Experience what Lonely Planet calls "the best trek in Patagonia" at the far reaches of the South American continent. Walk through the Dientes de Navarino massif, trek along rural roads through and alongside forests, peat bogs, valleys, ponds, lakes and rivers. Pause at the hike’s summit to take in the stunning views of the Beagle Channel, Nassau Bay, the Wollaston archipelago, the mythical archipelago of Cape Horn and the cities of Puerto Williams and Ushuaia.
We’ll start the trip by flying from Punta Arenas to the small town of Puerto Williams*, followed by an afternoon outing to the OMORA Ethnobotanical Park to experience “magnifying glass tourism,” a new venture that opens up the world of miniature lichens, moss and bryophyte forests. We will then enjoy a nice meal and have a briefing about the next day’s trekking excursion.
Overnight at Errante Lodge
*Flights from Punta Arenas to Puerto Williams are not available on Sundays.
Let the adventure begin! Today we'll start the Dientes Circuit and take in amazing views of the Beagle Channel and Puerto Williams as we walk towards the Salto Lagoon. Depending on the weather conditions, we will either tackle the high-end slope of the Robalo Valley or move along the back of the valley. Either way, the landscape is unreal and we'll get to the night’s camping spot in time for a warm dinner.
4 - 5 hour walk
On day two, we’ll cross the Dientes de Navarino Cordillera while enjoying the breathtaking views of Nassau Bay and Wollaston islands, both part of the fabled Cape Horn. After passing by several scenic lakes, we'll climb Ventarron path (696 mts) for an incredible view of the Dientes de Navarino mountain peaks and across to Mount Codrington. Get your cameras ready! We will then continue to enjoy the landscape while on the way to Laguna Martillo, our second camping site.
5.5 hour walk
After a good night's rest, we'll grab our packs and continue to Guerrico Valley, walking through beautiful forests that reward us with amazing views of Montes Lindenmayer peak. We will then climb Virginia pass (860 mts high), taking in the incredible views across the sea of Tierra del Fuego. We will then reach the campsite in time to dine and rest.
6 hour walk
Today is our last day of walking and it’s a downhill jaunt toward the ocean. We’ll reach Errante Lodge in time to enjoy a nice lunch and then have the rest of the day to rest, walk around the village and share stories about your experience trekking the southernmost circuit in the world. Dinner will be waiting for you at the lodge at the end of the day.
4.5 hour walk
After breakfast, it’s time to say “adiós” to Navarino Island! We’ll depart on a short flight out of Puerto Williams and return to Punta Arenas.
Errante is an ecological refuge at the end of the world. Built by its owners' hands, this small and charming lodge has great views to the Beagle Channel.
Camping (Nights 2, 3 & 4)During the trek we will camp in places suitable to spend the night.
*Note: Please be aware you will have to carry your own backpack, daily snack, mat and sleeping bag.
Regular departures are available on the Book Now section. Alternative dates can be requested to our sales team.
Regular departures not available on Tuesdays or Sundays because of flight availability.
The trip starts and ends at Punta Arenas Airport*
* This trip can also start in Ushuaia if requested (not available while the border crossing remains closed).
This trip is suitable for skilled trekkers in excellent physical condition. The trek passes through uneven terrain and high water marks: 100 – 800 – 515 – 700 – 510 – 575 – 420 – 830 – 0 meters above sea level.
Due to rough weather conditions, the level of difficulty could increase as there is no forest protection.
* This trip is not available for children under 12 years old.
Minimum: 2 people; maximum: 8 people
The climate of Puerto Williams is a temperate, sub-polar oceanic climate. The summers are short and cool while the winters are long and wet, but moderate. Rainfall is around 512.3 mm (20 inches) a year and temperatures are steady throughout the year. Snowfall can occur in summer. Regions in the world with similar climates to southern Tierra del Fuego include the Alexander Archipelago around Sitka in Alaska, Scotland and the coast of Norway.
Once you book the trip, we will send you a pre-trip information booklet with detailed information about your trip with us.
We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide and based upon operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on these.
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Updated October 4th, 2022
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