Chile with Teens: Patagonia Journey

Chile with Teens: Patagonia Journey

HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas

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3105
HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas

days 9
  • Family-friendly journey through Chile, combining culture, nature, and soft adventure
  • Santiago de Chile with guided city tours and optional coastal exploration in Valparaíso & Viña del Mar
  • Active but accessible experiences in Puerto Natales, including bike city tour and local cultural stops
  • Iconic Patagonia highlights: Torres del Paine viewpoints, light trekking, and glacier navigation
  • Wildlife encounters in Punta Arenas: penguins, kayaking, and immersive fjord landscapes

This family-friendly journey combines Chile’s cultural highlights with the natural wonders of Patagonia. Start in Santiago before heading south to the gateway of Patagonia, Puerto Natales, and the iconic Puerto Natales. Explore easy-access viewpoints and scenic activities in Torres del Paine National Park designed for shared enjoyment. Continue to Punta Arenas for penguin colonies and coastal adventures in the Strait of Magellan. This is a balanced itinerary combining discovery, comfort, and experiences suitable for all ages.

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Day 1

Start of your Family Journey! - Santiago de Chile

Santiago de Chile in the night

 

  • Transfer Santiago de Chile Airport / Santiago de Chile Hotel

Upon arrival to Santiago de Chile airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

 

  • Half-Day City Tour & San Cristobal Hill

At the agreed time, we will pick you up at your hotel to visit the historic center of the city. We will visit the Plaza de la Constitución where the “La Moneda” palace, the current seat of government, is located. We continue on foot to the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral, the palace of the Royal Audience, the Central Post Office and other buildings of historical interest as well as the Central Market. From there we continue by vehicle to San Cristobal Hill where we take the cable car (or ecological bus or funicular) to the summit to appreciate a wonderful panoramic view of the entire city.

At the end of the tour, we will return to your hotel.

 

  • Day at leisure in Santiago de Chile

Today, we suggest exploring Valparaíso and Viña del Mar.

Discover the magical city of Valparaíso, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through its colorful streets, visit emblematic landmarks such as Plaza de la Victoria and the Monument to the Naval Glories, and get lost among its hills, including the charming Cerro Alegre. Then, continue on to Viña del Mar, known as the Garden City. There you can enjoy the iconic Flower Clock, the historic Casino, and the famous Reñaca Beach.

An ideal journey to combine history, culture, and the sea in a single day.

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Santiago de Chile in the night
Day 2

Welcome to Chilean Patagonia! - Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales pier with mountains in the background.

 

  • Transfer Santiago de Chile Hotel / Santiago de Chile Airport

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred from your hotel to the international airport to take your flight. ¡Buen Viaje!

 

  • Transfer Puerto Natales Airport / Puerto Natales Hotel

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.

 

  • Half-Day Bike City Tour in Puerto Natales

Today we will pick you up from your hotel and head to the Patagonia Planet office, where you will receive your bicycle and the necessary equipment before beginning the adventure. After a brief instruction from the guide, you will start cycling through the streets of Puerto Natales, discovering its history and most iconic spots.

The tour includes visits to various monuments, streets, and avenues, as well as the waterfront, the main viewpoints, the pioneer houses, the Etherh Aike handicraft village, the Plaza de los Cuatro Pueblos, the Braun & Blanchard Pier, the mural of indigenous peoples, and the Arturo Prat Main Square.

An ideal tour to enjoy local culture and the city’s landscapes in an active and entertaining way.

The tour will conclude at the office and you will then be transferred back to your hotel.

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Puerto Natales pier with mountains in the background.
Day 3

Explore the Torres del Paine National Park - Puerto Natales

Patagonia - Family Trip

 

  • Full-Day Torres del Paine and Condor Viewpoint

The excursion begins with pick-up from your accommodation to start the journey to Torres del Paine National Park. Along the way, you will travel through the iconic landscapes of Patagonia, with views of vast steppes, lagoons, and mountain ranges.

Upon entering the park, several stops will be made at its most renowned viewpoints and scenic attractions, including Sarmiento Lake, Amarga Lagoon, Nordenskjöld Viewpoint, Salto Grande, Pehoé Lake, and the Grey Lake area, where you will have the opportunity to observe icebergs calved from Grey Glacier and enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding scenery. The excursion includes lunch, providing a pleasant break in a privileged natural setting before continuing the tour.

One of the highlights of the day is the hike to Condor Viewpoint, a moderate trail offering one of the most impressive panoramic views in the park. The round-trip hike takes approximately 2 hours and reaches an elevation of around 350 meters. From the summit, you will enjoy outstanding views of Pehoé Lake, the Cuernos del Paine, the Paine Massif, and many of the landscapes that have made Torres del Paine one of the world’s most celebrated natural destinations.

Throughout the excursion, your guide will share information about the park’s history, geology, flora, and fauna, enriching the experience with fascinating insights into Patagonia and its ecosystems.
At the end of the activities, you will return to Puerto Natales, with arrival expected in the afternoon.

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Patagonia - Family Trip
Day 4

Grey Glacier Navigation Tour - Puerto Natales

Torres del Paine - Grey Glacier

 

  • Full-Day Grey Glacier Navigation

We will pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Natales and head to Torres del Paine National Park.

