6-Day Self-Drive Adventure in Torres del Paine
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Torres del Paine's iconic granite peaks
- Hike the famous W Circuit trail
- Witness stunning glaciers and turquoise lakes
- Spot diverse wildlife including guanacos and condors
- Enjoy flexible self-paced adventure
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 6-day vehicle rental with unlimited mileage
- Detailed map and itinerary of Torres del Paine National Park
- Pre-booked accommodations within the park
- Meals and personal expenses
Meeting point
Start Location
Punta Arenas, Chile
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm vehicle availability and park entry requirements in advance.
- Review accommodation options and book early to secure preferred locations.
- Check the latest weather forecasts to plan your activities accordingly.
Know before you go
- Ensure you have a valid driver's license and are comfortable driving in remote areas.
- Pack appropriate clothing for variable weather conditions, including waterproof gear.
- Carry sufficient cash, as some areas may have limited access to ATMs.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
The 6 day drive worked...
The 6 day drive worked well for our family of 4. They sent an itinerary with suggestions of sites/activities for each location. The rental car was a nice standard SUV. The SUV accommodated 4 adults, with a medium sized suitcase for each adult, plus one carry-on suitcase and 4 backpacks. We did not have problems with gas driving between Punta Arenas and Puerta Natales or from Puerta Natales to Torres del Paine and back, as seen in other reviews. The road from Puerto Natales is partially paved and otherwise gravel road, starting after Milodón Cave. Where paved, potholes are a significant problem. We saw many others changing tires on the side of the road or driving cars using the spare tire. We did not have any problems, but drove with caution to avoid this potential issue. The hotels were all excellent hotels (2 rooms, one room with matrimonial and one room with 2 twin beds requested) for each location. Each location had a standard buffet breakfast included. In Punta Arenas we stayed at Hotel Cabo de Hornos, with a beautiful view of the square. At check-in they asked for an additional 35,000 pesos per room, which was resolved after contacting the tour organizer. In Puerto Natales we stayed at Costaustralis, also within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Within Torres del Paine, we stayed at Hotel Lago Grey, which was located within the park, directly on Grey Lake, and had a nice restaurant/bar. The hotel was on the west side of the park, but not far for trekking during the day. Hotel Lago Grey offers a Catamaran ride to a glacier at the end of the lake, but beware there is a 30 minute walk across a rocky sand bridge to board and deboard the boat. Based on our experience, if we ever have the opportunity to travel to Patagonia again, we would consider using this again.
Trip to Patagonia
The trip to Patagonia is wonderful, we did it by van, now we will return to do it on the tours and be able to reach the base of the towers and the places that we could not reach while trekking. Totally recommended