The 15 Best Puerto Natales Tours & Day Trips

1.Base of the Towers Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 727 reviews · 15 hours · from $90Our pick

Join a bilingual guide such as Camilo, Hugo, Carolina, or Joaquín for a demanding 22 km day hike from Puerto Natales to the Base of the Towers. Expect an early pickup, lenga forest, glacier streams, steep boulders, Lake Nordenskjöld views, and a late return. Poles are provided, but food, park entry, and warm waterproof clothing are your responsibility.

“Although we did not get the best weather for a view of the towers, we had a great time hiking, accompanied by Hugo and Ricardo. They were excellent guides that kept us motivated throughout the day, took care of our wellbeing and were a joy to chat with throughout. We ended the hike completely wet so I would highly recommend bringing a change of clothes, rain-proof jacket and backpack protector just in case! I would gladly repeat this experience on a sunnier day.”

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2.Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 434 reviews · 16 hours · from $229

Travel from El Calafate into Chile with bilingual guides such as Carla, Matías, Natalia, or Silvestre. Expect a long but well-organized bus ride, border formalities, boxed lunch, several viewpoints, and an easy 1.5-hour walk beside Lake Nordenskjöld. The park scenery is spectacular, but you will spend much of the day on the road.

“Daytrip was very okay. Guide was super. Only what bothers is the high price. We paid 180$ each person only for the transport and lunch because the ticket you have to buy yourselves. We were with a large group (30 people) so 5400$ the company earned that day. I think this can cheaper.”

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3.3-Hour Scenic Boat Tour to Grey Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 4 hours · from $120

Cruise Grey Lake for about three hours to the towering Grey Glacier, with English or Spanish guidance, mountain views, floating ice, and a pisco sour. Allow extra time for the 3-kilometer beach walk between the car park and catamaran. The boat has seating for 98 people and an outdoor deck.

“It was an amazing experience! Be prepared for a 1.4 mile (2.2km) walk on beach and rocks to get to the boat (and the same distance back). Our day was super windy so it made the walk more difficult. They plan for that in the timing of everything. 100% worth it though! The Calafate Sour was a nice treat too”

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4.Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 11 hours · from $83Best value

Travel by comfortable shared vehicle from Puerto Natales through Torres del Paine with bilingual guides such as Cami, Ignacio, and Margo. Stop at major lakes, Cuernos del Paine, Salto Grande, Lago Grey, and Milodon Cave. Short walks, wildlife viewing, hotel pickup, and flexible weather-based routing make this a strong overview of Patagonia.

“Camila she was the best guide ever. I love her energy and truly enjoyed this trip with her🥰 It was a fantastic experience! Highly recommended”

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5.Torres del Paine Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 196 reviews · 10 hours · from $90

Travel from Puerto Natales through Patagonia to Torres del Paine National Park, stopping at Nordenskjold Lake, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande, and Gray Lake. You will walk to a beach with icebergs, visit Milodon Cave, and return by van. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, and transport are included. Park and cave entry fees, lunch, and large bags are not.

“Love the sights we were brought to. Ample time was given. The small group size was just right. Our guide was informative and keep the group on time. We had a great time and some of us became friends.”

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6.Base of the Towers Trekking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 191 reviews · 14 hours · from $95

Leave Puerto Natales before sunrise for a demanding full-day trek to the Base of the Towers. You’ll hike through the Asencio Valley, forest, and rocky moraine with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, then return by van. Guides such as Sebastian, Daniel, Pablo, and Ramiro have earned praise for encouragement and care, but you need strong fitness, proper boots, food, and rain gear.

“Pablo and Claudia were amazing guides, super helpful and very knowledgeable, always were attentive to everyone in the group being well”

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7.Puero Natales: Glacier Tour with Lunch & Whiskey Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 110 reviews · 10 hours · from $279

Spend 10 hours cruising from Puerto Natales through Ultima Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda Glacier and Serrano Glacier. You’ll hike to a Serrano viewpoint in Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, eat lunch at Estancia Perales, and enjoy whiskey over ancient glacier ice. Spanish and English guides lead the outing. Bring your passport or ID.

“El recorrido por el fiordo, los paisajes, la atención a bordo y, por supuesto, el almuerzo. Todo espectacular.”

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8.Base Torres Small Group Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 14 hours · from $88

Spend 14 hours hiking from Puerto Natales to Mirador Base Las Torres with a group of up to 12. A bilingual WFR-certified guide sets the pace, while a second guide joins larger groups. Expect a demanding 20 km trail, 900 meters of climbing, a rocky moraine finish, shared transport, and about an hour at the viewpoint.

