Things to do in Chilean Patagonia, Chilean Patagonia: The Best Tours

June 25, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

Dazzling fjords and vertiginous Andean peaks cover Chile's best-known region, turning this slim swath of land into a playground for skiing, whitewater rafting and trekking. To the north lies San Rafael Lagoon National Park with its impressive ice fields. In Patagonia's southern stretch, the city of Punta Arenas is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park, which attracts serious climbers and casual day hikers to its granite peaks, glaciers and waterfalls.
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1. Full Day Torres Del Paine Winter Overland Truck

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- Our company has developed the most strong and comfortable adventure trucks, thinking exclusively on joining Calafate and Torres del Paine in the fastest and safest way. These great vehicles allow us to circulate through a non paved shortcut and gain 2 hours in our journey. - We are Southroad, a company with 18 years experience of Full day tours from Calafate to Chalten & Torres del Paine.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free hotel pickup and drop-off included, Boxed Lunch

Exclusions: National Park Entrance fees

Reviewed By esackmann

Great tour! Amazing people of Southroad. Very recommendable!!!! Great views throughout the tour. Hope to be back soon!!!!!!

2. Excursion to Isla Magdalena Penguin Colony: Navigation and walking in the island

Muelle Prat, Av. Costanera del Estrecho de Magallanes 1398, Punta Arenas, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile Puerto Natales Tours by Say Hueque
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Experience a unique trip to a particular penguin Colony located in Isla Magdalena. The island is located in the centre of the Strait of Magellan, north of Punta Arenas and it hosts one of the largest Magellan Penguin colonies in Chile, exceeding 150,000 specimens. Cross the waters of the mythical Strait for approximately 2 hours. If you are lucky, you will discover the 'Australes' Dolphins and Commerson's dolphins swimming in the waters. Disembark on the island and take a walk interacting with hundreds of penguins that will appear while you walk, also, don't miss the opportunity to get to the particular white and red Lighthouse that is located in the same place. The time of stay on the island is one hour, and after that, you will return to Puntas Arenas pier.

Inclusions: Catamaran Tickets - Standard Cabin , Bilingual local guide assistance , Penguin Colony entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Transfers to / from Punta Arenas Pier, Snacks

3. Epic Patagonia: Torres del Paine - 'W' Trek

OneSeed Expeditions - Chile
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Backpack the famous ‘W trek’ through Torres del Paine National Park below beautiful rock towers and snow-capped peaks. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Spend a week trekking in Patagonia's famous Torres del Paine National Park, Climb through a beautiful lenga forest to the base of the Las Torres Towers, Explore the massive and beautiful Grey Glacier

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, 2 nights accommodation in Santiago, 2 nights accommodation in Puerto Natales, all accommodations on trek at refugios (shared bathroom and shared sleeping room) , domestic round trip flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas , trekking permits and entry fees, guide services, all ground transportation in Chile, airport transfers on Day 1, Day 2, Day 9 and Day 10

Exclusions: personal items, trip cancellation insurance (highly recommended), international airfare and meals during travel, beverages outside of designated meals, snacks during trek (there is plenty of food provided and you can purchase snacks at your lodge), emergency medical & evacuation insurance (required)

4. Torres del Paine Full Day Tour departing from El Calafate by Patagonia Dreams

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For the curious and unique conformation of its mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, flora and fauna, it is considered one of the most beautiful parks in the World. The best day trip you can do in El Calafate, the tour starts early, on the way to the border crossing (gravel road) "Cancha Carrera" to enter Chile. In this adventure through Chilean lands (gravel road), its main attractions are the Mirador del Lago Sarmiento de Gamboa, Saltos del Rio Paine, Upper Mirador Cerro Almirante Nieto / Cuernos del Paine, Entrance of Laguna Amarga. Once inside Torres del Paine National Park, we will be ready to start with the different trekking trails. Where, accompanied by our local experts, a lunch box will be provided. Then we will continue exploring and knowing the southernmost part of Patagonia, we will learn about its flora and fauna.

Inclusions: Spanish / English guide, Transfer: from your hotel round trip, Vianda (Boxlunch), insurance

Exclusions: Tickets to the National Park: $ 21,000 Chileans (Oct / DIc) $ 11,000 Chileans (May / Sep)

Reviewed By liviasepulveda

I bought 2 excursions for 2 people in december 2019 in Patagonia Dreams website and after they charged it on my credit card, they sent a message saying that there was no places available for any excursions. I went to the local store in El Calafate and they didn't give me the refund and didn't help with anything. The only thing they said was "you need to ask your credit card for the refund". I'll never buy anything with thiscompany again.

