To travel to the end of the world, you should plan on arriving to Chile’s capital, Santiago, at the Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL). From there, guests may take a 3 hour flight to Punta Arenas to the Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo International Airport (PUQ) followed by a public bus or private transfer to Puerto Natales. Crossing the pampas under the vast Patagonia skies, this relaxing 3 hour transfer gives travelers a wonderful opportunity to spot herds of iconic Patagonian sheep, Chilean flamingos, and ñandús among other incredible species of birds along the way.
Guests can now fly directly to Puerto Natales from Santiago to the Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) via a 3 hour flight. A 10 minute taxi ride can be taken from the small airport to the downtown area where the majority of hotels and accommodations are located in Natales.
Be sure to choose a window seat if you go this route! On a clear Patagonia day, you will see the intense beauty of the ‘eighth wonder of the world’ right below you….far-stretching glacial ice fields, massive granite peaks, and an incredible medley of valleys and rivers.
If traveling within South America, connections to Santiago are available via a 3.5 hour flight from São Paulo Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) or a 2 hour flight from Buenos Aires, Argentina to the Ezeiza International Airport (EZE). Combining trips in Calafate, Argentina is quite popular for many travelers which offers a convenient connection to the Comandante Armando Tola International Airport (FTE). From Calafate, regular bus departures are offered directly to Puerto Natales or private transfers are also available!
Check the following Chilean Airlines for flight schedules:
TRAVEL TIP: Skip the plane ride and take it slow! Ask a Trip Specialist about the Patagonia Fjord Route navigating 4 Days & 3 Nights along Chile’s mesmerizing coast from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales!
After working up an appetite traveling all this way, the first thing for many is getting out to try the local food! Fresh seafoods, delicate roasted lamb, delicious pizzas & burgers, craft beers and fine wines, and incredible pastries & desserts. So what’s our top choices for local cuisine?
Santolla – trendy shipping container restaurant with great upscale seafood @santolla.rest
Cafe Artimaña – original to it’s name & menu – our pick is the Artimaña Limonada @artimagnacafe
El Puesto Restobar – contemporary bar & grill, excellent variety of appetizers @elpuesto_restobar
La Forastera – Ok, we’re callin’ this one – THE BEST burgers & fries in Natales! @hamburgueserialaforastera
Pampa Restrobar – popular bar & grill with nice outdoor patio and great music @pampa.restobar
Go Bar de Hielo Natales – an ice bar with exquisite drinks and music. A unique concept replicating the inside of a glacier. @gobardehielo
Afrigonia – Africa meets Patagonia in one of the best restaurants in town! @afrigoniapuertonatales
La Mesita Grande – delicious wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, and craft beer @mesitagrande_puertonatales
Masay – local sandwicheria iconic to Natales and a favorite joint among locals!
Cormorán de las Rocas @cormoranpuertonatales – upscale dining with an incredible overlooking view of the waterfront and fjords. After dinner, you might as well check out the next door Wine Market @wine_and_market for some exceptional selections and tastings of fine Chilean wine!
El Asador Patagonico – local specialists in delicious meats and authentic plates prepared in typical Patagonia style al palo ‘on a stick’. A great place for meat and wine lovers! @asadorpatagonico
Restaurant Bahía Mansa – signature cuisine recognized for its gastronomic standards, using sustainable raw materials direct from our beautiful region @restaurantbahiamansa
Café Kaiken – exquisite dishes like ravioli, empanadas, picarones, & more prepared with the best products from Patagonia @cafekaiken.cl
Café Cacique Mulato – right along the coast with terrific views! Fresh prepared coffees and some beloved dishes like fish & chips and classic Chilean cuisine @cafe.cacique.mulato.costanera
Patagonia Dulce – @chocolateria_patagoniadulce locally, handmade artisanal chocolates, cakes, cookies, grilled sandwiches, and a selection of coffee! Great atmosphere to enjoy something sweet. Bonus – they sell fresh made bread made from the hands of @lafamilia.panaderia
Factoria – conveniently located inside the Factoria Boutique Hostal, this small restaurant has freshmade pastas perfect for a delicious lunch or dinner! @factoriapatagoniachile
El Pibe – For those who have a sweet tooth, then this is the place to go! Fresh facturas (pastries), cookies, cakes, and deli sandwiches made each and every morning. @elpibenatales.cl
TRAVEL TIP: A standard 10% gratuity is automatically included on meal checks at restaurants so no need to worry about tipping! (Unless you want to give a little more which is ok too!)
Whether you’re in the planning stages of your trip and have yet to choose your accommodation or if you have just arrived and need a great place to rest, we’ve provided a dynamic list of some of the best hotel and overnight accommodations in town!
Hotel Vendaval – old Patagonian architecture, quiet rooms with great views, natural light, & an incredible rooftop patio @hotelvendaval
Hotel The Veat – A downtown plant powered & pet friendly hotel setting the stage for your next Patagonian adventure. Beautiful atmosphere and on-site cafe. @hoteltheveat
Vinnhaus – centrally located grand boutique hotel with restaurant & bar that shares a beautiful touch of Berlin mixed with unique Patagonian styles @vinnhausnatales
The Singular – 5 star hotel that shares an important history with the development and history of Natales! One of the best restaurants in Chile, has a premium spa and only 10 minutes from Natales @thesingularhotels
Altiplanico – exceptionally designed hotel exhibiting the natural Patagonia elements of its location, cozy rooms with waterfront views, rustic hot tubs, and a great bar & restaurant in house @hoteles_altiplanico
Hotel Simple Patagonia – reminiscent of the traditional farmsteads of Patagonia countryside, spectacular views of the Last Hope Sound and only 5 minutes from town @simplepatagoniahotel
NOI Indigo – trendy hotel on the coast, centrally located, great restaurant, spa on the last floor with amazing views @noiindigopatagonia
Kau Patagonia – trendy hostel with waterfront views! Great shopping & coffee bar on the first floor @kaupatagonia
Hotel Factoria – located near the heart of Puerto Natales, estancia inspired architecture highlighting native wood and light-filled rooms with a small restaurant offering great food @factoriapatagoniachile
Riverside Camp Patagonia – located near the Serrano River and Torres del Paine, Riverside Camp is the first campsite in Chile built with ecowood, transforming 20 tons of waste into an ecological space with a zero waste kitchen @riverside.patagonia
TRAVEL TIP: Be sure to make your accommodation reservations in advance since many hotels fill up quickly during high season. And as a great alternative, check out some wonderful hidden AirBnB gems in town!
