9-Hour Hike in Punta Arenas with Patagonian Forest and Tastings

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike 11 km through the Patagonian forest with 320 m of elevation gain
• 02 Explore the trail with an expert private guide for safety and support
• 03 Celebrate your hike with tapas and regional food tastings in Punta Arenas
• 04 Toast the day with a tasting of Chilean wines, beers, coffees, or fresh juices

Embark on a full-day private adventure from Punta Arenas that combines an 11 km hike through the Patagonian forest with a celebratory tasting of regional flavours back in the city. Accompanied by an experienced guide, you'll follow a trail with 320 m of elevation gain, with timing shaped by weather conditions, group fitness, interpretive moments, and breaks along the way. After the hike, enjoy tapas and a tasting selection of Chilean wines, beers, coffees, or fresh juices before your drop-off in Punta Arenas.

Embark on a full-day private adventure from Punta Arenas that combines an 11 km hike through the Patagonian forest with a celebratory tasting of regional flavours back in the city.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Patagonian Forest Hike and Punta Arenas Tasting

• Pick-up (departures from 09:00-11:00): Get picked up by your private guide and chauffeur at your accommodation or cruise ship.
• Pack check and briefing (10 minutes): After meeting you, your guide will give you a quick briefing and make sure everyone is set up for success with appropriate clothing, footwear, and water.
• Travel to the trailhead (15 minutes): Drive through Punta Arenas to the trailhead, just 15 minutes outside the downtown core.
• Hike through the Patagonian forest (6.5-7 hours): After warming up your muscles, enjoy your hike through the Patagonian forest. This 11 km (6.9 mi) hike undulates through the forest, with a total elevation gain of 320 m (1050 ft) throughout the trail. The time you spend hiking will vary based on weather conditions, group fitness, interpretive moments, and breaks on the trail.
• Travel back to Punta Arenas (15 minutes): Return to the city to celebrate your hike with tapas and a toast!
• Taste local foods, wines, and beers (30 minutes): Enjoy a tasting platter of gourmet preparations of delicious regional foods and a tasting selection of Chilean wines, beers, coffees, or fresh juices.
• Drop-off: Get dropped off anywhere in Punta Arenas to continue on your adventure!

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Food and drink
• Private guide
• Private transportation
• Entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Guide gratuities
• Bottled water

What to bring

• Appropriately supportive hiking footwear with a good grip (no sandals or tennis shoes).
• Reusable water bottle.
• Warm synthetic or wool clothing layers.
• Comfortable synthetic fabric hiking pants (no jeans).
• A warm hat or buff.
• Gloves.
• Rain gear.

Know before you go

• This experience requires a moderate level of physical fitness.
• No hiking experience is required.
• This experience is family-friendly.
• This experience takes place in all types of weather.
• This experience requires passengers to have adequate clothing and footwear for the conditions.
• For your safety, your guide may change your itinerary based on weather conditions and passenger preparedness.
• Infants under four years old must be carried in an appropriate hiking backpack provided by the family.
• Infants must sit on laps unless the family is able to provide a car seat.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Punta Arenas, Chile

Tour start

Cape Froward, Punta Arenas, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.