5. Trekking Base Torres

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Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most important protected wildlife areas in Chile. It was created on May 13, 1959.. Unesco declared it a biosphere reserve on April 28, 1978. Knowing this Massif is a challenge for those who are trekking lovers, a unique experience to walk between the paths of a beautiful Mountain, discovering all its charms, until reaching the Grand Prix , see the Towers in all their splendor and captive, take a photo with them, which each tourist takes as a souvenir of the goal of their journey through the Chilean Patagonia.

Inclusions: Canes, Air-conditioned vehicle

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6. Tour Experience Carretera Austral & Patagonia

Puerto Montt, Los Lagos, Chile MotoTravel Touring
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AUSTRAL HIGHWAY PATAGONIA CHILE / ARGENTINA Great, extensive, of infinite beauty is Patagonia, the perfect challenge for a great adventure. An unaltered natural environment, full of mountains, fjords and glaciers hidden among green landscapes, that captivates with its virgin lands, lakes and steppes and its fauna that characterizes it.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Boat trip to marble cathedrals, Motorcycle Transfer Santiago Puerto Mont - Punta Arenas Santiago, southern highway ferries, Support vehicle (motorcycle car and first aid equipment), Roadmap and organization and 2 guides

Exclusions: Gratuities, Motorcycle rental, airfare, Drinks or alcoholic beverages, at dinners

Reviewed By pindabrein

After some unfortunate course of events at a different venue we were directed to MotoTravel touring and there we were helped fantastically. They went out of their way to provide us with a bike and went above and beyond to make our trip more comfortable and memorable. That was not the end of our misfortune, as after some driving a screw punctured the back tire. MotoTravel Touring mobilized immediately to come offer us support and helped us excellently once again, and fast too. We've had nothing but good experiences at every stage, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone!

7. 5 Day W Trek (Guided) - Torres Del Paine, Chile (Camping or Refugio)

Puerto Natales, Natales, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile Flashpacker Connect
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This 5 day version of the W trek takes you along trails reaching glaciers, lakes, forests and the mighty Paine Towers, feeding your trekking-hungry soul every step of the way. The name “W” comes from the formation of a perfect W with the coming together of the paths than surround the southern sector of the Macizo del Paine. The principal attractions of the W Circuit are: Base Torres, Francés Valley and Grey Glacier.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Camping Gear (If Camping) - Sleeping bag, Pad, Tent, Refugios (Mountain Huts) - All Bedding provided (if on refugio program), English Guide, Transportation on a regular bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park and back., All meals: breakfast, lunch (box lunch), and dinner. Box lunch on return day to Puerto Natales., Pehoé Lake Catamaran, Torres del Paine National Park entrance fees

Exclusions: Travel Insurance - We recommend World Nomads, or Global Rescue, Gratuity, Drinks, Any service not specified in the program

Reviewed By pushpaniranjan

The trip arrangement was excellent. We got to experience hostel. Eco dome and tent Everything was taken care of and guides Steve and Juan were awesome The entire trip was fabulous

8. Puerto Natales: Full day tour Torres del Paine

Ruta Chile - Whole Saler Tour Operator
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Torres del Paine is a unique place where you can explore this beautiful National Park. You will enjoy a full day with the most beutiful views in the world.

Inclusions: Guide tour in Spanish or English during the entire visit, Transportation by car, minibus or bus, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By L8738FOsofiac

We took this tour last year. The guide doesn’t speak English at all, and keep repeating the same information over and over. They also don’t let you move and ask you to be next to them all the time. Amazing place but awful guide

9. Full Day Torres del Paine

Turismo Viento del Sur
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Excellent regular shared tour, where you can meet one of the 7 wonders of the world in addition to the beautiful Mildón Cave.

Inclusions: Certified guide

Exclusions: Each passenger must bring their lunch, Tickets

Reviewed By browncondo2102

They did an excellent job in the time they had to tour us to all of the important spots in and around the city. The highlight was the Nap Victoria Museum. Our tour ended at the artisan market.

10. Full Day King Penguin National Park

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Full day Tour where you can visit in Punta Arenas, little town Porvenir and the colony of King Penguin in Bahia Inutil.

Inclusions: Regular Full day Tour, Hotel Pick Up

Exclusions: Ticket entrance to the Park, Lunch, Ticket entrance to Provenir Museum

Reviewed By Cheryl B

Go with a good appetite, so many variety of meats, take just a little so you can make it to the end! Loved the lamb, filet mignon, garlic beef the best. Even saved room for dessert and left feeling very satisfied

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