All Trips > Chile > Patagonia Hiking and Kayaking Multisport Patagonia Hiking and Kayaking Multisport View Dates & Book Your Spot AT A GLANCE Chile 12 Explorer Chicks Hotel, Locally Unique Bucket List, Hiking, Horseback Riding, International, Multisport, Paddling, Wildlife 9 Days 3 - Active Physical demand level for this trip The Ends of the Earth Photos Itinerary Logistics Activity Level What's Included View Dates & Book Your Spot Book a Call Share The Ends of the Earth Warning: This isn’t just a trip—it’s a full-body reboot. Over nine unforgettable days, you’ll hike below the jagged granite cathedrals of Torres del Paine, paddle past ancient blue ice, and ride like a gaucha across sweeping Patagonian pampas. You’ll sleep beside quiet rivers, stargaze from a cozy estancia, eat BBQ straight off the fire, and wake each morning thinking “is this real life?”. This is the wild, breath-stealing kind of adventure your soul’s been waiting for. Trip Highlights Hike 40+ miles through Torres del Paine, including the epic Towers Base and French Valley sections of the W Trek—plus hidden trails and panoramic viewpoints far from the crowds Kayak among floating ice on Grey Lake and paddle the Grey River on a full-day expedition (cue the epic Cuernos del Paine views!) Saddle up on a Criollo horse and ride across open pampas, soaking in the rhythm of life on a traditional working estancia Gather around the fire for a traditional Patagonian BBQ and toast to wild places and new friendships Gaze up at hanging glaciers, marvel at Grey Glacier’s icy face, and soak up views of the Southern Patagonia Ice Field Grab your binoculars and track wildlife like condors, guanacos, flamingos, and foxes with a local guide Trade boots for wheels on a scenic e-bike ride through postcard-worthy terrain The Vibe This trip isn’t just about where your boots land. It’s what falls away with every step. Out here, jagged peaks slice the sky, glaciers hum with ancient quiet, and the rest of the world slips out of focus. You’ll move through it all by foot, paddle, and saddle—earning views that shift with every climb and curve. This trip is all about wild, honest beauty. The kind that settles in your bones and stays. Photos Itinerary Expand All Days Day 1 - Welcome to Patagonia Welcome to Patagonia, where the air feels fresher, the mountains look bigger, and your only job is to show up and soak it all in. Today, you will meet your fellow Explorer Chicks in the charming fjord-side town of Puerto Natales, settle into adventure mode, and kick things off with a Welcome Dinner that’s part feast, part icebreaker, and all fun! Accommodation: Hotel, Puerto Natales Meals: D Day 2 - Hiking in Torres Del Paine National Park After a delicious breakfast, we’ll board the trusty SHE-nanigan Shuttle through Chilean Pampas grasslands to our rugged home for the next five days. Torres del Paine National Park is a crown jewel of public land – bursting with mountains, glaciers, pristine lakes and winding rivers. Paine (pronounced “PIE-neh”) is the native Tehuelche word for blue and Torres is the Spanish word for towers. So yeah, you aren’t going to need your fancy Insta filters. We’ll hike through wildflowers and peer up at soaring condors as we take in panoramic views of Torres del Paine. The highest point of the trail connects to a rarely-trekked path to Weber Bridge in the heart of the park. Afterwards, we’ll march our buzzing bodies to our home for the next four nights, complete with a feastly meal full of local flare. Transfer Time from Puerto Natales to Estancia: 2 hours Transfer Time from Trail to Camp: 30 mins Hiking: 9 miles, 970’ gain, 5-6 hours Accommodation: Hotel Meals: B-L-D Day 3 - Grey Lake and River Kayaking After a plentiful breakfast, we’ll board our Shuttle for a quick 30 minute transfer to meet our professional kayaking guides on the shores of Grey Lake. We’ll get the low-down on paddling 101 before slipping into the lake and two rivers. Our views of the magnificent Paine Massif will be so pristine, you’ll wonder if they’re Photoshopped. Speak the names of some of the most glorious peaks –Paine Grande, the Cordillera Olguin, and Los Cuernos. Awaken new strength in your arms and core as you paddle through floes of ice that have descended from Glacier Grey, the namesake of these waters. These icebergs are scattered throughout the lake and have been sculpted into incredible shapes by the wind and sun, before being pushed to the shores of the lake. After, we’ll descend into Grey River, which snakes through deep canyons with steep rock faces and rapids. Fear not, this is still a beginner-friendly paddle! We will continue on past the Paine Massif along the Grey River until it joins with the turquoise water of the Serrano. After a day of paddling, we’ll arrive back at our hotel ready to rest our muscles, gorge our bellies and laugh like hyenas. Transfer Time: 30 Minutes Kayaking: Up to 15 miles. 