Awasi Patagonia, Luxury Lodge, Torres del Paine

Your guide will pick you up at a hotel in Puerto Natales or Puerto Natales airport between 2 pm and 8 pm and drive for two hours to Awasi Patagonia.

Those arriving at the Cerro Castillo border will be met and picked up between 3 pm and 8 pm. The transfer will last approximately one hour.

After meeting your guide, you travel in a 4WD and drive to Awasi Patagonia. Additionally, if time allows, there is a chance for a short tour in the afternoon of your arrival day. Days are long in Patagonia, especially between November and February, allowing for late tours.

Awasi Patagonia’s private reserve overlooks the granite peaks of the Torres del Paine National Park. It is the perfect base for daily explorations, from authentic “estancias” to experiencing gaucho life.

See this isolated corner of the world through the eyes of its first pioneers.

Here is a list of some of the excursions your private guide will use as a base for your 100% tailor-made Awasi Patagonia itinerary. Furthermore, a personal tour organiser will also be in touch with you before your tour to better understand your travel style.

Sarmiento Chico Hike

• Half day, ACTIVE, Wildlife, Walk
• Difficulty: intermediate
• Travel time: 1:15 hours
• Total time: 5-6 hours

Lake Sarmiento, the largest body of water within Torres del Paine National Park, spans approximately 90 km2. Its most striking feature, however, is the distinctive white “ring” along its shore, which contrasts dramatically with its deep blue waters.

These whitish formations are thrombolites, living fossils of calcium carbonate that began forming approximately 10,000 years ago, during the last ice age. Additionally, a walk along the lake’s banks offers an opportunity to appreciate these incredible formations up close, as well as to observe a variety of native fauna that find refuge in this area.

Also, note that due to its location, this trail can be easily combined with other hikes or drives to the park’s highlights.

Aonikenk Trail

• Half day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 45 minutes
• Total time: 4 hours

This trail is one of the few within the park that offers both stunning landscapes and tangible evidence of the Aonikenk native culture. The easy path provides panoramic views of the Paine Complex and the Patagonian steppe, and you’ll have the opportunity to observe rock art from earlier human inhabitants. The area is also teeming with wildlife, including birds, guanacos, foxes, and even pumas. Also, due to its location, this trail can be easily combined with other short hikes or drives to the park’s highlights.

Please note: Due to the presence of pumas, children under 10 years of age are not permitted on this trail.

Cóndor Lookout

• Half day, wildlife
• Difficulty: moderate
• Travel time: 1,5 hours
• Total time: 5 hours

A moderately challenging yet relatively short climb, but the reward is an unparalleled 360° panorama of the whole Paine Massif and its surrounding turquoise lakes. We’ll begin near Camping Pehoe, at the edge of Pehoe Lake, and gradually ascend towards the lookout point. Along the way, you might be lucky enough to spot condors soaring overhead. The view from the top is truly breathtaking. As this hike is centrally located within the National Park, it’s easy to combine with other nearby treks and lookouts.

Also, please note that this hike may not be advisable in certain wind conditions, as the lookout is exposed to powerful gusts. Your guide will assess the forecast and determine if it’s safe to proceed. This trail can be easily combined with other short hikes or drives to the park’s highlights.

Cuernos Lookout

• Half day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 1.5 hours
• Total time: 5 hours

This lookout point offers one of the most scenic and comfortable hikes in the area, with countless photo opportunities. Our journey begins in Pudeto, taking us past the impressive Salto Grande Waterfall. After experiencing the waterfall’s power, we’ll continue toward the Paine massif, where we’ll come face-to-face with its renowned “horns.” This breathtaking scenery features turquoise glacial lakes, vibrant calafate bushes, and tranquil guanacos. The hike culminates in stunning views of Paine Grande, Cuernos, and Almirante Nieto overlooking Nordenskjöld Lake & French Valley.

Also, please note that this is a popular excursion due to its accessibility within the National Park. This trail can be easily combined with other short hikes or drives to the park’s highlights.

Horseback Riding

• Half day
• Difficulty: moderate
• Travel time: 10 minutes – 1 hour
• Total time: 2-6 hours

Horseback riding is an integral part of gaucho culture and offers one of the most authentic Patagonian experiences. Depending on weather and availability, your guide will suggest an estancia (ranch) near Torres del Paine National Park for this activity. However, the total duration will depend on the riders’ skill levels and the chosen estancia’s location. Please note that current and prior weather conditions may also affect the terrain and feasibility of this activity.

Important: A minimum level of skill and horseback riding experience is required.

