Discover the Untamed Beauty of the Torres del Paine W Trek Hike
Reservations for the Torres del Paine W Trek require booking accommodation well in advance, especially for the peak hiking season of December, January, and February. Trekkers must secure specific nightly stops along the 63-kilometer trail, with options ranging from budget-friendly refugios and serviced camping sites to premium glamping domes and luxury lodges. Because multiple park concessionaires operate these sites, booking through an all-inclusive custom itinerary provider is the most reliable way to sync logistical connections, park entry permits, catamaran transfers, and trail meals into a single reservation.
W Trek
Torres del Paine has become synonymous with a particular trail called “the W trek”. The reason for this is due to the fact that this was the first trail of length that could be enjoyed staying overnight in simple refugios (hostels) or camping. Therefore, the overall outdoor, active walking experience of being in Patagonia amid some of the most outstanding and dramatic geographical scenery on Earth for a few days was very appealing.
In addition, due to the restrictions on holiday time, the W Trek became the most sought-after trail because it could be completed in 2 or 4 days. The W trek today can be hiked in a “super express” way (a shortened version) with only two nights’ accommodation on the trail, a usual “express” option with three nights on the trail, or the typical and traditional 4-night option on the trail. Also, there are extended 5- and 6-night options on the trail.
The Three Valleys of the W Trek
The W Trek gets its name from the shape of the trail route. The trail takes you into three distinct valleys, each offering a completely different Patagonian landscape.
Ascensio Valley (The Base of the Towers)
This is the most famous leg of the trek. It takes you through lush, green, lenga (beech) forests, and up and over a steep, rocky, glacial moraine to the iconic viewpoint at the foot of the threee spires.
- Key Highlight: Las Torres viewpoint of the three, vertically-sided granite towers, and the glaciel lagoon.
- Hike Distance from the Welcome Centre: 18km (11.1 miles) round trip.
- Hike Time Required from the Welcome Centre: Up to 9hrs return.
- Diffculty Level: Strenuous.
- Nearby Accommodation: Premium Camping Chileno (half way up the trail), and Refugio and Premium Camping Central at the trail head. Also Hotel Las Torres and ECO Camp.
French Valley (The Middle Sector)
Located in the centre of the “W”, this valley offers dramatic 360-degree views. You will hike alongside the roaring French River and look up at massive hanging glaciers that frequently carve off into thunderous ice avalanches.
- Key Highlight: The French Valley amphitheatre and views of the Cuernos (Horns) peaks.
- Hike Distance from Paine Grande or Cuernos: 16km (10 miles) round trip.
- Hike Time Required from Paine Grande or Cuernos: Between 7 to 9hrs return, depending on if you go to the end, or only to the viewpoint.
- Diffculty Level: Moderate to Strenuous.
- Nearby Accommodation: Refugio and Premium Camping Frances; Refugio, Cabins and Refugio Cuernos, Refugio Paine Grande (and camping).
Grey Valley (The Western End)
The trail at the western end runs alongside the Grey Lake. It brings you face-to-face with huge blue, ice wall of Glacier Grey, which is part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
- Key Highlight: Grey Glacier viewpoints and the thrilling hanging bridges.
- Hike Distance from Paine Grande or Cuernos: 11km (6.8 miles) from Paine Grande.
- Hike Time Required from Paine Grande: Usually 4hrs.
- Diffculty Level: Moderate.
- Nearby Accommodation: Refugio Grey and Refugio Paine Grande (and standard camping at each place).
Plan Your Adventure Today with this Summary of the Torres del Paine W Trek Hike
- Torres del Paine in located in the heart of Chilean Patagonia, in the far south of the country.
- The Torres del Paine W Trek Patagonia Hiking Trail is a low-level mountain path hike that will lead you to the three, most sought-after destinations: The Torres Base, French Valley and Glacier Grey. It should be noted that in some sectors there are moderately steep inclines.
- Hiking the W Trail is not so difficult, but you need to be in good physical shape and be able to walk for up to 9hrs a day in parts. The full hike will require 4 nights / 5 days, however, it can be customised to suit your requirements of time.
- Bear in mind that the W Trek trail can be overly popular during the high-season period of December, January and February. Therefore, to avoid the saturation of people think about coming in October, November, March and April.