6-7 hours Accommodation: Hotel Meals: B-L-D *To kayak, you must be under 250 pounds Day 4 - Hiking in the French Valley It’s legs day, Explorer Chick! We’ll depart our camp at 9AM for a round-trip hike in the French Valley. Our loyal SHE-nanigan Shuttle will be waiting to escort us on a 45 minute transfer over a gravel road all the way to Pudeto Pier at Lake Pehoé. Here we’ll take a 35 minute catamaran to the Paine Grande area. Our spectacular destination, the French Valley, is a natural basin surrounded by peaks and hanging glaciers. We’ll be greeted by a glacial moraine at the entrance and scramble over huge boulders to catch the first sight of the hanging glacier atop the valley. NBD, just being awesome over here. We’ll ascend for an hour through a dreamlike Japanese garden landscape before arriving at the French Valley viewpoint aka the “Plateau”. Our reward is a heart-stirring condor’s view of MORE granite peaks and hanging glaciers. To one side, the French Glacier and Paine Grande (10,056′). To the other, La Espada, La Hoja, La Máscara and the main and north “horns” of Los Cuernos arching into the sky. There are so many summits to spy here, it feels like attendance day in homeroom. Cerro Catedral? Here! Cerro Fortaleza? Here! These peaks loom like turrets above the landscape, and you’ll start to wonder if all the GOOD tectonic plates decided to migrate here. We’ll scarf our chef-prepared organic box lunches at the viewpoint, surrounded by imposing peaks and open sky. Depending on the weather conditions and group vibe, we can continue to the Britanico Lookout which offers impressive 360 degree views. We return the same way we came to enjoy a well-deserved dinner. Transfer Time to Pudeto Pier: 45 minutes Catamaran to Paine Grande: 35 minutes Hiking: 10 miles. 1,950’ gain. 8-9 hours Accommodation: Hotel Meals: B-L-D Day 5 - Condors and Guanacos and Pumas Where are our Planet Earth nerds at?! Early in the morning after a hearty breakfast, we’ll hop on our Shuttle for an hour’s drive to meet with a local puma tracking guide. (It’s impossible to say that casually.) Our destination will depend on where the pumas were last spotted, but generally they are found near a nature trail along the border of Lago Sarmiento and Juncos Lagoon. Board the van and get your cameras ready! We’ll alternate between driving and hiking on an easy/moderate trail where guanacos (cute puma food) are found. If we spot a puma (or a family!) we will spend just enough time to take photos without disrupting their routine. We’ll continue to track these spectacular felines while hiking sectors of the park, making our way to Laguna Azul to creep on waterfowl preening and fishing in the wetlands. We will be treated by exceptional views of Torres del Paine in the distance and the ever-changing Patagonia sky. After a dishy picnic lunch, we’ll make our way back to the Serrano sector for our last night’s dinner and rest at the this hotel. Guided Puma Tracking By Van: 4-5 Hours Hiking Distance: 4-5 miles. 300’ gain. 3 hours Accommodation: Hotel Meals: B-L-D Day 6 - Hike to the Base of Las Torres Wave goodbye to our incredible views along the Serrano River! An early morning transfer to the Las Torres sector of the park is where we’ll begin our trek to the iconic Base of Las Torres. Our initial climb follows the Ascencio River into the Ascencio Valley. After about an hour, we’ll stop to observe how the valley’s beauty unfolds with rich beech forests, glaciers and waterfalls. Past this lookout point, we continue uphill and through lush beech forests before ascending a gigantic terminal moraine, which is the ridge formed at a glacier’s end point. Here is where we witness the money shot of the three Towers themselves. We’ll pause at this lookout point 2950’ above sea level, have a rest, take photos and snack like we’ve never snacked before. Our descent is along the same path, taking us back to our Shuttle which will take us onto our next two overnights to a cozy traditional hotel in the Cerro Castillo region. Transfer Time to Las Torres: 2 hrs Transfer Time to Cerro Castillo: 45 mins Hiking: 13 miles. 