Trekking

Accommodation
Self-Guided
Transfers
Meals
Physical Demand
medium high

If challenges are your thing, this program is for you.
This 8 days / 7 nights camping or refuge program offers a unique experience in which you can appreciate the natural beauty of Chilean Patagonia, with impressive landscapes, turquoise lakes, glaciers and abundant flora and fauna.

Circuit O generally takes around 8 to 10 days to complete, depending on pace and weather conditions. It is physically challenging and requires adequate preparation, as it involves walking long distances on uneven terrain and facing variable weather conditions.

Available November to March.

Schedule

Start of the program at the bus terminal

After breakfast at the hotel, you must to go to the bus terminal to take the 7:00 am bus (we recommend being at least 10 minutes before departure) to go to Torres del Paine National Park.

Bus trip to the National Park

You will travel through beautiful landscapes until you reach the main entrance, Laguna Amarga, where it is necessary to register with CONAF (park rangers).

Entrance to the Nacional Park

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 Las Torres Sector

Here you will transfer to "Las Torres" shuttle, who will take you to the Visitor’s Center. Check yourself in at the Cerro Paine Reserve.

Trek to 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 in Serón Campground

Located 4 hours trek from Las Torres sector, it’s in the Eastern side of the National Park, where begins the Big Circuit.

Departure for a trail walk to the Dickson Sector

Trail for use in one direction only.

Shelter or Camping Accommodation in 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

Trail for use in one direction only.

Overnight at Los Perros Campground

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

Trek from Los Perros to Paso Gardner

Trail for use in one direction only.

Trek 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

Night of accommodation in Grey Shelter or Campground

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

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

Night of accommodation in Paine Grande Shelter or Campground

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

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

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

Night of accommodation in Los Cuernos Shelter, Cabins or Campground

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

The trail to Mirador Cuernos also known as Cuernos del Paine offers a short and easy hike surrounded by some of the stunning landscapes of Chilean Patagonia.

Accommodatio in Torre Central Campground or Shelter

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.

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 on the same way to Las Torres Sector

Transfer to Amarga Lagoon

Bus from Amarga Lagoon to Puerto Natales

Back at the Bus Terminal of Puerto Natales

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

Included

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).
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 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 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 Los Perros
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat.
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 Sector Serón
Camping includes: tent and mountain sleeping bag and insulating mat.
Round Trip Bus Tickets Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine
Round trip in regular shared service without a guide.
Full Board O Circuit
Breakfast: Days 2, 3,4, 5,6 and 7. Lunch (box lunch): Days 1,2,3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 Dinner: Days 1,2,3, 4, 5 and 6
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Not Included

Drinks and water for the journeys
Bilingual Guide spanish/english
During excursions and departures mentioned in the itinerary
Medical, accident or travel insurance

General Conditions

Restrictions and Recommendations

Available for travel between November 1, 2024 and April 30, 2025.
This program is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.
Passengers must be able to carry their personal belongings for the duration of the program.
We recommend the use of 40 liter backpacks.
We offer custody in Puerto Natales for those who wish to leave their luggage.

Recommendations for trekking

Bring extra clothes inside the dry bag (socks, first layer, quick-drying pants).
Use of backpacks to transport food and the aforementioned elements. (One backpack per passenger with a minimum capacity of 15 liters is recommended).
Inform physical condition at the time of carrying out the activity (recent fractures or injuries, allergies, recent or ongoing medical treatments, drug dependence, etc.).

Commercial Conditions

Per Person in	Persons	Price for Residents in Chile	Price for Non-Residents in Chile
Camping	One	CL$ 1 621 000	US$ 2 593
Camping	Two	CL$ 1 343 000	US$ 2 065
Shelter	One	CL$ 1 517 000	US$ 2 596
Shelter	From Two	CL$ 1 430 000	US$ 2 420

**Ask for special values for guided tours**

Cancellation Policies

91 or more days before arrival without penalty.
90 - 71 days before arrival 20% fine.
70 - 46 days before arrival 50% fine.
45 (or less) days before arrival 100% fine.

Important

The bank expenses originated by the deposits or transfers both from the issuing country of the transfer and from the receiving bank of the same, are the responsibility of the transfer issuer. TorresdelPaine.com, nor GreatChile.com are not responsible for them.
The cost of entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park included in the Hotel las Torres and Trekking Circuits programs: - Due to the entrance to Torres del Paine National Park must be compared with the personal data of each passenger to an external body, as is the CONAF (National Forestry Corporation), the cost of tickets is non-refundable. - Tickets to the National Park are not transferable.