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Experience the most complete and demanding trek in Torres del Paine by walking the Classic O Circuit.
Over 8 days and 7 nights you will walk all the way around the Paine Massif, crossing remote sectors, Patagonian forests, rivers, lakes and glaciers. The itinerary includes some of the park's main highlights, such as John Gardner Pass, Grey Glacier, the French Valley and the Base of the Towers viewpoint.
Unlike the W Circuit, this route lets you discover the wildest and least travelled side of Torres del Paine, with longer days and stages that ask more of you physically.
This self-guided program is recommended for travellers in good physical condition and with previous experience on multi-day treks. It includes accommodation, meals and the transfers listed in the itinerary, so you can focus entirely on the route.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Approximate distance: between 120 and 130 km
Limited spaces: we recommend booking in advance to secure availability.
Itinerary
Loss: 250 meters

7:00 am - Program start at the bus terminal
After breakfast at the hotel, head to the bus terminal to take the 7:00 am bus (we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before departure) toward Torres del Paine National Park.

Bus ride to the National Park
You will travel through beautiful landscapes until you reach the main entrance, Laguna Amarga, where you need to register with CONAF (the park rangers).

Park entrance
Information gates: The Laguna Amarga and Río Serrano gates will remain in operation throughout the year. They will control the entrance of visitors, as well as provide orientation and information to those who require it.

Transfer to the shuttle to the Las Torres Sector
Here you change to “Transporte Las Torres”, who will take you to the Welcome Center. You register at Reserva Cerro Paine

Hike to the Serón Sector
Enjoy this 13.5-km point-to-point route near Torres del Paine, Magallanes. It is generally considered a moderate route, taking an average of 3 h 40 min to hike. It is a popular region for backpacking, camping and hiking, so it is likely to meet other people while in the area. The best time to visit this route is from October to

Overnight camping at Camping Serón
Located 4 hours trek from Las Torres sector, it’s in the Eastern side of the National Park, where begins the Big Circuit.
Loss: 300 meters

Departure on the trail toward the Dickson Sector
Trail for use in one direction only.

Accommodation in a refugio or campsite at Dickson
This shelter and campground are located on the banks of the Dickson Lake and is the farthest point of the O Circuit in the Torres del Paine National Park. Located in one of the sectors with greater vegetation of the park has some of the most beautiful views of the entire circuit. Trails are reaching the Dickson area from the
Loss: 250 meters

Trail for use in one direction only.

Overnight camping at Los Perros
This campsite is located just before John Gardner Pass, at 550 m.s.n.m. Belongs to Circuit O of Torres del Paine. From this point you can access the Punta Puma Glacier. There are basic toilet facilities and cold water showers only. Services Grocery Store There is a warehouse provided with everything necessary for snacks and basic supplies. Quincho It is a
Loss: 1200 meters

Hike from Los Perros over Gardner Pass
Trail for use in one direction only.

Hike from the Guardería Paso ranger station to the Grey Sector
Passing the Glacier, the hard descent begins, the path continues along a narrow path until entering the forest until reaching the Conaf El Paso Nursery, approximately 1 hour and a half walk from the Glacier, on the way it crosses three hanging bridges and after 4 hours or so from the Conaf El Paso nursery you arrive at the Gray

Overnight stay in a refugio or campsite at Grey
This shelter is few minutes away from the glacier Grey, which emerges from the Southern Ice Fields. It is on one end of the W trekking circuit, the best known and busiest of Torres del Paine National Park, and you can access it by walking from the Shelter Vértice Paine Grande, in catamaran from the Hosteria Lago Grey or from
Loss: 501 meters

Discover this 22.2-km round-trip route near Torres del Paine, Magallanes. It is generally considered a difficult route, taking an average of 6 hours 28 minutes to travel. It is a very popular region for backpacking, camping and hiking, so you are likely to meet other people while you are in the area. The best time to visit this route is

Overnight stay in a refugio or campsite at Paine Grande
The shelter is located on the banks of the Pehoé Lake in the area of the old shelter Pehoé, off the south side of Cerro Paine Grande. It is part of the W circuit, and it is the ultimate base camp of Torres del Paine. It is a strategic place in the park, which is only accessible through the lake
Loss: 700 meters

This circuit begins from the Paine Grande Ferry Dock on Lake Pehoe. Continue along the Trail to the Italian Camp, which surrounds Lake Skottsberg on the west bank. Once at the camp, you can spend the night or return the same day (it is not a very long route). The return is along the east bank of the lake. Throughout