Loma Guanaco

• Half day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 45 minutes
• Total time: 3 hours

Loma Guanaco, as the name suggests, is a prime location for observing large herds of guanacos. These impressive wild South American camelids, standing approximately 2 metres (7 feet) tall and weighing between 90 and 140 kg (200 to 310 lb), are among the largest native land mammals on the continent. Their presence often attracts other local species, including foxes, pumas, and condors. Situated en route to Laguna Azul, Loma Guanaco remains off the beaten path, offering visitors a secluded and tranquil experience. Furthermore, this activity can easily be combined with other short hikes and attractions in the area.

Paine Cascade

• Half day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 45 minutes
• Total time: 3 hours

The Paine River, situated in the eastern region of Torres del Paine National Park, offers breathtaking views that are easily accessible from our lodge. Originating from the Dickson Glacier, the river journeys through the park, ultimately flowing into Nordenskjöld Lake. A scenic waterfall, framed by the iconic granite needles, awaits you about halfway along the river’s course. The name “Paine,” meaning “blue” in the native Aonikenk language, reflects the stunning hues of the glacial waters, pristine skies, and majestic mountains.

Also, please note you will be combining an excursion to the Paine River with other nearby activities in the Laguna Azul area, such as Sierra Masle or Loma Guanaco, for a truly immersive experience.

Sierra Contreras

• Half day
• Difficulty: moderate
• Travel time: 0 minutes
• Total time: 2 hours

The Sierra Contreras mountain range is right in Awasi Patagonia’s backyard, offering a fantastic opportunity to stretch your legs after a long drive or take in the vast Patagonian landscape. From the summit, you’ll enjoy 360º views that provide a perfect overview of the area’s highlights, helping you get familiar with the surroundings. You’ll be treated to postcard-worthy views of the Paine Mountain Range, Sierra Baguales, Valle de las Chinas, Lake Sarmiento, and other geographical wonders.

The hike can be started right from our Main Lodge, taking you through a lush lenga forest before reaching the open plateau. As a loop, the hike can take anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your fitness level.

Sierra Masle

• Half day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 1 hour
• Total time: 3.5 hours

During this hike, we’ll visit Laguna Azul. On this very spot, Lady Florence Dixie—considered the first tourist to Torres del Paine—arrived in 1878. A loop trail will begin at the lake shore and take us through several of the diverse biomes that make up this remarkable national park. It’s a perfect introduction to both Torres del Paine and the Paine Complex.

As a suggestion, you might enjoy reading Lady Florence Dixie’s book “Across Patagonia” beforehand. Also, it offers a fascinating perspective on how remarkably unchanged the landscape remains today.

Kotula Trail

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 2 hours
• Total time: 12 hours

This excursion was named in honour of a cherished friend of Awasi. Clark’s adventurous spirit and unique perspective inspired us deeply throughout our many years of collaboration.

This trek is perfect for those who love to be active and seek out original experiences. Situated outside the National Park, you’ll likely have the area entirely to yourselves, enjoying 360-degree views of the Torres del Paine massif and the eastern steppe. While the ascent is relatively steep, you’ll be rewarded with opportunities for birdwatching and the chance to traverse diverse ecosystems, observing the area’s geological and glaciological wonders along the way.

Also, please note that trekking boots are recommended for this activity.

Base Torres Trek

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 1 hour
• Total time: 10 hours

The Base Torres trail is one of the most iconic and popular in the National Park, but also one of the most challenging. Our journey will take us deep into the Ascencio Valley, culminating at the awe-inspiring granite Torres del Paine and a turquoise glacial lake.

During the high season (November to February), this trail can become crowded. Therefore, to have the best experience on this hike during those months, we recommend starting early. The trail is challenging for all hikers, and the final mile is particularly demanding as we ascend a steep moraine to reach the Torres.

Also, please note that weather conditions can increase the difficulty level of this hike. We advise checking the forecast with your guide.

Ferrier Lookout

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 2 hours
• Total time: 7 hours

This lookout is located on the western edge of the National Park. Its proximity to the Southern Patagonian Ice Field and the Pacific Ocean significantly influences the landscape, resulting in greener surroundings due to more frequent precipitation.

The Ferrier Lookout is a short but steep walk, offering a unique and rewarding view from the top. You’ll be able to fully appreciate the majestic geography and the distinctive drainage basin/watershed of Torres del Paine. This includes the Grey Glacier, Grey Lake, and Grey River, as well as Lakes Pehoe, Nordenskjöld, and Toro, each with its unique shade of blue and turquoise.

Please note that while the drive to this area is long, it’s an excursion in itself. Additionally, you’ll pass most of the National Park’s highlights and lookouts, providing ample photo opportunities.

