Patagonia Trekking: Into the Wild
Patagonia Trekking: Into the Wild
Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Chile
Up to 12 in group
November 1 - 8, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Hike the iconic Torres del Paine W-Trek: Trek to Towers Base + the French Valley, walk along the Grey Glacier, take in glacial lake views with a myriad of shades of blue, and feel dwarfed by towering Los Cuernos
- Navigate by boat along Grey Lake and to Balmaceda Glacier
- Stay at the world’s first geodesic domes, the award-winning EcoCamp Patagonia
- Hike through Nothofagus forest and enjoy isolation far from the beaten path
- Stunning views, magnificent food, powerful connections
- Daily mindfulness practice, including sound healing, yoga, meditation, journaling, etc
- Plus:
- ✧ Soulful guided hikes that blend movement with mindfulness, journaling, and nature-based practices
- ✧ Small, supportive groups (usually women) that foster authentic connection and personal growth
- ✧ Culturally-rooted experiences, including local guides, food, and possible encounters with Indigenous communities
- ✧ Digital detox and deep rest—no WiFi, no pressure, just real-time presence in nature
- ✧ Expertly held space by experienced facilitators who guide inner journeys as powerfully as the outer ones
- ✧ A balance of solo reflection + group connection, so you can root into your truth while being supported
- ✧ Return home transformed, with a deeper sense of purpose, clarity, and connection to what truly matters
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
A once-in-a-lifetime experience, this journey brings you to the heart of one of the most captivating and visually stunning treks on the planet — Patagonia’s legendary W-Trek. With our experienced and deeply knowledgeable guides by your side, you’ll traverse glacial valleys, turquoise lakes, towering granite peaks, and ancient forests that feel like something out of a dream.
Patagonia is a place of elemental power — where wind, water, rock, and sky meet in wild, breathtaking harmony. It invites reverence. It invites presence. It invites you to stretch the edges of what you thought was possible, both on the trail and within yourself.
Throughout the journey, we’ll weave in mindfulness practices to help you stay rooted in each step, each view, each breath. As we explore the vast, untamed beauty of the land around us, we’ll also turn inward — reflecting, softening, and reconnecting with the truth of who we are.
If you hear the quiet (or not-so-quiet) call of Patagonia — the longing to be in community, in wild nature, and in deep communion with yourself — this is your invitation.
We’re already here, holding the fire. Come join us.
Patagonia is a place of elemental power — where wind, water, rock, and sky meet in wild, breathtaking harmony. It invites reverence. It invites presence. It invites you to stretch the edges of what you thought was possible, both on the trail and within yourself.
Throughout the journey, we’ll weave in mindfulness practices to help you stay rooted in each step, each view, each breath. As we explore the vast, untamed beauty of the land around us, we’ll also turn inward — reflecting, softening, and reconnecting with the truth of who we are.
If you hear the quiet (or not-so-quiet) call of Patagonia — the longing to be in community, in wild nature, and in deep communion with yourself — this is your invitation.
We’re already here, holding the fire. Come join us.
Schedule
NOVEMBER 1 - DAY 1: THE PATAGONIAN ADVENTURE STARTS
Let’s begin the trip of a lifetime!
You can travel to Patagonia from Santiago and land either in Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas.
We’ll start with a morning pick-up from your hotel or the airport and drive to EcoCamp Patagonia, located in the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful places in South America.
On the way to EcoCamp, we’ll make a stop in Puerto Natales, a small, lively town on the shores of Last Hope Sound (Ultima Esperanza) where we can enjoy a hearty lunch of local food.
This scenic journey ends with our arrival at EcoCamp Patagonia, nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park with a prime view of the majestic Paine Towers.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: L | D
NOVEMBER 2 - DAY 2: LOS CUERNOS TREK
We’ll dive into our Patagonian adventure with a pleasant walk along the Cuernos Trail which leads to the beautiful Lake Nordenskjold.
During this warm-up walk - a day hike of medium difficulty - we will have the opportunity to admire the park’s exquisite flora and fauna and take in the views of the horn-like peaks of slate that sit atop the gray granite of the Paine Massif.
The trek may end at Refugio Los Cuernos, a small and cozy mountain guesthouse located on the shores of Lake Nordenskjold. Or it will end at Domo el Francés, located between Cuernos and Italiano camping sites, with an amazing view of Nordenskjöld Lake. The evening is at your leisure.
Hiking Distance: 12 km./7.5 mi.
Hiking Time: 4-5 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 244 m./800 ft.
Elevation gain: 300 m. / 1148 ft.
Accommodations: Overnight at Camping Cuernos or Camping El Francés (depending on availability)
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 3 - DAY 3: THE PAINE MASSIF'S HEART: VALLE FRANCES
Get your boots ready for today’s challenging, yet rewarding, trek.
