Torres del Paine Trek

Additional Information

What to bring: Day backpack for personal items, soft-sided duffel bag (to be carried by porters), waterproof trekking boots, waterproof parka & pants, inner insulating layer (fleece or wool), three changes of clothes for the trek, sun hat, sunscreen, hiking socks, sandals (for after hikes), bathing suit, sunglasses, towel (optional), ski poles (optional), long underwear (expedition weight), gaitors, flashlight/headlamp. A complete booklet with more detailed information about what to bring will be sent to you once you book the trip.

The climate: The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Also, both the strong marine influence and the South Patagonic Icefield influence makes the weather hard to predict. In spring or early summer, fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rains and sometimes snow. Even in summer (December to March) you should be prepared to find strong, cold winds (up to 130 km/hr) and rainfalls. The average summer temperature is 11ºC/52ºF (24ºC max, 2ºC min).

Detailed Trip Information

Dates	Sunday weekly departures, October to April.
Duration	9 days
Land Cost	$2,750 domestic flights, approximately $430; International airfare is additional
Single Supplement	$200 Santiago hotel only
Lodging	- comfortable hotels and camps
Grade	III demanding hikes, 6-8 hrs a day over rugged terrain
Group Size	2-16

Trip Terms & Conditions

Included in costs: Meals as noted, each night in double occupancy accommodations, land transfers between components, English speaking guides, park or site entry fees, surface transport, equipment other than personal gear, government tax, airport transfer assistance, in-country ticket reconfirmation & check-in assistance (where permitted), complete pre-departure packet, toll-free pre-departure phone assistance.

Not included in costs: Meals not noted as included, gratuities, beverages (except tea or coffee at meals), international or domestic airfare unless specified, airport departure taxes not included with air tickets, visas, itinerary changes after confirmation, any services not included in itinerary, any costs incurred due to canceled or delayed flights, acts of nature or other happenings beyond our control, or other costs as are more fully described in JOURNEYS Terms & Conditions.

Deposit and payment schedule: $500 per person per trip or the applicable amount based on the trip and the proximity of the departure date. A second deposit of $800 per person is due four months prior to departure, and final payment for land arrangements is due 60 days prior to departure. Airlines require full payment when tickets are issued. The deposit may be made by Visa, Master Card or check, and the Reservation Form may be submitted by fax, mail or via our website. Full payment schedule and cancellation penalties are described in our Terms and Conditions as noted in our Global Expedition Catalog, on our website and elsewhere. Please request these if you do not have them before advancing a deposit.

Insurance: When you make your application, we strongly recommend the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance in case of emergency situations. Please contact us for a recommended policy.

Air fares: JOURNEYS can make complete air arrangements applicable to your trip as noted in this itinerary. If you wish to redeem frequent flyer mileage or arrange flights directly with the airline, you may do so on your own at no penalty. If you do, please consult with us on exact arrival and departure dates and times before having your tickets issued to avoid errors.

Itinerary Change Fee: There will be a $40 fee for changes once an itinerary has been confirmed and approved. Additional cancellation penalties or change fees may apply as per our terms and conditions. The passenger is responsible for such fees.

JOURNEYS Resources

• Torres del Paine Trek Photo Gallery
• Torres del Paine National Park
• Santiago
• Altiplano
• Punta Arenas

Browse More Tours

• Trekking and Treks

Internet Resources

• Center for Disease Control
• Chile Reading List
• Consular Information Sheet
• Detailed Facts About Chile
• Google News - Chile