Chile · Hiking

12-Hour Base Torres Hike in Torres del Paine from Puerto Natales

12 Hours Round trip from Torres del Paine Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek the demanding 20 km round-trip Base Torres Trail in Torres del Paine National Park
  • 02 Reach the iconic Las Torres Base viewpoint and enjoy 30 to 45 minutes there, weather permitting
  • 03 Pause at El Chileno Refuge before continuing toward the outskirts of Campamento Torres
  • 04 Start from Puerto Natales with transport to Estancia Cerro Paine for the day's adventure

Embark on an exhilarating 12-hour journey from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park, where you'll tackle the demanding Base Torres Trail to reach the iconic Las Torres Base viewpoint. This medium- to high-difficulty trek covers 20 km round trip, with steep inclines and spectacular Patagonian scenery along the way. After a technical briefing at Estancia Cerro Paine, you'll hike via El Chileno Refuge and continue toward Campamento Torres before returning to Puerto Natales in the evening.

Embark on an exhilarating 12-hour journey from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park, where you'll tackle the demanding Base Torres Trail to reach the iconic Las Torres Base viewpoint.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Puerto Natales City, Torres del Paine National Park
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Base Torres Trail and Las Torres Base Viewpoint

  • 07:00: Departure from Puerto Natales toward Torres del Paine National Park, with a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • Arrival at the Portería Laguna Amarga sector to enter the national park, then continue for another 30 minutes to reach the welcome center of Estancia Cerro Paine at approximately 09:00.
  • Check equipment, food, and hydration, and attend a technical briefing before starting the trail. The trek has a medium/high difficulty level, covers 20 km round trip, and includes inclines of 40% to 45% during the first three hours and a 60% incline in the final section.
  • Begin the hike toward Refugio y Campamento El Chileno, arriving at approximately 10:00. Rest for 15 minutes before continuing along the trail toward the outskirts of Campamento CONAF Torres.
  • Complete the final section of the trail to arrive at the Las Torres Base viewpoint around midday. Depending on prevailing weather conditions, the stay will be approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Return to the transport vehicle at the welcome center sector of Estancia Cerro Paine around 6:30 p.m., then head back to the city of Puerto Natales, arriving at approximately 8:30 p.m.
Estancia Cerro Paine, El Chileno Refuge, Las Torres Base viewpoint

Where this trip takes you

Estancia Cerro Paine, El Chileno Refuge, Las Torres Base viewpoint

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Torres del Paine 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Tourist transport
  • Local hiking guide
  • Box lunch

What's Not Included

  • Entrance tickets to Torres del Paine National Park
  • Air transport
  • Accommodation in Puerto Natales
  • Clothing and equipment for the excursion
  • Personal insurance for the excursion

What to bring

  • Clothing, footwear, and outdoor equipment suitable for the activity.

Know before you go

  • These programs are in official program status, dated 05/18/2024, with definitive prices from service providers for the 2024/2025 season.
  • The programs are valid for 7 months, from September 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025, which is the duration of the high tourism season in Magallanes.
  • This program is exclusively for medium- to high-level trekking activities, so the participation of people with coronary problems, hypertension, or other associated diseases is not recommended.
  • Please note that this is not a travel agency; I am only a local guide who offers excursion services with transportation and basic food.
  • Transfer times are approximate and may change depending on the daily activity, weather conditions, and wind alerts during the day.
  • These excursions must depart from Puerto Natales. Any other departure point must be discussed in advance to determine additional costs, such as Villa Cerro Castillo, Valle del Serrano, or locations within Torres del Paine National Park.
  • Passengers must have the physical and medical condition required for the activity, and it is recommended that they have active international insurance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
City of Puerto Natales, Republic of Chile, Province of Ultima Esperanza, Region of Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, at the hotel or hostel of your choice.
Tour start
Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Torres del Paine.

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