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EXCURSIONS “All excursions are subject to change without prior notice”.

FULL DAY PAINE Difficulty: Low Duration: 8 1/2 hrs Departure time: 08:30 hrs

This is an excellent option to discover most of the areas of the National Park. Lakes, rivers, colourful flowing cascades, and the majestic Paine Massif together with the surrounding flora and fauna will be the traveller’s experience throughout this excursion. On its way towards , you will stop to appreciate the views of the swaying course together with the beauty of the same named local town. Guardería Grey will be the starting point of the trek following the imposing path the glacier once left. The lake is known for the striking huge ice blocks resting on its waters. You will then connect with the main stream of this fluvial area called . This river will be its ‘guide’ through the lacustrine system of the Park. You will be amazed by the turquoise coloured waters of Lake Pehoé situated nearby Pudeto, and after a short hike you will be faced with the magnificent views of Lake Nordenskjold plummeting into the famous ‘’, where you will also encounter the famous Paine Horns. Its journey will continue with the enjoyment of various aspects of the mountain range, as well as the exquisite views of Lake Sarmiento, the largest in the National Park. Here the Patagonian steppe invites herds of Guanacos to run freely through the clear forests. By this stage you will have reached the north/east area, just outside the park to Laguna Amarga, where weather permitting, the lake will act as a mirror to the renowned Torres del Paine. Laguna Amarga shores feed the elegant flamingos on the algae and plankton that live beneath its waters. Following its adventure you continue to be in awe by the spectacular Cascada Paine, as its unique fall flows into Laguna Azul the last location of the trip, ending the day with an unforgettable view to the magic that is Torres del Paine.

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TREKKING LAS TORRES BASE Difficulty: High (steep) Duration: 11 1/2 hrs Walking Distance: 20,4 Km (12,5 mi) – 9 hrs Departure time: 07:30 hrs

You will begin its day by moving to the eastern area of Torres del Paine National Park, in the direction of Estancia Cerro Paine. After a short walk you will cross the suspension bridge at the Ascencio River – water flow originating up the valley and named after the renowned bandit of Patagonia at the beginning of last century. Its first next challenge begins with a slow pace uphill to reach the 500 meter mark base of Monte Almirante Nieto. During this trekking journey, you will see the Nordenskjöld Lake surrounded by Notros or Ciruelillos. At the end of this first ascent, Ascencio Valley will come into sight and show its full magnificence and splendor Further to its adventure and crossing the Chilean Refuge located on the banks of the Ascencio River, you will walk through a centenary forest of Lengas (Nothofagus Pumilio). As you depart this forest, you begin the last ascent stage up the valley, taking us to the base of the frontal moraine left by the old advance of the Torres Glacier. From here, you will slowly trek a marked path by the moraine. And as this is the final stretch of you excursion, you will finally enjoy the belonged views of the majestic Torres del Paine, and Torres Lake. This location serves its well deserved lunch break and then you begin its descent and return.

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TREKKING CHACABUCO Difficulty: High Duration: 8 hrs Walking Distance: 21 km (13,04 mi) Departure time: 08:00 am Patagonia is synonymous with peace and vastness throughout all its territory. This mountainous cord represents an unbeatable option to find both virtues of this remote land. You will appreciate the snowy rocky peaks and glaciers of the area that surround this unknown but shocking place, next to the great Ultima Esperanza fjord that gets lost behind the mountains. During the ascent, you can be accompanied by beautiful condors, who watch over their territories as true kings of the highest of heights.

TREKKING MONTE FERRIER VIEWPOINT Difficulty: High Duration: 5 hrs Walking Distance: 5 km (3,1 mi) – 4 hrs Departure time: 08:00 hrs o 14.00 hrs

An unforgettable alternative for anyone with a passion for trekking… Although the summit of Mount Ferrier is located at 600mts above sea level, at 700 mts height a trek to this excellent lookout is achievable for anyone in a good physical condition, and able to cope with an uphill path winding through abundant local vegetation. As you reach this lookout, you are captivated by stunning landscape views of gorgeous lakes, icebergs and mountains within the National Park. Glaciers are in sight like the Pingo and the Grey together with the Paine Massif. This trek is without doubt an enjoyable and memorable experience.

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TREKKING PINGO Difficulty: Medium Duration: 4 hrs Walking distance: 6,5km (4 mi) – 3 hrs Departure time: 08:30hrs ó 14:30hrs

Bordering the Pingo River, this valley will offer every inch of its beautiful attractions; new views of the Macizo Paine and one of the most humid and green areas of the park. You will distinguish the flora and lush vegetation surrounding the forests of Nothofagus (Lenga, Ñirre and Magellan Coigue). You will conclude the excursion at a beautiful waterfall, half hidden by the dense vegetation and spilling crystalline streams of clear water through the extraordinary rock formations.

