Trekking Base Torres - Torres del Paine trek from Puerto Natales
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The Base Torres trek is one of the most popular group-guided tours available in Puerto Natales, a perfect alternative for travelers who only have one day to tour Torres del Paine but don’t want to miss the incredible views of the Mirador Base Torres. This tour is offered all year round. Even in winter, many travelers are encouraged to hike to the viewpoint (for winter tours, crampons are used to ensure the safety of the group of up to 15 people). In addition to transportation and mountain equipment, the tour includes a professional guide and an assistant, so all travelers will be accompanied, regardless of the speed at which you walk.
Your experience
Stop 1
Difficulty: Medium - 12.43 mi - 20 km (8 hours) - Starting altitude: 295 ft above sea level (90 m) - Maximum altitude: 2855 ft above sea level (870 m) - The tour starts with pick-up at your accommodations and depending on your location, we’ll be arriving to get you between 6:30 and 7:00 AM. After the group is assembled, our guide will give us trekking poles and brief us about the tour, especially covering the trek to Base Torres. We’ll then head to Torres del Paine National Park. In the winter season, groups are small, with one guide for every 4 travelers. In the summer season, groups can have up to 21 people, with one guide for every 6 travelers to adapt to different walking paces. This way, all participants are always accompanied. It’s common for smaller groups of 7–10 people to form along the route, offering a more personalized experience.
Stop 2
After the two-hour ride in the shuttle bus, we’ll arrive at the entrance of the National Park via the Porteria Amarga Sector. From the moment we enter the park, we'll be enjoying the impressive views of Torres del Paine.
Stop 3
At this point, you’ll begin the trek to the Hostería Las Torres Sector. On the journey of about four hours, we’ll cross the Ascensio Valley and walk through the cozy Lenga Forest. We’ll also see the Almirante Nieto Hill from several perspectives while we make our way. At the end of this section, we’ll climb a glacier moraine (rocky path with a steep slope), until reaching our destination, the Base Torres Viewpoint.
Stop 4
With these incredible views, we’ll eat lunch, take pictures, and make the descent to the small beach formed by the lake. Touch its waters and marvel at the stunning views from the beach. After this stop, the whole group will meet and begin the descent, this portion is about three hours. The shuttle bus will then return us to Puerto Natales. Between 8:00 and 9:00 PM, the bus will arrive at our lodgings and end this day full of hiking, excitement, and memories at the Base of Torres del Paine.
What’s included
- Trekking poles (Black Diamond or similar)
- Shuttle bus transportation from Puerto Natales Metropolitan Area
- First aid kit
- Bilingual guide and assistant guide (1 every 6 passengers)
- Crampons (if necessary)
Not included
- Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- Lunch (includes lunchbox in private service)
- Headlamp and gaiters* (mandatory only during the winter season)
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is mandatory to bring the correct equipment for the tour: Mountain shoes with good soles, Food and drinks & Headlamp and gaiters* only during the winter season (June to September approximately)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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