3,330’ gain. 8-9 hours Accommodation: Estancia Lodging in Cerro Castillo Meals: B-L-D Day 7 - Horseback Riding and Gaucho Culture Today, we will visit a gorgeous Estancia that is actively protecting one of the most biodiverse regions in Patagonia. It is home to puma, the Colocolo cat, Geoffroy’s cat, birds of prey, and a host of other creatures, including armadillos, guanacos, caiquenes, skunks and woodpeckers. We’ll learn more about the Estancia culture through a guided tour as well as the work of the Gauchos as we saddle up for our day’s adventure. We will ride on Criollo horses, a Patagonian breed that is highly adapted to the terrain – AND HIGHLY CUTE. These Criollo are lucky enough to roam wide-open pampas, green southern beech forests and the rugged coastline with a gaucho and our guide. No previous horseback riding experience is needed, but this won’t be a slow pony ride! We will be riding guacha-style past native flora, fauna and an archaeological site. After we give our Criollo a loving snout rub goodbye, we’ll settle in for a sheep shearing demonstration (compete with working dogs!) and enjoy a delicious traditional Patagonian barbeque aka asado at the Estancia. Life is good, mi Amiga. Transfer to Estancia: 45 mins Estancia Tour: 4-5 hours Horseback Riding: 2-3 hours Accommodation: Estancia Lodging in Cerro Castillo Meals: B-L-D *To ride horseback, you must be under 200 pounds Day 8 - Walk the Baguales River Our last day is all about soaking in Patagonia’s magic, one scenic view at a time. After breakfast, we’ll jump aboard the trusty SHE-nanigan Shuttle and cruise past the coastline of Puerto Natales, spotting charming ranches and wildlife along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for ñandus (Darwin’s Rhea), flamingos, skunks, foxes, and grazing sheep dotting the endless landscapes. Then, it’s time to saddle up – on e-bikes! We’ll pedal through Puerto Natales, past Puerto Pratt and Puerto Consuelo, with the sparkling Ultima Esperanza Sound as our sidekick. As we ride along gravel and paved roads, you’ll take in views that will make your heart soar and your legs forget they’re working. Our grand finale? A hike through the prehistoric Milodón Caves, marveling at their rugged beauty and ancient secrets – a perfect way to end an unforgettable adventure! We’ll return to Puerto Natales for the evening. Prepare for an epic, boisterous, super emo farewell dinner. Transfer Time to Baguales: 1.5 hours Transfer Time from Baguales to Puerto Natales: 1.5 hours E-biking: Up to 15 miles on gravel and paved surfaces. Minimal gains. 4-5 hours Hiking: 2-5 miles. 400’ elevation gain. Moderate Accommodation: Hotel, Puerto Natales Meals: B-L-D Day 9 - Goodbyes and Ugly Cries Enjoy one last breakfast together before parting ways. We’ll share heartfelt goodbyes, squeeze in a few extra hugs, and maybe linger a little longer than planned. For anyone leaving today, we’ll provide a final chauffeur in the SHE-nanigan Shuttle to the Puerto Natales airport. You can schedule your departure anytime today. Transfer Time: 10 mins Meals: B Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour manager as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, safety, or other unforeseen incidents. Logistics What to Pack Check out our recommended hiking gear for all trips. You’ll receive a complete packing list in your Travel Guide upon booking; note that trips may require additional specialized items. Arrival Airport City: Puerto Natales, Chile (PNT) Pick Up Location: Airport with transfer to Hotel for those arriving on Day 1. Arrive before 4pm. Meeting Time: 6pm at the Rendezvous Hotel on Day 1. Departure Airport City: Puerto Natales, Chile (PNT) Departure Time: Fly out any time on Day 9. A group transfer to the Airport provided for anyone leaving Day 9. Optional Add-ons: Pre and Post tour rooms at our Rendezvous Hotel in Puerto Natales are available at booking. You will receive a Travel Guide with all the rendezvous hotel, packing, and additional information you’ll need to prepare for your epic trip. We require a minimum of 6 Explorer Chicks for this trip. Please confirm your trip is guaranteed before booking airfare. Activity Level Rated 3 – ACTIVE This trip earns its Active rating thanks to rugged terrain and long hiking days. Trails can be rough and uneven, with weather that loves to throw all four seasons at you in a single day. While we’ll be hiking near sea level (no altitude adjustments needed – hooray!), expect long days on your feet, steep climbs, and some serious leg-burning moments. Training is the key to having an amazing time on