Southern Patagonia Trekking Adventure: Torres del Paine & Fitz Roy

      Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Chile

      JA
      JUMP Adventures
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      Oct 27 - Nov 5, 2018
      Group size: 6 - 12
      Southern Patagonia Trekking Adventure: Torres del Paine & Fitz Roy
      Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Chile

      JUMP Adventures
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      48 reviews

      Oct 27 - Nov 5, 2018
      Group size: 6 - 12

      About this trip

      When you think of Patagonia, THIS is the Patagonia you imagine. THIS is the ultimate bucket list trip.


      Hike the famous W Circuit in Torres del Paine National Park (Chile), trek on Perito Moreno, the most impressive glacier in Patagonia (Argentina), and hike to the iconic Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre in El Chaltén. 

      W Circuit Torres del Paine National Park

      The W Circuit is the most popular hike through the famous Torres del Paine National Park in Southern Chilean Patagonia. We will hike a total of about 50 miles through the heart of this park, exploring the mountains, lakes, spires, and glaciers that make up the Paine Massif. This is one of my absolute favorite places in the entire world, and I can't wait until you feel its magic.

      Perito Moreno Glacier

      Perito Moreno Glacier is on the southern end of Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina. It is THE most impressive glacier in the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. There are three ways to experience this glacier: by boat, by boardwalks, and by trekking on the glacier itself, and we get to do all three!

      Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre

      At the northern end of Los Glaciares National Park lies the famous Mount Fitz Roy. This giant rock, along with the many spires that surround it, is one of the world’s most iconic climbing destinations. We’ll hike to both Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre during our stay in El Chaltén.

      What’s included

      • All Accommodations
        No camping here! Our accommodations vary from quaint cabins and cozy eco domes to mountain refugios (dorm style) and traditional Patagonian hosterías.
      • Transportation
        Private transportation is included for all transfers and border crossing.
      • Luggage Support
        Luggage storage will be available for “the rest” of our gear while we only take what we need with us on the W Circuit.
      • Most Meals
        All meals except: dinner Day 6 to give you an opportunity to explore the town of El Calafate. Two trail lunches in El Chaltén, because we’re getting local chocolate and empanadas!
      • English-Speaking Guides
        Licensed, English-speaking guides will accompany us every step of the way. Because of local laws, we will have a Chilean guide in Chile and Argentinian guides in Argentina.
      • Park Entrance Fees
        We will be spending time in two different national parks in both Chile and Argentina. Entrance costs to these parks will be included.
      • Pro Photography
        We’ll be traveling with a pro travel photographer to capture our moments, big and small, so that we can focus on being fully present with ourselves, each other, and our surroundings.

      What’s not included

      • Airfare
        Please refer to "Traveler Information" section at TravelingJackie.com/Patagonia for details about airfare to Patagonia.
      • Alcoholic Beverages
        There will be wine and beer available for purchase every step of the way, credit cards accepted in most places.
      • Travel Insurance
      • Personal Expenses
      • Baggage Fees
      • Passports/Immunizations
      • Hiking Gear
      • Meals Outside Itinerary
      • Gratutities

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $4,395
      Deposit: $895

      Itinerary

      DAY 1
      Arrive in Punta Arenas, Transfer to Torres del Paine NP

      Meet and greet at Punta Arenas Airport. From there we will make the trip to Torres del Paine National Park; the trip is about 5-5.5 hours of driving through the Patagonian steppe (desert), passing through Puerto Natales, a picturesque town located 70 miles from the park. We can keep an eye out for pumas as we approach our accommodations for the night.
      Meals: Box Lunch, Dinner
      Accommodation: EcoCamp Patagonia Domes

      Your Organizer


      JA
      JUMP Adventures
      48 reviews
      Jackie Nourse (Traveling Jackie), a long-term solo traveler, podcaster, and blogger, founded JUMP Adventures to meet her listeners and readers OFF-line, IN-community, to travel through the most epic corners of the planet, together. From hiking in the depths Patagonia, to camping with Bedouins in Jordan, to biking the islands of Croatia, we've been taking the leap, pushing our limits and crushing bucket lists TOGETHER since 2016.

