Excursion to Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia
Explore Torres del Paine National Park with a guide to view a giant sloth replica, stop at viewpoints, and witness a waterfall.
Wonderful day-long trip. Very scenic, populated with llama-like deers. Took plenty of pictures with many stops along the way. Good lunch with soup, entree, and dessert.... Read more
This was our favorite day of the whole trip with stunning views of Torres del Paine National Park. Our guide was Jhon Pineda and he was... Read more
This is an amazing tour, you really get a chance to see all that Torres del Paine National Park has to offer. Hopefully the weather will... Read more
Loved our guide, Anna
The local guide, John, was funny and energetic as a guide. He even acted as a photographer for many of us. The sights we stopped at... Read more
Overview
Highlights
- Explore the Cueva del Milodón with a life-sized replica of a prehistoric giant sloth
- Trek along the scenic shores of Lago Grey and stop to enjoy a picnic lunch
- See Salto Grande waterfall and admire the views from Lago Nordenskjöld Viewpoint
- Spot guanacos, rheas, and condors in their natural habitat at Laguna Amarga
- Take in the views from the Lake Sarmiento Viewpoint on the return journey to Puerto Natales
Know before you go
10 hours
All ages
Small group
Lunch Included
What you'll do
Your day-long adventure will likely begin with a pick-up from your hotel in Puerto Natales. Next, you'll head to the Cueva del Milodón, a vast cave system featuring a giant replica of the prehistoric giant sloth, the Mylodon, after which the explorer Hermann Eberhard named the caves in 1895. Your guide will also likely show you the Silla del Diablo ("Devil's Chair"), an unusual chair-like rock formation steeped in local lore.
Next, you may enter Torres del Paine National Park, where the Cuernos del Paine, granite peaks known for their sharp, horn-like spires that rise dramatically from the surrounding terrain, will greet you. You can continue with a leisurely hike along the shores of Lago Grey, with a stop at the viewpoint where you can admire the surroundings and possibly see icebergs that have drifted from nearby glaciers. Once you finish the walk, it's the perfect time to enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch.
You can also make a stop at one of Patagonia's most powerful waterfalls, Salto Grande. Then, you may visit the Lago Nordenskjöld Viewpoint, where you'll view the park's diverse landscape before meandering toward Laguna Amarga ("Bitter Lagoon"). With native animals like guanacos, rheas, and condors, this landmark is an excellent location for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. On the way back to Puerto Natales, your guide may stop at the Lake Sarmiento Viewpoint for one final photo opportunity to capture the park's beauty.
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