Q. What kind of equipment will I need to do the W Trek?
Considering that Torres del Paine is located in the far south of Chile, in the heart of Patagonia, the weather is reliably changeable. One moment it can be very lovely, not much wind, dry and sunny. However, a few hours later is may change to being incredibly windy, rainy and cold. Therefore, it is essential that you have the right hiking clothes for both the good and the bad regarding weather.
- Base layers: 2-3 pairs of moisture-wicking synthetic or merino wool shirts (e.g., long-sleeve for sun/cold protection).
- Insulation: 1 lightweight fleece and 1 packable down/synthetic puffer jacket.
- Shell: 1 breathable, waterproof rain jacket and rain pants.
- Bottoms: 1-2 pairs of hiking leggings or durable soft-shell hiking pants.
- Underwear: 4-5 pairs of synthetic/merino wool (quick-drying)
See our CLOTHES TO PACK advice.
In addition, hiking poles will be very useful.
Types of Accommodation along the W Trek Trail
The levels and types of accommodation located at strategic stations along the W Trek trail are detailed below. However, for all the options please click our link to the W Trek Accommodation Page.
Accommodation on the trail is spread between hostels, which are called refugios, or mountain huts; camping and in one spot, small, two-person capacity cabins. However, in addition, there are also other options not on the actual trail such as hotels, glamping and luxury lodges.
It should be noted that apart from hiking, you can also add into your itinerary activities such as ice hiking, kayaking and a navigation in front of Glacier Grey.
Refugios (or Huts)
Most important to know is that a “refugio” is basically a hostel. If you are the type of person who is fine sleeping in a bunk bed, in a dormitory with up to 6 or 8 people then the refugios that are located at strategic intervals along the trail will be fine for you. At the refugios, also now know as huts, you will find communal, segregated shower and WC rooms. In addition, you will be able to receive good food such as a hot dinner, breakfast and a box lunch each day.
Inside Refugio Grey
Outside Refugio Cuernos
W Trek Hiker in the Woods
Camping
It should be noted that these days there are premium camping tents and standard camping tents.
What is the difference between Premium Camping and Standard Camping?
Premium camping is a tent made from higher quality material, more spacious and, pitched on top of a high raised platform. Why? Being higher off the ground allows for the occupants of the tent to be off the cold, ground level as well as allow animals to wonder freely underneath. More info here about Premium Camping Moreover, standard camping is the “usual” tent on the ground.
Premium Camping is found on the W Trek at Chileno, Frances, Cuernos and on the Circuit trek, at Seron.
Standard camping is at Paine Grande and Grey, on the W Trek and at Dickson and Perros on the Circuit trek.
Premium Camping
Standard Camping
W Trek Hikers at Torres Base
Glamping
Camping at a high-end level has been referred to as “Glamping” for many years now. Effectively, Glamping is accommodation under canvass (or hard plastic), but with all the facilities that you will find in a private, hotel room.
On the Torres del Paine W Trek trail, at the trail head that leads to the Torres Base is the Glamping place called ECO Camp (the ECO referring to its ecological focus). Off the trail there is another Glamping place called Patagonia Camp and here you will find Yurt Camps. Each option only offers all-inclusive itinerary programs which we can book.
ECO Camp at Torres Base Trail Head
Patagonia Camp Glamping Near Torres del Paine
W Trek Hiker
Luxury Lodges
In the event that you have the budget, and you want the best, top-end, luxury accommodation, features and services, then we can arrange an all-inclusive stay at one of the luxury lodges.
Here, you will enjoy fabulous accommodation with modern bathrooms, great food, and in some places, the added facilities of an indoor pool and spa as well as educated guides. But, most importantly, staying at a top-end lodge adds another dimension to your overall experience in Torres del Paine. You would hike a leg of the W trek each day and return to the lodge at the end of each day.
W Trek from Luxury Lodge Tierra Patagonia
W Trek from Luxury Lodge Explora
Happy Clients at Torres Base
Are There Any Hotels on the W Trek Trail?
There is only one hotel on the actual trail. This is Hotel Las Torres, located at the trail head in the Eastern sector, that leads up to the Torres Base. Hotel Las Torres can be booked, with benefits, by ExperienceChile.Org with half board and full board options as well as all-inclusive itinerary programs.
Also at this end of the trail is the ECO Camp. Again, ExperienceChile.Org can book a stay here, but only under an all-inclusive itinerary program.
