The 15 Best Puerto Natales Tours & Torres del Paine Day Trips

Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Day Hike - The early ride from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 727 reviews · 15 hours · from $90Our pick

Join a bilingual guide such as Hugo, Camilo, Carolina, or José for a 22 km trek from Puerto Natales to the Base of the Towers. Expect an early pickup, an 8 to 10 hour hike, forest, streams, steep rocks, and a long ride home.

“I had an amazing experience on the Base Towers trek with three professional and wonderful guides: Hugo, Sebastian, and Philippe (Felipe). Throughout the hike, the guides constantly checked on everyone’s physical condition and individual needs. When I felt completely exhausted on the most challenging final rocky ascent, they encouraged me and helped me keep going. Hugo also patiently taught me how to properly use trekking poles and even caught me a few times when I accidentally slipped. Thanks to their support, I finally made it to the top: something I’m incredibly grateful for. In addition, when some members of our group were unable to continue to the Base Towers, one…”

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From El Calafate: Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

2.Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 434 reviews · 16 hours · from $229

Travel from El Calafate to Torres del Paine with bilingual guides such as Carla, Silvestre, Matías, or Natalia. Expect a 16-hour day, border formalities, a boxed lunch, several viewpoints, and an easy 1.5-hour walk beside Lake Nordenskjöld and Lake Pehoé.

“Daytrip was very okay. Guide was super. Only what bothers is the high price. We paid 180$ each person only for the transport and lunch because the ticket you have to buy yourselves. We were with a large group (30 people) so 5400$ the company earned that day. I think this can cheaper.”

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Torres del Paine: 3-Hour Scenic Boat Tour to Grey Glacier

3.Torres del Paine: 3-Hour Scenic Boat Tour to Grey Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 4 hours · from $120

Join Turismo Lago Grey for a scenic catamaran ride across Grey Lake to the 25-meter Grey Glacier. Allow extra time for the 3-kilometer beach walk to the boat, bring warm layers and your passport, and enjoy English or Spanish guiding plus one onboard pisco sour.

“I had an awesome experience cruising to the Grey Glacier. The breathtaking blue ice, towering cliffs, and shimmering waters created a surreal panorama. The crisp Patagonian air and sheer majesty of nature made it unforgettable—perfectly complemented by the organisers’ flawless planning, warm hospitality, and professional guidance.”

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Puerto Natales: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

4.Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 11 hours · from $83Best value

Spend 11 hours touring Torres del Paine with hotel pickup, bilingual guides, and short walks to Salto Grande and Lago Grey. Guides such as Cami, Margo, and Ignacio are known for clear explanations of wildlife, geology, and Patagonian culture. Park and cave tickets cost extra.

“Camila she was the best guide ever. I love her energy and truly enjoyed this trip with her🥰 It was a fantastic experience! Highly recommended”

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Puerto Natales: Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

5.Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 196 reviews · 10 hours · from $90

Travel from Puerto Natales into Torres del Paine National Park with a bilingual guide such as Guillermo, Rodrigo, or Luna. You will stop at Nordenskjold Lake, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande, and Gray Lake, then visit Milodon Cave. Expect short walks, long van rides, changing weather, and extra entry fees.

“The trip was a wonderful experience. The guides and drivers were kind, cheerful, and highly knowledgeable about the area. Thank you for providing such an excellent team to work with us”

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Puerto Natales: Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

6.Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 191 reviews · 14 hours · from $95

Leave Puerto Natales before sunrise for a guided 23 km trek to the Base of the Towers. Guides such as Sebastian, Daniel, Pablo, and Ramiro lead groups through forest and rocky moraine to the 890-meter viewpoint. Expect a hard 10 to 12 hours on foot, changing weather, and a late return.

“Amongst the most amazing scenery you will see in your lifetime”

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Puero Natales: Glacier Tour with Lunch & Whiskey Aperitif

7.Puero Natales: Glacier Tour with Lunch & Whiskey Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 110 reviews · 10 hours · from $279

Set out from Puerto Bories with a Spanish or English-speaking guide for a full day on Ultima Esperanza Fjord. You will see Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, hike to a Serrano viewpoint, eat lunch at Estancia Perales, and enjoy whiskey chilled with ancient glacier ice.

“El recorrido por el fiordo, los paisajes, la atención a bordo y, por supuesto, el almuerzo. Todo espectacular.”

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Puerto Natales: Base Torres Small Group Trekking

8.Base Torres Small Group Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 14 hours · from $88

You’ll hike 20 km from Hotel Las Torres to the famous Base Torres viewpoint, gaining nearly 900 meters with a bilingual WFR-certified guide. Groups stay small, usually no more than 12, with poles, hotel pickup, and winter crampons included. Guides such as Margo, Ceci, Alan, and Caro are praised for steady pacing and care.

