Hike and Ride from Comfort: Paine

Day 1: Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park; Explora Patagonia

Transfer from Punta Arenas Airport to Torres del Paine National Park and your luxury lodge, Explora Patagonia. Take the afternoon to relax in the spa after your journey and enjoy the restaurant in the evening.

Meals: Dinner 

Accommodation: Explora Patagonia

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Day 2: Trek to Pehoe viewpoint and the Aonikenk Trail; Explora Patagonia

Morning: Trek to Pehoe viewpoint – We'll leave Explora Patagonia by foot. The trail ascends gradually while crossing through a small lenga forest. After leaving the forest the landscape begins to open-up, making every glance behind us more attractive. Upon arriving at Pehoe viewpoint we'll have spectacular views of the west side of Lake Pehoe, the Big Paine Mountain, and the river. Although the trail is exposed to Patagonian winds, it is surrounded by amazing views.

Length of hike: 2hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Afternoon: The Aonikenk Trail – We'll leave Explora Patagonia by van for a 30min drive to the Lake Sarmiento Ranger Station. From there we'll walk along a moderate trail north of the park limit, with an ascent of 150m/500ft. This route provides an open landscape with panoramic views. On several of the rock walls you can see Aonikenk Indian paintings, primitive inhabitants of the region. There is also an abundance of guanacos. From here we have a gradual descent to the Laguna Amarga Ranger Station from where we'll return to Explora Patagonia by van in 35mins.

Length of hike: 3-4hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Explora Patagonia 

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Day 3: Trek to Lake Toro Heights; Explora Patagonia

We'll leave Explora Patagonia by van for a 10min drive to La Feria Ravine. From there we'll ascend 250m (820ft) and be treated to spectacular views of the Paine Massif and the Paine River. We'll continue through interior valleys, past lakes and beech forests before stopping for a picnic lunch. After this the trail continues to Lake Toro Heights, with a spectacular, 360-degree view of the park. From here we'll descend to the Weber Bridge and then return to Explora Patagonia by van in 15mins.

Length of hike: 5-6hrs 

Difficulty: Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Explora Patagonia

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Day 4: Ride to Lake Linda and Serrano; Explora Patagonia

Morning: Lake Linda Riding – We'll leave Explora Patagonia by van for a 15min drive to the stables. From here we'll ride a trail heading north, passing through hills dotted with a variety of trees. There will be fantastic views of the Lake Negra and Lake Linda, the Pampa Serrano, and the surrounding mountain ranges. We'll return by van to Explora Patagonia.

Length of ride: 3hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Afternoon: Ride to the Serrano – We'll leave Explora Patagonia by van for a 15min drive to the stables. The horseback ride begins by crossing the Serrano prairie and following the turquoise waters of the Serrano River, with a view of the snowy peaks of Mount Balmaceda. We'll return to the stables via the golden Serrano prairie, with views of the Paine Massif. A van take us back to Explora Patagonia.

Length of ride: 3hrs  

Difficulty: Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Explora Patagonia 

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Day 5: Transfer to Punta Arenas Airport

After a hearty breakfast, enjoy the scenery as you take the transfer to Punta Arenas Airport.

Meals: Breakfast