Trek the Torres del Paine Region of Patagonia with International Mountain Guides

Patagonia is simply a trekkers dream. On this trek we'll enjoy long days on the trail taking in spectacular views of Patagonian ice fields, calving glaciers and huge granite towers overhead.

But where is Patagonia? Good question. Patagonia is tough to define geographically but generally speaking it is a region covering the southern most part of South America touching both Chile and Argentina.

The 'W' Trek takes place in Torres del Paine National Park in the Magallanes region of Southern Chilean Patagonia. Torres del Paine is known for its dramatic granite spires and the beautiful valleys that surround and separate these spires.

This trek starts out at the main entrance to Torres del Paine National Park, and once in the park we'll get right to it. Day one of the trek takes us up the Ascencio Valley along the wild river by the same name, to the base of Las Torres (Spanish for The Towers). The three spectacular granite Towers: Torre D'Agostini (2,850m), Torre Central (2,800m), and Torre Norte (2,600m), are the centerpiece of Torres del Paine National Park. Jaws drop as the towers appear as if from nowhere. We'll spend our first of two nights in this area to maximize viewing and photo taking opportunities.

After enjoying the views of Las Torres we'll make our way west through Bader Valley (aka The Forgotten Valley) and the French Valley, famous for the hanging glaciers and an amphitheater of granite walls and spires at the head of the valley. Along the way we'll get a peek at some hanging glaciers, glacial lagoons and some floating ice bergs. And for all the flora/fauna buffs out there we'll also keep our eyes peeled for Guanacos (llama) and Andean Condors, among many other animals local to Torres del Paine. And for all the penguin buffs out there, we'll be sure to check out the Penguin Reserve on the way to Puerto Natales!

Our eight days on the trail culminates with a boat ride across Lago Grey where we'll enjoy a Pisco Sour chilled by fresh glacier ice and a hike to the top of Mt. Ferrier (1599m) which gives some of the best views in the park. A perfect way to end this classic Patagonian trek.