Apart from the eastern end of the trail, the only other hotel that can be considered “on the trail” is Hotel Lago Grey over in the western sector, on the southern shores of Lake Grey, but not on the actual trail. ExperienceChile.Org can include stays at any of the places mentioned and make your W Trek itinerary work any way you want, including being based in Puerto Natales or another hotel in Torres del Paine.
Superior Room Hotel Grey
Hotel Las Torres
Admiring the View at Grey Lookout
What Our Clients Say
We have received several hundred great reviews and testimonials over the years – far too many to publish. Below is a “snippet”, but we have also JUST joined the Trust Pilot, independent review platform and this is accesible from our main Experience Chile site via the link below.
Nicola Bucci Feb 2024
Hi Experience Chile,
John Chambers, Jan 2024
Hi Charles,
Hope you are well. Thank you for your guidance and assistance in what was a truly memorable trip. Hopefully we will get to return to Chile one day.
Cheers John
Thanks John
Li Zeng, Mar 2024
Dear Charles,
Hope my email finds you well. Just want to thank you for your great work to get our luggage back from Chile.
I received it well today at my home in the UK. Fabulous experience and memory with your team.
Best wishes,
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Celese Spencer, Jan 2024
Hello,
We have returned from our trip to Chile and Patagonia and I wanted to provide a review of your services.
Overall, the trip was absolutely fantastic.
Hiking beneath the towering mountains of Torres del Paine with Andean Condors soaring above us, roaring rivers, through the wind and a bit of rain was a trip we will never forget.
The reason we hired you was the challenge of booking campsites along the W-trek with two different companies.
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Custom W Trek
REF Custom W – Designed for You Alone
X Nights / Y Days
Tell us what you want, where, when, how many nights, with private transfers or not, with navigation grey or not, with kayak and ice hike on Grey glacier or not, in refugios, camping, hotels or luxury lodges. Add in El Calafate and or El Chalten, with or without Perito Moreno Glacier.
Are you a Group? Then let us take away your logistical headache. We will put it all together for you.
Cost to be coordinated with your budget.
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Decide on Where You Want to Sleep Each Night When Hiking the W!
Introduction
There are numerous ways in which to experience the Torres del Paine W Trek. One, is to do the traditional program and either stay overnight at refugios or equipped camping (tents and all gear set up and supplied) placed at strategic points along the trail.
Refugios and/or Euipped Camping
These on trail locations are at (east to west), for example: Chileno/ Central, Frances, Cuernos, Paine Grande and Grey.
Hotel (Private Room and Own Bathroom)
However, these days it is also possible to stay at one hotel in Torres del Paine, or even at Puerto Natales (less cost) and we (Experience Chile) can arrange for a private transfer to bring you to the trail head that you need, each day. This means you avoid the busy, regular bus and get back to the comfort of a warm, private room with your own en-suite bathroom at the end of an active day.
Luxury Lodges (Everything Top Notch)
On the other hand, there is also the option of enjoying the delights of a luxury lodge with top, educated guides, transportation to and from trail heads, great food, fantastic accommodation and usually, top spa facilities. To be clearer, regular W Trek is like “flying in economy”, whereas luxury W Trek is like “flying in first class”.
Experience Chile Self Guided W Trek Itineraries
In order to hike the W Trek trail you can start in the East and go West, or begin in the West and go east. For more information about this, please click the links below.
What follows are the options from us, for pre-arranged W Trek programs. Obviously, in order to hike a full day or multiple days, you will need accommodation. Therefore, we present many options below, including HOTEL, LUXURY LODGE, REFUGIO and EQUIPPED CAMPING.
The rates below are to give you and idea, so please take them as an approx. Why is this? In the case of hotels, there are so many rate variables, such as low season, high season and peak season, as well as different costs for the varied category of rooms. Therefore, we offer you an idea of cost, but will, of course, provide actual, final costs once we have secured what you want.
All refugio and equipped camping accommodation comes with: regular bus transport in and out of Torres del Paine, park entry tickets, all meals on the trail and catamaran tickets.
Hotel accommodation includes private transfers or shared-private transfers, plus the other services as with refugios and camping.
