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Chile and Argentina - Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia
Chile and Argentina - Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia
Duration
14 days
Start/End
Puerto Natales/Punta Arenas or Ushuaia
Tour type
Group
Level
Very demanding
Accommodation
Hotel, guesthouse, tent
Overview
After five days on the W Trek in Torres del Paine you paddle to the icebergs of the Grey Glacier. Then on to Puerto Williams, the southernmost village on Earth, and with a 55–65-litre pack across the Dientes de Navarino Trek through the world’s southernmost mountains – a pioneering trip for very good fitness.
Experience the famous W-Trek in Torres del Paine in 5 days, paddle by kayak to the icebergs of the Grey Glacier and marvel at its enormous ice walls from the ship. Next, you'll travel to Tierra del Fuego, where the Dientes de Navarino Trek takes you across the southernmost mountain range in the world – wild, remote, and spectacular. You'll hike through ancient forests, pitch your tent by secluded lagoons, and explore Isla Navarino, the "Beaver Island," with its charming Puerto Williams, the southernmost village on Earth. A scenic flight over the Darwin Cordillera, the Strait of Magellan, and the Beagle Channel offers a bird's-eye view of Patagonia. With a bit of luck, you might encounter guanacos, condors, rheas – and even beavers. Insider tip: Take a boat trip from Punta Arenas to Magdalena Penguin Island – a walk among thousands of Magellanic penguins awaits you!
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Day 1
Welcome to Puerto Natales
Hotel
After arriving at the hotel, you'll have some free time to explore the charming town of Puerto Natales on your own. Weather permitting, you can already enjoy breathtaking views of the Paine Massif and Monte Balmaceda. In the afternoon, you'll meet your local trekking guide, who will give you an overview of the upcoming days of hiking.
Welcome to Puerto Natales
Day 1
Hotel
After arriving at the hotel, you'll have some free time to explore the charming town of Puerto Natales on your own. Weather permitting, you can already enjoy breathtaking views of the Paine Massif and Monte Balmaceda. In the afternoon, you'll meet your local trekking guide, who will give you an overview of the upcoming days of hiking.
Day 2
To the Torres del Paine granite towers
Tent
ca. 7-8h Distance, +/- 950 hm, 21 km
approx. 2 hours
Early in the morning, we'll take the public bus to Torres del Paine National Park (departure around 7:00 am, approximately a 2-hour journey). With a bit of luck, you might spot guanacos and rheas along the way. Upon arrival, you'll hike directly to one of Patagonia's most famous viewpoints: the three imposing Torres peaks. The hike is challenging but rewards you with a breathtaking panorama.
To the Torres del Paine granite towers
Day 2
Tent
ca. 7-8h Distance, +/- 950 hm, 21 km
approx. 2 hours
Early in the morning, we'll take the public bus to Torres del Paine National Park (departure around 7:00 am, approximately a 2-hour journey). With a bit of luck, you might spot guanacos and rheas along the way. Upon arrival, you'll hike directly to one of Patagonia's most famous viewpoints: the three imposing Torres peaks. The hike is challenging but rewards you with a breathtaking panorama.
Day 3
Along Lago Nordenskjöld
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 4-5h Distance, +/- 350 hm, 12-13 km
Today you'll hike along Lake Nordenskjöld to Camp Los Cuernos, passing Monte Almirante Nieto. You might even spot condors or Andean eagles soaring overhead. Alternative route (in case of overbooking): You hike a shorter distance along Lago Nordenskjöld before taking the public transfer to the “Pudeto Sector” and then crossing Lake Pehoe by catamaran to the Lodge/Camp Paine Grande.
Along Lago Nordenskjöld
Day 3
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 4-5h Distance, +/- 350 hm, 12-13 km
Today you'll hike along Lake Nordenskjöld to Camp Los Cuernos, passing Monte Almirante Nieto. You might even spot condors or Andean eagles soaring overhead. Alternative route (in case of overbooking): You hike a shorter distance along Lago Nordenskjöld before taking the public transfer to the “Pudeto Sector” and then crossing Lake Pehoe by catamaran to the Lodge/Camp Paine Grande.
Day 4
Into the French valley
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
approx. 6-7h Distance, +/- 600 hm, 17 km
Today we're heading up into the Valle Francés. You'll climb from Campamento Italiano to the "Mirador," a viewpoint at about 550 meters – with a bit of luck, you might see ice avalanches thundering down from Paine Grande. If the weather is good, the further ascent to the "Circuito de Granito" is worthwhile. Afterwards, you'll hike back via Skottsberg Lake to Pehoe Lake.
