Plan your travel adventures around Patagonia in South America with our handy information below. If you like hiking, horse-riding, biking or just marvelling at amazing views, then a trip to the Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia is a must. And there is no better way to discover the park and surrounding areas than with Tierra Patagonia, an eco-luxury lodge only a short drive from the park entrance.
Where is Torres del Paine? When is the best time to visit the Patagonia region? Where to go on your Chile vacation?
Here we answer some of your questions and provide a 4-day trip itinerary.
IMPORTANT: From May 16, 2020 Australian Passport holders need a visa to enter Chile. This must be obtained online here.
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
A native culture thousands of years in the making, pioneering exploration and dramatic landscapes, this is Chilean Patagonia, South America. In southern Patagonia, you will find Torres del Paine National Park with its iconic peaks, mirror-glass lagoons and mighty glaciers. Not to mention the endless walking trails, adrenaline-packed outdoor sports and a rich cultural heritage. From Sir Francis Drake, Lady Florence Dixie to Charles Darwin, many have passed through these lands, though few have wanted to leave.
Torres del Paine location – Patagonia Map
Torres del Paine is located in Chilean Patagonia in the South of Chile. Fly to Puerto Natales airport (in summer) or Punta Arenas where you will be met and taken on a picturesque journey to the Tierra Patagonia hotel which sits on the shores of Lake Sarmiento. Surrounded on all sides by rolling pampa blanketed in evergreen shrubs, the hotel looks directly on to the waters of the lake with the Paine Massif filling the horizon above it.
Torres del Paine weather
The weather in Patagonia and Torres del Paine is notoriously changeable, with not only extremes in temperatures – ranging from 34°F (1°C) to 66°F (19°C) – but also in day-to-day sunshine, wind and rain, sometimes even in the same afternoon. We would highly recommend bringing suitable clothing for all seasons, though particularly be sure to include windbreakers and protective gear wherever possible.
Insider Tips
Check out our insider tips for your visit to Patagonia to this kid-friendly hotel. We provide guided group or private excursions suitable for families.
Patagonia itinerary options
Tierra Patagonia – 4 nights Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia is on many people’s bucket list, and rightly so. The majestic Paine Massif, stunning glaciers and amazing wildlife make this a must-see adventure travel destination for your visit to Patagonia, Chile.
The sample Patagonia trip itinerary below will give you an idea of what your adventure could be like.
All-inclusive hotel rates – Luxury Patagonia Vacation
Rates. Check out high and low season rates for an all-inclusive Patagonia vacation.