TREKKING “SALTO SERRANO” Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs Distance walked: 6 km (3.7 mi) – 2.5 hrs Departure time: 15:00hrs

An exquisite mix of views of the Serrano River, virgin forests and birds associated with this type of environment, always in an environment of peaceful solitude. On the peak of this light walk, you will reach a slight dip in the river, forming a small but marvelous fall, finishing up with the beautiful Donoso peak next to you and in the background an unbeatable view of the amazing Paine Massif.

TREKKING HIDDEN LAGOON Difficulty: Low Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes Departure time: 15:00 hrs.

You leave the hotel on foot heading south; towards the Chacabuco Range on which you still start a 1 hour trekking that will take you through a wonderful Lenga forest, the predominant tree of the area, until you arrive to a beautiful lagoon called Hidden Lagoon. Once there, you’ll have an incredible view of the Macizo Paine as well as the Villa Serrano, with the chance to see an assortment of local birds, such as the sierra- finch, thrushes, sparrows and the majestic condor. On the way back, you take the same path towards to hotel.

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TREKKING CONDOR VIEWPOINT

Difficulty: Medium - High Duration: 3 hrs Time of departure: 09:00 hrs or 15:00 hrs

Starting at Camping Pehoé and then later ascending for 1 hour you will reach one of the most incredible views the park has to offer. You will set eyes on everything that surrounds the Paine Massif: its lakes, rivers, flora and fauna, as well as the intense colour of Lake Pehoé. With some luck, you might get a glimpse of the powerful condor, either flying over you or perched on a rock wall close to its path. This viewpoint will expose you to the strong winds of Patagonia, a climatic ‘trademark’ setting it apart from many other places in the world.

TREKKING CUERNOS VIEWPOINT Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs Walking distance: 6 km (4 mi) – 2 hrs Departure time: 09:00 hrs ó 15.00 hrs

If a simple, gentle walk is what you are looking for, then this is a perfect excursion to choose. You take you through the central area of the National Park where you are able to appreciate the flora (a great variety of earthy native bushes and shrubs), the Massif with its 3050 mts height, the stunning yet peculiar Horns, the Valley and French Glacier and the 2 largest and most beautiful lakes in the park; Nordenskjold and Pehoé. These lakes are separated by an impressive waterfall; Salto Grande, a must see natural picturesque sight for all who visit Torres del Paine National Park.

TREKKING AONIKENK Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 5 hrs Walking distance: 7 km (4,3 mi) – 3 hrs

Departure time: 08:00 hrs ó 14.00 hrs

If your love for nature brings you to Patagonia, then this excursion is an incredible opportunity to fully appreciate the local flora, fauna (families of guanacos) and the Paine massif close by the Monte Almirante Nieto on the eastern side of the park. During its walk, you will cross 2 of the main entrances to the park (Amarga –

Sarmiento), culminating with views to the historic cave paintings from the natives that inhabited these lands - Aonikenks or Tehuelches. This journey has a very special anthropological touch and understanding of the land.

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TREKKING SARMIENTO BEACH Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 3,5 hrs Walking distance: 5 km (3,1 mi) – 2.5 hrs Departure time: 09:00 hrs ó 15:00 hrs

To reach Sarmiento you will journey through the central park area of pre-Andean

scrubland. Whilst here you will appreciate groups of grazing guanacos (local animals of the Patagonian fauna). Then you will travel through Lake Sarmiento Chico reaching its destination, Lake Sarmiento; the largest lake in Torres del Paine National Park. This lake will stun viewers with its unique intense blue colour, calcium carbonate formations along its banks, and unique rock formations.

HALF DAY HORSEBACK RIDING NUTRIA RIVER Difficulty: Medium - Low Duration: 4 hrs Departure time: 09:00 hrs or 15:00 hrs.

Patagonia is known as the land of gauchos and horses, and what a great destination to connect with this practice. The Rio Serrano offers you the most perfect setting. You will ride to the converging waters of the , enjoying a display of both its different colours (due to glacial origins), and the amusing magnitude of the Paine Massif. You will then proceed to cross the Nutria River on horseback and enter the natural forest of Nothofagus. This is a great option for people with little or no experience on horse riding, let alone in the Patagonian terrain.

TREEKING GREY BEACH Difficulty: Low Duration: 3 hrs

Departure time: 08:00 hrs

You begin your excursion from the hotel, towards area. You will do a trekking from the parking area to the shore of Grey beach. In this excursion, you will pass by the swinging bridge that crosses the Pingo River. Then you will go across of a Lenga forest and if you are lucky, you could see some deers. Once arrived at this place you could see some ice detachment of the Grey Glacier and

also you will do a trekking around the peninsula, watching the flora that surrounds this place, and then you will arrive to a viewpoint to see the east part of the Grey Glacier.

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