Patagonia — even the name stirs a sense of wild wonder.

On this unforgettable women’s adventure through Chile’s legendary Torres del Paine National Park, you’ll journey to one of the most breathtaking corners of the planet. Snowcapped peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and vast windswept pampas set the stage for a week of connection, challenge, and awe. From the moment you arrive in the charming town of Puerto Natales, Patagonia’s magic takes hold — an untamed landscape where nature feels bigger, wilder, and profoundly humbling.

Each day brings a new way to experience this dramatic terrain. Cruise through icy fjords to the Serrano and Balmaceda Glaciers, kayak alongside floating icebergs on Lago Grey, and hike to sweeping viewpoints that frame the park’s iconic granite towers. You’ll ride horseback with local baqueanos across open valleys and lenga forests, tracing ancient routes beneath soaring peaks, and celebrate your journey with a well-earned toast at the end of an epic day. Throughout the week, expert local guides and your Chicas Abroad travel tribe create an atmosphere of empowerment, camaraderie, and joy — adventure done the feminine way.

Your accommodations reflect the spirit of Patagonia itself: comfortable, atmospheric, and deeply connected to the landscape. You’ll stay in iconic in-park hotels like Hotel Lago Grey and Hotel Las Torres, placing you in the heart of Torres del Paine, as well as a scenic waterfront hotel in Puerto Natales overlooking the Ultima Esperanza Fjord. Evenings are spent unwinding with hearty Patagonian cuisine, local wines, and shared stories from the trail — moments that turn fellow travelers into lifelong friends.

This is more than a trip; it’s a fully guided, all-inclusive journey to the edge of the world. With private transportation, expert guides, included excursions, park fees, and gratuities taken care of, all you need to do is show up ready to explore. Patagonia invites you to step beyond the ordinary — to discover your strength, deepen your connections, and experience the expansive freedom that comes from saying yes to adventure.

This trip is designed for women who enjoy being physically active in nature and are comfortable spending multiple days exploring on foot, by kayak, and on horseback — all with expert guides and plenty of support.

Daily activities include guided hikes on established trails, scenic kayaking on glacial lakes, and a full-day hike to Base Las Torres, the most challenging day of the trip. Hiking distances and elevation vary by day, and there is time built in for rest, photo stops, and enjoying the landscape along the way.

You do not need to be an athlete or an experienced mountaineer, but you should feel confident:

• Walking 5–8 miles (8–13 km) in a day on uneven terrain

• Hiking for 4–8 hours with breaks

• Managing moderate elevation gain

• Participating in kayaking and horseback riding activities designed for beginners

All activities are fully guided, with safety briefings, appropriate gear support, and pacing that prioritizes group success over speed. You’ll carry only a light daypack, and private transportation supports you throughout the journey.

This trip will require training beforehand so you can be as comfortable and fit as possible. Reach out to your Chicas Abroad guide if you have any additional questions or concerns. We can suggest ideas on how to train and prepare for this trip. 

March in Chilean Patagonia marks the tail end of summer, bringing crisp, cool weather and stunning autumn colors. Guests can expect daytime temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to mid-60s °F (7–18°C), with cooler mornings and evenings. Conditions can change quickly — sunshine, wind, rain, and even a dusting of snow are all possible in a single day — so layering is key. The famous Patagonian wind often adds drama to the landscape but also keeps the air crystal clear, offering incredible visibility for photography and breathtaking views of the peaks and glaciers.

All the excursions listed in the itinerary are included. Bring cash/credit cards for purchasing souvenirs, additional snacks/meals, alcoholic drinks, extra activities, and other items. You can either order Chilean Pesos from your bank at home or use an ATM on arrival in Puerto Natales, Chile to get some cash. Exchanging USD to Chilean Pesos at the airport or at a bank in Chile is not always easy and doesn't give the best exchange rates.

All gratuities are included with the exception of those for your Chicas Abroad tour leader. Tipping the Chicas Abroad tour leader is optional and not included in the price of your adventure.

Chicas Abroad Tour Leader Tips

● The Chicas Abroad Tour Leader(s) works hard to ensure a seamless adventure for you and tips are optional, but customary. 

● If you have more than one tour leader on your adventure, gratuities may be given to one tour leader and the team will divide the tips. 

● Typical tips $30-40/day

A custom packing list will be emailed out a few months prior to departure.

Your Patagonian journey begins in the welcoming town of Puerto Natales, a picturesque harbor city and the gateway to Torres del Paine. After a warm introduction from your local guides, you’ll sit down to a leisurely lunch before having time to wander the colorful streets, take in views of the Ultima Esperanza Fjord, or settle into one of the town’s cozy cafés.

As evening falls, gather with your fellow travelers for a relaxed welcome dinner — a chance to connect, share stories, and raise a glass to the adventure ahead. This is the first of many moments that set the tone for an unforgettable week exploring one of the most awe-inspiring regions on Earth.

Activity: City Exploring 

Accommodations: Hotel in Puerto Natales

Meals: Lunch & Welcome Dinner

Today you’ll journey deep into Patagonia’s remote fjords on a scenic catamaran cruise to the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers, a route accessible only by water. As you glide through narrow channels framed by lush forests and cascading waterfalls, keep watch for sea lions resting along the rocky shores and Andean condors soaring overhead.

Stepping ashore, you’ll hike to a viewpoint overlooking the ancient ice of Serrano Glacier, feeling the stillness and scale of this pristine landscape up close. The experience continues at a traditional Patagonian estancia, where a hearty local lunch awaits — a warm, welcoming pause amid the wilderness.

