Useful Information

What to bring
If you are travelling with us all you need to bring is a camera and an eagerness to enjoy Patagonia and its wonderful beauty to the full.

For more specific trips such as the “W” it is essential to bring clothing suitable for trekking.

However as our climate is so variable we recommend that all visitors bring the following:

• Sun-block
• Sunglasses
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Comfortable walking shoes or boots
• Hat
• Gloves

Communication
As we are in a vast and relatively remote region mobile phones only receive signals in some areas along the route. Internet is only available in the cities and some towns and in the major hotels in Torres del Paine National Park.

The trails in Torres del Paine
Visitors are requested to respect all the signs within the parks and must not leave the trails. We follow the “Leave no trace” philosophy encouraging visitors to minimize their impact on the environment.
Occasionally on the trails or at the lookouts animals may be seen, for example the grey or Chilla fox, which is friendly and docile. These animals must not be fed by visitors.

Road conditions
The road between Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales is paved as is the road to Cerro Castillo. The other roads to the National Park and within it are gravel roads and there are many sharp curves. We recommend that you always drive on the defensive in particular with windy or wet weather conditions.

Chilean currency and other recommendations
Money can be changed at Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales and Cerro Castillo. We recommend that you take cash to the Torres del Paine National Park for the park entrance fee. ATM machines are found in Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales.

Border crossings
Leaving and entering Chile and Argentina there are certain formalities to be completed. During peak times (from around 11.00 to 14.00) there may be queues as this is often when the majority of people cross the border.
It is important that travellers do not bring fruit or plants from Argentina as the Agricultural Service SAG will impose heavy fines.