INFORMACION GENERAL
Invigorating mountain air, almost-empty trails and days of multi sport adventure await you on this 3-day winter getaway. What’s not included are summer’s crowds. Whether exploring by e-bike, hiking through forests and above valleys, or kayaking along the crisp waters of Grey Lake , see Torres del Paine as few choose to: bathed in snow and wintry light.
Aspectos destacados
• Have Torres del Paine almost to yourself
• Adventurous winter multisport program
• Ride E-Bike along quiet trails with premiere views
• Hike through history – discover primitive cave paintings
• Visit the Milodon Cave
• Full-day Kayak excursion
• Crisp, wintry landscapes
• See pristine glaciers, valleys and mountains
• Stay at cozy, local accommodations
Please Remember: This program requires a certain physical ability in order to complete successfully. Keep in mind that each member of a guided group will have a different rhythm and pace but group members must follow the pace indicated by the guide according to the distance and daylight hours available. Each day’s activity will have a minimum number of kilometers or miles which must be covered. Activity times are estimated and could be more or less given trail and weather conditions and the groups’ overall rhythm. We encourage our guests to remember that traveling in a guided group allows for a unique experience – bonding with fellow travelers and interacting with the guide and the destination in which they are visiting.
DESCARGA TUS MAPAS:
• TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK
• REGION OF MAGALLANES & ANTARTICA CHILENA (ENGLISH)
• REGIÓN DE MAGALLANES Y ANTÁRTICA CHILENA (ESPAÑOL)
DESCARGA TU LISTA DE COSAS RECOMENDADOS:
WINTER MULTISPORT PACK LIST
Itinerario
Día 1
E-Bike & Hike Patagonia Rupestre
- 30 minutos en Transfer privado
- 3 Hour E-Bike Ride, 10 km / 6.2 Miles
- 4 Hour Guided Hike, 11 km / 6.8 mi
- 1,5 Horas Traslado Privado
- Night at Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagónico (BL-D)
In the morning, your guide and private transfer will pick you up taking you just outside of Puerto Natales to a private reserve not open to the public who frequent the Natural Monument Milodon Cave. Once at our starting point, we begin with a smooth, moderate ride bordering Cerro Queso (Cheese Hill) where we continue riding to a beautiful view of the Sofia Lagoon. On clear days we can see Paine Grande and other surrounding peaks set off among the far reaching fjords. Riding onward, we continue along a path closely bordering the Sofia Lagoon which connects us with Cueva de la Ventana (Window Cave). We continue through eaves and cave paintings left by the ancestors of the Ultima Esperanza. We’ll take time along our ride to stop and get up close to the history stored deep in these caves and trails.
We’ll incorporate gentle hikes throughout certain sectors of the reserve both during and after our ride. We’ll visit a viewpoint over the “Cueva Grande” (Large Cave), ascending 600 meters (1,968 ft.) where we’ll be introduced to the fauna and flora of Patagonia.
With sweeping views of the surrounding landscapes, this is a great spot for some first photos and for watching condors soar above us. We’ll pass by natural condor colonies and through native lenga forests, later arriving to the ‘Sofia Lagoon viewpoint’.
After resting a moment and enjoying the spectacular views of the far reaching fjords below, we’ll continue alongside mountainous walls to see our first cave paintings of the day. Our guide will tell us about their significant value and history.
Moving along, we’ll enter another cave equipped with headlamps to discover the millenary stalactite minerals which have taken millions of years to form above.
After carefully inspecting these incredible formations, we leave the cave and head towards the eaves of “Two Horseshoes” where we live an experience in the forest and discover yet more cave paintings on the rocky walls.
As we make our way back, we will visit the Milodon Cave Natural Monument, a 200 meter (656 dt.) long cave where the remains of a mylodon (a large ground sloth) and other early Patagonian animals were discovered.
After our time exploring this magnificent natural formation, we will enjoy a delicious, locally prepared lunch with fresh ingredients. Once we are finished, we’ll take our transfer to the small community of Cerro Castillo location just outside of Torres del Paine National Park. Here we’ll dine together enjoying a delicious meal before tucking in for the night in our charming and cozy accommodations.
Día 2
Hike Estancia Lazo to Weber Bridge
- 30 minutos traslado
- 5 Hour Hike, 13 km / 8 mi
- 30 minutos en Transfer privado
- Night at Konkashken Cabins (B-BL-D)
After a delicious breakfast in the spacious dining area, we’ll set out to Estancia Lazo, a 13,000 hectare (32,123 acres) cattle ranch founded over a century ago and still operating today beneath striking views of the Paine Massif on the shores of Laguna Verde. From here we’ll hike into Torres del Paine National Park along a generally flat trail through peaceful stretches of native beech and coihue forests teeming with wildlife. As you walk, watch for condors and caranchos circling the skies; guanacos grazing on the hills; and woodpeckers, owls, and lesser-known species such as the cachaña (Austral parakeet), peeking out from the leafy trees. We’ll reach Honda Lagoon and continue on to the Toro Lake lookout (559 m / 1,834 ft.), where 360 degree views of mountains, rivers, lakes and glaciers await. Take a moment to identify the Grey, Serrano and Paine Rivers, Serrano Valley, Mount Balmaceda and the Geike and Tyndall Glaciers. After our short descent to the Weber Bridge, our private transfer awaits to take us to the Rio Serrano area where we are greeted with a freshly prepared welcome dinner and stunning views of the Paine Massif as we settle into our accommodation for the evening, Konkashken Lodge & Cabins.
