Prices From $2037 / £1656.081 per person

Dates: From October 2025 to April 2026

Duration: 7

Capacity: 5 per person

More on trekking the Paine W trek, Patagonia

As well as the beautiful highlights of Grey Glacier, French Valley and Towers and Horns of Paine – there is a bonus visit to the Milodon Cave and the Eastern lakes of Torres del Paine national park.

In the award-winning EcoCamp, you can choose between standard, superior and suite domes.

These tented, igloo-shaped domes minimise environmental impact while providing a comfortable setting in nature.

Other alternative Paine W treks include our Express Paine W, the Paine Circuit, and more.

Torres del Paine National Park

The name Paine comes from a Tehuelche Indian word meaning blue.

The Torres – or Towers – are named after three spectacular granite peaks, the highest reaching 2,900m/9,514ft, that form the centrepiece of Torres del Paine.

Other notable peaks include Paine Grande at 3,050m/10,007ft and Los Cuernos (the Horns) that range from 2,200-2,600m/7,218-8,530ft.

Forests, steppe lands, lakes and valleys surround them. The Paine W trek will show you the best of these natural wonders.

Prices From $4050 / £3292.65 per person

Dates: From November 2025 to January 2026

Duration: 7

Capacity: 5 per person

Alternative Torres del Paine Hiking W Trek

We save the granite towers that give Torres del Paine National Park its name until the last. Our journey to reach these iconic mountains is one of South America’s finest.

The icy glacier giants of Serrano and Balmaceda set the perfect tone. We stretch our legs through a stunning southern beech, or Nothofagus forest, replete with diverse fauna and flora. Our wilderness Lake Brush campsite delivers unbelievable panoramic views of Torres del Paine and the Tyndall glacier.

Another half-day walk takes us to Hotel Lago Grey, a spot of luxury after the wilds. The next day, once more, we board a boat to sail us up close to the calving Grey Glacier, an unforgettable experience. A gentle half-day walk to our campsite follows; the Torres del Paine W trek has begun.

Starting the Torres del Paine W Trek

The Torres del Paine W trek’s name comes from its route up three valleys, creating its W shape and appellation. These are the iconic valleys and highlights which form that W hike:

• The Grey Glacier and the walk alongside the iceberg-flecked Lago Grey.
• Valle Francés, The French Valley, is the central spur.
• The base of the Towers of Paine lies at the end of the Ascencio Valley.

We head east along the shores of Lago Nordenskjöld, then up into the Paine Massif’s heart, the French Valley. The views are superb; hopefully, we’ll get the weather for a picnic. Heading back down the Valley, we continue east and rest sleep at the Francés campsite.

Another day brings another marvel: the Horns of Paine, Los Cuernos, dramatic guardians of Torres del Paine National Park. Tonight, we’ll enjoy the comfort of the famous eco camp Patagonia and its domes.

Trek to the Base of the Towers

Fully rested, a full day’s hike to the Torres del Paine towers is today’s crowning challenge. For many, the view from the base of the Towers is the highlight of their Torres del Paine W trek.

It’s a full-day trek with some steep pulls. Your rewards are the mountain ridge views, beech forests, and rivers that line the walk. Furthermore, the last hour involves clambering over moraine, boulders whose release created the Towers. Finally, your efforts are rewarded with the towers and its glacial lake, a perfect lunch spot.

We retrace our steps to the eco camp to celebrate completing Patagonia’s iconic Torres del Paine Hiking W Trek. Our final day is a travel one; choose to return to Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas, or take a public bus over the border to El Calafate, Argentina.

Duration: 4

Capacity: 5 per person

More on El Pedral Lodge, Argentina

The Atlantic ocean, which El Pedral looks on to, is so deep that you can see Southern Right Whales directly from the beach.

There is a growing penguin colony too, plus the chance to see the resident orca pod.

The wildlife cast is completed with the steppe fauna – guanacos, foxes, maras and nandus, and the traditional activity you see all around, the sheep farming.

Prices From $ / £0 per person

Dates: October 2024

Duration: 3

Capacity: 5 per person

Setting

The setting is stunning on the lake shore surrounded by glacial peaks. Here you are away from it all surrounded by the majestic Patagonian scenery and immersed in the history of this remote location.

Facilities and package

The estancia has 5 cottages which comprise of a lounge and 4 en-suite bedrooms with stunning panoramic views. The “Octagon” is an exclusive facility for overnight guests which comprises a bar, restaurant and lounge.

Overnight stays include full board, a choice of activities chosen from an extensive menu of horseback rides, 4×4 vehicle excursions and guided hikes.

Prices From $1481 / £1204.053 per person

Dates: From September 2025 to April 2026

Duration: 5

Capacity: 5 per person

More on Express Paine W Trek at EcoCamp Patagonia

There are two long days of hiking that sandwich a more relaxed half-day of walking, to allow you to see everything.

We spend a full day exploring the French Valley on foot.

This is followed by a relaxing half day of hiking to Grey Glacier, followed by a boat trip to float past this immense glacier.

We finish the trip off with a wonderful day hike to see the Towers of Paine – a real holiday highlight. The Express Paine W make the most of your time in Patagonia without compromise.