      Reviews

      Trekking the "O" circuit with 9 friends, new and old over 9 challenging, awe-inspiring magical days was the adventure of a lifetime made possible by Jump's planning to fit the capabilities of the group and especially local lead guide Christian, veteran 30-year Patagonian Anne (both are revered among the guiding community, and known as Leyendas - the Legends) along with the advance work of good humored right-hand porter Miguel. Several of our group are accomplished through-trekkers and mountaineers, but for myself and two others, this was our first multi-day hike, and first using hiking sticks and carrying 20-25lbs. packs prior to the few months of training before this trip. The coordination and thoughtful planning from the moment we were met at tiny Puerto Natales airport revealed itself more fully as our odyssey unfolded. Day 1 we were eased into Patagonia seeing guanacos (think giant llamas) and falcons along the road to Torres del Paine National Park with a stop at a thundering waterfall. Staying in the national park lodge the before a short but somewhat strenuous 'out-and back' hike to The Towers for which the park is named. Parting with everything we would not be carrying on our backs for the next 7 days, we disconnected from 'the grid' and could have left our phones behind too were they not our cameras. The overall plan followed a 'hard day' of 9+ hours hiking across more difficult or 'undulating' terrain alternating with a lighter day of flatter/shorter 6 hours or less of hiking. Following each morning's briefing of our up and down route our group adopted the team name The Undulators :) We also progressed from the luxury of a hotel complete wine list and omelette station to pre-set platform tents (including pads and sleeping bags we gratefully needn't carry nor pitch throughout the trek), on to remote rustic campsites at refugios with limited electricity hours and occasional hot water. Late summer at this high latitude meant sunsets after 9:30pm. Pristine glacial streams every mile or two meant never needing to carry more than 20oz. of drinking water. The biggest day starting in pre-dawn darkness from primitive refugio Los Perros, to the high windy John Garner Pass to connect to a major glacier and multiple hours of steep descent was the deepest point into our journey. My most treasured quiet moment was sharing a yerba máte (South American tea-like ritual) entirely in quiet Spanish with Miguel and Christian in the pre-dawn dark before our team assembled to set out for the high pass. Rest day taking a boat on the glacial lake and fitted with ice-climbing gear with BigFoot glacier guide service to explore crevasses from the top of Grey Glacier (actually the most mystical blue I have ever seen) surpassed all expectations. Christian and Anne quietly imbued us all with their love, wonder and true sense of place of Magellanic Patagonia, its geologic and first peoples history, recent wildfires and glacier recession, unique fauna, wild orchids and breathtaking weather and mountainscapes. We became inconsequential specks of nature amid occasional 60 mph winds and UFO-like lenticular clouds while traversing other-worldly moraine fields, beneath towering avalanching rock spires and unspoiled lakes absent any trace of humanity other than the reassuring orange blazes marking the Circuit that only 3% of park visitors are privileged to experience. Christian's reassuring confidence tending to blistered toes plus special surprises like a mid-hike whiskey toast over an iceberg fragment or pre-dinner 'cocktails' charcuterie board at remote refugios added to the rich vistas of this truly wild place. Words can't describe. Not everyone will opt for, nor could many of my friends and family even complete the physical demands and mental toughness of trekking the 90 miles of the Circuit, but for me it set a new bar for what adventure travel can be. Thank you Jackie, Christian, Anne and Miguel!
      By John T for (CUSTOM) PATAGONIA: Torres del Paine "O" Circuit on Mar 06, 2024
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      This trip had everything! The mountain biking was absolutely thrilling. Playing face to face with sea lion pups, OMG. Kayaking in the most amazing turquoise waters. And the people! Our group bonded immediately. We have created new life long frienships. And our guides were the best. They not only kept us safe on all of our adventures, but taught us about the environment, the culture, and salsa moves. And they too are now friends. And the food good not have been better. The only downside of the entire trip was having to leave Baja and my new friends.
      By Michael D for BAJA SUR on Mar 05, 2024
      BAJA SUR - This trip had it all - Mountains - Crystal Blue Water - Adventure - Gorgeous Sunrises and Sunsets - Farm to Table Meals that were so delicious - Mountain Biking - Hiking - Mule & Horse Riding - Swimming with Sea Lions - Snorkeling - Kayaking - And just the best group of people to travel alongside - This was our first trip with Jackie and Jump Adventures and I can't wait to travel on another trip planned by Jackie. She found the best guides, the best locations and the accommodations were so unique and beautiful. This trip will always hold a special place in my heart and memory for all the fun, special moments, special people and special experiences we had.
      By Nancy R for BAJA SUR on Mar 04, 2024
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      I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate another turn around the sun than with the incredible Jump Adventure crew!!! And what a special place to celebrate a birthday, Baja California Sur has it ALL. What a magical time and as is the norm on these adventures - strangers became family within hours of knowing each other. Jackie and Jump Adventures, curate an environment where people can and do bring their best in every way. There were so many incredible moments and one that I will always cherish is mountain biking (for the first time ever!) on the single track Santa Rosa trails in La Paz. Lead by our incredibly talented guide Diego Arias, we rode an adrenaline packed 13 mile route for approx 2.5 hrs through the mountains, passing cactus, cliffs, hitting sand, rock and even water as we ascended to the base finding a hidden oasis with beautiful palm trees and a small stream. I will be FOREVER PROUD of every single person who completed this ride, it was challenging in more ways than one and yet immensely rewarding. So thankful for everyone on the trip, from our amazing guides Seb + Felipe, the wonderful staff at the Ranch, our camping guide Bernardcha, the staff running the camp, the fellow "Jump Adventurers" and especially a fellow birthday twin who also decided to do something crazy for her bday :) What a swell crew! I cannot wait to see you all on the next adventure...so what are you waiting for?? Take the LEAP!!!
      By olivia r for BAJA SUR on Mar 03, 2024
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      WOW!!! Where do I even begin... Torres del Paine was stunning and the trip was expertly planned. Our team was able to complete both the O and W circuit and had some of the top guides in the area, if not *the best* guides in the area. Every day the trip had small surprises that increased the enjoyment of the trip and kept me excited and wondering "what's next"? Each evening our group was given priority in many of the refugios and we were able to take advantage of all that the trail had to offer. I will definitely recommend Jackie and Jump Adventures to other adventurers and I hope to do more Jump trips too! I have no suggestions for improvement at all, the trip was fantastic and more fun in all ways than I was anticipating. Do this trip!
      By Clint V for (CUSTOM) PATAGONIA: Torres del Paine "O" Circuit on Feb 29, 2024
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      Traveling with Jackie is awesome! Not only does Jackie do a fantastic job organizing her trips, getting to travel with someone you look up to is inspiring. I'll definitely be signing up for more of her trips in the future.
      By Anastasia L on 25 Feb, 2019
      Awesome experience and people, would highly recommend!!!
      By Shawn D on 25 Jun, 2018
      Jackie is an excellent retreat leader. I went with her on her women's adventure retreat in Ecuador, which she packed full of amazing activities in a gorgeous setting. The experiences she planned were unique, once-in-a-lifetime-level ones! With her trips, Jackie has thought about all the details so you don't have to. The Ecuador retreat was extremely well organized and well-run. Thanks, Jackie, for making my experience in Ecuador so magical!
      By Jackie F on 19 Feb, 2018
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