Into the French valley
Day 4
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
approx. 6-7h Distance, +/- 600 hm, 17 km
Today we're heading up into the Valle Francés. You'll climb from Campamento Italiano to the "Mirador," a viewpoint at about 550 meters – with a bit of luck, you might see ice avalanches thundering down from Paine Grande. If the weather is good, the further ascent to the "Circuito de Granito" is worthwhile. Afterwards, you'll hike back via Skottsberg Lake to Pehoe Lake.
Day 5
To the Grey Glacier
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 4-5h Distance, +/- 350 hm, 12 km
Today you'll hike along the "Path of the Winds" with fantastic views of the Grey Glacier. Along the way, you might see foxgloves or palomitas growing by the roadside. Your destination is Camp Grey. In the afternoon you have free time – or you can opt for a kayak tour among the icebergs or a glacier hike on the Grey Glacier (advance booking required, weather dependent).
To the Grey Glacier
Day 5
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 4-5h Distance, +/- 350 hm, 12 km
Today you'll hike along the "Path of the Winds" with fantastic views of the Grey Glacier. Along the way, you might see foxgloves or palomitas growing by the roadside. Your destination is Camp Grey. In the afternoon you have free time – or you can opt for a kayak tour among the icebergs or a glacier hike on the Grey Glacier (advance booking required, weather dependent).
Day 6
Boat tour and return to Puerto Natales
Hotel, including breakfast and packed lunch
about 2 hours
In the morning you will travel by boat along the glacier front of the Grey Glacier – a unique experience! Afterwards, you will be taken back to Puerto Natales by private transfer.
Boat tour and return to Puerto Natales
Day 6
Hotel, including breakfast and packed lunch
about 2 hours
In the morning you will travel by boat along the glacier front of the Grey Glacier – a unique experience! Afterwards, you will be taken back to Puerto Natales by private transfer.
Day 7
Free day in Puerto Natales & onward journey to Punta Arenas
Hotel, including breakfast
approx. 3 h
Use the day for your own explorations or optionally book a boat tour to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, a kayaking tour, or a horseback riding excursion through the Patagonian steppe. In the evening, you will continue your journey to Punta Arenas by public bus.
Free day in Puerto Natales & onward journey to Punta Arenas
Day 7
Hotel, including breakfast
approx. 3 h
Use the day for your own explorations or optionally book a boat tour to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, a kayaking tour, or a horseback riding excursion through the Patagonian steppe. In the evening, you will continue your journey to Punta Arenas by public bus.
Day 8
Flight to Puerto Williams (Tierra del Fuego)
Guesthouse, including breakfast and dinner
Flight approx. 40 min
Today you will be taken to the airport and fly to Puerto Williams, the southernmost settlement in the world. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure – a visit to the Martin Gusinde Museum is highly recommended!
Flight to Puerto Williams (Tierra del Fuego)
Day 8
Guesthouse, including breakfast and dinner
Flight approx. 40 min
Today you will be taken to the airport and fly to Puerto Williams, the southernmost settlement in the world. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure – a visit to the Martin Gusinde Museum is highly recommended!
Day 9
Start of the Dientes de Navarino trek
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time, +600/-200 meters elevation gain/loss, 9 km
The trek begins! You hike through southern beech forest and marshy terrain to Laguna Salto, where you pitch your tent. You carry everything you need for the next few days in your backpack.
Start of the Dientes de Navarino trek
Day 9
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time, +600/-200 meters elevation gain/loss, 9 km
The trek begins! You hike through southern beech forest and marshy terrain to Laguna Salto, where you pitch your tent. You carry everything you need for the next few days in your backpack.
Day 10
Over the Paso Primero to Laguna Escondida
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 5h Distance, +/- 400 hm, 9.5 km
After breaking camp, you'll hike up to the Mirador de los Dientes viewpoint, offering magnificent panoramic views. From there, you'll trek along alpine trails and across snowfields to the Paso Australia and on to the beautiful Laguna Escondida.
Over the Paso Primero to Laguna Escondida
Day 10
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 5h Distance, +/- 400 hm, 9.5 km
After breaking camp, you'll hike up to the Mirador de los Dientes viewpoint, offering magnificent panoramic views. From there, you'll trek along alpine trails and across snowfields to the Paso Australia and on to the beautiful Laguna Escondida.
