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Patagonia
At World's End
To travel from the granite cathedrals of Torres del Paine to the icy kingdoms of Los Glaciares is to traverse a landscape where the earth still breathes in primal, jagged gasps. It is a journey dictated by the "Roaring Forties" winds, leading you from the emerald lagoons and obsidian horns of Chile — where guanacos roam beneath pillars of pale stone — across the invisible border into the thunderous heart of Argentine Santa Cruz. Here, the silence of the steppe is shattered only by the visceral, white-blue crack of the Perito Moreno Glacier calving into the milky depths of Lago Argentino, or the golden light of dawn igniting the serrated skyline of Mount Fitz Roy. Between these two giants lies a vast, raw wilderness that humbles the soul, offering a rare glimpse into a world where nature remains unapologetically wild, beautifully desolate, and hauntingly eternal.
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Highlights
Accommodations
Stay in remote lodges that master the art of "luxury at the end of the world," yet interpreting the rugged spirit of the region through distinct architectural lenses and a bespoke, carbon-neutral "home away from home" concept allowing for a completely unscheduled immersion into the wild.
Experiences
Adventures here are defined by a sense of rugged autonomy and secret discovery; whether it is the thrill of tracking a tawny puma through the private lenga forests or enjoying a gourmet picnic at the foot of the granite towers. A sojourn that feels less like an expedition and more like a profound, soul-stirring retreat into the absolute silence of the wind.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Santiago / Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine
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An early rise to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for your domestic flight to Puerto Natales. On arrival, a 2.5hrs drive ensues as we embark on a scenic and dramatic drive entering into the domains of the incredible Torres del Paine National Park. Lunch will be prepared for you as you settle down into the spectacular surroundings.
Situated in a private reserve overlooking Torres del Paine National Park, the Awasi Patagonia has just 14 villas and a main lodge. Each villa is assigned with a private guide and 4WD so guests can explore at their own pace, visiting where they want, when they want. Inspired by old Patagonian shelters and ranching outposts, the villas are positioned in such a way as to ensure the utmost privacy and also offer the best views of the forest, Lake Sarmiento, the pampas and Torres del Paine.
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DAY 2 - 4: Torres del Paine
Over the next 3 days, the true luxury experience at Awasi Patagonia unfolds in all sense of the word. No routes, no menu, no fixed itinerary, no schedules. Your private guide will be your
companion throughout your adventures and discovery with a 4WD vehicle at complete disposal, with all activities, food and beverage included and where you decide how your Patagonian
adventure should be. Wildlife viewing comes in the form of wild foxes, horses, sheep and the elusive puma. Get on a horse trek and soak in the high definition spectacle of Torres del Paine.
Enjoy hikes to an assortment of landscapes. Witness the starry-night sky and constellations where you want and how you want. This is the cinematic effect brought to life – that full digital detox
away from it all.
Remarks:
Excursions can be carried out with a greater or lesser degree of physical exertion, depending on your conditions and wishes. Excursions are either a half day activity (4 – 6 hours) or a full day
activity (6 – 10 hours). The excursion manager and private guide can discuss with you the best excursion alternatives tailored to your interests, fitness levels and preferences.
DAY 5: Torres del Paine / Cerro Castillo / El Calafate
An emotional farewell is expected as we leave the Torres del Paine behind for a drive to the border town of Cerro Castillo, where we complete formalities, eventually entering into
Argentina. A 3hrs drive ensues to El Calafate. On the scenic journey, we will witness ragged peaks, dramatic terrain and the occasional gauchos tending to their sheep.
We arrive to the grounds of EOLO - Patagonia's Spirit, a magical lodge built on the land where the first creole and European immigrants of the area initially set foot, set in 10,000 acres of expansive land halfway between El Calafate and Los Glaciares National Park. Inspired in the historic estancias of the area, the entire hotel - from its furniture to its dishware - combines the simple structure of the creole houses with hints of the area's original people and vanguard aspects of modern architecture.