this trip! The stronger you are when you arrive, the more fun you’ll have each day. We’ll mix in rest days and varied activities to give your muscles a break, but this is not the kind of trip where you can “wing it.” Showing up prepared will make all the difference, especially on Day 6’s big challenge: the Base of the Towers trek. This beast is 13 miles, 3,330 feet of elevation gain, and 8-9 hours of hiking over steep, rocky terrain. The reward? One of Patagonia’s most jaw-dropping views. Getting there takes endurance, grit, and strong legs, so start training now – future-you will thank you. And just so we’re clear, NO SKIPPING LEG DAY, ladies! And don’t forget your upper body! If you aren’t a regular paddler, you’ll also want to focus on core and shoulder strength. On Day 3, we’ll be kayaking up to 15 miles through flat waters and winding rivers. A strong core and steady arms will turn this into an epic day of paddling past glaciers instead of a struggle against sore muscles. Think of it as your chance to train like a fearless explorer – because, well, you are! Daily Activities: Day 2: Hike. 9 miles. 970′ elevation gain. 5-6 hours. Moderate. Day 3: Kayaking Day. Up to 15 miles kayaking on flat water and then on a river. 6-7 Hours. Moderate. Day 4: French Valley Hike. 10 miles. 1,950′ elevation gain. 8-9 hours. Moderate-Challenging Day 5: Puma Tracking. 4-5 miles. 300′ elevation gain. 3 hours. Easy-Moderate Day 6: Base of Towers Hike. 13 miles. 3,330′ elevation gain. 8-9 hours. Challenging. Day 7: Estancia Tour and Horseback Ride. 2-3 hour horseback ride. Easy-Moderate. Day 8: E-bike ride. Up to 15 miles on gravel and paved surfaces. 4-5 hours. Moderate. | Cave Hike. 2-5 miles. 400’ elevation gain. Moderate Please consider your ability to meet the physical demands very seriously. It is for the safety of both you and our group. All Explorer Chicks will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Physical Demands as part of their waiver upon booking. Read more about our Activity Levels. What's Included Lodging 4 nights in a hotel nestled by the Serrano River. Shared 2 Explorer Chicks per room. Each room offers central heating and a private bathroom. Laundry services and Wi-Fi are available in common areas. 2 nights in an Estancia with Old World charm. Shared, 2 per room. Each cozy room offers central heating, a private bathroom, and Wi-Fi. 2 Nights in a boutique Puerto Natales Hotel. Shared 2 Explorer Chicks per room. Newly remodeled hotel with on-site restaurant. Rooms equipped with private bathrooms, hair dryers, and Wi-Fi. Activities All activities and entrance fees as outlined in the itinerary Gratuities for all excursions Meals All meals as indicated in itinerary: B-8, L-7, D-8 Gratuities for included meals Practical Professional leadership team with a local guide and Explorer Chick Guide Gratuities for local guides Airport transfers A detailed Travel Guide with everything you need to know for your trip The freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! Not Included Airfare Airport transfers before Day 1 Airport transfers after Day 9 Alcoholic beverages Travel Insurance Meals exclusive of itineraries Costs for additional activities Gratuity for your Explorer Chick Guide (read our tipping guidelines here) Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, or other unforeseen incidents. Our 2025 Patagonia trip is confirmed! 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EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required) First Name Last Name Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Send us your Patagonia questions!(Required) In Her Words Jerri V.I would give 10 stars if I could! I just returned from the 4-day Zion & Bryce hiking trip and it was the most amazing experience! The hiking and scenery were beautiful, but what really made this trip special was our amazing guides Hannah and Kayla, and the friendships we made along the way. Our glamping tents were comfortable, the food was great and the activities were well-planned for us. They took care of everything for us so that we could enjoy our time. I can't wait to return for another adventure with Explorer Chick!!Dara D.I had an amazing experience on my first Explorer Chick adventure, 4 days of hiking in Arches and Canyonlands NPs with Moab as our home base. The trip exceeded my expectations. Everything was so well organized and smoothly handled by our two fabulous guides, Jeannie and Keziah. They took care of every detail so we could just soak up every moment, on and off the