With so many active travel experiences within reach in Puerto Natales and perhaps limited travel time, many of our guests ask the golden question – what is there to do while in Puerto Natales? Aside from visiting Torres del Paine National Park and its surroundings, here are our top local what-to-dos!
Walk La Costanera – enjoy the best views of the Last Hope Sound, dramatic fjords, snow-capped mountains & iconic sights along the waterfront walkway
Visit El Galpon Cultural Center @elgalponlab – check for cultural events such as art showings and community events at this historic warehouse along the coast
Kayak Eberhard Fjord – enjoy a full day kayak excursion on quiet waters protected by this beautiful historical fjord
Explore the Municipal Historic Museum @muni_natales – journey along the immersive and fascinating history of Southern Patagonia & Puerto Natales
Shop the Pueblo Artesenal Etherh Aike @puebloartesanaletherh – support local artists who sell their beautiful handcrafted products at this indoor artisan gallery
Visit Laguna Sofía – 30 minutes outside of Natales lies an incredible lagoon with plenty of hiking, horseback riding, and rock climbing adventures
City Bike Tour – cruise around town, along the coast, and through the plazas of Puerto Natales on the perfect bike tour
Enjoy a local Estancia Experience – no better way to experience the culture, food, customs, and heart of Southern Patagonia than by visiting one of the many estancias (ranches) of the region
Tour the Last Hope Distillery @lasthope_distillery – free tours are offered from Wednesday to Sunday during the high season (October – April). Tours are offered in English at 17:30 and a tour in Spanish at 18:30. No need to book, just arrive at least 10 minutes before the tour starts!
TRAVEL TIP: No matter what activity you decide to enjoy – always be prepared for Patagonia’s notorious changing weather. Always be sure to carry a waterproof & windproof jacket!
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SY Joyce Kan2023-03-07Amazing trip! We joined the Torres Del Paine 7 day O trek tour - note that this tour is not a complete O Trek but skipping the part from Camp Frances to Las Torres, which worked in our favour as our holiday is limited and we won’t miss much. Our guide, Debbie was knowledgeable and amicable, and very passionate about hiking. Unfortunately I fell sick during the hike and wished to leave a day earlier than planned. Debbie and Chile Nativo quickly rearranged transportation for us and was very helpful. Throughout the whole process Chile Nativo was very responsive. We had a memorable journey and I would highly recommend Chile Nativo.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jim Garvin2023-03-02Fantastic experience! We were booked with Chile Nativo via Swoop and had a wonderful experience. Our guides, Tim & Lucile, were awesome. We really enjoyed their company. They were very knowledgeable about the region (the history, animals, landscape, etc). Highly recommend.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Olivia Evans2023-02-15I booked the independent, self-guided Torres Del Paine trek with Chile Nativo’s help and was so glad I did. When I looked to book on my own, everything was all reserved in Torres Del Paine and Chile Nativo was the only agency that could help me find a spot still. To still be able to go on the trip when I wanted to go, to not have to spend so much time planning all the logistics, to get a local’s recommendations on the best way to do the trek…but STILL get to do the trek on my own was amazing and worth every penny. In particular Paolina at the agency was incredibly helpful. I would recommend this agency to anyone looking to hike in Torres del Paine.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Chiloe Natural (chiloenatural)2023-02-10Serious, professional, and friendly Tour Agency in Puerto Natales that will cater your needs in Patagonia and Torres del Paine.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kevin Jobst2023-01-27Hiking in Torres with Pepa is like walking with your smartest and wisest friend. She has an incredible depth of knowledge in everything from mycology to government, from geology to history. She is fiercely passionate about conservation and our planet and has dedicated her life to making our world a better place. Our two porters Filipe and Bastian were both incredibly strong and highly professional. Always in the know on where to set up the tent, they picked the best spot in every site we were at. Also, they were an absolute blast to hang out with after the long days hiking. I cannot recommend this particular team highly enough and if you are passionate about the environment, making the world a better place, learning everything there is to know about glaciers, mushrooms, Patagonia, the history of Chile, magma intrusions and edible berries request them by name. Thank you to all three of you for making our experience so special and I hope our paths cross again.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Brad Smith2023-01-15Our Torres Del Paine Plus trip was fantastic! A great crew of newly-made friends, guided by Izabella “La Professora”, on a journey beyond expectations. What a great time, a balance of hiking and touring. DO NOT miss the pumas!!! I will definitely go with the Chile Nativo team again, and thanks to Nestor & Juan too!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Senga Simpson2023-01-09Excellent service. Thank you VickyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Lukas Winegarner2022-11-28Camilo is ledged! Chile Nativo is extremely experienced and knowledgeable - I would highly recommend booking directly through them. We were a group of 8 doing the O 7 day hike and everything was great! Thanks to Camilo & Tomas and all of our porters!
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