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Enjoy a highlights-only experience on the W Trek in Torres del Paine
Discover the surreal landscapes of wild Patagonia as you hike surrounded by jaw dropping peaks and hanging glaciers.
Cover the top highlights of the W Trek including the Three Towers Lookout, the French Valley, and Grey Glacier.
Kick back each night in a secluded riverside camp where you’ll sleep beneath the stars in deluxe lotus tents.
Cruise past blue-hued icebergs as you navigate Grey Lake by boat, taking in the wonders of Grey Glacier up close.
The 3-Day Guided W Trek in 3 Days is the perfect solution to those with big adventure dreams and limited time. This trekking tour in Chilean Patagonia incorporates the top highlights of the famous W Trek including the Three Towers, the French Valley and mighty Grey Glacier.
On this short but sweet trip, you’ll take in the beauty of wild Patagonia as you explore its surreal landscapes on land and on water. Each day is jam-packed with the best highlights of Torres del Paine, allowing you to soak up the endless panoramic views of turquoise lakes and hanging glaciers.
Enjoy this epic short break in Patagonia as part of a group, led by a professional guide who will help you get the most out of Torres del Paine in just 3 days. Each evening of the tour, you’ll cozy down in deluxe lotus tents at the exclusive Riverside Camp, a fully supported base camp nestled on the peaceful shoreline of the Serrano River. Here, you’ll escape the hustle and bustle of the refugios in Torres del Paine and can enjoy a slice of paradise away from the crowds.
Short on time but eager to experience an adventure in Chilean Patagonia? Book the W Trek in 3 Days today!
The 3-Day Guided W Trek in 3 Days is the perfect solution to those with big adventure dreams and limited time. This trekking tour in Chilean Patagonia incorporates the top highlights of the famous W Trek including the Three Towers, the French Valley and mighty Grey Glacier.
On this short but sweet trip, you’ll take in the beauty of wild Patagonia as you explore its surreal landscapes on land and on water. Each day is jam-packed with the best highlights of Torres del Paine, allowing you to soak up the endless panoramic views of turquoise lakes and hanging glaciers.
Enjoy this epic short break in Patagonia as part of a group, led by a professional guide who will help you get the most out of Torres del Paine in just 3 days. Each evening of the tour, you’ll cozy down in deluxe lotus tents at the exclusive Riverside Camp, a fully supported base camp nestled on the peaceful shoreline of the Serrano River. Here, you’ll escape the hustle and bustle of the refugios in Torres del Paine and can enjoy a slice of paradise away from the crowds.
Short on time but eager to experience an adventure in Chilean Patagonia? Book the W Trek in 3 Days today!
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W Trek in 3 Days Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Transfer to Torres del Paine and Hike the French Valley
The adventure begins right away this morning as you meet your group and guide at 7:00 am in Puerto Natales. From here, you’ll whiz past peaceful landscapes covered in flat pampas and dotted with authentic estancias as you transfer by vehicle to Torres del Paine National Park (2 hours).
On arrival in the park, you’ll hop on a catamaran to cross Pehoe Lake to reach the trailhead for the French Valley hike. First up you’ll head for the French River, reaching the entrance to the French Valley soon after. Some light scrambling across a boulder field will be rewarded with views of the hanging glacier perched atop the valley as you make your way to the “Plateau” (viewpoint). From here you’ll spot the French Glacier and Paine Grande (3050m) off to one side and the horns of Los Cuernos rising on the other. You’ll then descend through evergreen beech forests to reach Lake Pehoe, known for its crystalline waters.
Transfer by catamaran back across Lake Pehoe and then private transfer to the Riverside Camp where you’ll enjoy a delicious welcome dinner alongside your group and guide.
Overnight Location: Riverside Camp, Serrano River
Distance: 7-8 hours, 17km
Meals: Box lunch, dinner
Day 2 Hike the Pingo Valley and Grey Glacier Boat Navigation
Rise this morning ready to bear witness to a sky painted in the pastel colours of a Patagonian dawn. Fuel up with breakfast and then set out with your group and guide on a transfer to the trailhead.
