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DURATION
5 Days / 4 Nights
DIFFICULTY
High
QUANTITY
Por person
Your experience begins early with a journey to Torres del Paine National Park, traveling through the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia until you reach Hotel Lago Grey. Upon arrival, you will check in for the Grey III Navigation. After a 30-minute walk along Grey Beach (not suitable for guests with reduced mobility), you will board the Grey III for a scenic cruise of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes across Grey Lake.
During the navigation, you will witness floating icebergs and enjoy spectacular views of the majestic Grey Glacier, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Upon disembarking, a short 10-minute walk will take you to Grey Refuge. From there, an additional 10-minute walk leads to the Grey Viewpoint, where you can admire one of the park’s most iconic panoramic views of the glacier. Dinner will be served at the refuge, where you can relax and prepare for the adventures ahead.
Enjoy breakfast at Grey Refuge and remember to collect your box lunch before setting off. If you didn’t have the opportunity to visit the hanging bridges the previous afternoon, you may take the morning to explore them and admire the spectacular panoramic views of Grey Glacier.
Today’s hike begins with a gradual ascent through a beautiful mountain forest, leading to the Grey Glacier Viewpoint, an area often known for its strong Patagonian winds. From there, the trail continues toward Laguna Los Patos before descending through a narrow valley back to Paine Grande Refuge, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes throughout the journey.
OPTIONAL:
For an unforgettable panoramic view of Grey Glacier, set out for an extra 3 – 4 hrs (round trip) past the refuge in the direction of the famous hanging bridges. It is by far the best lookout of the glacier. In addition to contemplating the impressive ice, you can see the depth of the ravine formed by the rivers and waterfalls that come from the Olguín Range. If luck is on your side, you may catch ice calving into the deep, freezing waters of Grey Lake.
On today’s hike, you will travel to the core of the park, skirting the blue waters of the Skottsberg lake. After approximately 2.5 hours of walking, you will arrive at the Italiano camp (park rangers), where you will begin your journey to the French Valley. Climb large rocks and then continue through the forest until you reach the French plateau. Here, you will be rewarded with incredible views of Los Cuernos, turquoise glacial lagoons, and astonishing hanging glaciers that tumble down the east face of Paine Grande Mountain (3.050 m.a.s.l.). If you are lucky, you can hear the loud noise of the glacier and the falling water, and it is very common to be able to witness an avalanche. Enjoy your box lunch and the well-deserved rest. Then you will continue your walk to Los Cuernos or Francés refuge, where you will have dinner and rest.
Enjoy your breakfast and then request your box lunch. During today’s hike, you will pass through beautiful crystalline streams, and you will be able to admire the hanging glaciers from Almirante Nieto mountain at 2,670 meters, see the majestic condors gliding from the heights, and go bordering the fascinating waters of the Nordenskjöld lake. Continue along the trail until you reach Torre Central refuge, where you can relax and enjoy dinner.
After having breakfast in the refuge, ask for your box lunch and get ready for the adventure! Today’s hike begins through the Ascencio Valley, enjoying its extensive forests. During the final ascent, you will go through an immense field of giant rocks until you reach one of the most emblematic viewpoints in the world, the famous Base Torres lookout. At an altitude of 900 meters above sea level, marvel at the 3 granite towers (north, central, and south) and the sparkling turquoise glacial lake at its feet. Take beautiful photos and enjoy your box lunch before returning along the same path to the Central refuge. Then you will take the transport that will take you back to Puerto Natales.
