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TORRES DEL PAINE – BALMACEDA AND SERRANO CLASSIC PROGRAM
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
Not included:
- Meals not specified
- Other expenses not mentioned
- Other services not specified
- Personal insurance or travel insurance
- Technical clothing or appropriate attire for the activity, unless otherwise indicated in each excursion
What to bring:
- Personal water (mandatory)
- Camera or mobile phone with a fully charged battery
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for the service, according to the destination and weather conditions
Day 1
➜ Flight and transfer
Flight: Santiago – Puerto Natales:
Shared transfer: Puerto Natales Airport – Accommodation in Puerto Natales
Check-in – accommodation: From 15:00 hrs
Day 2
➜ Full Day Torres del Paine and Cueva del Milodón (Milodón Cave)
This Full Day Torres del Paine and Cueva del Milodón (Milodón Cave) allows you to explore some of the most iconic landscapes of Chilean Patagonia, visiting Torres del Paine National Park and the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument, both located in the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctic Region, in the far south of Chile. It is an ideal full-day experience to discover panoramic viewpoints, lakes, waterfalls and natural scenery that provide a very complete representation of the surroundings of Puerto Natales.
The excursion begins with departure from your accommodation in Puerto Natales, heading toward Villa Cerro Castillo, capital of the Torres del Paine district. During the route, you will travel through Magellanic forests, glacial valleys, mountain ranges and roadside lakes, in an environment where it is common to observe native fauna such as condors, guanacos and, in some cases, flamingos.
During the day, different viewpoints and panoramic points within the park are visited, including the Sarmiento Lake Viewpoint, Laguna Amarga, Nordenskjöld Lake, Salto Grande, Pehoé Lake, Paine River and Grey Lake. In this last sector, there is time to have lunch and explore the surroundings, including short walks if weather conditions allow.
Throughout the route, there are also views of the Paine Massif, the Andes Mountain Range and different characteristic bodies of water in the area. The visit to the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument takes place during the day, allowing you to discover this important site of historical, archaeological and paleontological interest, where the guide will provide relevant information about the findings and features of the place. Once the experience is finished, the return to the accommodation in Puerto Natales begins.
Places to visit: Sarmiento Lake, Laguna Amarga, Nordenskjöld Lake, Salto Grande Viewpoint, Pehoé Lake, Paine River, Grey Lake, Grey Viewpoint and Cueva del Milodón (Milodón Cave)
Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)
- October 1 to April 30: Between 07:00 and 07:15 hrs approx
- May 1 to September 30: Between 08:00 and 08:15 hrs approx
Return time: (Return to the accommodation)
- October 1 to April 30: From 16:30 hrs approx
- May 1 to September 30: From 17:30 hrs approx
- The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances
Starting point of the activity: First stop of the route (Cueva del Milodón (Milodón Cave) or Sarmiento Lake Viewpoint, depending on the day’s planning)
- Transfer time between the accommodation and the activity location:
- Cueva del Milodón (Milodón Cave): Between 20 and 30 min approx (25.6 km)
- Sarmiento Lake Viewpoint: 1 h to 1 h 10 min approx (95.6 km)
Includes:
- Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Natales (van or bus depending on the number of passengers)
- Certified bilingual guide
- Beverage and snack
- Box lunch
- Entrance to Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument (national passenger)
- Entrance to Torres del Paine National Park (national passenger)
- The Torres del Paine National Park entrance ticket may be used for 3 consecutive days
Important information:
- Activity difficulty: Low
- Maximum of 18 people per vehicle / guide
- Approximate activity duration: 9 to 10 hours approx
- The experience may be extended depending on weather conditions or the pace of the group
- Operation:
- October 1 to April 30: every day, no minimum number of passengers
- May 1 to September 30: every day, minimum 2 passengers
- If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
- If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier
Day 3
➜ Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Navigation
The Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Navigation allows you to discover one of the most traditional routes in Chilean Patagonia, sailing through the Fiordo de Última Esperanza (Última Esperanza Fjord) from the surroundings of Puerto Natales, in the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctic Region, in the south of Chile. This experience combines scenic navigation, glaciers, native forest and typical local gastronomy.
The excursion begins with presentation at the shipping company’s office, from where the transfer is made to Puerto Bories, the starting point of the navigation. Once on board, the journey through the Fiordo de Última Esperanza (Última Esperanza Fjord) begins, crossing landscapes characterized by mountains, waterfalls, ranches, flora and Patagonian birdlife, in one of the most representative natural settings of southern Chile.
During the navigation, there is a view of Balmaceda Glacier and later a landing to visit Serrano Glacier, where a walk is made through a lush forest of coihues and ñirres to the vicinity of the glacier. After the visit, the navigation continues toward Perales Tourist Ranch, enjoying an appetizer on board with whisky and glacier ice. Afterwards, lunch is served at the ranch, consisting of a Magellanic lamb barbecue, with a chicken alternative, vegetarian options and more. Once lunch is finished, the return through the same fjord to Puerto Natales begins.
Places to visit: Puerto Bories, Fiordo de Última Esperanza (Última Esperanza Fjord), Balmaceda Glacier, Serrano Glacier and Perales Tourist Ranch
Departure time: (Departure from the office)
- April 01 to August 31: Between 06:45 and 07:00 hrs
- September 01 to March 31: Between 07:45 and 08:00 hrs
- You must arrive at the shipping company’s office at the indicated time. Upon arrival, state your first and last name, where a voucher will be provided to board the bus to the pier. During the navigation, this ticket will be requested again, and afterwards it may be kept
Return time: (Return to the office)
- April 01 to August 31: From 17:00 hrs approx
- September 01 to March 31: From 18:00 hrs approx
- The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances
Tour starting point: Shipping company’s office
- Transfer time between the presentation point and the navigation starting point: approx. 30 min between the office and Puerto Bories
Includes:
- Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the office in Puerto Natales (Sprinter or bus depending on the number of passengers)
- Navigation through the Fiordo de Última Esperanza (Última Esperanza Fjord)
- View of Balmaceda Glacier
- Visit to Serrano Glacier
- Coffee, tea and juice on board
- Appetizer with whisky and glacier ice
- Safety briefing
- Certified bilingual guide
- Entrance to Bernardo O’Higgins National Park
- Navigation insurance
- Lunch at Perales Tourist Ranch
- Lunch includes: Magellanic lamb barbecue, with chicken alternative, vegetarian options and more
Important information:
- Total navigation duration: approx. 5 hours
- Total activity duration: approx. 10 hours
- The use of strollers or transport carts for children is not recommended. The use of baby carriers is recommended
- Does not operate: December 25, January 1, Good Friday. The office also remains closed
- Operation:
- September 01 to March 31: every day
- April 01 to October 15: Sundays only
- If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
- If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier
Day 4
➜ Transfer and return flight
Check-out – accommodation: 11:00 hrs
Shared transfer: Accommodation in Puerto Natales – Puerto Natales Airport
Flight: Puerto Natales – Santiago
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