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Torres del Paine

At the edge of the world, where the Andes meet Patagonia, stand three granite towers — Torres del Paine. They rise from a glacial lake like dragon's teeth, and their sight silences anyone who reaches them. Torres del Paine National Park is the quintessence of wild nature: glaciers, lakes of impossible colors, pampas populated by guanacos, and silence you won't hear anywhere else.

Three Towers and Beyond

The Torres (towers) are three granite peaks roughly 2,500-2,800 meters high, but the park is much more. Cuernos del Paine ("horns") are black peaks with white snow caps. Grey Glacier is part ...

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 2, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum2 hours
Recommended5 hours
Maximum9 hours

Entrance Fee

Adult
44,500 CLP~44,500 $
Child
11,000 CLP~11,000 $

Foreigners 44500 CLP (~$45) for 4-11 days. 3 days 33000 CLP. Online only at pasesparques.cl! Webpay payment in CLP

Best Time to Visit

October to April for hiking season. December-February peak with longest days but most crowded. November and March offer good weather with fewer crowds. Winter (May-September) trails mostly closed due to snow.

Crowd Level

High — many people
Official Website

How to Get There

Fly to Punta Arenas (Chile) or El Calafate (Argentina). Bus from Puerto Natales (2.5 hours) to park entrance. Buses run frequently in season. Rental cars available. Park tickets must be purchased online at pasesparques.cl before arrival.

Best Photo Spot

Base Las Torres at sunrise for iconic towers view. Mirador Cuernos. Grey Glacier lookout. Lago Pehoé with Cuernos backdrop. French Valley.

When to Visit

Best Time

NovDecJanFebMar

Good Time

OctApr

Avoid

MayJunJulAugSep

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Not available
Charging
No outlets
Mobile signal
Poor

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 2, 2026
Monday08:30 — 18:00
Tuesday08:30 — 18:00
Wednesday08:30 — 18:00
Thursday08:30 — 18:00
Friday08:30 — 18:00
Saturday08:30 — 18:00
Sunday08:30 — 18:00
Note

Daily 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Tickets via pasesparques.cl in advance (min 1 day). Season October-April. December-February - up to 17 hours daylight. W-trek and O-trek require reservations.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Not accessible
Audio Guide
Not available
Staff Assistance
Not available

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Yes, absolutely essential for W Trek and O Circuit. Book 3-6 months ahead for peak season (December-February). Separate bookings required for each site.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Torres del Paine

Entry fee $34 USD (2-3 days) or $48 USD (5 days). Buy tickets online only at pasesparques.cl. W Trek requires camping/refugio reservations 3+ months ahead in peak season. Bring passport and PDI tourist card. Weather changes rapidly - pack layers. Book accommodation in Puerto Natales as park base.

Fly to Punta Arenas (Chile) or El Calafate (Argentina). Bus from Puerto Natales (2.5 hours) to park entrance. Buses run frequently in season. Rental cars available. Park tickets must be purchased online at pasesparques.cl before arrival.

Base Las Torres at sunrise for iconic towers view. Mirador Cuernos. Grey Glacier lookout. Lago Pehoé with Cuernos backdrop. French Valley.

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