INFORMACION GENERAL
On this five-day photo safari your camera is the star. Come photograph Torres del Paine’s colors and wildlife, textures and contrasts: the blue-hues of Grey Glacier, pinks and whites of the Chilean Flamingo or carpets of wildflowers contrasted against granite peaks, moody skies, scrubby pampas and autumn leaves. Photograph the largest predator of Patagonia – the Puma – while admiring and capturing it’s breathtaking surroundings and endless landscapes. The days are long but the sights are endless and there will be plenty of time for restful relaxation in a deluxe campsite.
Insider Tip: Reserve this program during September, October, March or April, when the sunrises and sunsets begin later and earlier in southern Patagonia, making for incredible lighting!
Aspectos destacados
• Exclusive Puma Tracking Excursion
• Daily Opportunities for Wildlife & Landscape Photography
• Private Riverside Camping
• Splendid Sunrises & Sunsets Each Day
• Chance to See Condors, Foxes, Guanacos, & Flamingos
• Shoot Grey Glacier, Icebergs, Lakes, Waterfalls & the Three Towers Up Close
• Visit & Experience Authentic Patagonia Ranches
DESCARGA TUS MAPAS:
• MAPA DEL PN TORRES DEL PAINE
• MAGALLANES & ANTARCTIC REGION
• PUERTO NATALES
DESCARGA TU LISTA DE COSAS RECOMENDADOS:
• PHOTO SAFARI TORRES DEL PAINE PACK LIST
Itinerario
Día 1
Transfer to Torres del Paine — Puma Tracking Excursion
- Full Guided Vehicle Support Throughout the Day
- Chile Nativo’s Riverside Camp (BL-D)
As you begin your journey from your hotel in Puerto Natales with your private chauffeur and guide, you’ll immediately find wonderful photo-taking opportunities in the lagoons dotted with Chilean flamingos and black-necked swans that we pass.
As we enter the park, pay close attention to the condors circling the skies and guanacos (llama family) grazing silhouetted against the mountains and valleys.
After we meet up with our professional puma tracker in particular sectors of the park, we begin the quiet and slow hike to encounter the wild predator that reigns these landscapes.
Photos will be taken for only a short while to be sure not to alter or disturb the puma and it’s daily life.
Once we continue along our way, we’ll stop to capture Torres del Paine’s moody landscapes en route to our campsite on the shores of the Serrano River.
After a deliciously prepared welcome dinner, end the day with a magnificent shoot of the sunset splashed across the twilight Patagonia skies.
Día 2
Up-Close Cruise to Grey Glacier’s Ice Wall
- Full Guided Vehicle Support Throughout the Day
- Chile Nativo’s Riverside Camp (B-BL-D)
A sunrise photoshoot from our campsite begins our day, followed by breakfast and a transfer to Grey Lake.
To reach the pier we’ll take a short walk through a beech forest. Keep your camera handy while walking: woodpeckers, Austral parakeets and huemuls, or Andean deer, call this forest home!
We’ll cruise Grey Lake for about an hour, weaving through blue-hued icebergs and stopping right in front of Grey Glacier’s massive facade.
Here, we’ll stay for a while to take pictures, observe the glacier’s intricate colors and icy textures – and maybe even see ice chunks calving.
As you make your way back, take time to capture Paine Grande and its wind-sculpted “ice mushroom” peak.
Ashore once again, we’ll have a picnic lunch and walk along the beach to observe once free-floating icebergs that have been marooned at the shores by the Park’s strong winds.
We make our way back to our camp for a restful evening with fine food and company.
Día 3
Lake Sarmiento – Lake Nordenskjöld – Salto Grande Waterfall
- Full Guided Vehicle Support Throughout the Day
- Chile Nativo’s Riverside Camp (B-BL-D)
The day begins with a sunrise shoot of the western face of the Torres Del Paine from our camp. Our first destination today is Sarmiento Lake, the largest in the Park.
We’ll stop here to enjoy the view, have lunch and snap this glacial lake’s dark blue waters and the distinctive white calcium deposits that hug its shoreline.
Later we’ll drive to Lake Nordenskjöld to the Salto Grande waterfall to photograph its waters and the wildflowers blooming nearby (orchids, calceolarias and neneos depending on the season).
A picnic lunch and well-deserved siesta.