Sierra Baguales

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 1.5 hours
• Total time: 8 hours

Sierra Baguales offers a unique journey through time, where you can experience Patagonia as it was centuries ago. Discover million-year-old fossils of marine life and plants on various hikes tailored to your interests and energy level.

We begin on the Patagonian steppe, and after hiking, we’ll reach the fossil areas, which also offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. From there, we’ll leave the steppe behind and enter the Andean desert, where you’ll encounter even more fossils and extraordinary rock formations that create an otherworldly atmosphere.

For a deeper understanding of the area’s history, we highly recommend reading “Patagonia Wild and Free” (1875) by William H. Greenwood, a European settler who vividly documented his life in Patagonia in the late 1800s.

French Valley

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 1.5 hours
• Total time: 10 hours

The middle part of the renowned “W Circuit” promises a thrilling adventure. We’ll depart from our lodge and drive into the heart of the National Park, then take a ferry across Lake Pehoe to reach the trailhead. Our hike will begin at the foot of Paine Grande, the highest mountain in Torres del Paine. We’ll then navigate around the Skottberg lagoon, traversing a mountainous landscape until we arrive at the Italian Camp. Beyond this point, the trail becomes more challenging as we ascend to a plateau framed by the impressive peaks of Paine Grande and Los Cuernos. Indeed, from this vantage point, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of forests and glaciers in a truly unique environment.

Please note that access to this activity depends on a ferry service operated by a Third Party. Additionally, it is subject to weather conditions and availability. Also, given the ever-changing conditions in the area, flexibility is essential.

Grey Glacier Lookout

• Full day
• Difficulty: challenging
• Travel time: 2 hours
• Total time: 7 hours

A close-up glacier viewing experience within Torres del Paine National Park. This excursion begins with a scenic drive from our lodge to the heart of the park, followed by a ferry ride across picturesque Lake Pehoe to the trailhead.

From Guardería Paine Grande, we’ll embark on a westward hike towards the Southern Patagonian Icefield and the renowned Grey Glacier. Nonetheless, while this trail is popular as part of the “W Circuit,” it offers a captivating and rewarding experience.

Also, please note that access to this activity depends on a ferry service operated by a Third Party. Additionally, it is subject to weather conditions and availability. Given the ever-changing conditions in the area, flexibility is essential.

Lazo Weber

• Full day
• Difficulty: moderate
• Travel time: 1.5 hours (one way)
• Total time: 8 hours

This rewarding hike offers a fantastic introduction to the diverse Patagonian ecosystems. You’ll journey through the steppe, Lenga forest, and along lakeshores, experiencing the vastness of the Patagonian landscape in a truly “off-the-beaten-path” setting. While the distance can be challenging, the terrain is mostly flat until the final lookout over Lake Toro. Furthermore, the ever-changing scenery will captivate you and leave you eager to explore more of this remarkable region.

Also, please note this hike begins from a private estancia on the edge of the park and leads toward its centre. The return to the hotel through the park can be combined with other short hikes, such as Cóndor, Cuernos, or Sarmiento Chico.

Vega Castillo Wetland

• Full day
• Difficulty: easy
• Travel time: 1.5 hours
• Total time: +5 hours

Vega Castillo boasts a unique ecosystem, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching, as 85% of the bird species found around Torres del Paine are also present in this area.

Located on the south side of Lake Toro, you’ll find a small Estancia that blends traditional gaucho sheep farming with exceptional birdwatching opportunities. Nestled between Cerro Tenerife and Cerro Castillo, this site offers a peaceful retreat, with the Vega Castillo Wetlands largely untouched by most park visitors.

Indeed, this low-impact excursion is perfect for nature enthusiasts and can be explored on foot or horseback, subject to availability.

There’s time for one last half-day trip this morning before departure. People heading to Puerto Natales airport will leave Awasi Patagonia some four hours before the flight departure time.

Additionally, a light snack or a packed lunch can be organised in advance with reception during your stay.

Also, please ask about departure times for Cerro Castillo, Puerto Natales, and Puerto Natales airport. Furthermore, Punta Arenas and El Calafater departures incur a surcharge.

For most people, Patagonia evokes a vast, windblown plateau, jagged mountains and the life of the gauchos.

The steppe that occupies much of southern South America is only one aspect of a magical region, jam-packed with amazing and contrasting landscapes.

Patagonia (latitudes 40°-55°, approximately) embraces a vast portion of southern Chile and Argentina, from the Rio Colorado in the north, to Tierra del Fuego in the south.

For convenience, we have divided the region into three zones: the Lakes District of northern Patagonian, central Patagonia and southern Patagonia.