ONE VALLEY 2 NIGHTS W TREK
REF A – ONE VALLEY 2 NIGHTS SELF GUIDED W TREK HIKE
The Full W Trek encompases three, different valleys. Running east to west, these are: The Ascensio Valley, the end of which is the TORRES BASE; the FRENCH VALLEY (in the middle of the trail), and on the western arm, the GREY LAKE and GLACIER GREY.
This itinerary will allow you to do a full day hike to either the TORRES BASE, or THE FRENCH VALLEY or THE GREY GLACIER LEG. Both pre and post the hike you will need accommodation, taking into consideration one of the options mentioned below. For example, both nights in a hotel in Puerto Natales, or in a refugio at the trail head, or using fully-equipped, serviced camping.
W Trek One Valley One Day Rates and What is Included
One Valley 2 Nights Accommodation W Trek Self Guided Itinerary
Hike one of the following valleys in one day:
- Torres Base
- French Valley
- Grey Lake to Glacier Grey
Included is:
- Private transfer to and back from the trail head if staying in a hotel (if you stay at the trail head, this transfer will be one way to, or back from, Torres del Paine).
- If not a private transfer, transport will be in a regular bus.
- If HOTEL stay – breakfast included and a box lunch the day of the hike.
- TDP Park entry tickets included.
- If a REFUGIO or EQUIPPED CAMPING stay, dinner, breakfast and a box lunch is included.
- If hiking to the FRENCH VALLEY or GLACIER GREY as your full day hike, the catamaran tickets are included.
Where Should I Stay?
RATES ARE PER PERSON AND IN USD, BASED AROUND TWO PEOPLE SHARING ONE ROOM (OR TENT)
Options are:
- 1 – Private Transfer & Refugio Stay: USD1,488 (2 nights refugio)
- 2 – Regular Bus & Refugio Stay: USD1,175 (2 nights refugio)
- 3 – Private Transfer & Camping: USD1,313 (2 nights camping)
- 4 – Regular Bus & Camping: USD1,000 (2 nights camping)
- 5 – Hotel (in P Natales): USD780 (2 nights)
- 6 – NEW High Level Hotel in the TDP area: USD1,230 (2 nights)
- 7 – Mid Level Hotel in TDP: USD1,240 (2 nights)
Fill in our enquiry form below and let us know which one you want.
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2 VALLEYS 3 NIGHTS W TREK
REF B – TWO VALLEYS – 3 NIGHTS SELF GUIDED W TREK HIKE
The Full W Trek encompases three, different valleys. Running east to west, these are: The Ascensio Valley, the end of which is the TORRES BASE; the FRENCH VALLEY (in the middle of the trail), and on the western arm, the GREY LAKE and GLACIER GREY.
Below, we have an itinerary that will deliver you two of the three valleys. For example, you may want to see the TORRES BASE on one day, and the following day you may wish to see the FRENCH VALLEY. Alternatively, you may prefer to skip one of the aforementioned and change one for the GREY GLACIER.
W Trek Two Valleys Two Days Rates and What is Included
Two Valleys 3 Nights Accommodation W Trek Self Guided Itinerary
Hike two of the following valleys in two days:
- Torres Base
- French Valley
- Grey Lake to Glacier Grey
Included is:
- Private transfer to and back from the trail head if staying at a hotel (if you stay at the trail head, this transfer will be one way to, or back from, Torres del Paine).
- If not a private transfer, transport will be in a regular bus.
- If HOTEL stay – breakfast included and a box lunch the day of the hike.
- TDP Park entry tickets included.
- If a REFUGIO or EQUIPPED CAMPING stay, dinner, breakfast and a box lunch is included.
- If hiking to the FRENCH VALLEY or GLACIER GREY as your full day hike, the catamaran tickets are included.
- If staying in a luxury lodge everything is included.
Where Should I Stay?
RATES ARE PER PERSON AND IN USD, BASED AROUND TWO PEOPLE SHARING ONE ROOM (OR TENT)
Options are:
- 1 – Refugio: USD1,410 (3 nights refugio)
- 2 – Camping: USD1,200 (3 nights camping)
- 3 – Hotel (in P Natales): USD1,360 (3 nights)
- 4 – NEW High Level Hotel in the TDP area: USD2,035 (3 nights)
- 5 – Mid Level Hotel in TDP: USD1,675 (3 nights)
- 6 – Luxury Lodge in TDP: USD2,385 (3 nights)
OR
REFUGIO 3 NIGHTS W TREK ALL INCLUSIVE – TOTAL USD3,075 – 2 PAX OR USD1,538 PER PERSON (NON REFUNDABLE)
EQUIPPED CAMPING 3 NIGHTS W TREK ALL INCLUSIVE – TOTAL USD2,550 – 2 PAX OR USD1,275 PER PERSON (NON REFUNDABLE)
Fill in our enquiry form below and let us know which one you want.