trails. They spoiled us with surprises, cooked delicious and plentiful meals, and kept communication clear and easy the whole time. Honestly, I don’t know how the trip could’ve been any better. Jeannie and Keziah were the heart and soul of it all, not only making every activity that much more fun and memorable, but also helping a group of mostly strangers quickly feel like old friends.audrie C.Just decompressing from the Zion, Bryce canyon trip. I've read the other reviews and feel like they hit the mark about how amazing this trip is. So I want to go a little deeper down the rabbit hole. Yes, the scenery was epic, no doubt about that. The scheduling was on point. Never rushed, but never felt we were missing out on anything either. But here's the thing. Your guides are the memory makers. Hannah and Kayla. Damn. The attention to detail broke my brain. A casual vase with flowers in the cup holder of the van. Our packed lunches and snacks bagged with our names and sweet drawings. Letting us shout out song requests while driving and playing our songs. A box of snacks at our disposal in the van just for fun. Walking into dinner somewhere and immediately seated no questions asked. They wouldn't let us help clean or prep, ever. We had zero obligations but just to wake up. The way they'd each casually drop back on the trails and chat with each of us individually and let us vent about our lives. The attention to our pace and making sure no one felt overwhelmed. Letting us swear up a storm with zero judgement. They carried (hidden in their packs) a damn watermelon for 5 miles so they could slice it up for us at a scenic stop in Bryce Canyon. They were uniquely themselves but also an extension of each other. Hannah has an authentically peaceful way she moves around the world and you gravitate to her calm. Kayla has this young curious charm about her that feels contagious. They were both serious and vulnerable to us at the same time, still not sure how they did that. Their behind the scenes work to make this trip so smooth is one for the books. They presented us with wonderful personal dinners and every detail was thought out. Sparkling iced tea, charcuterie boards presented on a picnic table that rivaled a nice restaurant. When we had to divert a planned hike because of weather/safety, they were truly disappointed for us. Finally, I've been in a customer service business for 30 years and these are the kind of employees (Hannah and Kayla) that would keep me up at night because I knew my competitors would try to hire them away. They're the front line of your business and your business is in excellent hands. Trying to think of just one piece of constructive criticism but I got nothing. Loved my experience!Gretchen P.Just returned from Maine trip and it was exceptional. Katie and Nicole were wonderful guides. I'm from Maine and took this trip as a "stay-cation" to scratch a few things off my bucket list and let someone else take care of the logistics. I can 100% say this trip covered everything and then some to get the FULL Maine experience. Coming back and reflecting on the trip I love this state I live in so much more. Thanks Explorer Chick!CandiceHave take 2 Explorer Chick trips - in US and Croatia. Amazing group of women, fantastic guides. Would highly recommend. Food, fun, sights, adventures, friendships - these trips have it all.Elaine C.I have just returned home to Florida after enjoying an awesome adventure with Explorer Chick. We hiked the Boots and Roots Tour in The Smoky Mountains with Guides Ashley Butler and Kayla Lamb. Since I am a vegetarian, I was concerned about the food being served as part of the trip - No need to worry - they have thought of everything and the meals were delicious. I was the oldest at 79 but I felt welcomed and encouraged - I honestly can't think of a thing that could have been changed. The trip was very safe, well organized and, most of all, fun. All the gals in the group were warm and interesting and our guides were delightful. Book with Confidence Your wanderlust doesn’t have to wait. Our payment plans make booking your dream trip easier than ever. The best part? Zero additional fees. Payment Plans We want nothing more than for you join us. However, we understand emergencies do occur that may cause you to cancel your reservation. Cancellation Policy To protect your travel investment and your hide, we recommend purchasing travel insurance. Receive a no-hassle, online quote with our trusted insurance partner. 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