Trekking in Torres del Paine! Porteria Lago Sarmiento Full Day Hiking

Summary

Start with the morning transfer from Puerto Natales. At the moment of entering the park through the Lago Sarmiento gate, you will begin the path with a side view of the imposing Sarmiento Lake, the usual hunting area for the region's largest predator, the Puma. Species that finds here its main source of food, the Guanaco. After an hour of walking, you'll learn little more about the local history visiting a series of cave paintings with a date that exceeds 6,000 years old, frequented by one of the first populations that arrived in Patagonia. The activity continues in the direction to Laguna Blanquillos, nesting and feeding area of different species of endemic birds of Patagonia, always with a frontal view towards the Paine mountain range. The path continues for about 2 hours untill you arrive at 'Laguna Amarga' entry (stop for restrooms). You will go by vehicle to the 'Paine Waterfall'. Take your time to admire this place and to enjoy the box lunch with a frontal view towards the granite towers. Next up, at Cañadón Macho, is possible to observe large groups of guanacos that live with species such as the Ñandú, Gray Fox, Condor, among others. Return to Puerto Natales.

Tour info

Duration
7 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Discover the breathtaking beauty of 'Torres del Paine National Park'. Have your camera on hand as you enjoy a moderate-difficulty hike that joins two of the four accesses that the National Park has (Porteria Lago Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga). Experience a little known and very attractive perspective for wildlife observation. Its landscape environment is undoubtedly a worthy place to explore. You will hike with a side view of the imposing Sarmiento Lake, visit cave-paintings and Blanquillos Lagoon which is nesting and feeding area of different species of birds. Enjoy the outstanding views of Paine Waterfall and have lunch with a frontal view towards the granite towers. Get close to Cañadón Macho, where is possible to discover the beautiful fauna of Patagonia, animals such as Guanacos or Ñandues, Gray Fox, Condor, among others. Don't miss this extraordinary and unique place and make a postcard to never be forgotten!

What’s included?

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (shared service)

  • Box Lunch: Water, fruit, brownie, cookies, juice, sandwich, mix dry fruits

  • Professional bilingual trekking guide

  • Transportation inside Torres del Paine National Park

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Seat Insurance

  • Optional: Bamboo Poles, Poncho, Gaiters

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance Fee to Torres del Paine National Park

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Such measures are subject to the official protocol and may be amended. In Navigations and restaurants, a "Mobility Pass" is required, which can be obtained by completing the vaccination doses. However, we do not request it in the services we provide.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Torres del Paine Tours by Say Hueque

About operator:

Say Hueque – Tours in Argentina and Chile is a travel company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Established in 1999, we specialize in providing customized tours to independent travelers throughout Argentina and Chile's national parks and cities. Offering the low prices that only a local operator can provide, our goal is to ensure the best experience in South America at an exceptional value.

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