W Trek Accommodation Trail Supplier All- Inclusive Programs (include welcome kits with 30 mins wi-fi):
*STAYING ON THE TRAIL AT CENTRAL – FRANCES – FRANCES (FS) REFUGIO: USD1,750 – CAMPING: USD1,450
*STAYING ON THE TRAIL AT CENTRAL – GREY- PAINE GRANDE (VERT002) REFUGIO: USD1,665 – CAMPING: USD1,541
*STAYING ON THE TRAIL AT CENTRAL – FRANCES – PAINE GRANDE (VERT001) REFUGIO: USD2,070 – CAMPING: USD1,707
*These are the normal, public rates from the suppliers. However, Experience Chile offers a 5% discount with refundable full payment as per our terms, or 10% discount with non refundable full payment, but no welcome kit included nor free wi-fi when offer is activated.
3 VALLEYS 4 NIGHTS W TREK
REF C – THREE VALLEYS – 4 NIGHTS SELF GUIDED W TREK HIKE
The Full W Trek encompases three, different valleys. Running east to west, these are: The Ascensio Valley, the end of which is the TORRES BASE; the FRENCH VALLEY (in the middle of the trail), and on the western arm, the GREY LAKE and GLACIER GREY.
Below, we have an itinerary that will deliver you all three of the valleys. Therefore, with this itinerary you will ge to and see: TORRES BASE on one day, and the following day you may wish to see the FRENCH VALLEY or the GREY GLACIER HIKE, and whatever you missed yesterday you will end with today.
W Trek Three Valleys Three Days Rates and What is Included
Three Valleys 4 Nights Accommodation W Trek Self Guided Itinerary
Hike all of the following valleys in three days:
- Torres Base
- French Valley
- Grey Lake to Glacier Grey
Included is:
- Private transfer to and back from the trail head if staying at a hotel (if you stay at the trail head, this transfer will be one way to, or back from, Torres del Paine).
- If not a private transfer, transport will be in a regular bus.
- If HOTEL stay – breakfast included and a box lunch the day of the hike.
- TDP Park entry tickets included.
- If a REFUGIO or EQUIPPED CAMPING stay, dinner, breakfast and a box lunch is included.
- If hiking to the FRENCH VALLEY or GLACIER GREY as your full day hike, the catamaran tickets are included.
- If staying in a luxury lodge everything is included.
Where Should I Stay?
RATES ARE PER PERSON AND IN USD, BASED AROUND TWO PEOPLE SHARING ONE ROOM (OR TENT)
Options are:
- 1 – Refugio: USD2,225 (4 nights refugio)
- 2 – Camping: USD1,875 (4 nights camping)
- 3 – Hotel (in P Natales): USD1,510 (4 nights)
- 4 – NEW High Level Hotel in the TDP area: USD2,410 (4 nights)
- 5 – Mid Level Hotel in TDP: USD1,930 (4 nights)
- 6 – Luxury Lodge in TDP: USD3,180
OR
REFUGIO 4 NIGHTS W TREK ALL INCLUSIVE – TOTAL USD4,000 – 2 PAX OR USD2,000 PER PERSON – NON REFUNDABLE
EQUIPPED CAMPING 4 NIGHTS W TREK ALL INCLUSIVE – TOTAL USD3,300 – 2 PAX OR USD1,650 PER PERSON – NON REFUNDABLE
Fill in our enquiry form below and let us know which one you want.
W Trek Accommodation Trail Supplier All- Inclusive Programs (include welcome kits with 30 mins wi-fi):
*(FS) STAYING ON THE TRAIL AT CENTRAL – CENTRAL – FRANCES – PAINE GRANDE – REFUGIO: USD2,070 – CAMPING: USD1,640
*(VERT005) STAYING ON THE TRAIL AT GREY- PAINE GRANDE – FRANCES – CENTRAL – REFUGIO: USD2,070 – CAMPING: USD1,707
*These are the normal, public rates from the suppliers. However, Experience Chile offers a 5% discount with refundable full payment as per our terms, or 10% discount with non refundable full payment, but no welcome kit included nor free wi-fi when offer is activated.