“You guys have really good guides Ceci and Alan guided us safely, were really attentive towards our personal wellbeing and accommodating to the pace which different people are walking at and pretty knowledgeable about what we saw on the hike. Loved it. Was a pleasure hiking with you! The pickup and drive ther was smooth (thanks Ale)!”

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9.Day Trip to Perito Moreno Glacier Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 100 reviews · 16 hours · from $175

Travel from Puerto Natales across the Chilean-Argentine border to Los Glaciares National Park and Perito Moreno Glacier. An English- or Spanish-speaking guide joins the outing, often in El Calafate. Expect a long bus day, striking Patagonian scenery, glacier viewpoints, and an optional boat ride. Bring your passport, Argentine pesos, and lunch.

“Very long day. I did it after a long hike day and it was nice to do something that didn’t require a lot. Crossing the boarder was clear. We didn’t pick up our guide until we got into El Calafate.”

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10.Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers Boat Tour and traditional lunch.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 95 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $256

Leave central Puerto Natales at 7:00 a.m. for a full-day catamaran trip through Ultima Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. Expect wildlife, waterfalls, a 40-minute forest walk, glacier ice whisky, and a traditional ranch lunch with lamb, chicken, or vegetarian choices.

“The day tour was really great! Beautiful sights glaciers wild animals waterfalls staff on board really nice and helpful good lunch with barbecue in a remote place! However I was shocked to realize that Viator cashed TWICE the price for the tour. A commission on the price is understandable but a 50% is outrageous . I strongly advise people to book their tours on site with locals there are lots of options. I will NEVER use Viator again it was not commercial and it was abusive.”

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11.Trekking Base Torres – Torres del Paine trek from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $99

Leave Puerto Natales early for Torres del Paine National Park and hike 20 km through Ascensio Valley and lenga forest to the famous Base Torres viewpoint. Expect 10 to 12 hours, a steep final moraine, changing weather, and strong guide support from names such as Pablo, Sebastián, Leo, and Ramiro.

“Tough trek but well worth it for the view. Phillipe and Emilia were great. They kept the group moving although we were of various abilities.”

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12.Full-Day Torres del Paine National Park from El Calafate

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $304

Ride from El Calafate to Torres del Paine in a 4x4 Overland Truck with an English and Spanish guide. You’ll cross into Chile, stop at Cerro Castillo, Grey Glacier, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande, and several viewpoints. Guides such as Santiago, Gaston, Jaime, Kati, and Juan have led recent departures. Lunch, Wi-Fi, a toilet, and hotel pickup are included.

“The guides were the best. Also comfortable 4x4 bus with heating and wifi. Long drive but beautiful. Breathtaking views and glad I did it in low season.”

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13.Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier (Natales)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Leave Puerto Natales around 6:20 to 6:30 am for Perito Moreno Glacier. You will cross into Argentina, meet a bilingual guide in El Calafate, and spend about two hours at the glacier. Walk the viewpoints or add a one-hour boat trip. Francisco, Felipe, and Paloma are among the staff praised for friendly, careful service.

“The information about the tour states that the guide is bilingual in English and Spanish. They do not tell you that the guide is only with you for about 2 hours out of the 16. The driver who is with you all day does not speak English. Any information he gave during the trip we did not understand. We had to go through an immigration checkpoint, fill out paperwork for immigration and figure out what time we had to be back to the bus during the 4 stops. Luckily there was one person on the bus who spoke English and he was very helpful. The bilingual guide was picked up…”

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14.Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Sightseeing Cruise from Puerto Natales

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 48 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $271

Set out from Puerto Natales on a catamaran through Ultima Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. Expect about three hours on the water, wildlife sightings, a guided forest walk in Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, glacier views, drinks, and an included lunch. Hotel pickup is not included, and the boat can carry up to 120 people.

“Best tour in Puerto Natales! Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers are more beautiful than any of the other glaciers in the area and can only be accessed via boat. The boat is very comfortable with great service. Includes a very scenic hike to Serrano Glacier and excellent lunch at a local ranch.”

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15.P. Natales: Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers with Lunch & Whisky

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 44 reviews · 10 hours · from $313

Travel from Puerto Natales through Última Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. You will see waterfalls and wildlife, hike for about an hour through coihue and ñirre forest, toast with whisky over ancient ice, and eat Cordero al Palo at Estancia Perales. A bilingual guide leads the 10-hour trip.

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