Torres del Paine Catamaran
Ferry Between Pudeto and Paine Grande
All people hiking the Torres del Paine W Trek will, at some stage, likely need to take the catamaran that connects Paine Grande to Pudeto and vice-versa. Here, we will inform you about the service, costs and departure times
Torres del Paine Catamaran Ferry
Where Does the Catamaran Operate from?
The Torres del Paine catamaran ferry service operates between the Pudeto Jetty, which is more or less in the heart of the Park, beside Pehoe Lake; and Refugio Paine Grande. However, this is NOT the catamaran that operates to see Glacier Grey – so do not be confused by this. THAT catamaran departs from Hotel Grey, way over in the western arm of the Park.
This Torres del Paine catamaran ferry service is used by people who wish to get to, or come back from, the French Valley; and those who may be coming from or going to Refugio Grey.
It is NOT POSSIBLE to make reservations. Passengers must turn up, line up and wait to board.
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Have Experience Chile make your W Trek all-inclusive itinerary reservations, and we will offer you:
CREDIT OF USD50 PER PERSON for a 3-night W trek all-inclusive itinerary or USD100 per person for a 4-night all-inclusive W trek itinerary FOR YOUR USE AGAINST OTHER RESERVATIONS THAT WE MAKE FOR YOU (hotel, transfer, flight etc).
CONDITIONS
Minimum number of nights 3, and minimum number of people 2.
Once confirmed, full payment is required within seven days. Refunds WILL be respected (less any bank costs) for cancellations up to 90 days before the first date of the service we have reserved for you. This will be the defining arrival date for the full itinerary.
The Rest of Your Itinerary
In the event that WE handle the rest of your trip in South America and make your other reservations, we will see what else we can hand back to you by way of maybe a free hotel night and / or trade rates for some reservations. Trade rates are less than the public rates. The more we can arrange and book, the better placed we are to “give you something back”.
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Antarctica with the W Trek?
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Special Torres del Paine with Antarctica Combo
If you wish to combine a W Trek itinerary with an Antarctic expedition, Experience Chile will offer you an attractive discount (maybe like a half price W Trek), or other free services, on top of any other combo offer already on the table. Therefore, ASK US FIRST if you intend to do Antarctica AND Torres del Paine!
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W Trek Catamaran
Length of the Crossing
From departing one end to arriving at the other side, crossing Pehoe Lake, the journey takes 25 minutes. From those waiting at the Pudeto end, there is a small cafeteria where you can buy hot drinks and snacks, as well as some public WC’s.
At the Refugio Paine Grande end, there is the restaurant in the refugio that serves snacks and drinks and, of course, public rest rooms are there too.
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Torres del Paine Catamaran Ferry
Information on Payment and Departure Times
How to Pay
It should be noted that payment for the Torres del Paine catamaran ferry service is required on board, in cash in local Chilean pesos, but during high season they often accept other HARD currencies, for example USD and the Euro. However, if ExperienceChile.Org is handling your travel itinerary WE CAN arrange tickets in advance – but these will not guarantee you space on a specific departure, you will STILL NEED to show up early and wait in line.
Departure Time Schedule is Further Below
Scheduling of the Torres del Paine catamaran ferry service is set at specific times, however, as this is a monopoly service, the owners can, at will, change the frequency of these departures to suit the economic reality associated with income derived from each sailing. In other words, if it looks to them like there will not be much demand in a particular day, they may well cancel a sailing.
Naturally, this does not help when it comes to planning travel itineraries, but it can happen, although not often.
Climate and Weather
Another influence on departure times is the state of the weather. If there is considerable wind the service can be suspended.
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Ticket Prices Season 2024 - 2025
Torres del Paine Catamaran
Ferry Service Between Pudeto and Paine Grande
Ticket Prices 2024-25
(subject to change without prior notice)
One way is approx USD45 per person
One backpack is included, but USD10 per extra backpack up to 50Kg)
Tickets are included with an all-inclusive W Trek Itinerary Booked with Experience Chile.
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Departure Times 2024 - 2025
Torres del Paine Catamaran
Ferry Service
Departure Times Schedule
Note: Experience Chile publishes these times in good faith. We cannot be held responsible for sudden changes to the schedule, delays or cancellations.
SEP
From Pudeto: 10:30hrs / 18:00hrs
From Paine Grande: 11:20hrs / 18:40hrs
OCT & NOV
From Pudeto: 08:30HRS / 10:30hrs and 18:00hrs
From Paine Grande: 09:20hrs / 11:20hrs and 18:40hrs
DEC / JAN / FEB
From Pudeto: 08:30hrs / 10:30hrs and 16:15hrs / 18:00hrs
From Paine Grande: 09:20hrs / 11:20hrs and 17:00hrs / 18:40hrs
MAR / APR
From Pudeto: 08:30hrs / 10:30hrs / 18:00hrs
From Paine Grande: 09:20hrs / 11:20hrs / 18:40hrs
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