, impermeable clothes, solar cream, cargo trousers, tent and sleeping bag, windbreaker, hat, thick socks, gloves, polar sweaters.