Arriving at the airport of Punta Arenas, we will be met by our local team. We will be driven (approx. 3 hours) to Puerto Natales. This small port city, is the capital of the “provincial de Ultima Esperanza” (Last Hope Province). It is located about 250 km to the Northwest of Punta Arenas, at the “Seno de Ultimo Esperanza” (Last Hope Sound). It was founded in 1911, and today it has become the starting point for the excursions going to Torres del Paine & Bernardo O'Higgins National Parks. The lovers of nature and hiking from all over the world are found here. After clearing up all our doubts about the circuit with our trekking guide, we will spend our first night in Southern Patagonia in a cosy hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel 3-4*
Meals: Lunch

After having an early breakfast, we will be picked up from the hotel around 7:00 a.m. On a two hour drive along the Patagonian pampa, passing by old ranches and huge flocks of sheep, we will arrive at the park’s entrance. Soon we will start to see guanacos, one of the species of wild camelids, in their natural habitat. The majestic condor, one of the largest birds in our planet, can often be seen here. After checking into our accommodation, we will start the first hike of the circuit. The viewpoint at the base of the famous granite towers that gave the name to the park is our goal. The word “paine” means blue in the Aonikenk tongue, the language of the Tehuelches. The “towers” are the symbol of the park. They are three granite needles between 2600 y 2850 m high. We will start the trekking at the refuge, and son we will start to feel the Patagonia wind blowing our hair and the incomparable nature of this country will reward our efforts. After climbing 5 to 6 hours at a slow pace, we will arrive at the lagoon at the viewpoint. Together we will experience moments that we will remember forever. We will have to concentrate walking downhill to finally get to our destination at the end of the afternoon, feeling excited by the impressions of the day. A delicious dinner will be waiting for us at the refuge´s dining room. (Trekking time: 8-10 horas / Distance: 22 km).

Accommodation: Refuge “Torre Central”
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we will head west. A well-marked trail will take us to the Inge Lagoon at the foot of Mount Almirante Nieto, which is 2750 meters high. Ahead, the characteristic “Horns” with their contrasts of different coloured rock, show us the way. After crossing the bridge over the Bader River, and not far away, the refuge "Los Cuernos" is located. We will get there early in the afternoon. (Trekking time: 4-5 horas / Distance: 13 km).

Accommodation: Refuge “Los Cuernos”
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is a long day! Depending on the weather conditions, it will take us around 10 hours hiking to get to Lake Pehoé. During the first two hours, we will be exposed to often strong winds. After this, we will continue to the view point in the French Valley walking through vegetation that will give us good protection. From here we will have a fantastic view of the Cerro Paine Grande hanging glacier on the other side of the valley. A number of granite summits decorate the surrounding landscape: The "Sword", "Blade", "Mask", "Cathedral" & "Fort", are the names of the most attractive formations. After having a good rest in this spectacular scenario, we go back the entrance of the valley, and from there we will continue to Lake Pehoé. During the last stretch of the trekking, we will walk through bushes & grasslands. We will spend the night at the refuge Paine Grande that is very close to the shore of the lake. (Trekking time: approx. 8-10 horas / Distance: 18 km).

Accommodation: Refuge “Paine Grande”
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we will have another exciting and varied day ahead. After having a good breakfast, we will load our back packs and start our day. The trail climbs steadily but it is not too steep. Soon we will see the glaciers of the Southern Ice Field. With its 400km length, this field is the largest ice extension in the world in a temperate climate, the largest fresh water reserve in South America and the third largest in the world. We will reach the Grey Glacier which is part of the ice fields, here we will have lunch. Although it has decreased its size significantly in the last decades, it has still got a total area of about 270 square kilometres, a height of 30 metres and a width of 6 kilometres in its front. Huge icebergs in all tones of blue float in the lake, an impressive natural spectacle. We will have lunch on a hill where we will get the best views over the lake and the glacier. We will see the ice masses carving off the glacier and falling into the water and turn into icebergs. After this wonderful experience, we will return to the refuge and spend the night. In the afternoon we will have time to explore the surroundings on our own. Optionally, there is the possibility to organize a kayak excursion (2.5 hours) or an ice hike on the Grey Glacier (5 hours). If you are interested in participating in one of these activities, please let us know. Any reservation has to be done with anticipation. (Trekking time: approx. 4 hours / Distance: 11 km).

Accommodation: Refuge “Grey”
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we have a free morning. Breakfast and lunch will taste particularly good in the special atmosphere of our refuge. After lunch we will go to the pier and continue our journey by boat. Our adventure is not over yet. We will navigate and approach the gigantic ice wall of the Grey Glacier! The image is just mind blowing. From its front, a few kilometres wide and around 30 meters high, the seracs continually break with a loud crack. The tour between the icebergs, whose colours vary from white to a deep blue. This is an indescribable experience. When getting to the other side of the lake, we will hike for about 20 minutes and meet up with our vehicle. Return drive back to Puerto Natales, here we will spend the night. While driving back to town (approximately 2 hours), we will realize that over the last few days we have been able to experience one of the most spectacular places on earth. (Navigation time: approx. 2 hours).

Accommodation: Hotel 3-4*
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we will be driven to the airport of Punta Arenas (approx. 3 hours). END OF SERVICES.

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Meals: Breakfast