Torres del Paine Circuit Trek
Which Incorporates the W Trek
Torres del Paine Circuit Trek
Torres del Paine Circuit Trek Introduction
The Torres del Paine Circuit Trek name derives from the reality that the trail loops around, from start to finish, in a circle. In addition, it is also “nicknamed” the “O” circuit, because that letter depicts a circle. Moreover, it begins at the Eastern side of the W Trek trail, from Refugio Central, Refugio Norte, Eco Camp or Hotel Las Torres. Also, in this sector is the Torres del Paine Welcome Centre.
Torres del Paine Circuit Trek
It is worth considering that the Torres del Paine Circuit Trek is the trail that includes the W Trek, but also the route that goes around the back of the Torres del Paine Central massif. Some would term this area as “the back country”. However, this trail has to be walked anti-clockwise starting at the Torres del Paine Welcome Centre.
The Full Circuit Itinerary from Puerto Natales, and back to Puerto Natales is from USD2,100 per person.
The Full Circuit Itinerary with Sector Maps
Torres del Paine Circuit Trek Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Puerto Natales.
Transfer- own arrangements (use local service) to hotel (or we can arrange this as an extra if required).
Hotel in Puerto Natales, matrimonial or twin-bed room, breakfast included
Day 2
Following a good nights sleep we will come and collect you at 06:30hrs for your private transfer to the bus terminal. Here you will board the regular bus to the Laguna Amarga entrance at Torres del Paine, arriving at around 12:00hrs. Moreover, here you need to pay park entrance fee. Following the entrance payment you will board the shuttle to the Torrs del Paine Welcome Centre from where you can begin the trek to Camping Serón, which will take around 5hrs.
Camping Serón
Previously set up tent, sleeping bags, ground matts
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 3
Optional early start, 6hr trek to the Dickson sector.
Refugio Dickson
Dorm room on bunk beds
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 4
Optional early start and start trek to Perros which is approx 5hrs
Camping Perros
Tent, sleeping bags, ground matts.
Day 5
Crossing the John Gardner path.
Very early start and trek to Refugio Grey, which is approx. 11hrs.
Refugio Grey
Dorm room on bunk beds Refugio Grey.
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 6
Late start, trek to Paine Grande sector, 4hrs.
Refugio Paine Grande
Dorm room on bunk beds Paine Grande.
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 7
Optional early start and start trek to Cuernos or Frances sector, which is approx. 5hrs direct, or 10hrs via the French Valley.
Then either a 5hr trek to the Frances sector or 6hrs on to the Cuernos sector.
Cuernos or Frances
Dorm room on bunk beds in Refugio Cuernos, or Private Cabin, or Dorm room on bunk beds in a dome at Frances.
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 8
Hike from Cuernos or Frances to Refugio El Chileno, approx. 5 hrs.
Camping El Chileno
Full Equipment: tent, sleeping bags and ground matts.
Hot dinner, breakfast and box lunch included.
Day 9
Optional very early start, 2hr trek up to Torres base, Rest, then 2hrs back to Chileno, collecting any bag you left behind and hike down to the Welcome Center.
Take the shuttle to Laguna Amarga, and make the connection with the regular bus at 14:30 hrs or at 19:30 hrs
Transfer to your Hotel
Hotel in Puerto Natales, matrimonial or twin-bed room, breakfast included
Day 10
Depart
NOTE:
In the event that any of the accommodation on the W trek is not available we will seek to secure alternative accommodation that may involve a different refugio or camping, but with the tent set up on a platform, ground mat, sleeping bag and all meals included. The rate will be the same.
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Torres del Paine Circuit Trek
Meeting the W Trek



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