After breakfast at Refugio Los Cuernos, we'll begin hiking along a steep trail leading into the very heart of the Paine Massif - the famed French Valley. How far we’ll go depends on our group's trekking rhythm.
A swifter walk will lead us to the French River’s hanging bridge, located at the foot of the south-eastern face of the Massif. We will then continue to ascend towards the upper section of the valley to marvel at spectacular views of the extensive mass of the valley's geological formations: Hoja (Blade), Máscara (Mask), Espada (Sword), Catedral (Cathedral), Aleta de Tiburón (Shark’s Fin) and the magnificent Fortaleza (Fortress).
After our upward trek, we will pause for a tasty picnic and relax for a while.
The day's trek will end with a descent through an undulating terrain of mixed grassland and light forest to Refugio Paine Grande.
Hiking Distance: 20 Km. / 12.4 Mi.
Hiking Time: 10 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 686 m./2250 ft.
Elevation gain: 820 m. / 2690 ft.
Accommodations: Camping Paine Grande
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 4 - DAY 4: GREY GLACIER
Today we will hike from the Paine Grande Refugio along the shores of Lake Pehoe to the northern side of Lake Grey ("Lago Grey").
We will feast on a picnic lunch before boarding the boat that sails to the huge, crystalline facade of Glacier Grey. From the southern end of Glacier Grey, we will transfer to EcoCamp.
Due to the temperamental weather of the region, boat trips across the lake may occasionally be canceled or if the required minimum of 15 passengers is not reached. If this is the case, we will trek up to the sightseeing point to enjoy wonderful, panoramic stunning views of Grey Glacier instead.
Afterward, it is time to return on foot to Paine Grande and take a catamaran to the dock, where we will be picked up and driven to EcoCamp.
Hiking Distance: 11 km./6.8 mi.
Hiking Time: 4 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 244 m./800 ft.
Elevation gain: 271 m. / 889 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 5 - DAY 5: THE BIG CHALLENGE: TREK TO THE TOWERS BASE
Today is the big day -- the walk to the base of the famous Paine Towers.
We will walk from the campsite towards Hostería Las Torres before ascending to Ascencio Valley on the Tower’s eastern face. Mountain ridges, beech forests, and small rivers line the scenic walk towards the valley.
Our big challenge is the steep moraine, a huge mass of boulders that lead to that iconic base of the Towers, the three gigantic granite monoliths that are the remains of a great cirque sheared away by glacial ice.
After a tough uphill climb, the Towers eventually come into full view, rising majestically before us with the glacial lake visible below.
Is there any better place in the world to have lunch? After feasting on the view, we backtrack along the same trail through Ascencio Valley and return to EcoCamp for a well-deserved dinner and some tasty Chilean wine.
Hiking Distance: 22 km./14 mi.
Hiking Time: 9 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 914 m./3000 ft.
Elevation gain: 1148 m. / 3766 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 6 - DAY 6: EASTERN LAKES
On the sixth day, we'll opt for a less strenuous trail in order to counter our exhausting efforts of the previous day.
After breakfast, we will drive to the northern shore of Sarmiento Lake where the Aonikenk Trail begins. As we hike northbound, we will spot an impressive range of Patagonian fauna on the vast plains, and maybe even the occasional puma print!
We will pass the charming Goic lagoon and, after approximately 5 km of relaxed walking, we will reach the Laguna Amarga ranger station where we will be picked up and driven towards Laguna Azul, home to many wild guanacos and ñandúes.
We will pause occasionally to admire the views of the Patagonian steppe and the Towers from its many perspectives.
At Laguna Azul, we will hike to the lookout point where we will be treated to a gorgeous view of both the lagoon and the granite towers.
Afterwards, we will head back to Ecocamp for dinner.
Hiking Distance: 6 km./4 mi.
Hiking Time: 3 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 300 m./984 ft.
Elevation gain: 267 m. / 876 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 7 - DAY 7: FULL-FREE DAY FOR YOGA, MINDFULNESS, AND EXPLORATION
On the seventh day, we'll take time to reflect on the week’s journey.
Together, we will design a full day focused on self-reflection, journaling and contemplation about our experiences at Torres del Paine, mindful movement and energy balancing. We’ll also spend some time on the land and make our final group offering of gratitude.
Overnight: EcoCamp Patagonia
Meals: B | L | D
DAY 8: ADIÓS TORRES DEL PAINE!
We will board an early morning vehicle, sit back, relax, and enjoy a scenic ride back to Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas in time to catch an evening flight onwards.
Meals: B | BL
Let’s begin the trip of a lifetime!