Experience Chile Set Dates, Guided W Trek Itineraries
We offer an escorted small group W Trek hike, accompanied by a certified local guide who will look after all participants pre, during and post the hike. Set date start dates are below, each one begining in Puerto Natales.
Group Guided W Trek 3 Valleys
REFERENCE CODE: GUIDED W TREK
6 Nights / 7 Days
Your arrival date to Puerto Natales will need to be one of the following:
DEC 2026 – 13 DEC / JAN 2027 – 02 JAN / FEB 2027 – 12 FEB
Our special, SMALL -GROUP (6 pax) guided W Trek
This itinerary will be escorted by one of Torres del Paine’s best, most knowledgeable, local guides. John, will educate and look after all participants during this 6 Nights / 7 Days W Trek Hike itinerary. You will see the famous TORRES BASE, the FRENCH VALLEY and get to the GREY LOOK OUT POINT. In addition, on the final day you will be treated to a Torres del Paine PHOTO SAFARI!
W Trek 6 Nights / 7 Days Itinerary & What's Included
W Trek Three Valleys Guided Itinerary
Introduction
This itinerary will be guided by a certified, English-speaking guide who will show you the iconic Torres Base, French Valley, and Grey Viewpoint. In addition, you will get sight-seeing excursions both pre and post the hiking. The maximum number of people in the group is limited to 6, in order to keep it “cozy”.
INCLUDED:
- Certified, bilingual (English-Spanish) expert guide.
- Private transfer airport to hotel in Natales.
- Hotel booked in Puerto Natales – 2 nights.
- Private minibus transfer to Torres del Paine.
- Private transport to trail heads, when required.
- Accommodation as in the itinerary below.
- TDP Entry Tickets.
- Catamaran Tickets.
- Breakfast, box lunch and each day on the trail.
- Dinner on two nights when in Torres del Paine.
- Photo Safari.
- Bag custody.
- Hiking Poles (2 per person).
- Private transfer to Puerto Natales airport.
Your Itinerary:
1 Day – Arrive to Puerto Natales airport where you will be met by your driver who will take you to your hotel in Puerto Natales. Night Puerto Natales.
2 Day – EXCURSION.
After breakfast, you will be collected from your hotel at 09:00hrs AM, for a half day Cerro Benitez excursions (Rupestre Park – 3hrs). Condor watching and panoramic views over the Eberhard Fjord. You will then be transferred to your hotel at Cerro Castillo, by the Chilean border. Night here, dinner cost not included, breakfast is included and box lunch will be provided to you for the hike.
3 Day – TORRES BASE.
After breakfast, you will be handed your box lunch and your guide will take you up to the Torres Base. The hike passes through a beach tree wood before arriving to the glacial lagoon at the foot of three, vertically-sided granite towers, known as “the torres”.
Approx Hike Times are:
- Hike up to CHILENO 6.1km / 3.8m – 2.5hr hike.
- Go on to Torres Base 4.8km / 3m – 2hr hike.
- Back to CHILENO 4.8km / 3m – 2hr hike.
- Continue down to the Welcome Centre 6.1km / 3.8m – 2.5hr hike.
NOTE: Transfer back to your hotel at Cerro Guido village. Night here, dinner cost not included, breakfast is included and box lunch will be provided to you for the hike.
4 Day – FRENCH VALLEY.
After breakfast, you will receive a box lunch and then be taken to Pudeto in order to board the 25minute catamaran crossing to Paine Grande. From here the hike will be to the French Valley. The day will return to Paine Grande for dinner and night at Refugio Paine Grande.
Approx Hike Times are:
- Paine Grande to French Valley Entrance: 7.8km / 4.8m – 2hrs 40mins hike.
- French Valley Entrance to the FV Viewpoint: 2.6km / 1.6m – 1hr 30min hike.
- Total time from Paine Grande to the FV Viewpoint and back is: 10.4km / 6.5 – 8hrs 30mins hike.
