This former fishing port, situated in the Patagonian region of southern Chile, has blossomed into a tourist haven. This trendy town offers boutique beers, wine tastings and famous brand shops catering to the international set, but it has lost nothing of its relaxed pace in the process. From Puerto Natales, visitors can take a trip to the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine with its impressive rock formations and ice field (the third largest in the world); travel by ferry through the Chilean fjords; or visit the prehistoric caves at the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument (where the remains of the giant ground sloth were found in 1895).
Situated in Chile’s Patagonian region, Torres del Paine National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its dramatic mountain landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Covering 227,298 hectares, the park encompasses granite peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, forests, grasslands and turquoise lakes. Its most recognizable landmark is the three granite towers of the Paine Massif, which rise above the surrounding landscape. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including guanacos, pumas, Andean condors, foxes and the endangered Chilean huemul. Visitors can explore the area through an extensive network of hiking trails, with opportunities for trekking, wildlife viewing, photography, horse riding and boat excursions. Located near Bernardo O’Higgins National Park and Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, Torres del Paine forms part of a spectacular wilderness region spanning southern Chile and Argentina.
As previously described
As previously described
