Explorations in
Torres del Paine

Discover one of the most scenic hikes in the Explora Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve. Explore lenga forests, sweeping views of the Paine Massif, and condor cliffs from the Obelisco Lookout.

We hike across the steppe of the reserve, surrounded by mountains, steppe and valleys. Aloong the way, you will be able to enjoy views of the Paine range, Cerro Obelisco, Laguna Jara and Sierra Baguales. The local flora is rich in coirón, matabarrosa and ñirre, while the fauna includes guanacos, pumas, chingues, caranchyos, condors and flamingoes, among others. In this area you can see the history of the occupation of the province of Última Esperanza, due to the old estate that was here. You will also learn about the history of Lady Florence Dixie, the first woman explorer in Patagonia.

We walked through the western sector of the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve, with views of the Zamora Canyon and river, passing through Magellanic forests and rock monoliths. Throughout the journey, one can admire views of the impressive "V"-shaped canyon of the Zamora River and the Paine mountain range, including the Obelisco Hill. The local flora is rich in coiron, matabarrosa, lenga, mataguanacos, and nirre, while the fauna includes guanacos, pumas, chingues, caranchos, condors, bandurria, chuncho, among others.

We leave the stables on horseback and ride toward Laguna Jara, where we will have a view of steppes, La Vega (wetland), ñirre forests and regenerative grazing areas.

We leave the stables on horseback and ride across the steppe of the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve, passing Laguna Jara before reaching the El Mercado outpost, an old shelter on the estate used by gauchos to protect the place and the cattle.

We leave the stables on horseback to visit different sectors of the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve. We will pass the Santa Gemita outpost, a cultural vestige of the Patagonian estates.

We leave the stables on horseback and ride toward the forest sector of the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve. Different Patagonian landscapes can be seen, such as the steppe, forests, La Vega (wetland) and the Zamora Valley, in addition to diverse wildlife like guanacos, pumas, condors, caranchos and bandurrias.