DAY 6: El Calafate (Excursion of Los Glaciares National Park
Awake this morning as we set off and prepare for a jaw-dropping day experiencing the incredible glaciers of Patagonia in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Los Glaciares National Park, offering a magnificent combination of forest, lakes, mountains, ice and steppes with over 200 glaciers.
This morning, we transfer to La Soledad Port embarking on the Maria Turquesa cruise. The voyage commences in a northeasterly direction, passing Punta Avellaneda and Boca del Diablo, which at 800m wide, form the narrowest part of the lake. After sailing for 2 hours, we will get close to the spectacular Upsala Glacier, almost a stone's throw. The cruise then continues south on Lake Argentino and eventually to the Spegazzini Glacier whose walls tower up to 135m above the lake. As the day continues, we sail on to Puesto de las Vacas, an extremely calm bay in the Spegazzini Channel, where we disembark to stretch our legs on a very beautiful and interesting stroll, during which, among other activities, we visit an old pioneer outpost. Finally, navigating along the Tempanos Channel, we arrive to the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier’s northern face, enjoying the spectacular views of this famous glacier. Returning back to La Soledad Port in the evening, disembark and return to EOLO - Patagonia's Spirit.
DAY 7: El Calafate
We have another day to soak in the enchanting landscapes at EOLO - Patagonia's Spirit. Many activities of differentiated physical levels are there for you to indulge. From horseback safaris through the Patagonian steppes to hiking trails to get closer to the glaciers. The day is yours to breathe and feel the land.
DAY 8: El Calafate / El Chalten
This morning, we leave El Calafate for a remarkably scenic 4hrs drive north to El Chalten passing by estancias tucked in vast areas of the Patagonian pampas, against the backdrop of the Andes where time no longer matters and soon, we find ourselves driving along the banks of Lake Viedma where we may make occasional stops to admire the beauty of one of the largest glacially-formed lakes formed by the Viedma glaciers, spanning nearly 270,000 acres and home to a variety of birds such as
flamingos, eagles, condors and endangered mammals such as gray foxes, armadillos, red dwarfed dears and more.
Traversing almost the entirety of the lake, we drift inland, revealing the steep peaks of Mount Fitzroy in the distance and arriving at the Explora El Chalten – our home for the next 3 nights. With views to the Electric Valley and the Marconi Glacier, Explora El Chalten is nestled in the Los Huemules Reserve to the north of El Chalten bordering Los Glaciares National Park. This will be our base from which we enter into a world of infinite discovery of one of the last untamed wilderness in the world.
DAY 9 & 10: El Chalten
Over the next 2 days, on your fully-inclusive experience at Explora El Chalten, you have the opportunity to create your own magic from easy to advance level hikes, overland driving
expeditions or even mountain climbing, there is serendipity to be found in every possible manner. Enjoy the spa at Explora El Chalten, built for disconnection and immersion in nature with amazing views of the nirre forest.
DAY 11: El Chalten / Departure El Calafate
After breakfast, we depart Explora El Chalten on a 4 hours' drive to El Calafate Airport for your domestic flight to Buenos Aires or continue your adventure southwards to Ushuaia for your Antarctic expedition cruise.
Featured Hotels
Awasi Patagonia
Only 14 stand-alone villas with a direct view of Torres del Paine. Awasi Patagonia is located in a private reserve with impressive views of the Torres del Paine mountain range and Lake Sarmiento. A dense native forest of lenga and ñirre trees shelters the lodge from the region’s strong Patagonian winds. The native fauna thrives undisturbed, with frequent sightings of guanacos, ñandus, foxes, condors, and if you are lucky, pumas.
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Explora El Chalten
With a privileged location in the 14,000-acre Los Huemules Conservation Reserve, our Patagonia lodge borders Los Glaciares National Park and boasts a one-of-a-kind setting with unique access to the region’s best adventures. At Explora El Chaltén, discover a welcoming refuge with a contemporary design, rooms with front-row views of the glistening Marconi Glacier and Eléctrico Valley, and an ideal base in the hiking capital of Argentina for launching myriad Explorations from glacial lagoon treks to high-mountain ascents.