Once rested, we’ll head east to another prime location for observing guanacos, to photograph their antics among the backdrop of Patagonia’s pristine beauty.
Día 4
Sunrise at Laguna Azul
- Full Guided Vehicle Support Throughout the Day
- Noche en Hotel Las Torres (D-BL-C)
Today we’ll set off very early to the eastern side of the park to shoot the sunrise from Laguna Azul, an enchanting lake bordering the park; home to ducks, swans, coots, woodpeckers and blessed with an incredible view of the Three Towers.
Our departure before sunrise means there is a chance of glimpsing a puma as they are active during the nocturnal hours!
You will surely be left with an appreciation for the splendid sights and an unforgettable experience! As we turn in for the night, rest well in the luxury of Hotel Las Torres’s first class accommodations and exquisite dining experience.
Día 5
Iconic Ranches – Transfer back to Puerto Natales
- Full Guided Vehicle Support Throughout the Day (B-BL)
Early in the morning after a freshly prepared breakfast we start our last day with several highlight visits to iconic Patagonia ranches.
We will have many opportunities to observe the daily life of a working cattle ranch which dates to the last century, capture local gauchos as they care for their estancia and land, and visit natural wonders that are unknown to most travelers.
During our visits we’ll be keen to search the woodlands and landscapes for sightings of native birds, including the Upland Goose, Pygmy Owl, Southern Lapwing and Magellanic Oystercatcher.
We’ll enjoy our final lunch together in the afternoon before we end our journey and return to Puerto Natales.
INCLUIDO
- All the private transportation indicated in the schedule
- All meals indicated in the schedule (B: breakfast, BL: box lunch, D: dinner)
- Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- Three nights at Chile Nativo's Riverside Camp in Torres del Paine (Double Deluxe Tents)
- Welcome Drink in Riverside Camp (PiscoSour, Glass of Wine, Beer, or Sparkling Champagne)
- One night Hotel Las Torres (Double Standard Room)
- Boat navigation to Glacier Grey
- Professional Puma Tracker
- Professional Guide (English-Spanish) & Driver
NO INCLUIDO
- Any international or domestic flights
- Any additional nights
- Additional alcohol in Riverside Camp
- Medical expenses
- Seguro de cualquier tipo
- Personal expenses
- Propinas para Guía/Chofer
Alojamientos
Campamento a orillas del Río
Far away from the crowded park refugios and campsites, Chile Nativo Riverside Camp is our fully supported base camp located in Torres del Paine National Park. This area is ideal for families and special groups setting off to the park or for those looking for an alternative and unique outdoor experience.
Fechas & Precios
Los precios del programa se determinan en función del número final de pasajeros confirmados en un grupo. El precio por persona baja a medida que más pasajeros se unen al grupo. Chile Nativo opera con un máximo de 8 pasajeros por salida lo que permite un alto nivel de servicio individualizado y una experiencia personalizada inolvidable.
PRICES FOR SEASON 2023/2024: (valid until April 2024)
3 Nights in Chile Nativo Riverside Camp & 1 Night in Hotel Las Torres
Private Departure for 1 Guest: USD$ 5.895
Private Departure for 2 Guests: USD$ 4.395 per person
Private Departure for 3 Guests: USD$ 3.895 per person
4-8 Guests Total in Group: USD$ 3.295 per person
Single supplement, ask a trip specialist
*Departure Dates Available Upon Request & Availability
FAQ's
Q: Where do I keep my luggage that I won´t need during my excursion in the park?
R: The majority of the hotels and hostels will store luggage for their guests who are staying with them prior to and after their travels in the park. If not, we will happily store your luggage securely in our office until you arrive back from your program. During your guided photo safari program you will have full vehicle support for the safe transport of your luggage and equipment needed during your excursion.
Q: Will I need to carry a backpack each day during this excursion?
R: Although you won´t need to carry a large backpack during each day´s activity, it is recommended that you have a small daypack to carry items such as your lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, glasses, and other personal items needed.
Q: How long will we be able to photograph the pumas during the tracking excursion?
R: Our expert guides will determine how long we can photograph the wild cats based on the conditions and surroundings. It is vital that we do not disturb or interrupt the pumas and leave little to no impact in their environment. We will observe the pumas and will not interact with them in any way. Our guide and tracker will also indicate the distance in which we must maintain throughout the tracking experience.