“Conni and Cami were amazing throughout the whole trek, had such high energy and knowledge, could not recommend them enough! Alejandro the driver was also a legend. Best guides :)”

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Puerto Natales: Day Trip to Perito Moreno Glacier Argentina

9.Day Trip to Perito Moreno Glacier Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 100 reviews · 16 hours · from $175

Travel from Puerto Natales into Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park on a 16-hour guided day trip. Guides such as Silvia and Cecilia provide English or Spanish commentary, while the glacier, park walkways, and optional boat ride make the long border-crossing journey worthwhile.

“Very long day. I did it after a long hike day and it was nice to do something that didn’t require a lot. Crossing the boarder was clear. We didn’t pick up our guide until we got into El Calafate.”

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Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers Boat Tour and traditional lunch.

10.Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers Boat Tour and traditional lunch.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 95 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $256

Start at 7 a.m. in central Puerto Natales, ride to Puerto Bories, then cruise the Ultima Esperanza Fjord toward Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. Expect wildlife, waterfalls, a forest walk, glacier views, whiskey with ancient ice, and a traditional estancia lunch with lamb, chicken, or a vegetarian choice.

“The local tour organization contacted us only 20 minutes before the tour started - should do that at least the night before. Boat crew did a very good job navigating through difficult waters and the information provided was sufficient. Lunch was nice and the walk to the glacier was good organized.”

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Trekking Base Torres – Torres del Paine trek from Puerto Natales

11.Trekking Base Torres – Torres del Paine trek from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $99

Trek from Puerto Natales to the Base Torres viewpoint with guides such as Pablo, Sebastián, Alex, or Ramiro. Expect a 20 km mountain hike, shuttle transport, poles, safety support, and a long day shaped by Patagonian weather.

“It was the most memorable trip of my life. The scenes from the tower. were breathtaking , especially despite my wife's physical fitness and problems with her shoes. We are deeply grateful for the help of our dedicated guide. Pablo Gaete. Thank you”

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Full-Day Torres del Paine National Park from El Calafate

12.Full-Day Torres del Paine National Park from El Calafate

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $304

Travel from El Calafate to Torres del Paine in a 4x4 Overland Truck with bilingual guides, lunch, Wi-Fi, and a toilet onboard. See Grey Glacier, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande, Nordenskjöld Lake, wildlife, and mountain views. It is a long day, but a useful way to reach Chile’s famous park in limited time.

“An amazing day to Chile. The views of the mountains and scenery was worth the long day. Vehicle comes with a toilet, water & wifi which makes for a more comfortable journey. Charging points under seats were a bit hit and miss. Lunch was ok, sandwich could have been better. Also the PA system was a little fuzzy so hard to hear. Over head reading might would be good too. Guides were kind helpful and upbeat all day which was no easy feat with it being 14hrs we were out for.”

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Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier (Natales)

13.Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier (Natales)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Leave Puerto Natales around 6:30 am for Perito Moreno Glacier, crossing into Argentina with a bilingual guide joining in El Calafate. You get about two hours at the park for walkways or an optional boat ride. Expect a 14-hour day, extra park fees, and a small group of up to 15.

“Amazing experience, very comfortable with a smaller group! All very well coordinated. Fantastic work and support from Francisco and his team!! 10/10Auto-translated”

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Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Sightseeing Cruise from Puerto Natales

14.Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Sightseeing Cruise from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 48 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $271

Spend about 10 hours cruising from Puerto Natales through Ultima Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. A guide leads a moderate forest walk in Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. Your ticket includes lunch, drinks, park entry, and return transport to the meeting point, but not hotel pickup.

“This was a wonderful experience, cruising in comfort with opportunities to admire elephant seals sunning themselves on rock ledges, a colony of cormorants, and of course spectacular waterfalls and stunning glaciers. A walk through beautiful forest to the Serrano Glacier was the highlight, followed by a delicious three course meal at Estancia Perales. The crew were helpful and professional and friendly, and we thoroughly enjoyed the day from beginning to end.”

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Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Tour from Puerto Natales

15.Torres del Paine Park Full-Day Tour from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 42 reviews · 10 hours · from $83

Travel from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine with an English and Spanish guide, visiting Milodón Caves, Salto Grande, Nordenskjöld and Pehoé Lakes, and Grey Lake’s ice floes. Guides John and Jorge have led this route, though English commentary may be limited at times.

“Excelente experiencia en Torres del Paine Realizamos un tour por el Parque Nacional Torres del Paine y quedamos absolutamente encantados. El guía John y el conductor Jorge hicieron un gran trabajo: fueron atentos, siempre puntuales y muy bien organizados en todo momento. La ruta estuvo bien planificada, lo que nos permitió disfrutar al máximo sin prisas ni contratiempos. John nos acompañó explicándonos con pasión y conocimiento toda la información valiosa sobre el parque, su impresionante flora y fauna. Gracias a él aprendimos nuevas cosas sobre este mágico lugar y pudimos apreciar aún más su belleza. Fue una experiencia totalmente positiva, llena de paisajes de ensueño y momentos inolvidabl...”

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