This route is part of the renowned “W” trekking circuit within Torres del Paine National Park. Known for its demanding nature, it lives up to its reputation due to the steep slopes and challenging terrain, offering open views weather permitting.
Duration: Full Day – 14 Hrs. 
Transfer Time Roundtrip: 4 Hrs. 
Trail Type: Roundtrip 
Walking Time: 9 Hrs. 
Distance: 22km / 13,5 Mi. 
Elevation Gain: 1.500 Mt / 5.000 Ft. 
Elevation Loss: 1.500 Mt / 5.000 Ft 
Maximum Altitude: 870 Mt/ 2.900 Ft. 
Lunch Place: Exposed 
Located in the eastern part of the park in the Ascencio Valley, it serves as a natural entry point for an intense and progressive hike, dotted with numerous scenic viewpoints overlooking rivers, streams, and mountain slopes.
*For this excursion, the use of trekking poles and helmets is mandatory; the hotel provides these items for its guests.
The ascent passes through Lenga beech forests and Andean shrubland before navigating glacial moraines composed of exposed granite blocks shaped by the harsh Patagonian climate. Upon reaching the Towers Lookout, hikers are rewarded with one of the most iconic views in this region—a breathtaking amphitheater of rocky peaks and glaciers.
We provide travelers with trekking poles, helmets and give them a reusable water bottle.
