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'W' MultiSport, an exciting version of the hike in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park
A multi-sport version of our classic "W" hike in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park
Duration: 9 days
4+ Travelers: $2,990 per person
3 Travelers: $3,110 per person
2 Travelers: $3,360 per person
This spectacular Patagonia tour is an exciting multi-sport version of our classic "W" hike in Chile's most beautiful national park, Torres del Paine. Sea kayak on emerald Serrano River with the breathtaking backdrop of Torres del Paine. Don crampons for a day of ice hiking on Grey glacier, and if you wish, try a bit of vertical ice climbing, safely accompanied by our expert ice-climbing guides. Top off these exhilarating Chile hiking experiences with visits to the rest of the park's highlights, the French valley and the Paine towers. This is an action-packed Patagonia tour filled with unforgettable views, mountains, rivers and glaciers. Plus you'll be staying at fully-equipped camping facilities in picturesque settings where delicious meals and wine are served in rustic Chilean refugios.
If a private departure to Patagonia better suits your schedule, please contact us regarding details and costs.
Itinerary Details for 'W' MultiSport Tour
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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
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Sea Kayaking on Rio Serrano
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Glacier Hiking on Grey glacier
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Trek the Laguna Verde hike, an off the beaten track few have seen
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Visit the Balmaceda, Serrano and Tyndall glaciers
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Cruise past the Balmaceda hanging glacier in a fjord of Last Hope Sound
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Sail to the face of Grey Glacier
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Spectacular views of the granite amphitheatre and the massive granite Towers on a hike to French valley
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Visit the fascinating burrowing Magellanic Penguins
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Observe guanacos, rheas, condors, and other wildlife
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Follow the gorgeous trail to the base of the Towers where you'll see emerald pools filled by hanging glaciers
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Exact schedule may vary, due to weather conditions and group skill levels.
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Day 1 (Fri) ARRIVE PUNTA ARENAS (Via Santiago, Chile)
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Your Patagonia tour adventure kicks off with arrival at Punta Arenas airport where you will transfer on your own to your hotel.
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Day 2 (Sat) PUNTA ARENAS - PUERTO NATALES
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In the morning the guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel and you will drive to Otway Sound, where you'll observe the burrowing Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat. After observing and photographing these intriguing creatures, continue across the Patagonian Steppe to Puerto Natales, along the beautiful Last Hope Sound. Spend the evening exploring the waterfront and enjoy dinner at one of the fine restaurants in town. Just a short walk from Puerto Natales, overnight at a local hotel and enjoy lovely views of Last Hope Sound and the Serrano Glacier in the distance. (B,D)
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Day 3 (Sun) LAGUNA VERDE HIKE - SERRANO RIVER
Sea kayaking Patagonia's awe-inspiring scenery
Your Patagonia tours continue after a hearty breakfast. A private van will take you towards the towering peaks of Torres del Paine National Park by the shores of Lake Sarmiento with the peaks of the Paine Horns on your right. Your day of travel in Patagonia starts with a trek along Laguna Verde through ancient southern beech forests towards the Sierra del Toro. After a few hours of classic Patagonia hiking, you'll ascend to the fabulous Mirador del Toro to enjoy stunning views of the peaks of Torres del Paine and the lakes and waterways that flow through the pampas below. After stopping to take some photographs and enjoy the marvelous view, you'll be ready to start your steep descent of the Sierra del Toro. Lunch will be enjoyed in the valley before a visit to the park headquarters and visitor's center where your guide will further explain the park's history and share maps that delineate your Patagonia hiking still to come. From here, it is a short distance to the evening's campsite on the peaceful Serrano River. In this beautiful camp setting, the entire Paine massif across the pampas is in full view. Before dinner, you may choose to go fishing, take a walk or just relax. For the early risers in the group, this area is said to offer some of the most spectacular sunrises in Patagonia. (B,L,D)
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Day 4 (Mon) FULL DAY KAYAK FROM GREY LAKE TO GREY BRIDGE
You'll have a full-day's satisfying journey of Patagonia, sea kayaking through awe-inspiring scenery. After paddling around the icebergs in Grey Lake, you'll kayak down the Grey River through Margaritas canyon towards Mt. Donoso and pampa grande with the Paine massif always in view. Return to camp on the Serrano River for the night. (B,L,D)
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Day 5 (Tue) ICE HIKING ON GREY GLACIER - HIKE TO PEHOE
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Grab your crampons for a short introduction to Patagonia glacier hiking
Grab your crampons and meet the local ice climbing guide for a short introduction to Patagonia glacier hiking. After practicing safety techniques in the morning, you'll spend the early morning on an exhilarating portion of your Patagonia tour exploring Grey glacier and its ice caves on foot, with plenty of time to stop for photos. Return to land via zodiac for a hike to Lake Pehoe. Tonight you'll dine in the refugio and sleep under the Patagonia stars at the campsite. (B,L,D)
Patagonia Hiking Details:
6.1 mi; 500 ft elevation gain.
