Hiking · CHILE
Good chile hiking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
Review of the 22 km Base of the Towers hike from Puerto Natales, with practical advice on fitness, weather, guides, costs, and what to pack.
“A great trip with three very attentive guides. They made sure everyone was happy, knew what to expect next and didn’t put pressure on anyone for time. Fab day, would highly recommend.”
Hike 8 km through Cajón del Maipo from Santiago, with Andes views, San José Volcano, lunch, wine, and expert guides.
“Amazing Day Trip. Excellent Information and Pace. Beautiful and Breathtaking sites!”
Review of the Base of the Towers trek from Puerto Natales, including route, difficulty, guides, costs, weather, transport, and practical hiking advice.
“Better planning from organisers to ensure we could have seen Torres Del Paine”
Review of the Base Torres trek from Puerto Natales, with route details, difficulty, guides, price, transport, weather advice, and packing tips.
“I had an excellent trip out with Margo, Alan (guides) & Chris (driver). Everything ran like clockwork, there was plenty of breaks and instructions were clear! Alan and Margo were full of information about the area and were happy to answer any other questions you had! Would definitely use again! Thanks!”
Review of Valle de Elqui stargazing hike: sunset, Andean astronomy, sound therapy, snacks, private transport, price, and practical tips.
“Loreto is absolutely passionate about creating an experience that you will never forget. Fantastic and highly recommend her tour!”
Trek through Puritama Canyon, soak in Andean hot springs, and enjoy a simple half-day outing from San Pedro for $49.
“Javier made this tour really comfortable for every age. I was there with my mom, she’s not used to trekking tours so Javier helped here navigating save by taking her at his side. There were also other older people and it was pretty sweet and a kind of familiar feeling that everybody was looking after each other. So, it is a pretty nice walk! You will have to go trough Pampas Gras to get to the hot springs - there are more like swimming pools than a bubble bath in winter times. Perfect refreshing after Atacama Days. If you want to get close to the nature in this oasis, you…”
Review of the Torres del Paine full-day trek from Puerto Natales, covering the route, difficulty, guides, cost, timing, and practical tips.
“Javiera was an excellent guide, she made the hike interesting and fun. A small group worked together to get to the top. Don’t pass on this great adventure.”
Review of Puerto Natales’ private Cerro Benitez hike, with condor sightings, Lake Sofia views, flexible pacing, and practical booking advice.
“Fantastic hike - Bernardo was great to talk to and was a great guide. Super friendly and helpful and great local recommendations as well!”
Rappel through waterfalls, trek desert canyons, and learn about Atacama culture on a six-hour small-group adventure from San Pedro.
“We went canyoning with Gary and Sebastian as our guides. Both were friendly and made us feel very safe for what was my first time canyoning. Sebastian was very knowledgeable on the indigenous culture and plant life. It was a fun and adventurous day!”
Climb Chile’s active Láscar Volcano from San Pedro, with Andean views, fumaroles, a salt-ringed lagoon, and expert guides.
“Expérience incroyable ! Nous étions accompagnés de Gary et Freddy, deux guides professionnels, à l’écoute des besoins et des difficultés. Ils nous ont accompagné durant toute l’ascension. Je recommande vraiment cette activité et encore merci à vous !”
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