Base Trekking Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas

About this tour

Base Torres is one of the most visited trails in Torres del Paine National Park, because it´s part of one of the W circuit trails, and the main attraction is the viewpoint of the towers. To get to this lookout, you need to do a trekking of 4 hours one way and 4 hours return. The trail starts from Wellcome center in Las Torres estancia. You walk along the Almirante Nieto mountain and along the Ascencio River. On the route there is a contrast of Patagonian steppe and native forest. The final ascent is through a 1km moraine to reach the viewpoint at the base of the towers, an amphitheater with an impressive view.

You also have this alternative:
Torres del Paine and Grey Glacier Navigation

Recommendations for this Tour

• Carry food from Puerto Natales.
• Buy your ticket in advance at www.pasesparques.cl 
• Otherwise, have cash to purchase them (Chilean pesos).
• Consider trekking shoes (ideally high top).
• Carry cell phones and cameras, fully charged.
• Drone use is not allowed inside the Park!