Main Info

- - Trek Valle Frances.
  - Optional start in Calafate, Argentina
  - Catamaran cross Lake Pehoe.
  - Sail to Grey Glacier.
  - Full board.
  - Enjoy EcoCamp Patagonia.
  - The Challenging ‘W’ Trek.
  - Terrific Views of Los Cuernos.
  - Visit Milodon Cave.
Trekking Torres del Paine 7D at EcoCamp inside Torres del Paine National Park is the most sustainable way to visit this world famous destination. They use 100% renewable energy and electricity is very limited. Services are full board, with amazing views of the famous towers and you’ll be able to conquer Paine Towers, cross Lake Pehoe on a Catamaran, sail on Grey Glacier and trek on French Valley. If you need help buying local flights, let us know.

This Trek departs every Monday on regular dates, from October to April – Ask us for private departures and book our Trekking Torres del Paine 7D by sending an email to info@ecotours.cl

Starting / Finishing Points

The trip starts on Sunday’s morning in Punta Arenas. Pick up times are between 10:15 and 15:30 hrs at the airport. The trip finishes on Thursday at Punta Arenas Airport at 15:00 hrs or later depending on the group flight schedule. For domestic flights you have to be at the airport 1 hour before the flight leaves. You can also either start or finish in El Calafate city, Argentina, regular tickets included, check last section.

Main Info:

EcoCamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres Del Paine National Park in Chile. The region’s first fully sustainable accommodation south of the Amazon and the first of its kind in the Patagonian wilderness, EcoCamp offers upscale camping in geodesic domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants. Enjoy trekking through scenic landscapes by day, past rivers, mountains and Patagonian wildlife, and relax in EcoCamp‘s domes at night with delicious food and wine.– info@ecotours.cl

Included	.All ground transport private and domestic as indicated in the itinerary.. .Boat crossing over Lake Grey. .4 nights accommodation at EcoCamp standard domes (shared basis) .1 night accommodation at Refugio Paine Grande and 1 night in Refugio Los Cuernos. .Park fees for Cueva Del Milodon and Torres del Paine National Park. .One expert English speaking trekking guide. .Sleeping bag for the refugios if needed. .Transportation for your luggage within the Park: while trekking you will carry just your daypack. .Meals: As mentioned on itineraries. .B: breakfast, BL: box lunch, L: Lunch, D: dinner..

Excluded	.Flight tickets. .Insurance (it is mandatory you purchase appropriate insurance for this trip). .Voluntary tipping to guides and staff. .Soft drinks or snacks not served with the meals included at the EcoCamp or refuges. Bringing US$ in cash for buying extra drinks/snacks or souvenirs in Torres Del Paine NP is suggested. .Items of personal nature..

Maps

Activities Includes

Trekking.

Dates

DEPARTURES 2023-2024 - ALL MONDAYS FROM OCTOBER TO APRIL 15th

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Other Information

EcoCamp

Located in the heart of Torres del Paine, the EcoCamp consists of tented igloo-type domes built to minimize the environmental impact while providing a comfortable setting and maximum exposure to nature. There is electricity available for charging just camera batteries (voltage: 220 Volts at 50 Hertz, two round pins plug). Food at the EcoCamp has the same quality as the one you will have on a family dinner at your home, this means it is plenty and delicious!

Standard Domes at EcoCamp – SGL ACCOMODATION

For our trekking programs the accommodations at the standard domes are in a sharing basis only. There is not single accommodation availability unless a “forced” single accommodation is needed due to different gender single travelers not willing to share. Bathrooms are located in a single facility divided by gender and are shared by all the guests; they have showers with hot water.

Refuges

These are typical mountain huts, open to the public that visits Torres del Paine. It has rooms for 4-6 people. The beds are single, bunk type and we will provide you with a sleeping bag and a polar fleece liner (you don’t need to bring a sleeping bag!). The bathrooms are also shared and they have hot water. The refugios are heated and have a very comfortable dining area. Food at the refugios could sometimes don’t match your expectative, it is simple food prepared for mountain people with low emphasis in flavor and presentation.

Transport

In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia transport is in minivans that normally seat from 8 to 14 persons. When we have only 2 to 4 persons we use smaller vehicles, usually 4×4, driven by the tour guide. On the regular departure trips you will share the vehicle with other EcoCamp guests joining other tours. On the private departure, the vehicle will be of your use exclusively although limited to the given itinerary and time schedules; additionally arrival and departure transfers for private groups might be shared with other passengers following our environmental policy which impel our operations to keep the ecological impact as low as possible and thus avoiding to drive the same way at the same time with two half-empty vehicles.

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the saturated winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Also, both the strong marine and the South Patagonic Ice field influence make the weather hard to predict. In spring or early summer fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rains and eventually snow. Even in summer (December to march) you should come prepared to find cold- strong winds (up to 130 km/hr) and rainfalls. The summer’s average temperature is 11ºC/52ºF (24ºCmax, 2ºC min).

Physical Demands

This is the right trip for energetic people who like to be active and have a spirit of adventure and a positive attitude. To enjoy this trek it is essential to be in shape before you arrive. It is not wise to regard this trek as a means of getting into shape or losing excess weight. Start a program of conditioning well before departure.

What You Need to Bring

We will send you a complete pre-trip info brochure once you book including things you need to bring in detail. Meanwhile take a look of some general items to have on mind: US$ in cash for buying extra drinks/snacks or souvenirs in Torres del Paine NP, day backpack (20-30lt), duffel bag (70 liters), waterproof trekking boots, waterproof parka & pants, inner isolating layer (fleece or wool), three changes of clothes, sun hat, sun screen, hiking socks, sandals (for after hikes), bathing suit, sunglasses, towel (optional), ski poles (optional), long underwear, extra change of socks, flashlight/headlamp, extra insulating layer (fleece, wool, or expedition weight long underwear. YOU DON’T HAVE TO BRING SLEEPING BAG.

DISTANCES AND OTHER DETAILS

Day 1, Torres del Paine NP, Chile Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales: 254 km / 158 miles / 3 hrs driving. From Natales to Torres del Paine C. Torres: 147 km / 91 miles / 2.5 hrs driving.

Day 2, Torres del Paine NP, Chile Los Cuernos Trail: Approximate walking time is 6 to 7 hrs. Distance: 16 km / 10 miles Altitude: low altitude trails, no need to worry.

Day 3, Torres del Paine NP, Chile French Valley Trail: Approximate walking time is 8 hrs. Distance: 25 km / 15 miles Altitude: low altitude trails, no need to worry.

Day 4, Torres del Paine NP, Chile Grey Trail: Approximate walking time is 4 hours Distance: 14 km / 9 miles Navigation time: 40 minutes Altitude: low altitude trails, no need to worry

Day 5, Torres del Paine NP, Chile The Tower’s Trail: Approximate walking time is 9 to 10 hrs round trip. Distance: 21 km /13 miles round trip. Altitude: low altitude trails, no need to worry.

Day 6, Torres del Paine NP, Chile Eastern Lakes Approximate walking time in the different trails is 3 hours Distance: 5 to 8 km / 3 to 5 miles (depending on weather conditions) Altitude: low altitude trails, no need to worry.

Day 7, From Torres del Paine to Puerto Natales: 147 km / 91 miles / 2.5 hrs driving. From Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas: 254 km / 158 miles / 3 hrs driving.

Trekking Torres del Paine Tour (7 DAYS/ECOCAMP)