About the Port
Torres del Paine National Park rises in Chilean Patagonia, its namesake granite towers piercing the sky above turquoise lakes, sprawling glaciers, and golden pampas. Guanacos roam the grasslands and, more elusively, pumas patrol the wilderness, making the park a haven for wildlife watchers as much as hikers. Trails ranging from gentle walks to demanding treks lead visitors toward the base of the towers or through the striking French Valley, with views that shift constantly under Patagonia's famously changeable skies.
Beyond hiking, the park's waterways invite quieter exploration, with kayaking routes along glacial rivers offering close views of ice faces calving into turquoise water, and the Serrano River drawing anglers in pursuit of trout and salmon. The park lies a significant overland journey from the coast, so calls here typically involve a full day inland. Many itineraries continue overland into Argentina, making this remote corner of Chile a natural gateway to the glacier fields near El Calafate.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Torres del Paine National Park.
Hike to the Towers Base
The park's signature trek climbs through forest and moraine to a glacial lake beneath the three granite spires; the full round trip takes most of a day, so an early start is essential.
Kayak to Grey Glacier
Paddle calm glacial waters toward the fractured blue face of Grey Glacier, watching for calving ice, a quieter alternative to the trails that still delivers dramatic scale.
Spot Wildlife on the Pampas
Scan the golden grasslands for grazing guanaco herds and Andean condors overhead; patient watchers along quieter roads occasionally glimpse the park's elusive pumas.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Torres del Paine National Park
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 22 | $45,650 | |
| Jan 30, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 28 | $69,920 | |
| Jan 30, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 19 | $41,770 | |
| Feb 7, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse II | 19 | $41,770 | |
| Jan 11, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 19 | $38,149 | |
| Feb 20, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 28 | $50,390 | |
| Nov 10, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 19 | $38,100 | |
| Nov 22, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Ikon | 19 | $39,160 | |
| Nov 22, 2028 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Ikon | 28 | $46,645 | |
| Jan 8, 2029 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Ikon | 28 | $49,235 | |
| Jan 10, 2029 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 27 | $49,985 | |
| Feb 22, 2029 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 28 | $47,055 |