Before returning, raise a glass of whiskey chilled with thousand-year-old glacier ice, a simple yet unforgettable ritual that captures the spirit of Patagonia: raw, timeless, and impossibly beautiful.

Accommodation: Hotel in Puerto Natales

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, your Torres del Paine adventure truly begins. After a private transfer into the heart of the park, you’ll arrive at Playa Grey, where your expert guides will outfit you with kayaking gear and walk you through a thorough safety briefing before you take to the water.

Launching at the meeting point of Lago Grey and the Río Grey, you’ll paddle into a dreamlike glacial landscape where towering mountains reflect off the water and icebergs freshly calved from Glacier Grey drift silently past. When conditions allow, you’ll weave your way among these striking ice formations — an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

As the river carries you downstream, the scenery shifts. You’ll glide through a dramatic canyon, navigate a gentle rapid, and feel the quiet thrill of moving deeper into Patagonia’s wild heart. Reaching Grey Bridge, you’ll pause to stretch, take photos, and enjoy a scenic boxed lunch surrounded by vast open landscapes.

Refreshed, the journey continues as the Río Grey meets the turquoise waters flowing from Lago del Toro, before merging with the Río Serrano. The paddle concludes at Pueblo Serrano, where your private transport awaits to bring you to Hotel Lago Grey — your home for the night, perfectly positioned amid Patagonia’s rugged beauty.

This evening, savor a well-earned dinner at the hotel and unwind at your own pace, reflecting on an extraordinary day spent immersed in ice, water, and wilderness.

Accommodations: Hotel Lago Grey

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you’ll check in at the Hotel Lago Grey navigation desk and set off deeper into the heart of Torres del Paine National Park. A scenic 30–45 minute hike leads to a windswept lakeside beach, where you’ll board a catamaran bound for Refugio Grey.

As the boat glides across the water, settle in with a complimentary pisco sour and soak in the ever-changing Patagonian scenery — jagged peaks, wide-open skies, and glacial waters stretching to the horizon. Upon arrival, your private guide will lead you along an out-and-back trail to the second suspension bridge, one of the most iconic viewpoints on the famed W Trek. The path winds through enchanting lenga forest and opens to sweeping vistas that showcase the raw grandeur of the park.

Back at the beach, you’ll reboard the catamaran for a breathtaking finale: a close-up navigation in front of the electric-blue ice walls of Glacier Grey. Watching ancient ice rise from the water is a powerful reminder of Patagonia’s scale and beauty.

After crossing back over the lake, you’ll walk along the shoreline to Hotel Lago Grey, where dinner is included. The rest of the evening is yours to relax, reflect, and savor another unforgettable day in Patagonia.

Accommodations: Hotel Lago Grey

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

This morning, you’ll say goodbye to Lago Grey and continue your hiking journey deeper into Torres del Paine National Park. A scenic 45-minute drive brings you to the trailhead for Mirador Cóndor, one of the park’s most rewarding viewpoints. The hike is short but invigorating, with a steady, sometimes windy ascent that quickly pays off with sweeping panoramas of jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, and the vast Patagonian landscape stretching in every direction.

After descending back to the trailhead, it’s time for lunch at a truly iconic location. Crossing a bridge suspended over striking blue waters, you’ll arrive at Hostería Pehoé, one of the most photographed spots in the park. Enjoy local cuisine while taking in postcard-perfect views — a moment to slow down and savor the setting.

In the afternoon, the adventure continues with a gentle hike to Mirador Cuernos. The trail passes the thundering waters of Salto Grande before reaching the shores of Lago Nordenskjöld, where the legendary Cuernos del Paine rise dramatically across the lake, their granite spires glowing in shifting light.

The day concludes with a final transfer to Hotel Las Torres, where a well-earned dinner awaits. Settle in for the evening, surrounded by the peaks that define this unforgettable landscape.

Accommodations: Wilderness Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the grand finale of your time in Torres del Paine — an unforgettable day as you take on the park’s most iconic trek to Mirador Base Las Torres. The adventure begins right at Hotel Las Torres’ private stables, where you’ll meet the Patagonian horses and learn about their role in this rugged landscape before saddling up for a scenic horseback ride.

Riding across open valleys and along mountain trails, you’ll make your way to Refugio Chileno, where the equestrian portion of the journey ends and the hiking adventure begins. From here, you’ll tackle the final three-mile ascent to the famed viewpoint — a steep and challenging stretch that rewards perseverance with one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Patagonia.

At the shoreline of the glacial lake beneath the towering granite spires of the Torres, you’ll pause to take it all in. Enjoy your boxed lunch, celebrate the accomplishment, and soak up a moment that few ever forget — the culmination of days spent exploring one of the world’s most dramatic landscapes.

The return follows the same route back to Refugio Chileno, where your horses await to carry you back to the hotel. This evening, gather for a celebratory farewell dinner, sharing stories, laughter, and well-earned pride before transferring to Puerto Natales for your final night in Patagonia.

Accommodation: Hotel in Puerto Natales

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

After one final breakfast together, enjoy a quiet moment in Puerto Natales, taking in the stillness of the fjord and the memories of an extraordinary week. As you transfer to the airport, you’ll carry home far more than photos — new friendships, shared triumphs, and the unmistakable spirit of Patagonia that lingers long after the journey ends.

Meals: Breakfast