Día 3
Full-Day Sea Kayaking Expedition on Grey Lake and Grey River
- 30 minutos en Transfer privado
- 4-5 Hours Paddling, 25 km / 15.5 mi
- 1.5 Hour Private Transfer (B-BL)
After an early breakfast your transfer will drive you to Grey Lake to meet your kayaking guide. Here, with views of Paine Grande and Grey Glacier as our morning backdrop, you’ll be briefed on kayaking safety and paddling techniques.
You’ll paddle Grey Lake for approximately 2 hours, weaving amongst the floating icebergs that have calved from the glacier and been whittled into natural ice sculptures by the wind and sun.
While paddling, take time to look around you: the granite peaks of Paine Grande, Cordon Olguín and Los Cuernos interplay beautifully with the water’s multiple shades of turquoise.
Leaving Grey Lake we’ll begin our descent of Grey River, which snakes through canyons bubbling with rapids and framed by steep rock faces.
Accompanied by views of the imposing Paine Massif, we’ll paddle for 25 km (15.5 miles) down Grey River until it joins the Serrano River.
After 4-5 hours of paddling we’ll arrive to our end point where we will change out of our wetsuits and relax in our transfer back to Puerto Natales where our 3 days of adventure ends.
INCLUIDO
- All the private transportation indicated in the schedule
- Giant Talon E-Bikes & Riding Helmets
- Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- 1 Night Lodging in Ovejero Patagónico (double standard rooms with private bathrooms)
- 1 Night Lodging in Konkashken Cabin in the Serrano Area (two-room cabin with shared bathroom)
- Double kayaks
- All paddling equipment (neoprene gloves, paddling jackets, life jackets, skirts and neoprene boots)
- All meals indicated in the schedule (B: breakfast, BL: box lunch, D: menu dinner
- Guide/Driver (English-Spanish), Kayaking instructor
NO INCLUIDO
- Any additional nights
- Medical expenses
- Seguro de cualquier tipo
- Personal expenses
- Propinas para Guía/Chofer
Alojamientos
Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagónico
Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagónico is settled in the countryside in the heart of Cerro Castillo where this family owned hotel has worked for decades. Just a few kilometers outside the park, this is a serene location which offers a spacious lounge, open dining area, and rooms that invite you to stay a little longer. Each room has beautiful natural light and a private bathroom. Guests enjoy the unique country charm of this special hotel.
Konkashken Cabin
A cozy location located tucked alongside the Serrano River. These simple cabins offer a quiet place to rest and enjoy magnificent views of the Paine Massif. Cabins have bunk beds with fresh linens and a warm wood burning stove inside. Meals are served in the lodge which is spacious and welcoming. Bathrooms are shared and offer hot water.
Fechas & Precios
Chile Nativo opera con un máximo de 8 huéspedes por salida lo que permite un alto nivel de servicio individualizado y una experiencia personalizada inolvidable.
PRICES FOR SEASON 2022/2023: (valid until August 2023)
1 Guest Total: USD$ 3.095
2 Guests Total: USD$ 2.295 por persona
3 Guests Total: USD$ 1.995 por person
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4-8 Total Guests in Group: USD$ 1.795 per person
Departures available upon request with a minimum of 4 guests (we could operate with a smaller group with an extra supplement) (May – August)
FAQ's
P: ¿Debería darle propina a mi guía? Si es así, ¿cuánto es apropiado?
R: Tipping can be a delicate subject and many different nationalities have different tipping cultures. Tips or popinas in Chile, are viewed as a reward for good service. When tipping, a good guide and guide assistance who does the job well, has good English and provides a great service, can expect 10 – 15 USD per person per day. It is usual to leave your driver or chauffeur a tip too. Normally around 5 USD per person. Please find below a tipping guide:
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Guides USD$ 10 to USD$ 15 per person, per day; to be given to your guides directly.
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Staff (waiters, chefs,Housekeeping USD$5 per person, per night
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Drivers: USD$10 per person, per day; given directly to your drivers.
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Porters: USD$10 per person, per day; given directly to your porter
These amounts are merely a source to help you or give you a general idea of what is normal or typical. Of course, tipping is always at the discretion of the group members as to what they deem appropriate for the service they received.