5 Day – GREY VIEWPOINT.
After breakfast, you will receive a box lunch and your guide will take you to the Grey viewpoint. From here there is a panoramic view over Grey Lake and the Glacier Grey in the distance. After some time taking in the spectacular impression, you will hike back down to Paine Grande in order to take the catamaran across Pehoe Lake to Pudeto. From here your private transfer will take you to Camping Pehoe for the afternoon, dinner and night.
6 Day – PHOTO SAFARI TORRES DEL PAINE.
After breakfast, your guide will escort you on a photo safari to take pictures of the local fauna trying to find the best images of the wild animals of Torres del Paine, including the Puma. The day will end with a drop off at your hotel in Puerto Natales. Night Puerto Natales.
7 Day – After breakfast, you will collected for a private group transfer to Puerto Natales Airport.
END
PER PERSON RATE BASED UPON 2 PEOPLE SHARING ACCOMMODATION IS USD3,999 PER PERSON
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The W Trek with Antarctica?
or any Torres del Paine Itinerary?
Special W Trek or Torres del Paine with Antarctica Combo
Should you wish to mix a W Trek itinerary with an Antarctic trip, Experience Chile will offer you an attractive discount (such as a half price W Trek), or maybe other free services, on top of any other combination offer already on the table. Therefore, ASK US FIRST if you intend to do Antarctica AND Torres del Paine!
Send Your Enquiry to here: request@experiencechile.org
Other W Trek Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where is Patagonia?
Patagonia is located in the far south of South America, occupying the final “cone” part of the continent. As a matter of fact, this area is still, fortunately, a stunningly natural environment with little in the way of human urbanization. On the positive side, here there are vast open spaces of wilderness where land, lakes, rivers, mountains and wildlife still interreact in harmony with one another. It is within this beautiful and dramatically inspiring land where one can feel in awe of nature and discover a spiritual awakening of oneself.
Q. How Can I Hike the Torres del Paine W Trek and Stay in a Private Room?
Effectively the only way to have your own, private room, for sleeping each night of the W Trek is to let Experience Chile book you a custom W Trek itinerary staying in hotels. This will mean coming off the trail for some nights, but we will work it so that you then get taken back to the next trail head in order to continue the W trek route. Also, there is the option to let us book an all-inclusive stay that includes the W Trek, and you are based in one hotel, or one luxury lodge for the duration of the hike.
Q. Which is Best the W Trek or the Circuit Trek?
This is not so much a question of “which is best”. Each trek is different and outstanding in its own right. Considering that the Circuit Trek actually includes the full W Trek, when hiking the Circuit Trek you have extra days to walk the back country of the Torres del Paine main trail. This sector opens up different, dramatic views as well as being more challenging than the W Trek. The Circuit trek requires at least 7 nights’ accommodation, and the full W requires 4 nights’ accommodation, but can be done in 3 nights also.
Q. When is the Busiest Time for the W Trek?
The peak season for hiking the W Trek in Torres del Paine is Christmas Week between Christmas and New Year. However, it is also pretty busy most of December, January and February. Therefore, if you wish to avoid “the crowds” and have a better chance of securing refugio accommodation, consider coming in October, November, March and April. In addition, book as early as you can with Experience Chile.
Q. Can I Use Cash on the W Trek?
These days nearly all the refugios accept credit cards. However, it is always a good idea to have a cash back-up in the event that the card machines are down for any reason. Having said that, if you book an all-inclusive W trek with Experience Chile, for example, you will not need to buy anything extra on the trek. One exception to this is the catamaran between Paine Grande and Pudeto. The Catamaran, which IS included in an all-inclusive W Trek itinerary, will require a cash purchase of tickets if you do not have it included as just mentioned.
Q. What are the Meal Times on the W Trek?
Usual meals times at refugios along the W Trek trail are set at: Dinner between 19:30hrs – 21:30hrs / Breakfast between 07:30hrs – 09:30hrs / Lunch is usually a box lunch to go, however, if you happen to be at the refugio for lunch then between 12:00hrs – 14:00hrs you can usually pick up snacks and things like a pizza.
Q. Can I Order a Vegetarian or Special Meal on the W Trek?
All the refugios, as well as hotels in Torres del Paine, cater for people who have special dietary needs be it vegetarian, no gluten, no other foods due to allergies and so on. However, your operator, in this case Experience Chile, will need advance warning as to what your specific dietary requirements are. In addition, when you check into a refugio you should alert the reception to what your needs are to ensure that they get it right.
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