Patagonia: Torres del Paine Expedition Dispatches
Patagonia, Torres del Paine – The W trek
October 24 – November 2, 2015
Enjoy our adventure of a lifetime throughout the midst of glaciers, granite towers, turquoise lakes and the vast grasslands of Patagonia. The rare and ecologically‐rich environment of Torres del Paine National Park is considered one of the premier treks in the world and represents one of the many breath‐taking places protected for its scenic beauty and ecological significance.
The journey begins at the southern tip of the Americas in Punta Arenas, Chile, the historic port city where many of the early Antarctic expeditions began. After our time in Punta Arenas, the team will travel north to Torres del Paine National Park and truly begin their adventure. We will set out to complete the famous “W Trek” alongside the iconic Paine Massif. Highlights of the circuit are countless, but some notable sights will include the massive Grey Glacier, the John Gardner Pass, the Valley of Silence and French Valley, and the countless towering peaks and turquoise lakes that will continuously surround us.
Hikers:
- Doug Welland
- Andrew Welland
Guides:
- Osvaldo Cortez
- Claudio Bravo
Latest News and Daily Dispatches:
- November 01, 2015 – A Recap of Doug and Andrew Welland’s trip to Torres del Paine
- October 30, 2015 – Visiting the Magellanic Penguins at Magdalena Island
- October 29, 2015 – On the W Trek – Refugio Cuernos to Refugio Paine Grande
- October 28, 2015 – Resting at our Cabin in Refugio Cuernos
- October 27, 2015 – Our First 24 Hours in the Park!
- October 25, 2015 – Our Trip Begins in the City of Punta Arenas
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