Travelling north from Punta Arenas it will take you
approximately six hours to reach the entrance to the park. Covering an
area of over 180,000 hectares, Torres del Paine has been declared a world
heritage site by UNESCO. The centrepiece of the park are the mighty Torres,
huge granite pillars that rise upwards from the surrounding mountains.
Visible throughout the park, the Torres can be visited as part of a day
trek, or can be included as part of a longer circuit. There is an abundant
supply of wildlife and several bird species that can be found nowhere
else. If you are a keen walker then you will want to allow yourself at
least a couple of days to explore. Alternatively, you can visit the park
by horseback, jeep or by boat. Visit brilliant blue lakes and sprawling
glaciers, then jump into the outdoor Jacuzzi and indulge yourself in
the luxurious surroundings of the Hotel Explora.
Properties
Explora
This has to be one of the world’s best located properties. All
50 rooms have commanding views either towards Macizo del Paine or the Salto Chico
Waterfall. Enjoy a day’s walking in the park; then relax with a glass of
champagne in one of the property’s outdoor Jacuzzis. There is also an indoor
swimming pool and an exceptional restaurant. Daily activities and excursions
are included in your stay.
From the icy waters around Cape Horn to the dry deserts of Peru,
Chile’s landscape is stunning and incredibly varied. The Pacific is
never far away and the Andes Mountains, which form the backbone
of the country, loom large. Sit back with a glass of Chilean wine
and take it all in.
