Trekking in Torres del Paine

Explore the wild heart of Torres del Paine National Park and neighbouring Los Glaciares National Park, home to towering granite spires, vast icefields, sweeping valleys, and the fierce Patagonian winds. Iconic routes like the Torres del Paine Circuit (‘O’) and Half Circuit (‘W’) showcase this remote wilderness, making it one of the world’s premier trekking destinations. Trekking in Torres del Paine, written by guidebook author Rudolf Abraham, is your complete companion for discovering this remarkable part of Patagonia on foot. The guide covers eight walking and trekking routes, including four multi-day treks and four shorter day walks, with clear detail and practical planning advice to help you get the most from each journey. Four multi-day Patagonian treks are described: the Torres del Paine Circuit (‘O’) (10–11 days, 141 km), the Half Circuit (‘W’) (5 days, 71 km), a trek in the Cerro Fitz Roy area (4 days, 39 km), and Río Pingo and Mirador Zapata (3 days, 33km) Four shorter day walks throughout Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks are included, providing extra options for exploration and memorable scenic outings during your tripDetailed information on accommodation, facilities and planning gives you the insight you need for logistics, from refugios and campsites inside the national parks to services in gateway towns such as Puerto Natales and El CalafatePractical advice on travel, visas, transport, local weather and equipment preparation ensures that you’re well-prepared for trekking in some of the most dynamic and changeable conditions in South AmericaSketch maps for every walk and trek help you visualise routes on the ground and understand key waypoints and highlights, so you can navigate Patagonia’s varied terrain more confidently The iconic Torres del Paine Circuit (‘O’) and Half Circuit (‘W’), along with additional treks and excursions, reveal Patagonia at its most dramatic, and Trekking in Torres del Paine is your essential guide to exploring it with confidence.