Puerto Natales holidays: enjoy the adventure
Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us on an unforgettable journey through Puerto Natales, the gateway to Chilean Patagonia's most spectacular natural wonders. This charming port town on the edge of the world serves as the base for exploring Torres del Paine National Park, one of the planet's most breathtaking wilderness areas. Our expertly curated tours immerse you in this captivating destination, with opportunities to witness the iconic granite towers of Torres del Paine, cruise among turquoise glaciers at Grey Lake, spot guanacos and condors in pristine wilderness, and explore the dramatic landscapes of fjords, mountains, and endless Patagonian steppe. Experience world-class trekking, visit the stunning Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, and discover why this remote corner of South America captivates adventurers from around the globe. A range of activities are available suited to every traveler, from challenging treks and glacier boat tours to wildlife viewing, scenic drives, and cultural experiences. Guide services, when available, can be added as optional enhancements to your package. Torres del Paine, Grey Glacier and Grey Lake, and Cuernos del Paine are all within easy reach. Our experienced guides will lead you through each destination, sharing their passion for Puerto Natales's most incredible heritage. We offer a range of activities suited to every traveler, from cultural exploration and lakeside leisure to mountain adventures and heritage visits.
We offer a range of accommodationoptions in Puerto Natales to suit your preferences and budget. Hotel selection, amenities, and specific features depend on your chosen package and booking preferences. For detailed information about specific properties, facilities, and services available during your stay, please contact us to customize your accommodation based on your requirements. Join us on a journey of discovery and exploration through one of the world's most dramatic and pristine wilderness destinations.
What's Included & Optional Add-ons
To help you plan your trip, here's what's included in your base package and the optional add-ons available to enhance your experience.
Included in Base Package:
- Return flights from UK airports (London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
- 5 nights accommodation in selected hotels
Optional Add-ons to Enhance Your Experience:
- Airport transfers between Punta Arenas Airport and Puerto Natales (3-hour scenic drive)
- Board basis options: Room Only, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
- Torres del Paine National Park full-day tour
- Grey Glacier boat cruise on Grey Lake
- Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers boat excursion
- Base Torres hiking day trek
- Cueva del Milodon (Giant Sloth Cave) visit
- Wildlife safari in Torres del Paine
- Kayaking on Last Hope Sound
- W Trek multi-day guided hiking (3-5 days)
- Estancia (ranch) experience with traditional asado
- Punta Arenas and Magdalena Island penguin colony day trip
- Ice hiking on Grey Glacier
- Horseback riding through Patagonian steppe
- Mountain biking in Torres del Paine
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
Puerto Natales holidays: day-by-day itinerary
This comprehensive itinerary is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences in Puerto Natales.
Arrive at Punta Arenas Airport and enjoy the scenic 3-hour transfer to Puerto Natales through vast Patagonian landscapes. After settling in at your hotel, explore the charming waterfront town with its colorful corrugated iron houses and views across Last Hope Sound. Visit the historical museum to learn about early settlers and indigenous peoples. Enjoy dinner featuring Patagonian lamb at a local restaurant and rest before your adventures begin.
Embark on a full-day excursion into Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Visit the stunning viewpoints including Nordenskjold Lake with its brilliant turquoise waters, Salto Grande waterfall, and Grey Lake with floating icebergs from the glacier. Spot wildlife including guanacos, foxes, condors, and if lucky, pumas. Marvel at the dramatic Cuernos del Paine (Horns of Paine) granite peaks. Experience the raw beauty of Patagonian wilderness with ever-changing weather creating dramatic skies.
Take a boat cruise across Grey Lake to get up close to the massive Grey Glacier, part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Watch enormous ice walls calving into the turquoise water while navigating among floating icebergs of brilliant blue. The glacier stretches over 6 kilometers wide and rises 30 meters above the water. Optional ice hiking on the glacier with crampons for the adventurous. Return through the park spotting more wildlife and stopping at scenic viewpoints.
Cruise through the fjords of Last Hope Sound to visit the twin Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers. The scenic boat journey passes dramatic cliff faces where cormorants nest and sea lions bask on rocks. Disembark to hike through native Magellanic forest to viewpoints of the stunning blue-white Serrano Glacier. Enjoy a traditional Patagonian asado (BBQ) lunch at an estancia. Watch for dolphins, sea birds, and condors during the journey through pristine Patagonian waterways.
Visit the impressive Cueva del Milodon (Giant Sloth Cave), a massive natural cave where remains of the prehistoric giant ground sloth were discovered in 1895. Explore the 30-meter-high cavern and see a life-size replica of the extinct creature. Learn about ancient Patagonian fauna and early human inhabitants. Return to Puerto Natales for last-minute shopping for Patagonian crafts and wool products before transfer to Punta Arenas for your departure flight.
