South of the Chilean Lake District the land mass begins to break up to form an archipelago of islands interspersed with glacial fjords and waterways that are only accessible by boat or catamaran. Here amid temperate rainforests it is possible to enjoy trekking or kayaking before unwinding with a massage and a fine meal. Condor, Grey Eagle and guanaco live among the formidable landscapes and imposing wilderness of Torres del Paine National Park. Here the deep azure lakes, waterfalls, glaciers and granite ‘Towers’ makes up some of the most spectacular scenery in South America while nearby Punta Arenas, with its faded, grandiose mansions, is the departure point for flights and cruises to the wilds of Tierra del Fuego and Antarctica.
Recommended accommodation
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Explora Patagonia
Explora Patagonia is far more than just a hotel. Explora delights in combining exhilarating human experience and exploration of the frontier with respect for the grandeur of the nature that surrounds them.
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Termas De Puyuhuapi
Located on the shores of Dorito Bay, Puyuhuapi Lodge and Spa is well hidden deep in the native forests of southern Chile.
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The Cliffs Preserve
The Cliffs Preserve is located in the midst of two converging ecosystems, the Pacific Marine and the Temperate Rainforest. This provides an incredibly rich and diverse profusion of life and biological activity.
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Quincho
An exclusive country home surround by a 4 hectare garden of lawns and woodland. Quincho country house is a unique hotel with impressive views.
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Skorpios cruises
The cruise takes you through spectacular channels and archipelagos, where an exuberant nature stands out in all its splendor and man's presence is barely perceptible.
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Nomads of the seas cruises
Nomads of the Seas, is based on a state-of-the-art expedition cruise, the Atmosphere. It offers its guests the unique opportunity of exploring Patagonia by air, land and water.
Sample itinerary
DAYS 1 - 2 Santiago
Arrive to Santiago de Chile & overnight. Explore this cosmopolitan city at leisure.
DAYS 3 - 6 Atacama
Fly two hours north to Calama.Travel to the Hotel Explora at San Pedro de Atacama & watch the sunset above the Moon Valley with drinks & dinner.Three days of activities at the Explora Hotel include privately guided visits to the Tatio Geysers, mountain thermal springs & high altitude Andean salt lakes.
DAYS 7 - 10 Santiago/Torres del Paine
Fly to Santiago & overnight before flying south to Punta Arenas.Transfer to Hotel Explora for four nights. Enjoy three full days of guided activities within the Torres del Paine National Park including treks up to the famous Paine Towers & a gentle walk to the glacier face at Lake Grey.
DAYS 11 - 12 Santiago Vineyards
Fly north to Santiago & transfer to the vineyards, stay at the Casa Real located on the Santa Rita Vineyards for two nights.
DAY 13
Fly home from Santiago.
Prices start from £3,850 excluding flights.
Please call us for a bespoke itinerary and quotation.
