Torres Del Paine is a must for its wildlife and spectacular scenery. The park enjoys a microclimate, especially
favourable to wildlife and plants; there are 105 species of birds, including 18 species of waterfowl and 11 birds of prey. Particularly
noteworthy are condors, black-necked swans, rheas, kelp geese, ibis, flamingos and austral parrots. There are also 25 species of mammals
including guanaco, hares, foxes, huemules (a species of deer) pumas and skunks. Over 200 species of plants have been identified. This, together with the
constantly changing views of fantastic peaks and ice fields, vividly coloured lakes of turquoise, ultramarine and grey and green, quiet valleys and the
massif from which rise the Torres (Towers) and Cuernos (Horns), make it a nature lovers paradise.
DAY 1:
Reception at the Punta Arenas airport and transfer across the Pampa de Magallanes to Puerto Natales (3 hours), a small town and gateway to the Torres Del Paine National Park.
We may visit en route (not guaranteed) the penguin colony of Otway. Overnight in hotel (L).
DAY 2:
Early morning, we depart towards Torres Del Paine, driving northwards untill the trail descends to the foot of the
Andes and enjoy the first views of the Cuernos Del Paine; twisted pillars of grey granite, dusted with snow and rising dramatically from
the green pastures where hundreds of guanacos welcomes our car. On the way, we visit the Milodon Cave where remains of a prehistoric giant slought were found.
We have a gentle hike to Chico and Grande Waterfalls to enjoy stupendous views over the Piane Horns, before reaching our hosteria inside the park for the night.(B L)
DAY 3:
We cross virtually the whole park to reach and hike around Grey Lake. Huge ice blocks falls from the glacier into the lake and run aground on the sandy banks of the lake.(B L)
DAY 4:
Excursion in the Rio Paine sector visiting the Lake Azul from where we have a general view
over the Paine Towers. Then we head towards Lake Amarga and Salto Paine Waterfalls. Active
participants who agree to wake up early, may trek to the base of the Paine Towers
to enjoy the most spectacular view of the National Park. (B L).
DAY 5:
Departure to Punta Arenas to take the afternoon flight back to Santiago (B).
Rated: Easy/Moderate
This journey is rather comfortable with overnights in double rooms in hotels and involving only gentle hikes.
For more active journeys into Torres del Paine National Park, visit the
Torres del Paine Trek , the
Torres del Paine Eco Camp and the
Torres del Paine Circuit pages.
Departure dates 2006:January 11 & 25 - February 8 & 22 - March 8 & 22 - April 5 & 19 - May 10 & 24 - June 7 & 21 - October 25 - November 15 - December 6 & 27
2007:January 17 - February 7 & 28 - March 21 - April 11
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Tour Tariff - Private Departures
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N° of Participants
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2
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3
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4
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5
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6
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SGL Supp.
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USD
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$ 1477
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$ 1199
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$ 1199
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$ 1199
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$ 1049
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$ 160
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EUR
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€ 1226
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€ 995
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€ 995
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€ 995
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€ 871
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€ 133
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GBP
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£ 827
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£ 671
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£ 671
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£ 671
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£ 587
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£ 89
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(*)
Price last updated on 12 March 2006. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please
always check by sending us a
quotation request .
(**) All fixed departures are shared. We also organise private departures at other dates upon request.
Included: Lodging in 3 star guesthouses, meals as specified, private transport,
experienced guides, excursions as specified, park entrance fees.
Not included: Other meals, flight from/to Punta Arenas
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