Trip Summary
Days 1 - 5 Self Guided W Trek in Torres del Paine
This 5-day self-guided trip offers a well-paced route through Torres del Paine’s most striking terrain, taking in the key highlights. You'll start with the steady climb to the base of the Towers, then continue past quiet lagoons and beneath dramatic peaks to the remote Los Cuernos sector. Explore the incredible French Valley, surrounded by sharp granite spires and active glaciers, before heading towards the icy shores of Lake Grey. The trip wraps up with a scenic catamaran across the glistening Lake Pehoé.
On day 1 you head for the Towers viewpoint
The French Valley on day 3 is a highlight for many
Marvel at Grey glacier and watch chunks of glacier become icebergs
Self-guided W Trek
Hike the original W Trek independently and experience the highlights of this unique region at your own pace. Trek to the best lookout points for stunning views of the magnificent Torres del Paine National Park without the worry of having to plan the whole thing. Explore beautiful valleys and immense glaciers, with an opportunity to ice-hike and kayak.
The Original Torres del Paine W Trek
Hike the original W Trek and experience the highlights of this unique region. Trek to the best lookout points for stunning views of the Torres del Paine and explore the French Valley surrounded by hanging glaciers. Follow this with a boat trip across Lago Grey to the massive Glacier Grey where you can try ice hiking and kayaking.
Days 5 - 7 Kayaking the Grey and Serrano Rivers back to civilisation
You'll have 3 days (or more) to explore the lesser-travelled waterways of Torres del Paine on the way back to Puerto Natales. Begin by kayaking among the scattered icebergs of Lake Grey, before following the Grey River through narrow gorges and open valleys with striking views of the Paine Massif. On day two, continue down the Serrano River past native forests and remote stretches of wilderness, with glimpses of Tyndall and Balmaceda glaciers. The final day brings a quieter paddle on Serrano Lagoon near the glacier itself, followed by a delicious BBQ with your group.
Say goodbye to Torres del Paine as you paddle along the gentle Grey river
Paddling into the backcountry
Getting up close to glaciers on your final day
Kayak Paine's Grey & Serrano Rivers: 3 Days
A very cool way of getting from the heart of Torres del Paine to Puerto Natales by kayak via important river systems: Paddle amongst ice floes calved off Glacier Grey, travel 15 miles alongside the Paine Massif, then down rapids and past glaciers to the icebergs on Serrano Lagoon. This 3-day kayak trip, with excellent guides, is a great add-on to any trip to Paine.
Kayak Paine's Ice Route: 4 Days
An incredible 4-day kayaking expedition showing you Paine's classic views and heading to some true wilderness sections. You'll paddle right up close to glaciers, kayak down and upstream in this fully-supported adventure. Enjoy wild camping far from the crowds on the most complete kayaking add-on to any Torres del Paine trip.
Torres del Paine W Trek & Backcountry Kayaking
6 nights from $3,400pp based on 2 person group
This inspirational tour includes the accommodation, transfers, meals and excursions that are included in the trips listed. Please note this does not include flights.
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Plan my TripSwoop says
Combining the self-guided W with a kayak down the Grey and Serrano Rivers gives you two very different perspectives of the national park. It’s a great way to experience the scale and serenity of Torres del Paine, and to finish your trek with a big dose of adventure.
Imogen Mahon Patagonia Sales Consultant
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