You will staying in a 3* hotel in Puerto Natales on double occupancy basis.  

Camping at the Torre Central Refuge on double occupancy basis. All camping gear will be included and set up upon arrival, including tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads.  

Camping at the Cuernos Camp on double occupancy basis.

Camping at the Paine Grande Camp on double occupancy basis.

Camping at Grey Camp on double occupancy basis.

Last night in Puerto Natales in a 3* hotel, on double occupancy basis.  

Explore the vast and dramatic stretch of Chilean Patagonia, by trekking the famouse W Trek with 52 Hike Challenge

Azure colored alpine lakes in Torres Del Paine National Park, Patagonia, with the background of tall mountains in clouds 

Grey Glacier in Torres Del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia

Views of jagged peaks in the Chilean Patagonia at sunset

You will fly to Puerto Natales via Santiago. You will be picked up in the airport and transferred to your hotel to rest.  
In the evening, you will convene for a briefing of the trip from your trekking guide, followed by a casual meet-and-greet where the group can get to know our fellow adventure buddies!  
Meals: None  

Rest up in Puerto Natales

Today’s trek follows the Ascencio Valley as it snakes through windswept hills and wide-spread beech forests. During the final ascent, you’ll traverse an immense boulder field until reaching one of the most iconic mountain viewpoints in the world, the Base of The Towers. Take some photos and have lunch before following the same path downwards to Refugio Torre Central. After a long day of hiking, enjoy a warm dinner at the lodge.
Distance: 13.6 mi/21.8km
Hiking Time: 8 -10 hrs
Elevation Gain: 2,785 ft / 850m
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch and dinner

Torres del Paine National Park - Trek to the Base of The Towers

Today, the trail leads you deep into the park towards Refugio Los Cuernos, one of the more secluded mountain lodges. Navigate over crystal clear streams, admire the hanging glaciers off of Mt. Almirante Nieto (8,760 ft / 2,642 m) and search for condors as you border the mesmerizing green-blue waters of Lake Nordenskjold. Follow the well-marked trail until you reach Refugio Los Cuernos, where you’ll unwind for the evening.
Distance: 7.4 mi / 11.9 km  
Hiking Time: 4 - 5 hrs
Elevation Loss: 992 ft / 302m
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch and dinner

Trek to Refugio Los Cuernos

After breakfast you will pass through the Frances Campsite to the base of the French Valley through a massive boulder field and a tree-lined ridge until reaching the French plateau (Mirador Frances). Here you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of Los Cuernos (the Horns), turquoise glacial lagoons and gorgeous blue hanging glaciers cascading down the east face of Paine Grande (10,000 ft / 3,048 m). If you’re lucky, you’ll hear the thundering sound of water and ice crashing down, as it is a common spot to witness avalanches. Take some photos and enjoy your packed lunch all before descending back to camp.
Distance: 10.5 mi / 16.9 km
Hiking Time: 6 - 7 hrs
Elevation Gain: 1,040 ft / 317 m
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch and dinner

Explore the French Valley

Today's trek which will take you through a narrow, winding valley that leads to Laguna de Los Patos. As you continue, you’ll start to get glimpses of the immense Southern Patagonian Ice Field as well as the iceberg marked Grey Lake. After passing through Glacier Grey’s (sometimes very windy) lookout point, the trail descends through a hilly forest until you are left face to face with the majestic Grey Glacier.
Distance: 6.8 mi/10.9km  
Hiking Time: 4 - 4.5hrs
Elevation Gain: 1,319ft/402m
Meals: Breakfast, Boxed lunch and Dinner

Grey Glacier and hike to suspension bridges

Take your time in the morning to explore the spectacular panoramic views of Grey Glacier. Then you will continue the same path back to Paine Grande Lodge to take the catamaran at 5:00PM to Pudeto, from where your bus will depart to Puerto Natales.
On this day you will have an option to add on:
- Ice Hike (Halfday) for $85
- Kayak in front of the Grey Glacier (Halfday) for $100
Distance: 6.8 mi/10.9 km
Hiking Time: 4 - 4.5 hrs
Elevation Loss: 66ft/20m
Meals: Breakfast and boxed lunch

Trek to Refugio Paine Grande – Return to Puerto Natales

We will have one last breakfast as a group to say our goodbyes, then head our separate ways to journey back home.
Meals: Breakfast

W Trek Patagonia with 52 Hike Challenge

Overview

Itinerary

Image Gallery

Accommodations

Pricing

Included:

Excluded:

Cancellation Policy

FAQ

Adventure Together

Recommended Trips

JOIN THE COMMUNITY

Outdoor tips, training plans, inspiring stories and more - don’t miss out!