4 Chile Hiking Tours Worth Flying For

Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Day Hike - The early pickup from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 727 reviews · 15 hours · from $90Our pick

Set out from Puerto Natales before sunrise for a demanding 22 km trek to the Base of the Towers in Torres del Paine. You will walk through lenga forest, cross glacial streams, and climb over rocky ground with bilingual guides such as Camilo, Hugo, Carolina, or Joaquín. Expect 15 hours door to door, changing weather, and a superb viewpoint if conditions allow.

“A great trip with three very attentive guides. They made sure everyone was happy, knew what to expect next and didn’t put pressure on anyone for time. Fab day, would highly recommend.”

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From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

2.From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 418 reviews · 10 hours · from $150Best guided

Leave Santiago early for a small-group 8 km hike through Cajón del Maipo. You’ll climb from about 2,300 to 2,600 meters with guides such as Laura, Elias, Andrés, or Rai, learning about geology, wildlife, and local history. Expect mountain views, a picnic lunch, water, and a post-hike wine and cheese stop.

“It was a wonderful experience. It is a scenic drive up the canyon. The views on the hike were magnificent, from start to finish. You end up around 2550 meters, looking at the volcano, which is 5856 meters. The guides were helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. There was door to door pickup/drop off. What a great day!”

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Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

3.Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 191 reviews · 14 hours · from $95

Leave Puerto Natales before sunrise for a guided trek to the Base of the Towers in Torres del Paine. You’ll walk through the Asencio Valley, El Chileno, and dense beech forest before tackling the steep moraine. Guides such as Sebastian, Daniel, Pablo, and Ramiro are praised for patient pacing and encouragement. Expect a strenuous 20 to 23 kilometer day.

“The trip is great, but the description needs to said this is a 23k walking and at least 8 km uphill… this is almost expert hiking”

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Puerto Natales: Base Torres Small Group Trekking

4.Puerto Natales: Base Torres Small Group Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 14 hours · from $88Cheapest way up

You’ll hike 20 km from Hotel Las Torres to Mirador Base Las Torres with a bilingual WFR-certified guide, usually in a group of no more than 12. Guides such as Ceci, Margo, Alan, and Caro are praised for steady pacing and personal care. Expect 900 meters of climbing, a rocky final section, and a long day with hotel pickup.

“Margo and Allen were fantastic. Super informative, friendly, and made sure we were all safe during our time out. 10/10 would recommend.”

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4 Chile Hiking Tours Worth Flying For

Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Day Hike

1.Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Day Hike

From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

2.From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

3.Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

Puerto Natales: Base Torres Small Group Trekking

4.Puerto Natales: Base Torres Small Group Trekking

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