Destination Torres del Paine - The Patagonia Camp Experience
​(Tour Report Nov 2009 - Updated Oct 2013)
In the heart of Chilean Patagonia lies a region of extraordinary beauty – the Torres del Paine National Park. It is here, on the shores of Lake Toro that Chile’s first luxury camp, Patagonia Camp, was built providing guests with a gateway to explore the region in style.   Patagonia Camp introduces guests to the concept of “glamping”, or glamorous camping.   The “camp” is made up of 18 Yurts, each with their own private terrace, bathroom and fully equipped bedroom/living space with a king sized bed or two twin beds. Gone are the days of struggling to put up a synthetic tent and surviving for days on end without the mod cons of everyday life. The yurts are all permanent structures providing guests with comfy bedding, closets to hang their clothes, central heating, hair dryers, phones and bathroom amenities.
Nestled into a forest of beech trees with amazing views to Lake Toro and the Paine Massif, Patagonia Camp is the ideal place to experience the ruggedness and adventure of Patagonia in combination with comfort and luxury.  Inside the yurts you will encounter the sensation of being at one with Nature, hearing the wind rustling in the trees, the rain pattering on the roof, hearing the calls of wildlife. Through the yurt’s skylight you can gaze into the blue skies above or doze off viewing the sparkling stars at night.
Stays at Patagonia Camp are packaged into a 3, 4 or 5 Night All-Inclusive Program.  Imagine arriving  at your destination and having everything organized for you!  That’s the way it is at Patagonia Camp! Included in your package are: return transfers to/from Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales, luxury accommodation, daily meals including buffet breakfast, boxed lunch and dinner with Matetic Vineyard wines, a Patagonian BBQ, and daily excursions to the Torres del Paine National Park ​with bilingual guides and park entrance fees paid.
On your first night at Patagonia Camp you will meet with the guides to discuss the program and excursions offered for the following day.  The guides have all been working in the area for many years and have a wealth of knowledge to share with guests to enhance their stay.  Each day there is a choice of a full day or two half day excursions.  These are taken in comfortable minivans in small groups.  Groups never exceed 10, ensuring that each guest receives a personal experience.
​Throughout your stay you will be sure to see Torres del Paine’s most important viewpoints and attractions including the Grey Lake, Torres del Paine Base, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande, Laguna Verde and many more. The Park also has an abundance of wildlife and you will be sure to see various species of native birds such as flamingos and condors plus packs of guanacos, relatives of the llama family.  If you’re very lucky you may even get to see one of the park’s elusive pumas!
On return to the lodge after a long day of exploring you will have some time to relax and enjoy the facilities and surroundings of Patagonia Camp before dinner.  On a cool spring evening you could take a warm bubble bath in your yurt followed by a soothing massage.  Or on a warm summer evening, relax in the bar overlooking Lake Toro with a pisco sour, or just reading a book or surfing the internet in the lounge.
Each morning you will wake up to a buffet breakfast consisting of sliced fruits, ham, cheeses, breads and pastries plus freshly squeezed juices.  During your excursions your guides set-up a spectacular picnic with one of the Park's main sights as a backdrop.  Dinners are always 3 course, delighting you with local produce such as lamb and southern hake, with fresh fruits & vegetables.  One of the highlights of the trip is dining on the famous Patagonian BBQ of Magellanic lamb, slow-roasted by the talented chef.
Patagonia Camp is truly a unique way to visit Torres del Paine.  ​
​Please consider this outstanding option which we strongly believe is an experience not to be missed!