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Discover the oldest story in Patagonia on an experience that brings together trekking, archaeology, nature and remarkable landscapes at Cerro Benítez, a few kilometres from Puerto Natales.

On this guided excursion you'll walk trails, caves, rock shelters and natural viewpoints inside the Cerro Benítez Archaeological Park, with wide views over the Eberhard Fjord, Señoret Channel and Laguna Sofía.

Along the way you'll visit places such as the Cueva de la Ventana, Cueva Escondida, the Dos Herraduras sector and ancient rock paintings roughly 3,500 years old, while you learn about the first inhabitants of Patagonia, their surroundings and the archaeological history of the area.

You'll also have the chance to spot Andean condors, native forest, geological formations and natural caves, which makes this activity a good option if you want to see a different Patagonia, more cultural and less crowded.

Duration: approximately 4 hours
Format: guided half-day trekking
Difficulty: natural trails, uneven sections and caves

Important: to enter the private grounds where the activity takes place there is an entrance fee of $15.000 CLP per person.

Physical Demand
Medium
Excursion with walks along natural trails, forest, caves and uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes.
Experience
Beginner
No previous experience is required, although basic fitness is recommended for walking on uneven terrain.
Duration of Activities
4 hours
Distance travelled during Activities
6 kilometers
Altitude Range
34-539 meters of height above mean sea level
Elevation
Gain: 475 meters
Loss: 475 meters

Itinerary

Transfer from your accommodation in Puerto Natales to the Archaeological Park

The gateway to Torres del Paine … The beautiful and remote Natales was founded in 1911 and inhabited primarily by Chileans from the city of Chiloé. Today, it is the transit city to Torres del Paine National Park, but also a destination on its own with various activities such as trekking, mountaineering and sport fishing. Puerto Natales has a wonderful

Los escarpados acantilados rocosos del Cerro Benítez, un lugar popular para la observación de cóndores y la exploración de cuevas.

We will visit the Window Cave and then, along the south-eastern side, we will enter the Hidden Cave, which we access with headlamps, crawling on hands and elbows. This cave is about 4 metres high and covers roughly 70 square metres. Inside we can see ancient stalactites formed by the build-up of salts and minerals from water filtering and dripping constantly over thousands of years. Once this adventure is over, we will leave the cave and head towards a group of rock shelters known as "Dos Herraduras". Along the way we walk through dense forest to finally see the rock paintings on the walls of this rock formation, which was once the sea floor.

Los escarpados acantilados rocosos del Cerro Benítez, un lugar popular para la observación de cóndores y la exploración de cuevas.
Return trip to Puerto Natales

The gateway to Torres del Paine … The beautiful and remote Natales was founded in 1911 and inhabited primarily by Chileans from the city of Chiloé. Today, it is the transit city to Torres del Paine National Park, but also a destination on its own with various activities such as trekking, mountaineering and sport fishing. Puerto Natales has a wonderful

Frequently Asked Questions

The excursion includes transfers from Puerto Natales, a bilingual guide and a guided trek through the Cerro Benítez Archaeological Park.

Cerro Benítez is located approximately 25 km north of Puerto Natales, near Laguna Sofía and the Milodón Cave.

The experience involves approximately 4 hours of trekking and exploration.

The physical demand is moderate and involves walking on natural trails, caves and uneven terrain.

They are archaeological records made approximately 3,500 years ago by the early inhabitants of Patagonia.

Included

  • Transfers from/to Accommodation in Puerto Natales
    Available for the urban area of Puerto Natales.
  • Bilingual Guide spanish/english
    During excursions and departures mentioned in the itinerary
  • Trekking Poles
  • 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.

Not Included

  • Tips
  • Meals
    As mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Medical, accident or travel insurance

General Conditions

Minimum passengers: 2
Departure: 08:00
Duration: 6 hours
Return: 14:00

Notes

  1. Times may vary depending on weather conditions and the physical condition of the passengers
  2. Hotel pick up starts at 8:00 hrs. It may take up to about 45 minutes longer depending on the location of the hotel and the number of passengers.

Commercial Conditions

Cancellation Policies

  • Cancellations with 10 days or more before the service date: 90% refund.
  • Cancellations with 9 days or less before the service date are not eligible for a refund.

Other Conditions

  • Price includes VAT
  • Book at least 72 hrs in advance.
  • Changes and/or cancellations up to 72 hours before the service,
  • Cancellations outside that window are not refundable.
  • Excursion subject to schedule changes or cancellation due to weather and passenger safety conditions.

Our apply on everything not mentioned before.

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Rock Art Paintings - Cerro Benítez
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