We will arrive at Hotel Lago Grey one hour before the navigation departure and check in at the main desk. To reach the boarding area, we will need to walk for 35-40 minutes (1.5 km) from the parking area located on the banks of the Pingo River. We will cross a bridge, walk through a lenga forest, and then continue across Grey Beach to board the catamaran.

Shortly after, we will begin the navigation to Grey Glacier aboard the Grey III catamaran, enjoying the scenery of floating icebergs, lush vegetation, and mountains. The boat will approach the different faces of the glacier, allowing us to observe its nearly 6 km width and 20-30 meters height.

After the activity, we will take the same return path to the parking area, where the vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Natales.

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Torres del Paine - Grey Glacier
Day 5

Enjoy your Free Day - Puerto Natales

Family-Torres del Paine

 

  • Day at leisure in Puerto Natales

Today we suggest taking the boat from Puerto Natales to La Península Ranch, located in the Patagonian fjords. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with coffee and the traditional fried pastries served with local sweets before starting the experience.

You can choose between a trekking or a horseback ride, exploring the ranch for approximately 2 hours and enjoying the landscapes of mountains, fjords, and forests, while learning about the culture and rural life of Patagonia.

After the activity, you will enjoy a cocktail and a Patagonian lamb barbecue, ready to be served, accompanied by drinks and typical regional flavors. Then, there will be a tour of the ranch to see the local collies in action, watch a live sheep shearing, and learn about the daily work and wool production at the ranch.

The afternoon continues with free time to relax, watch birds in the wetland and along the coast, or simply enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and a good Chilean wine before returning by boat to Puerto Natales.

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Family-Torres del Paine
Day 6

Continue your Family trip in Punta Arenas

Boat on the water in Punta Arenas

 

  • Transfer Puerto Natales Hotel / Punta Arenas Hotel

At the specified time, you will be transferred to the Punta Arenas Hotel.

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Boat on the water in Punta Arenas
Day 7

Walk among Penguins! - Punta Arenas

Ushuaia - Tierra-del-Fuego-National-Park

 

  • Half-Day Magdalena Island Penguin Colony

Today we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Prat Pier to begin this adventure.

We will explore Magdalena Island, located in the center of the Strait of Magellan and north of Punta Arenas, home to one of the largest colonies of Magellanic Penguins in Chile with more than 60,000 pairs. First, we will sail through the waters of the Strait. Once on the island, we will be able to take a walk among hundreds of penguins that will cross our path.

Upon returning to the pier, the transfer service will take you back to your hotel.

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Ushuaia - Tierra-del-Fuego-National-Park
Day 8

Kayak in the Strait of Magellan - Punta Arenas

people kayaking in punta arenas

 

  • Half-Day Kayak in the Strait of Magellan

Upon arrival at the base camp, you will have time to change clothes and receive a safety briefing before heading down to the beach. The experience continues with a kayak paddle of approximately one hour, exploring the coastal edge of the bay surrounded by kelp forests and southern birds. No previous experience is required, as this is a safe and calm activity, ideal for contemplation and group enjoyment.

After finishing the paddle, you will head to the ranch to enjoy a homemade snack before returning to your hotel in Punta Arenas.

 

  • Day at leisure in Punta Arenas

Today we suggest sailing through Bahía Agua Fresca, just 27 km from Punta Arenas, to experience observing southern dolphins in their natural habitat. For approximately one hour, you will enjoy the magic of the Strait of Magellan, the coastal scenery, and the presence of seabirds, in an activity ideal for the whole family.

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people kayaking in punta arenas
Day 9

End of your Family Journey through Chilean Patagonia

Punta Arenas - Landscape

 

  • Transfer Punta Arenas Hotel / Punta Arenas Airport

At the specified time, you will be transferred to the Punta Arenas Airport.

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Punta Arenas - Landscape
Prices per person
Accomodation INN & B&B
From
3105
Accomodation Comfort
From
3495
Accomodation Superior
From
3865
pricing
  • Prices in US Dollars.
  • Valid until April 2027 (ask for prices at Christmas and New Year).
  • Prices are per person, based on 2 people in double occupancy. Single rates are available on request.
  • Flights are not included in the price but can be arranged on request.

 

  • Family Trips: Prices are per person, based on 4 people traveling together in double occupancy. Single rates are available on request. Teen and child rates may apply depending on your custom itinerary and the selected hotel category; please request a quote from your travel advisor.
included
  • 1 Night in Santiago de Chile
  • 4 Nights in Puerto Natales
  • 3 Nights in Punta Arenas
  • Transfers & Meals mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tours described in the itinerary.
  • Bilingual guides (English/Spanish) when mentioned in the itinerary.
not included
  • Fees & Mandatory Documentation (For more information click HERE).Except when mentioned in the itinerary.
  • International or Domestic Flights (quoted separated if requested).
  • Travel / Medical Insurance – To get a free quotation please follow this link: Travel Insurance.
  • Tips: For more information click HERE.
  • Hotels, transfers, tours and other services not described in the itinerary.
Flights needed for this itinerary

plane-icon Santiago de Chile - Puerto Natales

ESTIMATED COST FOR THE FLIGHTS ON THIS TRIP: Local flights cost from $200 per person per segment. We offer special rates on flights for this tailor-made itinerary.

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