You can travel to Patagonia from Santiago and land either in Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas.
We’ll start with a morning pick-up from your hotel or the airport and drive to EcoCamp Patagonia, located in the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most beautiful places in South America.
On the way to EcoCamp, we’ll make a stop in Puerto Natales, a small, lively town on the shores of Last Hope Sound (Ultima Esperanza) where we can enjoy a hearty lunch of local food.
This scenic journey ends with our arrival at EcoCamp Patagonia, nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park with a prime view of the majestic Paine Towers.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: L | D
NOVEMBER 2 - DAY 2: LOS CUERNOS TREK
We’ll dive into our Patagonian adventure with a pleasant walk along the Cuernos Trail which leads to the beautiful Lake Nordenskjold.
During this warm-up walk - a day hike of medium difficulty - we will have the opportunity to admire the park’s exquisite flora and fauna and take in the views of the horn-like peaks of slate that sit atop the gray granite of the Paine Massif.
The trek may end at Refugio Los Cuernos, a small and cozy mountain guesthouse located on the shores of Lake Nordenskjold. Or it will end at Domo el Francés, located between Cuernos and Italiano camping sites, with an amazing view of Nordenskjöld Lake. The evening is at your leisure.
Hiking Distance: 12 km./7.5 mi.
Hiking Time: 4-5 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 244 m./800 ft.
Elevation gain: 300 m. / 1148 ft.
Accommodations: Overnight at Camping Cuernos or Camping El Francés (depending on availability)
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 3 - DAY 3: THE PAINE MASSIF'S HEART: VALLE FRANCES
Get your boots ready for today’s challenging, yet rewarding, trek.
After breakfast at Refugio Los Cuernos, we'll begin hiking along a steep trail leading into the very heart of the Paine Massif - the famed French Valley. How far we’ll go depends on our group's trekking rhythm.
A swifter walk will lead us to the French River’s hanging bridge, located at the foot of the south-eastern face of the Massif. We will then continue to ascend towards the upper section of the valley to marvel at spectacular views of the extensive mass of the valley's geological formations: Hoja (Blade), Máscara (Mask), Espada (Sword), Catedral (Cathedral), Aleta de Tiburón (Shark’s Fin) and the magnificent Fortaleza (Fortress).
After our upward trek, we will pause for a tasty picnic and relax for a while.
The day's trek will end with a descent through an undulating terrain of mixed grassland and light forest to Refugio Paine Grande.
Hiking Distance: 20 Km. / 12.4 Mi.
Hiking Time: 10 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 686 m./2250 ft.
Elevation gain: 820 m. / 2690 ft.
Accommodations: Camping Paine Grande
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 4 - DAY 4: GREY GLACIER
Today we will hike from the Paine Grande Refugio along the shores of Lake Pehoe to the northern side of Lake Grey ("Lago Grey").
We will feast on a picnic lunch before boarding the boat that sails to the huge, crystalline facade of Glacier Grey. From the southern end of Glacier Grey, we will transfer to EcoCamp.
Due to the temperamental weather of the region, boat trips across the lake may occasionally be canceled or if the required minimum of 15 passengers is not reached. If this is the case, we will trek up to the sightseeing point to enjoy wonderful, panoramic stunning views of Grey Glacier instead.
Afterward, it is time to return on foot to Paine Grande and take a catamaran to the dock, where we will be picked up and driven to EcoCamp.
Hiking Distance: 11 km./6.8 mi.
Hiking Time: 4 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 244 m./800 ft.
Elevation gain: 271 m. / 889 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 5 - DAY 5: THE BIG CHALLENGE: TREK TO THE TOWERS BASE
Today is the big day -- the walk to the base of the famous Paine Towers.
We will walk from the campsite towards Hostería Las Torres before ascending to Ascencio Valley on the Tower’s eastern face. Mountain ridges, beech forests, and small rivers line the scenic walk towards the valley.
Our big challenge is the steep moraine, a huge mass of boulders that lead to that iconic base of the Towers, the three gigantic granite monoliths that are the remains of a great cirque sheared away by glacial ice.
After a tough uphill climb, the Towers eventually come into full view, rising majestically before us with the glacial lake visible below.
Is there any better place in the world to have lunch? After feasting on the view, we backtrack along the same trail through Ascencio Valley and return to EcoCamp for a well-deserved dinner and some tasty Chilean wine.
Hiking Distance: 22 km./14 mi.
Hiking Time: 9 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 914 m./3000 ft.
Elevation gain: 1148 m. / 3766 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 6 - DAY 6: EASTERN LAKES
On the sixth day, we'll opt for a less strenuous trail in order to counter our exhausting efforts of the previous day.