Day 11
Beaver landscapes & Montes Lindenmayer
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 5h Distance, +/- 300 hm, 8 km
Today you'll traverse one of the most remote valleys on the circuit. You'll hike via Paso Ventarron and Paso Guerrico, past beaver dams and lagoons, to Laguna Martillo.
Beaver landscapes & Montes Lindenmayer
Day 11
Tent, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
ca. 5h Distance, +/- 300 hm, 8 km
Today you'll traverse one of the most remote valleys on the circuit. You'll hike via Paso Ventarron and Paso Guerrico, past beaver dams and lagoons, to Laguna Martillo.
Day 12
Final Pass & Return to Puerto Williams
Guesthouse, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner.
approx. 7-8 h walking time, +420/-830 m elevation, 15 km
Finally, you'll climb over the highest point of the trek – Paso Virginia (829 m). From the top, you can see as far as Isla Hoste and the Beagle Channel. Afterwards, it's a steep descent to the Las Guanacas glacial lagoon and on through the forest to the end point.
Final Pass & Return to Puerto Williams
Day 12
Guesthouse, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner.
approx. 7-8 h walking time, +420/-830 m elevation, 15 km
Finally, you'll climb over the highest point of the trek – Paso Virginia (829 m). From the top, you can see as far as Isla Hoste and the Beagle Channel. Afterwards, it's a steep descent to the Las Guanacas glacial lagoon and on through the forest to the end point.
Day 13
Return flight to Punta Arenas or boat to Ushuaia
Hotel, including breakfast
Today you say goodbye to your trekking group. You fly back to Punta Arenas – or (depending on availability) take a boat to Ushuaia.
Return flight to Punta Arenas or boat to Ushuaia
Day 13
Hotel, including breakfast
Today you say goodbye to your trekking group. You fly back to Punta Arenas – or (depending on availability) take a boat to Ushuaia.
Day 14
Farewell to Patagonia
Breakfast
Your journey ends after breakfast. If you like, you can take a boat trip to Magdalena Island in the morning to see Magellanic penguins up close (optional, weather permitting).
Farewell to Patagonia
Day 14
Breakfast
Your journey ends after breakfast. If you like, you can take a boat trip to Magdalena Island in the morning to see Magellanic penguins up close (optional, weather permitting).
Services
What's included
Guesthouse or double rooms with bathroom, tent camps as per tender.
Local porters for the expedition tents and cooking equipment during the Navarino Trek
Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner as per description
Local English-speaking, certified trekking tour guide
All public and private transfers as per tour itinerary
Boat trip along the Grey Glacier
Entrance to Torres del Paine National Park
Emergency equipment including first aid kit and VHF radio / satellite phone
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
Personal equipment
Visa and vaccinations, if required
Tips for guide and porters
Meals and drinks not included in the original listing
Tour guide on transfer days
Personal expenses
Optional excursions
Domestic flights (except to/from Puerto Williams) and airport fees
Excess baggage fees
Character of the trip
Fitness
Very demanding
Altitude
Low
Culture / nature
Pure nature
This trekking tour has a truly pioneering character and will take you to regions with no infrastructure and far from civilization. Therefore, you should be in very good physical condition, have robust health, and possess stamina, be able to withstand all weather conditions, and have sure footing. You must be able to manage daily stages of 4 to 8 hours with an elevation gain of between 350 and 950 meters, carrying a 55–65 liter backpack through swampy and rugged terrain.
Team spirit, tolerance, a willingness to compromise, and a readiness to forgo comfort and adapt flexibly to your tour leader and fellow travelers are also essential. Sleeping in a tent is, of course, part of the experience – as is your assistance with all camp activities.
Dates and prices
Group dates
Optional
Single room/tent supplement
€750.00
per person
Private tours for 4 or more people can be booked on request.
Notes on the trip
Program adjustments depending on weather conditions
The safety of our participants is our top priority on our active tours. Since we often travel in alpine or remote regions, weather conditions such as strong winds, fog, persistent rain or snowfall, as well as other unforeseen circumstances, can affect the execution of the planned route. In such cases, our experienced local guide will react flexibly and adjust the route or program accordingly to ensure the safety of everyone involved. These decisions are always made in the best interests of all participants, so that the tour remains safe and as enjoyable as possible. Any claims for compensation are excluded in such cases.
