Patagonia is home of world heritage site Torres del Paine with unlimited beauty and adventure to offer, with glaciers, lakes, mountains, exceptional flora and fauna- Patagonia has it all. The EcoCamp offers a choice of soft or hard adventure with 3, 4, 5 and 6 night full-board stays based on a weekly excursion itinerary. The program starts and finishes any day of the week and you can enter/leave the Park boarding one of the daily regular transfers connecting Torres del Paine with Punta Arenas/ Puerto Natales. Option to travel from El Calafate is also available for an additional fee, either in shared or private service.

NOTE: Due to capacity constraints in Torres del Paine, there is a non refundable 20% Deposit per person booking fee in addition to the 30% per person deposit. This booking fee is paid to secure reservations. The balance is due 90 days prior to travel.

Santiago is the capital of Chile, and its largest city. Two decades of uninterrupted economic growth have transformed Santiago into one of Latin America's most modern metropolitan areas, with extensive suburban development, dozens of shopping malls, and impressive high-rise architecture. Santiago has an excellently preserved city square that is very pleasant for a leisurely walk. It also boasts numerous museums, parks, churches and fine restaurants for dining. For a taste of world renown Chilean wines, visit some of the nearby vineyards for day excursions.

Upon arrival you will be met by our local representative who will help you locating your vehicle.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Please note: Upon arrival by air, American and Canadian visitors to Chile are required to pay a reciprocity fee of US$131 for American and US$132 for Canadian. Other nationalities will vary. Upon payment, cash, credit card or travelers checks, a receipt will be stapled at the back of passport and is valid for the duration of the passport. Subject to change without notice. Please consult with the Chilean consulate for full details.

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Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Situated in one of the most prestigious areas of Santiago, Plaza el Bosque Park & Suites is a great choice for families and those who like space. The 179 suites are well-appointed, with a small kitchenette and beautiful views of the city. Breakfast is an array of fresh fruits, dairy, pastries and other morning favorites. Dine at any of the numerous restaurants nearby, which serve everything from Chilean traditional dishes to international specialties. Make use of the abundance of facilities, which include a sauna, fitness room, and a games room with pool tables and chess.

Overnight at Plaza El Bosque Park & Suites.

Torres del Paine National Park was designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978. The park features mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers, with the Cordillera del Paine as the centerpiece. This eastern spur of the Andes is located on the east side of the Grey Glacier, rising dramatically above the Patagonian steppe. Small valleys separate the spectacular granite spires and mountains of the massif. The national park is a popular hiking destination. There are clearly marked paths and many refuges which provide shelter and basic services. Views are breathtaking. Hikers can opt for a day trip to see the towers, walk the popular "W" route in about five days, or trek the full circle in 8-9 days. Hikers are not allowed to stray from the paths. Camping is only allowed at specified campsites, and wood fires are prohibited.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Santiago with a private guide and driver.

Fly directly from Santiago to Punta Arenas. Flights are subject to availability. The flight duration is approximately 3.5 hours.

Daily regular transfers provided during the week for the guests going to the EcoCamp from different points outside the Park. All transfers are shared with other EcoCamp clients. Please bear in mind that the environmental goal is to minimize the transportation frequency within the Park so all EcoCamp guests will share the same vehicle on the whole route or on portions of the route. EcoCamp´s vehicles are 14-16 seats minibuses. The trip starts in Punta Arenas city either at your hotel or at the airport. From Punta Arenas drive to EcoCamp Patagonia located in world famous Torres del Paine National Park. During summer the sun sets around 11 pm, so as you drive in you will have plenty of light to admire the Patagonian steppe with its guanacos and snow-peaked mountain horizon. Before arriving, there are a couple stops. One is Puerto Natales, a small but lively town on the shores of Seno Ultima Esperanza - “Last Hope Sound”. You are invited to check out the town and enjoy a hearty lunch with delicious local food. The other stop is at Cueva de Milodon, a massive prehistoric cave where the remains of a giant ground sloth were discovered in the 1890’s. The surrounding area is very scenic with plenty of wild birds to be seen. The day ends with an overnight at the EcoCamp Suite Domes in Las Torres.

Camp in comfort in Chile's famed Patagonia with the least ecological impact possible. Located at the end of the world the Ecocamp offers the perfect compromise between hotel accommodation and camping. Conveniently located within Torres del Paine National Park, these large dome-shaped tents offer close contact with nature yet avoid the ardores and discomfort of traditional camping. The English speaking guides do everything possible to make your trekking experience, your wildlife tour, your photography safari - be what it may - a special and unforgettable experience where you will be able to relax from the pressures of everyday life and genuinely recreate yourself surrounded by the wonders of Patagonian natural beauty. Trek in virgin beech forests; admire colossal glaciers; think and wonder about humankind while standing at the foot of the towering granite peaks of the Torres del Paine; sit in total silence under the Southern Cross and share a glass of wine with new friends.

