How long is Torres del Paine circuit?
The Torres del Paine “O” Circuit (6–10 days) is the full loop around the Cordillera del Paine—the “W” plus the more remote backside that gets fewer trekkers. All told, the total distance of the “O” is approximately 110 kilometers depending on side hikes.
How many km is W trek Patagonia?
80 kilometers
The distance of the W Trek is approximately 50 miles (80 kilometers) long. One of the great things about this hiking route is just how versatile it can be. It’s easy to chop, change, and add to the W Trek itinerary so you’ll find everything from 3-day fast treks to 7-day ultimate treks on the menu.
How difficult is the W hike in Torres del Paine?
While it is possible to opt for a self-guided W Trek, we highly recommend to book a guided tour. Though the W Trek is not a difficult trek, a guide will improve the experience while showing you some hidden gems of Torres del Paine.
How long is the O circuit Patagonia?
110 km
Time and length: The W Trek is approximately 80 km/50 miles long while the O Circuit is 110 km/68 miles. The W Trek can be completed in 4 or 5 days while the O Circuit requires 7 to 9 days. The duration of the trek depends on factors such as what time of day you start the trek, trekking pace and side hikes.
How do I hike Torres del Paine O circuit?
Because the backside of the ‘O’ Circuit must be traversed counter-clockwise, your only option will be to begin hiking east along the trail, which will be easy to find. Camp Italiano is a comfortable 7.5-kilometer (4.7-mile) hike from Paine Grande. Once you arrive, check in with the park ranger and set up camp.
How hard is hiking Patagonia?
Hikes in Argentinian Patagonia Expect six to nine hours of walking on fairly easy terrain. Although wind and rain might be problematic, the well-maintained and clearly-marked paths won’t be. And the sights are truly out of this world… to experience them check out this 15-day trip to Patagonia.
Can you do the W trek without a guide?
Doing the W Trek without a guide is the most cost efficient way to trek through the park and it feels very rewarding to do it yourself. However, sorting out the W Trek was one of the most challenging bookings we have made to date.
How many miles is W trek?
How long is the W Trek? The W Trek is a moderately difficult hike lasting around four to five days, covering 46 miles on mainly gentle terrain, with more challenging days involving climbs of 600-800 metres.
Can you hike the O circuit without a guide?
You can complete the ‘O’ Circuit safely and affordably during the 2021-2022 season. If I can pull it off without a guide, then so can you.
Where does the O circuit start?
The O circuit starts at Hotel Las Torres (Laguna Amarga entrance), to get there from Puerto Natales; Step 1. Take a bus from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine (Laguna Amarga).
Is Torres Open 2021?
Will Torres del Paine be open for tourists? Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine locality is now open and we are excited to welcome local guests and foreign W Trek participants very soon when our borders open, come November 1, 2021.