Southern Patagonia (latitudes 49° to 55°), encompassing the southern Andes of Chile and Argentina plus Tierra del Fuego, has an altogether more vertical aspect than the rest of Patagonia.

As the continent tapers towards its southern point, the Andes take on new characteristics and offer some truly impressive panoramas.

Much of southern Patagonia is characterized by virgin landscapes where man’s hand has either not been present or, because of the scale of the landscapes, goes almost unnoticed. To the west of the semi-arid Patagonian plateau, mile-high granite spires – e.g. Cerro Torre and Fitzroy in Argentina and the Torres and Cuernos del Paine in Chile – rise abruptly from the Andean foothills, while vast blue glaciers, fringed by southern beech forest, gouge out thevalleys below.

At the heart of these magnificent landscapes lies the South Patagonian Ice Field, an utterly remote icy wilderness spanning hundreds of kilometers, whose glaciers – including the Perito Moreno and Upsala – are tens of kilometres long by severalkilometers wide.

Also characteristic of the southern Patagonian Andes are its turquoise, iceberg-filled lakes. To the west lies the southern portion of the Chilean Archipelago, comprising snow-capped islands and fjords.

Across the Magellan Straits from mainland Patagonia lies Tierra del Fuego which, like the rest of Patagonia, is divided between Argentina and Chile.

The north and east of Tierra del Fuego is flat, but flanking the Beagle Channel in the south, the tail end of the Andes provide very dramatic mountain scenery.

The Lake District (latitudes 40° to 45°) or the Araucania, is a region of dramatic conical volcanoes, evergreen, high-canopy forests and, of course, lakes.

It straddles the Chile-Argentine border, and also takes in Chiloe island, in the extreme north of the Chilean Archipelago. This region stretches from Temuco in the north to Chiloe in the south.

Central Patagonia (latitudes 45 to 49) is one of South America’s best-kept secrets. The vast wilderness area can be divided in two:

• The dry band of Andean foothills and wind-blown plateau lying on the Argentine side of the Andes. This remote area is traversed north to south by a gravel highway known as the Ruta Cuarenta (Highway 40).
• The Chilean portion to the west of the Andean watershed, often referred to as the Careterra Austral (after the little-used gravel highway that crosses it from north to south).

This huge region, embracing the sparsely-inhabited southern Araucaria and Aisén Region, features temperate rainforests, snow-peaks (often extinct volcanoes), lakes and, to the west, the Chilean Archipelago: a labyrinth of fjords and mountain-islands. This, the Chilean portion of central Patagonia, boasts the northernmost of Patagonia’s many giant, sea-level glaciers.

The San Raphael Glacier, probably this region’s most famous landmark, is an immense hanging glacier whose seracs calve into an iceberg-filled lagoon.

Find out more about Patagonia with our blog about its wildlife.

We strongly suggest that everyone planning to travel to Patagonia visits their local doctor/travel clinic prior to departure for the latest vaccination information.

Recommended vaccinations

• Up-to-date diphtheria and polio.
• Tetanus or tetanus booster. (These three are effective for ten years.)
• ‘Havrix’ for Hepatitis A. The course of two injections protects you for ten years. Gamma globulin is cheaper butless effective.
• Typhoid vaccine is recommended by some doctors although it will not provide total protection and being careful about what you eat and drink is your best defence. It is given in two shots, four weeks apart and lasts for three years. Unless at exceptional risk, people over the age of 35 who have received four or more courses of typhoid immunisation need no more.
• A pre-exposure rabies vaccination is worth considering if you are going to be in contact with animals or morethan 24 hours away from a reliable source of vaccine. Hikers are at some risk from rural dogs, certain of which carry rabies, and those visiting coastal or rainforest areas could be exposed to rabid bats.
• Malaria is not a risk in Patagonia.

Chile

Official name: Republic of Chile

Country population: 17,000,000

Capital city: Santiago (6 million)

Largest cities: Santiago, Concepcion, Valparaiso

Languages: Spanish (official)

Official currency: Chilean Peso

Major industries: Copper mining, agriculture, fish

Time zone: GMT-5 in winter (Mar-Sep) and GMT-4 in summer (Sep-Mar)

Argentina

Official name: Argentine Republic Country

Population: 40,000,000

Capital city: Buenos Aires (11 million)

Largest cities: Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Rosario

Languages: Spanish (official)

Official currency: Argentine Peso

Major industries: Agriculture (Soy), motor vehicles, chemicals

Argentina: GMT-3

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What is ATOL?

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And  ‘air package holiday’ is defined as including a flight and some ground services (hotel, transfer, trek etc). This is also known as an ‘ATOL-protected holiday’.

