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W Trek, 3 days

This trip fits Torres del Paine's highlights into a short timeframe. Trek up close to the famous granite towers, the mesmerising French Valley and the shimmering blue ice of Glacier Grey. Expert guides, deluxe tent accommodation, pre-arranged transfers and meals allow you to indulge in the pure joy of trekking in one of Patagonia's iconic settings.

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Trip type

Guided Activity

Trip length

3 Days

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$1,695

Location

Torres del Paine

W Trek, 3 days - 3 Days - $1,695

Trip Summary and Itinerary Map

Day 1: Boat on Pehoe Lake; Trek the French Valley; Serrano Camp 

Day 2: Trek the Pingo Valley; Glacier Grey boat trip; Serrano Camp 

Day 3: Trek to Las Torres (The Towers) lookout; Drive to Puerto Natales

Start from Puerto Natales and end at Puerto Natales

Landmarks visited on W Trek, 3 days

Operator's Itinerary

Day 1: Boat on Pehoe Lake; Trek the French Valley; Serrano Camp

Your day begins in Puerto Natales at 7 am when your guide and private transport pick you up from your hotel or accommodation. You'll be driven to Torres del Paine along unpaved roads and past lagoons and pampas, accompanied at times by the guanacos (relatives of llamas), grey foxes, Chilean flamingos, and black-necked swans that call this region home.

Once in the National Park, you’ll take the catamaran across Lake Pehoe to the starting point of today’s return trek. Your destination, the French Valley, is a glacial moraine surrounded by peaks and hanging glaciers – you’ll hike over challenging terrain and catch your first sight of the hanging glacier atop the valley.

From here, you ascend for an hour through a dreamlike Japanese garden landscape before arriving at the French Valley viewpoint (the 'Plateau'). Your reward is a stunning bird’s eye view of granite peaks and hanging glaciers. On one side is the French Glacier and Paine Grande (3050m); while on the other, La Espada, La Hoja, La Máscara, and the main and north 'horns' of Los Cuernos arch upwards. In the upper section of the valley, Mt Catedral and Mt Fortaleza loom like turrets above the landscape. You'll have plenty of time to rest and have lunch at the viewpoint, surrounded by these imposing peaks and open skies.

Your descent is via the same path. You’ll take the short catamaran ride back across Pehoe Lake and pick up your private transfer to the Serrano Camp. A freshly prepared welcome dinner awaits you as you share unforgettable views of the Paine Massif from the spacious dining lodge. Spend a restful night in your private deluxe dome on the shore of the Serrano River.

Transfer duration: 2hrs to the national park, plus 35mins to the camp

Catamaran duration: 35mins

Length of hike: 7-8hrs, 21km (until the French viewpoint, the "Plateau")

Meals: Picnic lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Serrano Camp


Day 2: Trek the Pingo Valley; Glacier Grey boat trip; Serrano Camp

After a fresh and hearty breakfast, your private transfer drives you to the trailhead of your morning trek into the Pingo Valley. This 3hr hike in the valley takes you to a stunning viewpoint at Cascada los Salmones – a waterfall where salmon are sometimes seen. On the return journey, keep an eye out for the elusive huemul (Andean deer).

After a relaxing picnic lunch on the bank of the Pingo River, you’ll walk through a woodpecker-inhabited beech forest to pick up the boat for your 3hr trip around blue-hued icebergs to the enormous face of Glacier Grey. You'll stay for some time to soak up the textures, lines, and colors. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see a glacial calving, where huge chunks of ice break off the glacier and crash into the freezing waters.

On your return journey in the boat, you’ll see the wind-sculpted 'ice mushrooms' atop the massive peaks of Paine Grande. Later, you’ll drive to the Serrano Camp where a sumptuous meal and a good night’s rest await you.

Please note - The order of activities may be inverted according to the boat’s sailing time or the climatic conditions. Likewise, the trek to the Pingo Valley may be replaced with another if your guide decides that another trail will enhance the guests’s experience. You will be informed of this by your guide in advance.

Transfer duration: 30mins each way

Boat ride duration: 3hrs

Length of hike: 3hrs, 8.5km

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Serrano Camp


Day 3: Trek to Las Torres (The Towers) lookout; Drive to Puerto Natales

The final day starts with a transfer across the National Park, taking in some incredible early-morning sights as the sun gradually begins to rise, to the starting point for your trek to the famous Las Torres lookout.

An initial ascent follows the Ascencio River into the Ascencio Valley. At a lookout point, about an hour into the trek, you’ll pause to take in the beauty of the valley's rich beech forests, glaciers, and waterfalls.

After this point, the path continues climbing through lush beech forests before ascending a gigantic terminal moraine (the ridge formed at a glacier’s end point). It's here, at an altitude of 900m, where you’ll be rewarded by the stunning sight of Las Torres and stay a while to soak up the amazing views, take photos, and have lunch.

You'll then retrace your steps and pick up your transfer to Puerto Natales (2 hours), arriving in the evening exhausted from three intense days of activity but buzzing with the feeling of having conquered Torres del Paine's most iconic treks.

