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Torres del Paine W Trek & Circuit Trek

W and Circuit Trails in Torres del Paine National Park

Fitness

In order to trek the Circuit and “W” people need to be reasonably fit, not necessarily as an athlete, but perfectly able to walk for up to 10hrs a day (in the longest sectors) over rugged terrain, up hill, over streams and rocks, through woods and sometimes in driving rain and strong winds. If you are not able to endure this environment you should seriously consider not trekking in TDP. The routes themselves are sign-posted clearly with orange-painted poles and well-trodden paths and, in the summer season (Dec – Jan – Feb) there will be numerous other hikers about. Nevertheless, this is wilderness country, very remote and subject to sudden changes in weather that can make conditions tough. Do NOT go off the trail because even if you have the slightest incident like a twisted ankle you may find that no one will find you.

It is essential that all walkers have the right clothing and food, and know what to do it they are caught out in extreme, unpredicted bad weather.

Note: Refugio Pehoe is NOW Refugio Paine Grande.

Torres del Paine Circuit Route

This is the route that goes in a circle around the back of the Central Massif, but also takes in the “W” route too. You can start this route at either the Refugio Las Torres or Refugio Chileno end, or from Refugio Paine Grande or from Refugio Grey and go clockwise or anticlockwise.

Torres del Paine W Route

The W route is called so because it forms a pattern in the shape of a “W”. It can be started either at the Refugio Las Torres or Refugio Chileno end, or the Refugio Grey end, or even at Refugio Paine Grande, which is almost central in the route.

Torres del Paine Refugios Quality and Services

The quality of refugio’s varies and not all the camp sites are serviced. Herewith is a brief summary of what is on offer from the refugio’s and serviced camp sites on the “Circuit” and “W” routes:

Refugio & Camping Las Torres NORTE

A decent hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Food service. Grocery store.

Refugio & Camping Las Torres CENTRAL (only 50mts from Norte).

A modern hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining area. Grocery store. Made-up beds available.

Refugio & Camping Chileno

A basic hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining room. Grocery store.

Refugio & Camping Cuernos

A basic hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining room. Grocery store.

Cabanas Cuernos (close to the refugio)

The cabanas are built for two people, hot tubs for up to 8 people to share. Use of dining room in the refugio. Grocery store at refugio. The cabanas include a made-up bed.

Refugio & Camping & Domos Paine Grande

A modern hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining area. Grocery store. Made-up beds available.

Refugio & Camping Grey

A basic hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining room. Grocery store.

Camping Los Perros (can rent tent, but best to bring own tent)

A serviced camp site. Food service. Grocery store.

Refugio Dickson

A basic hostel with camp site. Dorm rooms, bunk beds. Shared, but segregated shower rooms. Dining room. Grocery store.

Camping Serron (can rent tent, but best to bring your own)