Today’s hike to the Pingo Valley has 3 hours of breathtaking scenery in store, with incredible viewpoints dotting the trail each step of the way. You’ll enjoy a hearty picnic lunch on the peaceful shores of the Pingo River before hopping onboard a navigation boat to explore beautiful Grey Lake, sprinkled with blue-hued icebergs for the next 3 hours.
After spending some time experiencing the face of Grey Glacier up close, you’ll return to land and transfer back to camp for another fun evening alongside new friends.
Overnight Location: Riverside Camp, Serrano River
Distance: 3 hours, 10 km
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Day 3 Hike to the Three Towers Lookout and Transfer to Puerto Natales
Today the adventure begins with a transfer across Torres del Paine to reach the starting point for the Three Towers Lookout hike. Tracing the Ascencio River and heading down into the valley, you’ll hike through rich beech forests to finally ascend the impressive moraine which leads to the world-famous look out point.
Stand in awe as you look out over the towers from 900 m above sea level. Enjoy lunch here and of course lots of photos before descending the same path. Where the path ends, a private transfer awaits to whisk you back to Puerto Natales where this short break in Torres del Paine comes to an end.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 8-10 hours, 22km
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch
W Trek in 3 Days Tour Price and Dates
This guided trekking tour is mostly run as a group departure where you would be joining a mixed group, however, private departures are also available upon request.Important: This tour is a subject to non-standard payment and cancellation terms. Payment Terms:
- Full payment will be required 90 days before the departure
- 75+ Days: Total trip cost minus a USD200 booking fee per person for regular programs, USD500 booking fee per person for tailor-made and private programs will be refunded
- 74 – 56 Days: 50% of total trip cost will be refunded
- 55 Days or Less: No Refund
- Group of 2: USD2495 per person
- Group of 3: USD2095 per person
- Group of 4+: USD1795 per person
Accommodation on the W Trek in 3 Days Tour
This tour is based at a riverside camp on the Serrano River where you’ll sleep in 4-season lotus belle tents. The camp features comfortable deluxe tents with 2 inflatable mattresses and shared mens/womens bathrooms. Towels, bedding & fresh linens are also included.
Tents are offered on a queen or double twin basis.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Hotel rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of USD140 to have a private room in a hotel where possible. You can also pay a supplement of USD79 for your own private tent at the campsites. Single rooms are not available in refuges.
What’s Included in the W Trek in 3 Days Tour?
Meals
2 breakfasts, 3 box lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included (fully-equipped premium camping).
Transportation during the Tour
All Private Transportation according to the itinerary including boat navigation on Grey Lake and the catamaran to cross Lake Pehoe (return)
Also Included
- Guide/Driver
- Entrance Fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- Welcome Drink at Riverside Camp
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Accommodations before and after the trip in Puerto Natales
- Ice Hike or kayak activity on days 4 and/or 5
- Any alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks at camp
- Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
Optional Extras
- Hotel accommodation in Puerto Natales pre/post trek
- How hard is the W Trek in 3 Days Tour?
- Are meals included on the W Trek in 3 Days Tour?
- Is the W Trek in 3 Days Tour in English?
- Do I need insurance?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Chile?
- How do I get to Puerto Natales to start this tour?
- Where does the W Trek in Torres del Paine Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Chile?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Chile?
We rate this tour as a 3 out of 5 in terms of difficulty. Activities range from 4-6 hours per day at a moderate physical level.
2 breakfasts, 3 box lunches, and 2 dinners are included.
Yes, this trip is guided in English.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Fly into Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) in Puerto Natales to start this tour. A driver will greet you at the airport to take you to your hotel.
The tour ends upon your return to Puerto Natales where you can book overnight accommodations or continue your journey with onward travel.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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