Enjoy this 3.7-km round-trip route near Torres del Paine, Magallanes. It is generally considered a difficult trail. It is a very popular region for hiking, so you are likely to meet other people while you are in the area. One of the most beautiful valleys in the Torres del Paine National Park The French Valley Trek is part of the

Check out this 10.3-km round-trip route near Lazo, Magallanes. It is generally considered a moderate route, taking an average of 3 hours 50 minutes to travel. It is a very popular region for backpacking, camping and hiking, so you are likely to meet other people while you are in the area. This hike has a constant elevation gain, but the

This hike has a constant elevation gain, but the views down to the valley, the Francés Glacier, and the Cuernos de Paine (on the way back) are unbeatable. If you are doing the W circuit tour, it will be a point-to-point walk. The idea and return route is generally used for a day hike. Check out this 10.3-km round-trip route

This trail connects the Italian Camp, the gateway to the beautiful French Valley with the Los Cuernos camp area, which receives its name because it is located at the foot of the hills that protrude from the Paine Mountain Range as if they were horns. Also pass by the French camp which has a pleasant restaurant on the shores of

Accommodation in a refugio, cabin or campsite at Los Cuernos
Located at the Base of “Los Cuernos” of Paine Massif, 4.5 hours trek from Las Torres area. The site presents an unbeatable view of the Cuernos and Nordenskjöld Lake, becoming and excellent place to recover and continue the journey. It’s on the heart of the W Circuit, and is the place to stay during the second or third night depending
Loss: 300 meters

The trail to Mirador Cuernos also known as Cuernos del Paine offers a short and easy hike surrounded by some of the impressive landscapes of Chilean Patagonia, with views especially of Lake Nordenskjöld, the French Valley and the Paine Mountain Range. The trail is fairly flat and doesn't gain much elevation, making it friendly to those without much experience. A

Accommodation in the campsite or refugio Torre Central
Located in Las Torres area at the beginning of the W Circuit. From this place you have access to Base of the Towers trail and then continue to Los Cuernos and French Valley. Access is by the Laguna Amarga entrance to Torres del Paine, from where you may take a minibus that brings visitors to the sector.
Loss: 899 meters

This route connects the Refugio Chileno, Laguna Inge and finally Refugio Los Cuernos through the trails "Las Torres a Chileno" and "Atajo Chileno a Los Cuernos". It is possible to appreciate incredible landscapes and walk among Patagonian forests next to the Ascencio River, in the vicinity of Lake Nordenskjöld and with views of the impressive mountain formations such as Mount

Difficulty: Medium - 20 km (8 hours) Initial altitude: 90 meters above sea level Maximum altitude: 870 meters above sea level The hike to Mirador Base Las Torres (or simply Mirador Torres) is one of the most iconic in Chilean Patagonia and probably the most popular within the Torres del Paine National Park. It allows you to have incredible views

The preamble to access the Torres del Paine A wonder of nature. We arrive at the closest point to appreciate the characteristic mountains of this park after crossing suspension bridges, crossing slopes, walking through lenga forests and ascending between rocks to the viewpoint that is 700 mm above sea level. From here the view is impressive: you have a wonderful

Return along the same trail to the Las Torres Sector
Difficulty: Medium - 20 km (8 hours) Initial altitude: 90 meters above sea level Maximum altitude: 870 meters above sea level The hike to Mirador Base Las Torres (or simply Mirador Torres) is one of the most iconic in Chilean Patagonia and probably the most popular within the Torres del Paine National Park. It allows you to have incredible views

Transfer to Laguna Amarga

Bus from Laguna Amarga to Puerto Natales
Travel comfortably and affordably between Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine National Park using the most popular regular shuttle service for travelers and trekkers visiting Patagonia. (more…)