Overnight at Eco Camp Patagonia.

Weekly Shared Excursions Brief Itinerary

Please consider that you will need one full day to arrive in the Park and another full day to leave it, without excursions. For example, if you take a 5day/4night Safari program, then day 1 and day 5 will be used to enter/leave the Park and days 2, 3 and 4 will be available to do excursions. The EcoCamp offers a weekly excursion menu including an easy and active tour each day. During your stay in the Park you will have the opportunity to visit the Park’s most beautiful places together with other fellow travelers staying at the EcoCamp. The following tours are offered:

Drive & Walk Western Lakes, Boat across Grey Glacier (easy)
Full day visit to Salto Grande, Nordenskjold Lake Trail and Grey Lake Beach. Round trip navigation to Grey Glacier
Depart EcoCamp: 09:00 hrs, arrive back: 18 hrs approx
Approximate total walking time on the different lake trails: 2 hours
Walking distance: 3 to 5 km / 2 to 3 miles (depending on weather conditions and the group pace)
Boat crossing Grey Lake: approx. 2 hours round trip
Available: Mon,Thurs

Drive & Walk Western Lakes, Hike Cerro Ferrier (active)
Full day visit to Salto Grande, Nordenskjold Lake Trail and Grey Lake Beach. Then steep hike on Ferrier Trail until reaching sightseeing point
Depart EcoCamp: 09:00 hrs, arrive back: 19 hrs approx
Approximate total walking time on the different lake trails: 5 hours
Distance: 5km / 3 miles (depending on weather conditions and the group pace)
Available: Mon,Thurs

Walk Laguna Azul and Fauna Trails (easy)
Full day Visit to Laguna Azul sector, walk to the lookout point through Lenga forests, continue to the Fauna Trail to watch the Park's local flora and fauna,closely
Depart EcoCamp: 09:00 hrs, arrive back: 18 hrs approx
Approximate total walking time on the different lake trails: 3 hours
Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles (depending on weather conditions and the group pace)
Available: Tue, Fri

Trek Towers Base (active)
Full day trek up the Ascencio Valley to the Towers base
Depart EcoCamp: 08:00 hrs, arrive back: 18 hrs approx
Approximate walking time: 10 hrs round trip
Distance: 21 km /13 miles round trip
Available: Tue, Fri

Visit Las Torres Flora & Fauna Interpretative Center (easy)
Visit the Interpretative Center at Las Torres and walk its trail. Up to 45 different birds might be seen
Approximate visit time: 3 hrs.
Available: Wed, Sun

Hike Cerro Paine (active)
Located near the EcoCamp, the summit of this hill is a good point for appreciating the Park's rivers & lakes.
Approximate walking time: 4 hrs round trip.
Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles round trip.
Available: Wed, Sun

Walk Mirador Toro (easy)
From the different lookout points of this hill there are splendid views of the Park's Western lakes.
Approximate walking time: 2.5 hrs
Distance: 3 km / 2 miles
Available: Sat

Boat across Pehoe Lake, Trek French Valley (active)
Boat across the Pehoe Lake and trek up the French Valley in the very middle of the Paine Massif.
Depart EcoCamp: 08:00 hrs, arrive back: 19 hrs approx.
Boat across Pehoe Lake: 30 min each way.
Approximate walking time: 6 hrs round trip.
Distance: 11 km / 7 miles round trip.
Available: Sat

Optional Activities, free morning or free afternoon
- Visit Hostería Las Torres Spa & Massage Center, just 10 min walk from the EcoCamp (not included)
- Half day horseback riding or ride per hour, just 10 min walk from the EcoCamp (not included)
-Optional Private Tours available. Supplement for private service applies

Itinerary Modifications
The weather in Patagonia can be difficult at times. We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary under the sole discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can also modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on safety/weather considerations.

Overnight at Eco Camp Patagonia.

Explorations have been carefully created and are classified according to duration and level of difficulty. Each week guests can select from a menu of different options.

Overnight at Eco Camp Patagonia.

Explorations have been carefully created and are classified according to duration and level of difficulty. Each week guests can select from a menu of different options.

Overnight at Eco Camp Patagonia.

Daily regular transfers provided during the week for the guests going in/out of EcoCamp from/to different points outside the Park. All transfers are shared with other EcoCamp clients. Please bear in mind that the environmental goal is to minimize the transportation frequency within the Park so all EcoCamp guests will share the same vehicle on the whole route or on portions of the route. EcoCamp´s vehicles are 14-16 seats minibuses powered by diesel for now, until a renewable source of power is available. Vehicles do not have a bathroom.

Fly from Punta Arenas to Santiago. The flight duration is approximately 3.5 hours.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard).