Users' questions

How much does it cost to enter Torres del Paine?

How much does it cost to enter Torres del Paine?

FROM JANUARY 1, 2020 THE RATES WILL BE RESETTED ACCORDING TO THE FOLLOWING TABLE:

Until 31 december 2019
– Adult, chilean >18 $6.000
– Adult, foreign >18 $21.000
– Adult, disability chilean or resident >18 $3.000
– Child 11 or less years old, chilean or resident. Disability people Free

Can you camp anywhere in Torres del Paine?

There are four park campgrounds along the “W” Circuit (Guardas, Italiano, Britanico, and Torres) and one along the “O” Circuit (Paso). All visitors to Torres del Paine National Park must pay a steep entrance fee ($18,000 pesos for foreigners) but once inside CONAF-run campgrounds are free.

Where can I sleep Torres del Paine?

Where to stay in Torres Del Paine: hotels

  • Explora Patagonia Hotel Salto Chico. From the shores of Lago Pehoé, Explora Patagonia offers stunning views of the massif.
  • Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa. Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa is one of the best luxury places to stay in Torres Del Paine.
  • Hotel Las Torres.
  • Hotel Lago Grey.

How do I book campsites in Torres del Paine?

Reservation of free camping areas: CONAF

  1. Make your reservation as soon as possible via Torres del Paine’s website (still not open for 2019-20)
  2. Select the date you plan on spending the night at the campsite. You can choose maximum one night.
  3. Enter your information.
  4. Save and print your confirmation email.

Is Torres del Paine safe?

Ah, yes you can. You do have to be rather dedicated to the cause but people do get lost and never found in Torres Del Paine. It’s a massive national park with animals that will gladly nibble on your limbs if you get lost and die.

Can you hike Torres del Paine without a guide?

Hiking the Torres Del Paine W Trek in Patagonia is a bucket list item for many. Doing the W Trek without a guide is the most cost efficient way to trek through the park and it feels very rewarding to do it yourself. However, sorting out the W Trek was one of the most challenging bookings we have made to date.

Is the W trek difficult?

The W Trek is not a difficult or technical trek. Hiking the W Trek doesn’t require you to be a pro, but some hiking experience is highly recommended. Both these hikes require an 8-hour walk (round trip), so you should be used to hiking an entire day.

Can you stay in Torres del Paine?

Torres del Paine National Park offers a large range of accommodation to choose from. Stay at a refugios or campsites for a fun and traditional trek experience. Escape to a luxury lodge for tranquillity and incredible views across the park or gaze up at the stars from your yurt/dome at an eco yurt camp.

What is a Refugio in Torres del Paine?

refugio masculine noun. english translation of REFUGIO: refuge, shelter. swoop definition of REFUGIO: warm, friendly, convivial places with shared dorm-style rooms for 6 people, and hot meals and showers. The accommodation is basic but comfortable You will find a communal dining room… ….shared bathrooms…..

What time does Torres del Paine open?

1 am to 3 pm
Business hours: 1 am to 3 pm. Shops and commerce usually closes during lunch time.

How many days do you need in Torres del Paine?

If you’re planning a backpacking trip in Torres del Paine, for example, you’ll want to spend between 5 and 10 days there; but those with plans for a few light walks and sightseeing drives in that national park might find that 2 to 3 days are enough.

What is the best month to visit Patagonia?

The best times to visit Argentine Patagonia are October through November (springtime in the southern hemisphere) and December through February (summertime). During these months, the weather is mild, and spectators can view natural attractions in their full splendor.

How much does it cost to get to Torres del Paine?

These are the fixed prices that you will have to pay for the Torres del Paine W trek: Roundtrip bus Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine: 15.000 CLP / 23 US$ Entrance fee to the park during high season: 21.000 CLP / 32 US$ Catamaran across Pehoé Lake: 18.000 CLP / 28 US$ one-way

Where to book campsites in Torres del Paine?

Booking the tent and/or camping spot for the paid campsites can be done using the Fantastico Sur wwebsite (Las Torres refugio and camp, Chileno refugio and camp, Camp Seron, El Frances, refugio Cuernos) and the Vertice Patagonia website (refugio Dickson, Camp Los Perros]

Is the W Trail in Torres del Paine open?

Hiking the W trail in Torres del Paine can still be done in any direction you prefer. UPDATE 2: The “O” trek is closed between the 1st of April and the 30th of September for the 2019 season. 3. A tent or a hostel? I guess you are wondering where to stay in Torres del Paine during those 4-10 days, right?

How long does it take to hike Torres del Paine?

I recommend taking this route in Torres del Paine if you have more time on hand and if you want to more deeply immerse yourself in nature. The “O” trail gets a lot less crowded after it breaks away from the W hike. Duration – 9 days. Distance: more or less 110 km / 68 miles. The “Q” just adds an extra day to the “O”.