Trekking in Torres del Paine : Patagonia's premier national parks in Chile and Argentina, including Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy areas

Explore the wild heart of Torres del Paine National Park and neighbouring Los Glaciares National Park, home to towering granite spires, vast icefields, sweeping valleys, and the fierce Patagonian winds. Iconic routes like the Torres del Paine Circuit ('O') and Half Circuit ('W') showcase this remote wilderness, making it one of the world's premier trekking destinations. Written by experienced guidebook author Rudolf Abraham, this is your complete companion for discovering this remarkable part of Patagonia on foot. The guide covers eight carefully described walking and trekking routes: four multi-day treks including the Torres del Paine Circuit (10–11 days, 141 km), the Half Circuit (5 days, 71 km), a trek in the Cerro Fitz Roy area (4 days, 39 km), and Río Pingo and Mirador Zapata (3 days, 33 km), plus four shorter day walks throughout the national parks for added flexibility. Sketch maps for every route help you visualise paths on the ground and understand key waypoints and highlights, so you can navigate Patagonia's varied terrain with confidence. Detailed information on accommodation, facilities, and planning gives you the insight you need for logistics—from refugios and campsites inside the national parks to services in gateway towns such as Puerto Natales and El Calafate. Practical advice on travel, visas, transport, local weather, and equipment preparation ensures you're well-prepared for trekking in some of South America's most dynamic and changeable conditions. This is your essential guide to exploring Patagonia's most dramatic landscapes with confidence.