Q: Will we be hiking long distances during this program?
R: Each day we will have the opportunity to enjoy short walks and hikes ranging from 15 – 30 minutes to 1 – 1.5 hours. The hikes are generally easy and gentle treks and are not intense or physically demanding hikes. We will have full daily vehicle support which will allow for the groups´ transfer and transport of all equipment. During the puma tracking excursion there may be some steep sections of the trail in order to locate or view the puma from a safe area. On day 4 each guest will have the opportunity to select their own activity at the estancia based on the climate conditions and the availability of excursions.
P: ¿Hay baños y duchas en el Campamento Chile Nativo?
R: Yes – there are 2 restrooms and 2 showers per gender in the bath house located in the camp. Hot water is available during the generator’s schedule which functions 08:00 – 23:00. We recommend that you shower at night since your mornings you will be starting early for your days´ excursion.
P: ¿Cómo es el Campamento Chile Nativo a orillas del Río?
R: El Campamento Chile Nativo es nuestra propia base de operaciones privada ubicada dentro del Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. Perfecto para familias o grupos, es un campamento totalmente equipado ubicado a orillas del río Serrano, lejos del bullicio de Refugios y campings abarrotados. Realizamos todas las operaciones internamente, lo que significa que somos libres de trabajar con nuestro propio personal de confianza, obtener productos locales, seleccionar las mejores comodidades y controlar todas las partes que componen una experiencia de viaje al aire libre. Nuestras carpas dobles de lujo están ubicadas en plataformas elevadas, protegidas contra los elementos climáticos de la Patagonia. En el interior, encontrará colchones de doble altura, acogedores plumones y calefactores que se pueden operar durante la noche para garantizar un cálido descanso nocturno. Los baños, separados para hombres y mujeres con duchas de agua caliente están a pocos pasos de las carpas (tenga en cuenta que la electricidad y el agua caliente en el campamento funcionan de 8 a.m. a 0:00 horas). Las comidas son abundantes, deliciosas y se comparten en un comedor exclusivo con vistas al macizo Paine y sus colores cambiantes y espacios amplios para descansar, relajarse y disfrutar de una gran compañía. Nuestros desayunos buffet, almuerzos para llevar preparados por usted mismo y cenas de tres platos preparadas por el chef son una combinación nutritiva de delicias locales y alimentos de alta energía necesarios para las aventuras que tendremos durante el día. Los veganos, vegetarianos y huéspedes con otras necesidades dietéticas estará muy bien atendidos con una gama de leches alternativas, panes sin gluten, quesos veganos y productos de soja. Y, por supuesto, la cerveza, el vino chileno y el pisco sour marcan el final perfecto para un día de caminata. Nuestro propio anfitrión está siempre en el lugar para responder preguntas y garantizar que su estadía sea lo más cómoda posible. Con factores como generadores, mosquitos y noches frías en la mezcla, nuestro concierge está ahí para aconsejarle cuando cerrar los mosquiteros, cargar dispositivos electrónicos, cerrar su carpa de lujo y encender los calefactores.
P: ¿Las carpas de lujo tienen enchufes para cargar dispositivos? ¿Las carpas están calefaccionadas?
R: Each private deluxe tent has electrical outlets (C & L 220V sockets) for charging electrical devices during the hours the camp generators are operating (08:00 – 23:00). Each private tent is equipped with a small electric space heater with an auto shut-off security feature. This will allow you to heat your tent for the chilly evenings!
COMPLEMENTOS & UPGRADES
SALIDAS PRIVADAS DISPONIBLES - ¡POR FAVOR CONTACTE A UNO DE NUESTROS EJECUTIVOS PARA PLANIFICAR SU TREK!
SERVICIOS OPCIONALES (se debe reservar con anticipación)
- Traslado privado desde/hacia Punta Arenas/aeropuertos/Puerto Natales: Please Contact a Trip Specialist For Your Personal Quote
- Bus Publico Punta Arenas desde/hacia Puerto Natales USD$ 20 per guest, per way
ARRIENDO DE EQUIPOS: (se debe reservar con anticipación)
- Bastones de trekking: USD$ 6 el par, por día
UPGRADES: (se debe reservar con anticipación)
– Upgrade to Nightly Accommodations in Hotel Lago Grey: ask a trip specialist
