Torres del Paine
Patagonia's headline act, and surprisingly manageable: the W Trek covers about eighty kilometres in four to five days between staffed refugios, so you carry clothes and snacks rather than a full camp.
- Best forMountain
- Approx. flying time~13h 05m from Los Angeles
- Nearest airportPuerto Natales (PNT)
About this place
Granite towers, the blue sprawl of Grey Glacier and guanacos posing on cue. The catch is admin — campsites and refugios must be booked months ahead for the December-to-February season. Wind is the real adversary; anchor your hat.
Featured in Ten national parks for your first proper trek
When to go
Daytime highs run from about 2°C in July to 14°C in February. Wettest in March, with rain on about 24 days.
The year at a glance — pick a month for detail
August3° · rain 22 daysCold and often wet.
Monthly figures averaged from daily records for 2020–2024 at this location (ERA5 reanalysis). Live conditions from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.
Where to stay
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Flights
Los Angeles Torres del Paine, Chile
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