PATAGONIA Magic - The “W” Trek
November 9-17, 2024 AND
November 23-December 1, 2024
Travel Light is taking two groups to Patagonia in November. The itineraries are identical. Choose your dates on the checkout page.
Join us for an epic adventure to a remote and absolutely stunning part of the world - Patagonia.
Our trip starts in Puerto Natales, Chile, a quaint fishing village and the trekking hub for Torres del Paine National Park.
On our first day together we jump right into Patagonian culture by taking a ferry through a fjord to an “estancia.” Spend the day bonding with the group while learning how this authentic ranch has operated for six generations. Pick your choice of horseback riding or trekking followed by a traditional lamb BBQ lunch.
Next we will prepare for our “W” Trek! This is truly one of the world’s greatest trekking experiences. On our first day in the national park we will go ice trekking on Glacier Gray, a truly spectacular experience. Our "W" continues as we cheer each other on while hiking 50 miles over 5 days through jaw-dropping landscapes. We spend each evening in cozy mountain lodges enjoying home-cooked meals and living our best adult summer camp lives. Our trek concludes with a sunrise hike to the famous Towers and what is sure to be one of the proudest moments of your life.
Celebrate with the group one last time before heading home with new friends and a lifetime of beautiful memories from Patagonia.
This trip is right for you if:
- You are craving more adventure and connection in your life
- You enjoy hiking and want to experience THE BEST trek in South America with a fantastic group of people AND an expert local guide
- You want to see the world and don’t want to spend countless hours planning
- You have a positive attitude and are flexible
- You have a passport that is valid until at least 6 months after the trip or you plan to get it renewed before our departure
- You are in good physical shape and can hike for 4-8 hours/day
*If you have any doubts, connect with us to discuss if this trip is a good fit
Itinerary Week 1:
- November 9 - Meet the group in Puerto Natales, welcome dinner
- November 10 - Visit a traditional Patagonian ranch to see how people have lived in this region for centuries
- November 11- “W” Trek Prep in Puerto Natales - rent gear, explore town, shop for souvenirs
- November 12 - The start of our W Trek! Ferry through glacial fjords, arrive at Rifugio Grey, hike to the hanging bridges, 7 miles
- November 13 - W Trek - Ice Hiking on Glacier Gray! Hike to Paine Grande, 7 miles
- November 14 - W Trek - Admire the famous Britanico Lookout, hike to Los Cuernos, 15 miles
- November 15 - W Trek - Hike to Chileno, camping for the evening, 7 miles
- November 16 - W Trek - sunrise trek to the Towers, return to Puerto Natales, 10 miles
- November 17 - Return flights home
Itinerary Week 2:
- November 23 - Meet the group in Puerto Natales, welcome dinner
- November 24 - Visit a traditional Patagonian ranch to see how people have lived in this region for centuries
- November 25- “W” Trek Prep in Puerto Natales - rent gear, explore town, shop for souvenirs
- November 26 - The start of our W Trek! Ferry through glacial fjords, arrive at Rifugio Grey, hike to the hanging bridges, 7 miles
- November 27 - W Trek - Ice Hiking on Glacier Gray! Hike to Paine Grande, 7 miles
- November 28 - W Trek - Admire the famous Britanico Lookout, hike to Los Cuernos, 15 miles
- November 29 - W Trek - Hike to Chileno, camping for the evening, 7 miles
- November 30 - W Trek - sunrise trek to the Towers, return to Puerto Natales, 10 miles
- December 1 - Return flights home
Cost:
$4,497 ($500 deposit due upon booking)
- Payment plan available! Click "BOOK NOW" for details
What is included?
- Pre-trip guidance on booking flights, what to pack, training, etc.
- All accommodation, double occupancy
- All meals starting with dinner on November 9 to breakfast on November 17 with the exception of lunch on November 11th
- One local expert trekking guide
- All transportation and national park entry tickets
- Estancia day trip
- Ice Hiking on Glacier Gray
What is not included?
- Round-trip flights
- Bus from Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales
- Snacks and alcoholic beverages
- Lunch on November 11th
- Tip for our local trekking guide
- Travel Insurance (this is required)
International Travel Information
- You will need to arrive in Puerto Natales, Chile on November 9th, 2024 or November 23rd, 2024 (this likely means that you will need to leave home on November 8th or November 22nd)
- Option 1: Fly into Punta Arenas (PUQ) and take a 3 hour bus to Puerto Natales (most common)
- Option 2: Fly directly into Puerto Natales (PNT, smaller airport with less frequent flights)
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required. Below are a few options we have used in the past. Make sure to do your own research to pick the best option for you!
- Safety Wing: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=Travellight&utm_source=Travellight&utm_medium=Ambassador
- World Nomads: https://www.worldnomads.com/usa/travel-insurance
- Battleface: https://www.battleface.com/en-us/
- A note about CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance: You must insure your full trip cost, purchase the plan more than 10 days before departure date, purchase within 15 days of initial trip deposit, and cancel more than 48 hours before your scheduled departure date
Cancellation Policy:
- Deposit ($500 per person) is not refundable in any situation
- After the full payment is made, trip balance (not including non-refundable deposit and any non-refundable payments made to suppliers) may be refunded in full only if trip is sold out and a new and previously unregistered participant books your canceled spot and pays in full.