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You also should have cancellation protection written into your insurance (which we recommend you have at the time of booking) in case you need to cancel.

Good kit is vital for every trip.

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Overview

When planning for the varied climatic conditions encountered in Paine, layering is the most practical and versatile clothing system.  It’s worth remembering that our clothing keeps us warm by retaining and isolating the heat we ourselves create.

To best maintain body heat, several layers of lightweight, warm and quick-drying clothing are far more efficient than one or two thick layers. Layers should have the following qualities:

1. Breathability (able to wick away the humidity produced by sweat):
2. Isolation (able to keep in the warm air our body produces); and
3. Impermeability (able to impede the passing of wind and water).

First (base) layer: This layer wicks the sweat away from our skin, thus helping keep the body dry and warm. To this end, synthetic fabrics such as polypropylene should be used.

Mid layers: These isolating layers should also be synthetic (e.g. the known polar linings such as polartec or windblock, which are light and insulate twice as well as wool). Very important layers for retaining body heat.

Outer layer / shell: Finally, the vital layer which protects us from climatic adversities. A breathable, wind-proof and waterproof anorak, such as Goretex.

Give plenty of thought to kit selection, and try to keep weight down.

We also carry an extensive first aid kit on all trips, but these are generally for emergencies only.

Trek with a small backpack only

Your main suitcase/large rucksack stays at the Eco camp (which is near Torres Refugio) and where you arrive on Day 1.

Through the trip, you carry a daypack (about 30 litres) for camera, coat, lunch, water, etc, on a daily basis.

You will given a small duffel bag at the first eco-camp, within which you put clean clothes, books etc. Porters carry this duffel for you, so that it is awaiting for you on arrival at each refugio.

Below is a more detailed kit list.

Detailed kit list

• 2 pairs synthetic inner socks (e.g. polypropylene, thermastat, coolmax) and 2 pairs thick loop-stitch/wool socks for cold.
• Trekking boots – should be well broken-in, waterproof and provide good ankle support.
• Trainers/sandals for city-wear, evenings at lower camps & river crossings.
• Base layer leggings (1 pair).
• Thick fleece leggings (or salopettes) (1 pair).
• Goretex-type over-trousers (or salopettes) (1 pair).
• Trekking trousers (2 pairs).
• Shorts – wear sparingly in early stages at altitude, as sun burns.
• Thermal base layer shirts (2).
• Microfleece mid-layer shirt (1).
• Shirt/t-shirt 1 or 2 for lower altitudes. Long-sleeved, collared shirt protects against sun
• Fleece jacket or similar (1).
• Warm jacket (down or synthetic). For camp and upper slopes.
• Waterproof Goretex-type jacket.
• Broad-brimmed sunhat, essential.
• Warm hat, fleece or wool. (N.B. Up to 30% of body heat can be lost through the head).
• Sunglasses with UV filter.
• Scarf for cold.
• Bandanna – to protect neck from strong sun.
• Light inner gloves
• Warm gloves, e.g. fleece, and outer waterproof gloves or mittens (1 pair)
• Mittens allow you to keep the fingers together, and better conserve heat (though they also make it difficult to perform certain tasks).
• Daypack (at least 30 litres). Comfortable and with waterproof lining or cover.
• Large rucksack or suitcase.
• Pair of telescopic trekking poles.
• Water bottle (2 litres approx.) & purification tablets.
• Personal first-aid kit to include: painkillers, plasters (band-aids), moleskin, anti-biotic cream, general antibiotics (ask your GP), after-bite (tiger balm), anti-diarrhoea tablets, throat lozenges, re-hydration salts & personal medication.
• Insect repellent.
• Towel & wash-kit.
• Wet Wipes/antiseptic hand-wash cream.
• Toilet paper (1)
• Sunscreen (factor 30+) and lip salve.
• Head-lamp (plus spare bulb and batteries).
• Penknife.
• Travel alarm clock.
• Plastic bags – ‘Zip-loc’ & tough bin liners.
• Camera and film / memory cards (take at least twice the amount you think you will need!).
• Book, e-book, mp3 player/ipod or other to help pass the time,
• Binoculars.
• Spanish/English phrasebook.
• Extra snacks i.e. cereal bars or favourite chocolate bars.

All non-personal trekking camping gear e.g. tents, cutlery etc is provided.

Miscellaneous others

• Money belt.
• Passport.
• U.S. dollars cash, mixed-denomination notes, undamaged and unmarked.
• ATM cash/credit card.
• Any inoculation certificates.
• Personal & medical insurance certificates.
• Presents e.g. Postcards from home.
• Comfortable clothes for travel, smart clothes for night life.