The best treks & hikes in Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine's best hiking routes and trails
Torres del Paine National Park is full of must-see highlights, iconic viewpoints, and hidden treasures. The classic, best-loved hikes can be done as day trips or strung together as part of a more challenging multi-day trek.
But which Torres del Paine hikes lead to which iconic views? And how strenuous is each one? We’ve put together a practical side-by-side comparison of the Torres del Paine day hikes and multi-day treks to answer those essential questions. This summary table will help plan a trip that matches your hiking prowess and also ticks all your personal must-see boxes.
Torres del Paine day hikes at a glance
Hike | Highlights | Length | Difficulty | Popularity |
Torres Base Hike To Mirador Las Torres | Viewpoint of the park’s iconic three granite towers | 17km (11 miles) | Moderate to intense | Among the most popular trails in the park |
French Valley & Lake Pehoé | 360 degree view of the park, glacial calving of French Glacier | 17km (11 miles) | Moderate to intense | Popular but exclusive; Lake Pehoé catamaran (boat) subject to seasonal conditions |
Grey Lake And Glacier Grey | Hiking and by-boat combination for up-close, dramatic glacier viewing | 11km (7 miles) (hiking portion can be adapted) | Moderate (can be adapted) | Popular but exclusive; boat rides are subject to group size and weather conditions |
Paso Los Cuernos | Viewpoint of the park’s iconic, gnarled “Los Cuernos” peaks | 11km (7 miles) 4 - 6 hours | Easy to moderate | Among the most popular trails in the park |
Torres del Paine multi-day treks at a glance
The W Trek | Glacier Grey, The French Valley, and Torres Base Hike | 75km (47 miles) 4 - 5 days (can be extended to 7) | Moderate to intense | Torres del Paine’s most well-known route, high season sells out in advance |
Full Circuit | All the highlights of the W Trek, plus wilderness areas surrounding the Paine Massif | 120km (75 miles) 8 -10 days | Intense | Relatively quiet, represents less than 5% of the park’s visitation |