Ice Hike:
1-2 hours maximum over varied terrain
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Day 6 (Wed) PEHOE - FRENCH VALLEY - LOS CUERNOS
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Camp for the night at Cuernos refuge below the majestic Horns of Paine
A day-long hike takes you through the French valley along the shores of Lake Nordenskjold. The natural granite amphitheatre and the peaks that comprise this enclosed valley will amaze you. Enjoy unique views of the Pehoe, Scottsburg, Toro and Nordenskjold lakes below. Make camp for the night at the Cuernos refuge below the majestic Horns of Paine, dining in the refugio. (B,L,D)
Patagonia Hiking Details:
13.2 mi/9.3 mi (without reaching Britannica) | 1,700 ft elevation gain reaching Camp Britannica /600 ft elevation gain without reaching Camp Britannica.
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Day 7 (Thu) CUERNOS - LAS TORRES
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Today's travels continue towards Torres del Paine, the three granite spires that give the park its name. Hike the rolling foothills of the Cuernos along the tranquil shores of Lake Nordenskjold. If you have the constitution for it, take an invigorating swim in the frigid waters, a truly memorable experience on any Chile tour. You'll spend the night at the fully-outfitted Las Torres campsite. (B,L,D)
Patagonia Hiking Details:
7.8 mi; 200 ft elevation gain.
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Day 8 (Fri) TOWERS HIKE
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Torres del Paine, the three granite spires that give the park its name
Today is the most difficult hike of this Patagonia tour, trekking all the way to the base of Torres del Paine, but the view makes it all worthwhile. Climbing up the Ascending valley, you'll hike through beautiful old growth beech forests to a rock moraine just under the Towers where a steep climb leads to one of the park's most spectacular vistas. Weather permitting, you'll enjoy a last picnic lunch at this incredibly scenic spot with the lowlands stretching out below. Return to camp for the last night, where a well-deserved dinner awaits. (B,L,D)
Patagonia Hiking Details:
10.8 mi (17.4 km) 2,680 ft elevation gain.
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Day 9 (Sat) TOWERS - PUNTA ARENAS
Pack early in the morning and return to Puerto Natales for some last-minute shopping before being transferred to the airport for your flight to Santiago and your connecting international flight home, with stories of your unforgettable Patagonia tour. (B)
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Key:
(B)reakfast (L)unch (D)inner
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2010 SCHEDULED TRIP DATES
Friday Departures
2 person minimum / 8 maximum
Feb
05-13
Mar
02/26-03/06
Private Departures can be arranged. Please contact us regarding private departure costs.
INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
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Included in tour cost
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- Professional, English-speaking local guides and camp staff
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- Meals as indicated
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- Plentiful, nutritious meals and snacks while on the trek (Vegetarian option available)
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- All hotel and camping accommodations (twin shared basis including continental breakfast)
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- All transfers in private van
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- Entrance fees for all scheduled tours, national parks, archaeological sites and boats
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- Eureka tents - three person / for 2 people max
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- Sea kayaks and all gear needed / Sea kayak guide
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- Glacier hike and all gear needed / Glacier hike guide
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- Southern Explorations pre departure services
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Excluded in tour cost
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- International round-trip airfare USA / Santiago / USA
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- Airfare $360 (Santiago / Punta Arenas / Santiago), subject to change
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- Airport taxes international (around $30) and local (around $5)
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- Lunches and dinners in the cities (unless otherwise noted)
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- Sleeping bag, hiking boots and other personal gear
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- Personal expenses (tips and gratuities, alcoholic beverages, medical or travel insurance, laundry, airport taxes, etc.).
PHYSICAL RATING
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Difficult - Strenuous
CHILE ACCOMMODATION
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'W' MultiSport:
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2 nights hotel
6 nights camping
(Eureka 3 person tents for 2)
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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Additional $410
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- Single Supplement is the additional cost of a single traveler not sharing a room in double occupancy. We will match you with another same gender traveler unless you request single accommodations.
Prices based on 3% cash discount