After breakfast, we will drive to the northern shore of Sarmiento Lake where the Aonikenk Trail begins. As we hike northbound, we will spot an impressive range of Patagonian fauna on the vast plains, and maybe even the occasional puma print!
We will pass the charming Goic lagoon and, after approximately 5 km of relaxed walking, we will reach the Laguna Amarga ranger station where we will be picked up and driven towards Laguna Azul, home to many wild guanacos and ñandúes.
We will pause occasionally to admire the views of the Patagonian steppe and the Towers from its many perspectives.
At Laguna Azul, we will hike to the lookout point where we will be treated to a gorgeous view of both the lagoon and the granite towers.
Afterwards, we will head back to Ecocamp for dinner.
Hiking Distance: 6 km./4 mi.
Hiking Time: 3 hrs.
Max. Altitude: 300 m./984 ft.
Elevation gain: 267 m. / 876 ft.
Accommodations: EcoCamp
Meals: B | BL | D
NOVEMBER 7 - DAY 7: FULL-FREE DAY FOR YOGA, MINDFULNESS, AND EXPLORATION
On the seventh day, we'll take time to reflect on the week’s journey.
Together, we will design a full day focused on self-reflection, journaling and contemplation about our experiences at Torres del Paine, mindful movement and energy balancing. We’ll also spend some time on the land and make our final group offering of gratitude.
Overnight: EcoCamp Patagonia
Meals: B | L | D
DAY 8: ADIÓS TORRES DEL PAINE!
We will board an early morning vehicle, sit back, relax, and enjoy a scenic ride back to Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas in time to catch an evening flight onwards.
Meals: B | BL
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Root Adventures, Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Chile
Directions
You’ll need to make sure you are in Puerto Natales, Chile by 9am or Punta Arenas, Chile by 1pm on Nov 1, 2025.
Punta Arenas requires an earlier arrival time because it is 3 hours from Puerto Natales. In either case there will be a shuttle transfer that is provided for you and is covered in the cost of your trip.
Please depart Puerto Natales, Chile no earlier than 2pm or Punta Arenas, Chile no earlier than 5:30pm on Nov 8, 2025.
Punta Arenas requires an earlier arrival time because it is 3 hours from Puerto Natales. In either case there will be a shuttle transfer that is provided for you and is covered in the cost of your trip.
Please depart Puerto Natales, Chile no earlier than 2pm or Punta Arenas, Chile no earlier than 5:30pm on Nov 8, 2025.
Accommodation
Sleeping accommodations are a combination camping and EcoCamp, which is a sustainable, geodesic dome lodging as detailed in the itinerary. The geodesic dome lodging is the world’s first geodesic hotel room featuring a charming interior with a large warm bed and linens, skylights with views of the stars. Without heating but cozy and snug with fleece blankets. A sleeping bag, mat and tents will be provided for the two nights of camping.
Double Occupancy (Per Person)
Single Occupancy
Venue & Amenities
Nestled right in Torres del Paine National Park, you’ll stay at EcoCamp Patagonia—the world’s first geodesic dome hotel, designed with sustainability and comfort at its heart .
These spaces are intentionally crafted to support rest, connection, and mindful integration—whether you're floating off to sleep under the stars, gathered around the fire, or moving gently in morning light.
These spaces are intentionally crafted to support rest, connection, and mindful integration—whether you're floating off to sleep under the stars, gathered around the fire, or moving gently in morning light.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Food will vary depending on the location. Camp food and refugio food are quite basic, while EcoCamp provides beautiful meals.
Most dietary requests can be arranged in advance.
What's Included
- +All ground transport
- + Boat crossing on Grey Lake
- +4 nights accommodation in EcoCamp.
- + 1 night accommodation at camping Paine Grande.
- +1 night in camping Los Cuernos or El Francés.
- +Park fee Torres del Paine NP.
- + Sleeping bag, mat and tent for campsites.
- +Transportation for your luggage within the Park: while trekking you will carry just your daypack
- +One expert English-speaking trekking guide.
- +Training plan designed by our in-house personal trainer (custom plans also available for those interested)
- +2 Root expert tour leaders who will facilitate mindfulness/wellness practices
- +Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches/Box Lunches, 7 Dinners
- +Daily mindfulness activities
- +3 month pre-trip preparation series
- +2 pre-trip calls
- +2 post trip calls
- +Access to our Director of Traveler Experience who can help answer all your questions logistical, emotional, or otherwise!
- +Tips/Gratuities
- +6 Week Post-Trip Meditation Series to help integrate your experience
- +Lifetime access to the Root Community
What's Not Included
- Airfare to and from the retreat location
- Travel insurance (required)
- Any pre- or post-retreat accommodations or activities
- Alcohol or extra snacks/souvenirs
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