
Chile Patagonia and Penguins Adventure
Penguins, granite towers and glaciers! Oh my! This 9-day adventure to Patagonia offers an easy-paced yet deeply rewarding exploration of Chilean Patagonia, including Torres del Paine, Grey Glacier, Pehoe Lake, as well as ice fields and sub-polar forests, with time to savor local drinks mixed with glacier ice!
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Group Size
-
Max Altitude
N/A
Difficulty
Moderate
Trip Begins / Ends
Santiago / Santiago, Chile
Overview
This 9-day adventure to Patagonia offers an easy-paced yet deeply rewarding exploration of Chilean Patagonia. Beginning with a warm welcome and short city tour in Santiago, you’ll fly south to Punta Arenas for a gentle introduction to life at the edge of the continent. Highlights include an unforgettable boat trip across the Strait of Magellan to visit the massive Magellanic penguin colony on Magdalena Island (with possible sightings of sea lions, dolphins, and whales), followed by scenic drives through dramatic landscapes to Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine National Park. Inside the park, you’ll enjoy relaxed road trips with short, flat hikes to stunning viewpoints such as the turquoise Pehoé Lake and Salto Grande waterfall, the iconic granite Torres del Paine towers from the peaceful Laguna Azul, and a breathtaking catamaran navigation to the towering ice wall of Grey Glacier, where you may witness dramatic ice falls. Additional memorable stops include the historic Milodón Cave and possible wildlife encounters with guanacos, birds, and even eagles and condors. Throughout the trip, knowledgeable local guides ensure a safe, authentic, and meaningful experience in one of the world’s most spectacular regions. OPTIONAL 3 or 4 Day Easter Island Extension
Trip Highlights
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Santiago, Chile / Cultural & Scenic City Tour
Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Santiago
Arrive Santiago, Chile / Cultural & Scenic City Tour
Day 2Fly from Santiago to Punta Arenas / Boat Trip to Magdalena Isla Penguin Colony
Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: 3* Boutique Hotel in Punta Arenas
Fly from Santiago to Punta Arenas / Boat Trip to Magdalena Isla Penguin Colony
Day 3Scenic Route to Puerto Natales - Museum Puerto Bories - Milodon Cave
Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Puerto Natales or option to upgrade to accommodations closer to Torres del Paine National Park if available
Scenic Route to Puerto Natales - Museum Puerto Bories - Milodon Cave
Day 4Torres del Paine National Park - Blue Lagoon and 3 Granite Towers - Laguna Amarga Park
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Puerto Natales or option to upgrade to accommodations closer to Torres del Paine National Park if available
Torres del Paine National Park - Blue Lagoon and 3 Granite Towers - Laguna Amarga Park
Day 5Navigation by boat to Serrano and Balmaceda Glaciers in O'Higgins National Park
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Puerto Natales or option to upgrade to accommodations closer to Torres del Paine National Park if available
Navigation by boat to Serrano and Balmaceda Glaciers in O'Higgins National Park
Day 6 Pehoe Lake + Skottsberg Hike (easy to moderate)
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Puerto Natales or option to upgrade to accommodations closer to Torres del Paine National Park if available
Pehoe Lake + Skottsberg Hike (easy to moderate)
Day 7Grey Lake Beach Walk & Grey Glacier Navigation
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Puerto Natales or option to upgrade to accommodations closer to Torres del Paine National Park if available
Grey Lake Beach Walk & Grey Glacier Navigation
Day 8Fly From Puerto Natales (or Punta Arenas) - Santiago
Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: 3* Hotel in Santiago
Fly From Puerto Natales (or Punta Arenas) - Santiago
Day 9Depart Santiago
Depart Santiago
What's Included
What's Included
Visit the largest Penguin colony in Chile
Roundtrip flights between Santiago and Punta Arenas (or Puerto Natales depending on season)
Airport transfer on arrival in Santiago, Chile
Expert English-speaking tour guide
All ground transportation for all scheduled activities
Entry fees to everything listed except where noted
Not Included
Not Included
International flights to Santiago, Chile
Lunches / dinners / drinking water (except where noted B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
Gratuities at your discretion
Travel Insurance Mandatory coverage for all ground and Chile domestic flights. SQUAREMOUTH (or use your own provider)
Alcoholic beverages
Sturdy shoes and warm clothing
Day packs with rain covers
Excess luggage fees (1 purse + 1 carryon 10lb + 1 checked bag max 23 kg allowed)
- Travel insurance. Visit our Travel Forms for a free Squaremouth quote, or choose your own provider.
Notes
30% deposit and copy of passport required at time of booking. (Passport must not expire within 6 months of your travel dates) Itinerary subject to change. Suitable for most travelers age 10 and over. Allow 1 additional travel day to fly to Santiago Chile, and 1 added day to arrive home. Easter Island Extension can be added on at the end or before the trip to Patagonia. Dining in Patagonia region may be limited to hotel restaurants due to isolation. That's just the way it is.
Pricing
Starting from
$4,392
per person
Standard Option
9 . 8- From
- $4,392
- Single supplement
- $1,100
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