Back at the Puerto Natales bus terminal
When you are at the Puerto Natales Bus Terminal, remember to take care of your belongings, especially during busy times. Pay attention to bus arrivals, as most terminals do not provide real-time arrival information. Several bus companies, such as Buses Pacheco, Bus Sur, Buses María José, Buses Fernández, and Buses Cootra, operate from this terminal. The terminal also offers several
Frequently Asked Questions
The program includes the main logistics for completing the circuit: round-trip bus tickets between Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine, shared transfer between Laguna Amarga and the Las Torres Sector, accommodation at sectors along the circuit, full board, entrance for the O Circuit trails, and guidance from the expert team.
Inclusions may vary depending on availability and the type of accommodation confirmed, so we always recommend reviewing the program details before booking.
The O Circuit is a longer, more complete and more demanding route than the W Circuit. While the W Circuit covers the park's most iconic sectors, the O Circuit goes all the way around the Paine Massif and adds more remote areas, less travelled and physically more demanding.
It is an experience recommended for travellers looking for a multi-day trek, a deeper connection with nature and a more challenging route within Torres del Paine.
The O Circuit is a physically demanding program. Expect several hours of walking each day, with stages that can range from 4 to 12 hours, depending on the section of the itinerary.
The route includes long ascents, uneven terrain, mud, rocks, mountain passes and the changing weather conditions typical of Patagonia. For that reason, it is recommended for people in good physical condition with previous trekking experience.
One of the most demanding stages of the O Circuit is the day between Los Perros, John Garner Pass and Grey. This section can involve 10 to 12 hours of walking, with the ascent to John Garner Pass, rocky terrain, mud, steep slopes and exposure to Patagonian wind.
It is a key day of the circuit and requires good physical preparation, rest beforehand, suitable gear and constant attention to weather conditions.
Yes, it is advisable to have previous experience with multi-day treks. The O Circuit is not a beginner's program, as it includes long stages, isolated sectors and highly demanding sections such as John Garner Pass.
To enjoy the experience safely, it is important to be used to walking with a backpack, dealing with changing weather and keeping a steady pace over several consecutive days.
Included
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Round Trip Bus Tickets Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine
Round trip in regular shared service without a guide. - Shared transfer between Laguna Armaga and Sector Las Torres
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1 night in Sector Serón
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. -
1 night in Dickson Sector
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. Shelter includes: armed bed or single bed (with sleeping bag). -
1 night in Sector Los Perros
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. -
1 night in Sector Grey
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. Shelter includes: armed bed or single bed (with sleeping bag). -
1 night in Sector Paine Grande
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. Shelter includes: armed bed or single bed (with sleeping bag). -
1 night in French Sector or Cuernos
(Depending on availability) Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. Shelter includes: armed bed or single bed (with sleeping bag). -
1 night accommodation in Central Sector
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat. Shelter includes: armed bed or single bed (with sleeping bag). - Full board (breakfast, box lunch, and dinner)
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Ticket for O circuit trails
• Typical duration: 7 to 9 days. • Type of visit: Full trek around the Paine massif. • Sectors included: W Circuit + additional sectors of the park. • Permitted activities: Full trekking with multiple overnight stays. • Key requirement: Mandatory campsite/refuge reservations for each night. • Recommended profile: Experienced trekkers, good physical condition, and advanced planning. -
Expert advice and coordination
Personalized guidance and coordination of your experience via phone, email, webchat, WhatsApp, and scheduled video calls. -
Booking Fee – Reservation Management
Included in the final price. This fee covers the administrative expenses associated with managing and confirming the reservation, processing payments, and coordinating the service with local operators.
General Conditions
Restrictions and Recommendations
- This program is not recommended for children under 12 years old.
- Passengers over 70 years old must present a medical certificate confirming a physical condition compatible with the activities of the program, so everyone can enjoy the experience.
- Passengers must be able to carry their own personal belongings throughout the program.
- We recommend using 40-litre backpacks.
- We offer luggage storage in Puerto Natales for those who wish to leave their bags behind.
Recommendations for the O Circuit
- Bring extra clothing inside a dry bag (socks, base layer, quick-dry trousers).
- Use backpacks to carry food and the items mentioned above.
- Report your physical condition before the activity (recent fractures or injuries, allergies, recent or ongoing medical treatment, dependence on medication, etc.).
Pricing
| Per Person | Price for Chileans and Residents | Price for non-resident Foreigners |
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| Camping en Single | CL$ 1 621 000 | US$ 2 593 |
| Camping en Doble | CL$ 1 343 000 | US$ 2 065 |
| Refugio | CL$ 1 430 000 | US$ 2 420 |
| Camping en Single | CL$ 2 041 000 | US$ 3 088 |
| Camping en Doble | CL$ 1 564 000 | US$ 2 381 |
| Refugio | CL$ 1 912 000 | US$ 3 165 |
| Camping en Single | CL$ 2 407 000 | US$ 3 415 |
| Camping en Doble | CL$ 1 892 000 | US$ 2 629 |
| Refugio | CL$ 2 098 000 | US$ 3 267 |
Commercial Conditions
Cancellation Policies
- Cancellations with 91 days or more before the service date: 90% refund.
- Cancellations between 90 and 71 days before the service date: 80% refund.
- Cancellations with 70 days or less before the service date are not eligible for a refund.
Other Conditions
- For groups of more than 15 people, special conditions may apply regarding deposit amounts, cancellation deadlines and refund percentages. These conditions will be communicated in advance at the time of booking and defined case by case according to the characteristics of the group.
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