ULTRA PAINE - TRAIL RUNNING TORRES DEL PAINE

Highlights

Highlights

• Experience a unique Patagonian Safari.
• Discover Torres del Paine National Park with EcoCamp Patagonia.
• 3 nights in a cozy EcoCamp Dome.
• Choose between nature walks and demanding treks.
• See unique flora and fauna.
• Get a well-deserved rest after the race.

Included

Included

• 1-night accommodation in Puerto Natales in a 3* star hotel. (optional upgrade to 4*).
• 3 nights accommodation at EcoCamp’s Suite, Superior or Standard Domes.
• All ground transport as indicated in the itinerary.
• Airport pick-up drop-off.
• Full Day excursion on day 3 and 4
• English speaking guide. Guide ratio 1:12. Max group size: 16 people.
  • Meals:
    Day 1: None.
    Day 2: Breakfast and Dinner.
    Day 3: Breakfast, boxlunch and dinner.
    Day 5: Breakfast, boxlunch and dinner.
    Day 4: Breakfast and boxlunch.
• Transportation to/from El Calafate (This includes bus tickets and van transportation between hotels and the bus terminal). Subject to availability.

Not included

• Registration for the Ultra Trail Torres del Paine.
• Transfer from El Calafate/ Argentina. 
• Flight tickets.
• Insurance. (it is mandatory you purchase appropriate insurance for this trip).
• Voluntary tipping of guides and staff.
• Soft drinks or snacks not served with the meals included at the EcoCamp.
• Items of personal nature.

Accommodation

EcoCamp Patagonia

Ecocamp Patagonia is located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, with views of the majestic granite towers. The region’s first sustainable lodge south of the Amazon and the first of its kind in the Patagonian wilderness, EcoCamp offers upscale camping in domes inspired by the region’s ancient nomadic inhabitants. Children from 6 to 12 years receive a 50% discount if staying with their parents in the same dome (advisable 6 years minimum age). Discount will be applied after the online inquiry. Check out the kids' guide to EcoCamp!

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 28m²/300ft²)

Suite domes were designed to further our goal of providing comfort in a natural setting with minimal environmental impact, and also maintain the hotel’s familiar and cozy vibe. The domes have comfortable double or twin beds, a wood stove and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Suite Dome Loft
(2 floors, Heating & Private bathroom, 37m²/398ft²)

Suite dome lofts are two-storey domes which fit up to four people and have comfortable double or twin beds both up and downstairs. These domes, ideal for families or groups of friends, come with a wood stove, a private terrace and a private bathroom with a state-of-the-art composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Superior Dome
(Heating & Private bathroom, 23m²/250ft²)

Spacious, comfortable and equipped with private bathrooms, Superior Domes are the optimum choice for trekkers wanting that bit more space and comfort at the end of a long day’s walk. Each Superior Dome has comfortable queen-size or twin beds, a propane heater, skylight windows and a private bathroom with a sophisticated composting toilet.

EcoCamp Patagonia Standard Dome
(Shared bathroom, 10m²/108ft²)

EcoCamp Standard domes were the world's first lodge accommodation in geodesic shape. They are resistant to the strong Patagonian winds, and come equipped with two single beds (doubles on request), cozy fleece blankets and feather quilts. There are windows in the ceiling for stargazing. Standard domes include shared bathrooms which are large, comfortable and gender divided.

Facts

Departures

Departure date will be September 29th. The race will be run on September 30th.*

*This applies to the following distances: 80K - 50K - 42K - 35K - 21K. For runners taking the 14K and 7K versions, the program will start on September 30th.

Starting / finishing point

The trip starts on a Friday with a morning pick-up either at your Punta Arenas Hotel or at Punta Arenas Airport.
The trip ends with a drop-off at Punta Arenas Airport in the afternoon.  Please visit our Weekly Transfer Board for details of EcoCamp pick up and drop off times.

Transport

In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia, transport will be in minivans that normally seat from 8 to 14 people.

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. In addition, the strong marine influence and the effect of the Southern Patagonia Icefield make the weather hard to predict. In spring or early summer, fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning, bringing rain and even snow. Even in summer (December to March), you should come prepared to find strong cold winds (up to 130km/hr) and rainfall. The summer’s average temperature is 11ºC/52ºF (24ºCmax, 2ºC min). However, just as quickly as the weather turns nasty, it can become lovely and sunny. So come prepared for all types of weather!

What you need to bring

Passengers need to be prepared for summer and winter all at once. Essential equipment includes:

• One day backpack. (10liters - to carry camera, glasses, raincoat, etc)
• Trekking or hiking boots.
• Extra shoes for evenings or in case others get wet.
• Waterproof jacket.
• Two pairs of woolen socks.
• Fleece jacket or sweater.
• Shorts or comfortable loose pants.
• Sun protection. (glasses, hat, lip balm, and screen)
• Optional Capilene underwear for the upper and lower body.
• US$ in cash for buying extra drinks/snacks or souvenirs in Torres del Paine National Park.

Itinerary modifications

We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on safety/weather considerations.