Chile: The Longest Southern Terrain
From the Mars-like emptiness of the Atacama Desert to the granite towers of Torres del Paine, Chile is a land of stark, breathtaking contrasts waiting to be discovered.
Our Patagonia
Patagonia was a natural next step for us. Torres del Paine National Park is one of the world’s great adventure destinations, but we noticed a gap in the way many luxury trips were being offered.
Travelers could stay in exceptional lodges, yet their daily excursions were often shared with other guests and determined by the lodge’s group schedule. The accommodations felt exclusive, but the experience outside them did not.
We developed a more personal approach by pairing Patagonia’s best existing lodges with privately guided excursions. Each group has its own guide and vehicle, allowing the days to be shaped around individual interests, abilities and preferred pace.
For travelers who want to complete the W Trek, we can also arrange a private experience using comfortable ecodomes along the route.
This approach delivers the privacy and flexibility expected from a luxury journey while preserving the raw adventure that makes Patagonia extraordinary.
Patagonia also pairs naturally with Antarctica, creating one remarkable journey through the far south.
This is our Patagonia.
How We Do Chile
Private Patagonia trekking in Torres del Paine
Luxury eco-lodges at the edge of the ice fields
Helicopter flyovers of the Southern Ice Cap
Hand-picked routes that avoid the crowds
Private guides, porters and gourmet mountain dining
Helicopter access and luxury lodges at altitude
Santiago
Upon arrival into Santiago Airport you are personally met and transferred to your hotel. After freshening up you explore the city on your own or relax before your journey south to Patagonia. Overnight Hotel Meridiano Sur (Bed & Breakfast)
Punta Arenas / Torres del Paine
Fly to Punta Arenas, where your Patagonian adventure begins. Road transfer to Torres del Paine National Park with stops in Puerto Natales for a hearty local lunch, and at Cueva de Milodon — a massive prehistoric cave where the remains of a giant ground sloth were discovered in the 1890s. Arrive at EcoCamp Patagonia, nestled in the heart of the park with views of the Torres. Overnight EcoCamp Patagonia (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Los Cuernos Trail
Begin with a pleasant walk through the Cuernos trail beside beautiful Lake Nordenskjold. Admire the park's flora and fauna and magnificent views of the park's central lakes and the Paine's Horns — majestic black horn-like peaks of slate atop gray granite. Arrive at Domes Frances, a cozy mountain refuge on the shores of Lake Nordenskjold. Overnight Domes Frances (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Valle Frances
A challenging trek to Valle Frances along a steep trail into the very heart of the Paine Massif. Cross the hanging bridge over the French River, then ascend to the upper valley where the entire group of geological formations reveals itself: Hoja, Mascara, Espada, Catedral, Aleta de Tiburon, and the magnificent Fortaleza. Descend to Refugio Paine Grande on the shores of Lake Pehoe. Overnight Refugio Paine Grande (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Glacier Grey
Hike from Paine Grande along the shores of Lake Pehoe to the northern end of glacial Lake Grey. Picnic lunch before boarding the boat that sails to the blue face of Glacier Grey — a calving glacier with floating pieces of ice. Return to EcoCamp for the evening. Overnight EcoCamp Patagonia (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Las Torres Summit
The most famous trekking trail in Torres del Paine. Walk from EcoCamp toward Hosteria Las Torres, climbing through Ascencio Valley to the steep moraine that leads to one of the world's most famous views — the three gigantic granite monoliths of Torres del Paine (2,900m / 9,400ft) rising above a glacial lake. After feasting on the view, backtrack to EcoCamp. Overnight EcoCamp Patagonia (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Eastern Lakes
A relaxed day after yesterday's challenge. Drive to Laguna Azul passing Canadon Macho, home to guanacos and nandues. Hike to the viewpoint with views of both the lagoon and granite towers. In the afternoon, walk the Fauna Trail along the northern shore of Sarmiento Lake spotting Patagonian wildlife before a farewell dinner. Overnight EcoCamp Patagonia (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
9: Punta Arenas / Santiago / Depart
Depart early with picnic lunches for the 5–6 hour road transfer to Punta Arenas for your afternoon flight back to Santiago. Final overnight at Hotel Meridiano Sur before international departures. Overnight Hotel Meridiano Sur (Breakfast, Lunch) — then Breakfast & Departure
Chile in Motion
Torres del Paine W Trek: Brush Variant
The W Trek's Brush Variant through Torres del Paine National Park.
Hiking the Atacama Desert Trek
Two minutes of hiking the otherworldly Atacama Desert.
The Highlights of the Carretera Austral
The stunning highlights of Chile's legendary Carretera Austral in Patagonia.
Patagonia Travel Experience by EcoCamp
Patagonia travel experience featuring sustainable EcoCamp lodging.
The Circuit: Torres del Paine O Trek
The full Circuit — Torres del Paine 'O' Trek, the ultimate Patagonia adventure.
Los Dientes de Navarino Trek
Hiking Los Dientes de Navarino — the southernmost trek in the world on Navarino Island.
Patagonia Puma Tracking
Tracking Patagonia's elusive pumas in Torres del Paine National Park.
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Journey Line
Follow the path from start to finish — each stop along your adventure.
Designed Around You
This featured journey is an example rather than a fixed package. Adventure International can adjust every element to match how you want to experience Chile.
Your Chile Story Starts Here
From the granite towers of Patagonia to the infinite silence of the Atacama, we will design a private journey shaped around how you want to experience the longest country on Earth.