Transfer duration: 1.5hrs to the trailhead, 2hrs back to Puerto Natales

Length of hike: 8-10hrs round-trip, 22km

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch

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What our customers think of W Trek, 3 days

W Trek, 3 days trips scored 4.5/5 from 38 reviews

Mini W trek. Especially hiking to Torres del Paine

Travelled: February 2024

Janet -

Impossible to name just one.

Travelled: January 2024

Carol -

The first view of Los Cuernos del Paine. The second is the first hike (16Km) on the Cuernos side.

Travelled: January 2024

Raul -

I loved meeting the other members in our hiking group and chatting with them during our hikes & while we rested at the end of the day.

Travelled: January 2024

Nicole -

We really enjoyed the guides and the other people in our group!

Travelled: January 2024

Katie -

The base Torres hike

Travelled: January 2024

nishchhal -

Reaching the summit at Laguna de los Tres around 10:30 / 11AM, ahead of most of the crowds, thanks to our guide Augustina. Taking in the 360 views and clear sight of the Fitz Roy traverse.

Travelled: January 2024

Genevieve -

THE CAMPING EXPERIENCE WITH CHILE NATIVO AND BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF PATAGONIA. THE COMMUNICATION, THE ARRANGEMENT WAS TOP NOTCH

Travelled: January 2024

Ankit -

The glamping experience was a highlight of my trip

Travelled: December 2023

Anonymous -

All three of the hikes were absolutely stunning! The Towers hike on Day 1 and French Valley on Day 3 were particularly grueling, but the payoff was spectacular! We also loved the ferry/boat ride to the gray glacier on Day 2. Mati and Baru, our tour guides, were also so warm and attentive throughout, which made for a great 3-day trek!

Travelled: December 2023

Daniel -

Hiking to the base of the Towers in all types of weather - sunshine to begin, then clouds and rain then wind, then snow. Watching the weather at the top change from one second to the next was incredible.

Travelled: December 2023

Sharon -

Getting to see the three towers - just! - within the clouds on the third day. The walk was brilliant, nice and steady, we walked in the sun, rain and some snow. The guide was encouraging and made everyone feel included and valued. Seeing an armadillo at the camp site was also a highlight for me.

Travelled: December 2023

Belle -

There were too many! Best was getting to the base of las Torres.

Travelled: November 2023

Namrata -

Learning geological history from our guide while hiking in nature

Travelled: March 2023

Anonymous -

Day 1 hike to base of the towers

Travelled: March 2023

Tim -

Hikes to Torres del Pine and Fitz Roy

Travelled: March 2023

Anonymous -

Getting to the top of the towers!

Travelled: March 2023

Kassandra -

The view of the three towers when we reached the peak on the first day.

Travelled: February 2023

Alex -

Hiking the 14 mile trek to Torres del Paine was the best hike we have ever done. While challenging physically, the reward was just breathtaking. The views and experience were 10/10.

Travelled: February 2023

Brett -

Being with our 2 girls and experiencing the beauty of Patagonia

Travelled: January 2023

Amy -

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3-Day W Trek

Prices, Departures and Inclusions

Prices for the 2023/24 season are:

4-8 people: USD $1,695 per person
2 people: USD $2,295 per person

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Book now to guarantee your place for the 2024-25 season. Prices for the 2024/25 season are from:

4-8 people: USD $1,795 per person
2 people: USD $2,495 per person

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* Note: Prices are per person. Paid in USD ($) - figure above is based on today's exchange rate. Actual cost $1,695

Additional Notes

Joining & departure instructions – Please arrive in Puerto Natales on the afternoon before for your trip starts for your group briefing. It is also recommended that you plan to stay in Puerto Natales when you finish your trek. If you would like help booking your pre/post-trek arrangements please just let us know.

Group size - 8 maximum, 2 minimum

Opening dates – Serrano Camp is open from mid-September until the end of April.

Facilities Serrano Camp is located on the shores of the Serrano River, away from the crowded refugios and campsites. It's equipped with ensuite bathrooms, hot showers, and electrical outlets for charging and operating electronic devices. Delicious meals are shared in a dedicated dining dome with views of the Paine Massif - this spacious dome offers the perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying some great company.

WiFi – There is WiFi available in communal areas only.

Includes

  • Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 2 dinners
  • Accommodation: 2 nights camping (comfortable deluxe tents with 2 premium inflatable mattresses with fresh linens and bedding)
  • All private transport included in the itinerary
  • Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
  • Round trip catamaran to Cross Pehoe Lake
  • Round trip boat navigation at Grey Lake
  • English and Spanish speaking guide/driver

Excludes

  • Meals not indicated in itinerary
  • Drinks during lunch or dinner
  • Any extra/optional excursions
  • Personal equipment (see our recommended kit list – trekking poles can be rented for USD $6 per day)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities/tips
  • Porters (please enquire if these are available)
  • Any visa, passport and vaccination expenses
  • International and domestic/in-country flights

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