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How to get to Torres del Paine

Torres del Paine is about 2 hours by road from Puerto Natales, the base town for visiting the park. There are three ways to reach Puerto Natales: fly to Punta Arenas and continue about 3 hours overland, fly directly to Puerto Natales in season, or cross over from El Calafate in Argentina.

01The most common route, step by step

The most common route, step by step

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Santiago → Punta Arenas

About 3.5 hours' flight to Punta Arenas airport (PUQ).

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Punta Arenas → Puerto Natales

About 250 km, around 3 hours by bus or car on Route 9.

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Puerto Natales Your base

Hotels, restaurants and the starting point of all our tours. In season there are direct flights to its airport (PNT).

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Torres del Paine Destination

About 2 hours by road. Arrive on a tour with transfer included or with a private transfer.

From El Calafate (Argentina)

Buses and transfers cross the border to Puerto Natales in about 5 to 6 hours, depending on border controls. Remember your passport.

02What you need to know

What you need to know

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Park entrance

Not included in the tours. It's paid separately (approx. CLP 38,000 for foreigners) and is best bought in advance through CONAF's official channels.

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Getting around

Distances inside the park are long and public transport is limited. A tour with transfer or a private transfer saves you time and waiting.

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Weather

Strong winds and fast changes all year round. Dress in layers and bring a windbreaker, even in summer.

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Book early

In high season, hotels, refugios and tours sell out. Plan ahead.

Already in Puerto Natales?

We'll take you to the park with a private transfer or on any of our tours with transfer included.