Full-Day Torres del Paine: Grey Glacier, Lake Pehoé & Milodón Cave
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
14–16 hours
Fitness Level
You should be in moderate shape—able to walk several short hikes (20–40 minutes) on uneven terrain and handle long periods on a vehicle.
Overview
A long, unforgettable loop from Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales—this full‑day tour stitches together Lake Pehoé, Grey Glacier and Milodón Cave with short hikes and sweeping viewpoints. Expect glacier ice, wind‑scoured trails and essential park permits.
Full-Day Torres del Paine: Grey Glacier, Lake Pehoé & Milodón Cave
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By dawn the coach slips out of Punta Arenas and the light over the Patagonian steppe thins to blue. For sixteen hours you’ll watch the world reforge itself: flat ranchlands give way to wind-sculpted lenga forest, and then—sudden as a shutter click—the granite horns of Torres del Paine rise from the plain. The air tastes cold and mineral; the bus windows become a moving frame for one of the sharpest mountain scenes in Chile.
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Adventure Tips
Buy park tickets in advance
Purchases at www.pasesparques.cl are required—park entry for foreigners is around $37 USD; save time by printing or saving your mobile receipt.
Layer for wind and sun
Patagonian weather changes quickly; pack a breathable base layer, insulating midlayer and waterproof shell.
Footwear matters
Trails are rocky, wet and sometimes muddy—waterproof hiking shoes with good tread will make short hikes comfortable.
Manage hydration and snacks
Restroom options are limited; carry water and high‑energy snacks to stay fueled during long transfers and short hikes.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Guanaco
- Andean condor
History
The Milodón Cave preserves remains of extinct megafauna discovered in the late 19th century and played a role in early Patagonian settlement myths.
Conservation
Torres del Paine’s fragile alpine and steppe habitats rely on strict trail use and entrance fees—stay on marked trails and pack out trash.
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Recommended Gear
Waterproof hiking shoes
Provide traction on rocky, wet trails and comfort during multiple short hikes.
Windproof waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden Patagonian wind and rain during viewpoints and transfers.
Daypack with hydration
Carries snacks, water, layers and camera gear for short walks from parking areas.
Camera with telephoto lens or zoom
Useful for photographing wildlife and distant glacier details without getting too close.