Torres del Paine
One of the most extraordinary unspoilt natural areas in the world
Torres del Paine National Park is regarded as one of the most extraordinary natural areas in the world. Thanks to its unique flora, fauna and spectacular landscapes, it was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978.
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The granite peaks of Torres del Paine
The national park’s symbol is the three large rock formations that tower above the unspoilt landscape. As a keen walker, you can hike to these massive giants in half a day. It’s a challenging walk involving some steep climbs, but with a magnificent reward for your efforts.
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Walks and treks
The national park is a fantastic destination for walkers. Whether you’re looking for a walk lasting a few hours, a day or several days, anything is possible. The scenery is stunning and there’s so much to see. Please feel free to contact us to discuss the options.
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Grey Glacier
The national park is home to stunning cliffs, rocks, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and glaciers. One of the most remarkable glaciers is the Grey Glacier. Its three tongues flow into Lake Grey in the south of the park. Large chunks of ice are constantly breaking off the glacier’s edge with a thunderous roar. Take a walk along the lake or go on a boat trip across it, with the glacier as a backdrop.
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Patagonia Camp
For a truly special experience, stay in a yurt at Patagonia Camp, situated within the national park. These spacious tents offer you all the comfort and convenience of a hotel room. However, sleeping in a tent allows you to feel more connected to nature. During the day, you’ll set off with Patagonia Camp’s professional guides, who’ll introduce you to the national park.
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From the water
Not much of a walker, or would you like to see Torres del Paine from a different angle? A lovely way to do this is by kayaking. Kayak across one of the deep-blue lakes, or opt for Lake Grey and paddle amongst the huge ice floes.
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In search of the Poema
Stay at Eco Camp and join Diego Araya, one of Chile’s best-known nature photographers and an authority on the puma, as you set out in search of this remarkable animal. This is a unique programme that has been specially developed and is widely recognised as the best opportunity to spot these rare predators in the wild. After the jaguar, the puma is the largest feline on the American continent.
A unique experience of nature
The national park covers an area of over 181,000 hectares. The park has roads for vehicles and footpaths for walkers. Torres del Paine boasts stunning cliffs and rock formations. Nestled within these rugged high-mountain formations are countless large and small, clear blue lakes. Rivers flow into cascading waterfalls. The vast plains form part of the Patagonian Tierra del Fuego steppe and are interspersed with dense Magellanic forests. The Grey, Tyndall and Balmaceda glaciers are remnants of a system that was once much more extensive.
The varied landscapes and significant differences in altitude create a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide range of animal and plant species. Here you’ll find Patagonian steppe grass, cypresses, coigue forests and calafate shrubs. The wildlife is also very diverse; you can spot guanacos, hares, red and grey foxes, and even pumas here.
Fancy a trip of Patagonia?
Would you like to organise your own trip of Patagonia, including a visit to Torres del Paine, and are you curious about the options available? Then do have a look at the itineraries we’ve put together for inspiration. You can book these tours directly, but we’d also be happy to put together a personalised itinerary based on your preferences and ideas.
Do you have a question? Please feel free to contact us. Call +31 73 610 62 04 or send an email to info@sapapanatravel.nl. We’ll be happy to help.