Torres del Paine

Several granite peaks nearby simulate the teeth of a tiger, rising dramatically about a kilometer (more than half a mile) into the sky. The national park is named after them. To see them requires an eight-hour round trip.

Address: Torres del Paine National Park 

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

Los Cuernos del Paine, also known as ‘Paine horns’, is the name given to a group of granite peaks in Torres del Paine, a visually impressive group of mountains, standing at  2000 metres high. The Cuernos are located in the middle of the W Trek, the most popular route for trekking in Torres del Paine National Park. From the top of Valle Francés and Pudeto viewpoint you’ll get the best views of Los Cuernos! 

Address: Commune of Torres del Paine

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

It is a 10-hour, medium-difficulty trek (round trip). It starts from the Cuernos del Paine or from Lake Pehoé. On clear days, this hike is one of the most beautifuls inside the park, and if you complete the hike and reach the British camp, it’s possible to see the Paine Grande to the west and the spectacular Torres del Paine and the Cuernos to the east, surrounded by glaciers .

Address: Valle del Francés.

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

This lake is one of the least visited, thus, an excellent place for bird watching. The trail begins with an easy walk through a pleasant valley, past an old baqueano post. From there, the trail will take you through the forest on rolling terrain, further on you will find the Pingo waterfall until you finally reach another old baqueano post, a bit ramshackle but picturesque. You can make this path as long or as short as you want. The trail starts from the same parking lot that goes to Gray Lake.

Address: Lago Pingo.

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

The trailhead for this ride begins near the Pudeto catamaran dock. This trail begins with an up-close visit to the Salto Grande waterfall. Then the road winds through a deserted beach and thorny bushes to a lookout point with spectacular views towards the French Valley and the Horns, looking over Lake Nordenskjöld. This trail is a good place to see wildflowers in the spring, but it can get very windy in late summer.

Address: Lake Nordenskjöld

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

You can reach the Grey Glacier by taking a 4-hour trek that becomes a little more challenging at the end. You will go through a beautiful path that ends with a view of the lake and the Grey Glacier, after crossing extensive forests of lengas, coigües and ñires. You can also enjoy views of this glacier by taking a 3-hour boat trip through floating icebergs.  

Address: Grey Glacier.

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park (Except the boat trip)

Another noteworthy attraction in Torres Del Paine is the Salto Grande waterfall. Found within a beautiful setting, Salto Grande lies on the Paine River and is located nearby the famous Cuernos (Horns) of Torres del Paine, which provides visitors gorgeous views while surveying the falls. Guests can hike to the waterfall, where they will experience unusually strong winds, a feature that makes this attraction even more unique. Together with the gorgeous colors of the water and the sky above, the picturesque surrounding scenery and the sporadic gusts of wind, the Salto Grande waterfall is a great place to visit while in Torres del Paine. 

Address: Torres del Paine National Park

Days and times: Open every day, at all hours.

Price: Included in the price of the National Park

To visit these caves is to make a direct trip to prehistory and discover the size of one of the largest animals that inhabited this area, known as “Milodon”. This is an ideal family outing.

Address: From Natales, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile

Days and times: Every day from 09:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:00).

This town, popularly known as “little town” Serrano, is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park. It is located 80 kilometers away from Puerto Natales and is frequented by travelers seeking tranquility, privileged nature and activities typical of this area, like fishing, horseback riding and hikes through the Magellan pampas. A fabulous opportunity to go into forests of lengas and ñires, breathe fresh air and contemplate guanacos, huemules and caiquenes.

Address: Río Serrano

Days and times: Every day, at all times.

Hotel Las Torres Patagonia, Torres del Paine National Park. Tel: + 56-61-617450

Regional / Vegetarian Friendly

The best time to visit is during the day since the view from its living room, surrounded by mountains and parks, is incredible. There are many options for different palates and they are all very tasty and do not disappoint. There are several vegetarian-friendly dishes.

Lot 1, Rio Serrano Sector, Torres del Paine National Park. Tel: + 56-53-162911.

International /Southamerican / Chilean.

A very quiet restaurant with beautiful views. Its bread basket stands out for its variety of breads, always warm. It offers a good variety of grill and meat. There are those who think that its cuisine is the best in the area!

Arturo Prat 158, Puerto Natales. Tel: +56 61 241 5382

Grill /South American / Chilean.

If you are in the mood for a Patagonian barbecue, Asador Patagónico will not disappoint you. Authentic family atmosphere. Rich food and rich wines. Their bread basket is very particular, you’ll see why…

Hostería Pehoe, Isla Notros, Lake Pehoé. Tel: + 56-61-2722853

Regional / Meats

The restaurant of Hostería Pehoe invites you to enter one of the most remote passageways of Patagonian cuisine and enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the Cuernos del Paine. You can have lunch, dinner or enjoy a drink in the lounge accompanied by a table of meats, cheeses and seafood in a warm atmosphere.

Lago Grey sector. Tel: + 56-61-2410172

Regional food / Meat / Pasta

This restaurant combines delicious gastronomy with the unique surroundings of Hotel Lago Grey, ensuring a unique experience in each dish. Two menus are offered daily for lunch and dinner in which absolutely natural products are used in its preparation. In addition, its varied wine cellar offers the best of Chilean vines.