Arrival in Punta Arenas Airport. Take the public bus to Puerto Natales bus station. Make your own way to accommodation. Check in.
*Note: if you arrive to Puerto Natales by plane, transfer is also included
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Today be prepared for the Full Day Tour to Torres del Paine National Park.
Torres del Paine Full Day Tour from Puerto Natales
🏔️ Torres del Paine & Milodón Cave: The Ultimate Full-Day Expedition
Explore the crown jewel of Chilean Patagonia. Starting from Puerto Natales, this full-day journey takes you through the heart of the world-renowned Torres del Paine National Park. From ancient paleontological caves to turquoise lakes and towering granite spires, this tour is designed to showcase the absolute best of the Magallanes region in a single, unforgettable day.
✨ Tour Highlights
The "First View" at Lake Sarmiento: Begin your adventure with a panoramic stop at Lake Sarmiento, where (on clear days) the entire Paine Mountain Range reveals itself for the first time.
Laguna Amarga & Flamingos: Visit the park’s most iconic viewpoint to see the granite "Towers" reflected in the water. This area is a frequent feeding ground for elegant Chilean flamingos.
The Circuit of Viewpoints: Navigate through the park’s most spectacular spots, including Lake Nordenskjöld, the thunderous Salto Grande waterfall, and the deep blue waters of Lake Pehoé.
Grey Lake & Glacier: Reach the shores of Lake Grey for a lunch break. If weather permits, you can enjoy a short walk to see floating icebergs and distant views of the Grey Glacier.
Cueva del MilodĂłn Natural Monument: Step back in time at this massive archaeological site. Learn about the prehistoric "MilodĂłn" (giant sloth) and the early human history that makes this cave a site of global scientific importance.
⏱️ Logistics & Schedule
Departure: Pick-up from your accommodation in Puerto Natales.
Duration: Full Day (Approx. 10–12 hours).
Included Snacks: Stay energized with a complimentary onboard snack (Water and nuts).
Return: You will return to Puerto Natales in the evening, having circled the entire western part of the province.
ℹ️ Practical Information
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate. Includes several photo stops and light walking on well-maintained paths.
Included: Shared transportation, onboard snack, professional bilingual guide, and insurance.
Not Included: Entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park, entrance to Cueva del MilodĂłn, and lunch (we recommend bringing a box lunch or purchasing one locally).
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[ ] Park Tickets: Ensure you have purchased your National Park and MilodĂłn Cave tickets online in advance, as they are not sold on-site.
[ ] The "Patagonian Layers": Prepare for the famous wind! Bring a waterproof/windbreaker jacket, a warm hat, and gloves.
[ ] Lunch Box: We highly recommend bringing your own lunch to maximize your time at the viewpoints.
[ ] Camera & Binoculars: Keep an eye out for Andean Condors nesting along the cliffs and rheas (guanacos) roaming the valleys.
[ ] Patience for Pick-up: Allow a 15-minute tolerance for the morning pick-up as we coordinate with other travelers.
Supplier : Patagonia Planet - Phone: +56 61 2415118
Torres del Paine National Park
Entrance ticket to Torres del Paine National Park and to Milodon Cave and meals.
You will go a 2nd day into Torres del Paine National park, this time to visit Grey Glacier with a boat tour departing from the Grey Lake Hotel
Grey Glacier Boat Trip
The navigation to Grey Glacier is one of the excursions that you cannot miss during your visit to Torres del Paine National Park. This three-hour journey aboard our boat, Grey III, lets you enjoy an unparalleled landscape, composed of floating icebergs, lush vegetation, and magnificent mountains.
DESCRIPTION
The excursion consists of visiting the Grey Glacier by sailing across the waters of the lake with the same name, a must-do experience if you are visiting Torres del Paine.
The tour begins with check-in at Hotel Grey, located inside Torres del Paine National Park. Check-in must be completed one hour before departure. You will then take a 30- to 45-minute walk to the embarkation area, crossing the Grey Beach.
You’ll sail on a comfortable and modern vessel towards Grey Glacier, where you’ll enjoy spectacular views of radiant blue ice, floating icebergs on the grey waters, and feel the strong Patagonian wind — a truly unique and unforgettable experience.
In addition to the glacier views, you’ll admire Cerro Paine Grande, the Paine Massif, forests along the lakeshore, layered rock hills, and snow-capped peaks rising into the clouds. If you’re lucky, you might even see and hear pieces of ice breaking off the glacier and crashing into the water.
During the navigation, you’ll be offered a complimentary drink of your choice: pisco sour, soft drink, or juice.
Morning
Check out from your Puerto Natales accommodation. End of services.