Patagonia W Trek
Thursday, December 19, 2024
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Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Patagonia
Intermediate
Hike
$2,600
Soophia Ansari
Trek to one of the world’s greatest natural splendors: Patagonia! You will explore the Chilean Torres del Paine National Park via the W Trek on this trek. You will walk alongside the breathtaking “Cuernos des Paine” and be amazed by the shapes of the “Francés Valley. You will end your trek at the magnificent Grey Glacier, and the southernmost tip of the Chilean Patagonia’s Southern Ice Fields where ice blends into clouds on the horizon.
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This trek covers a distance of approximately 80 kilometers (50 miles), with varied daily hikes ranging from 11 to 22 kilometers (7 to 14 miles). The route is shaped like a "W," traversing the park's most iconic features, including the towering granite spires of Torres del Paine, the breathtaking French Valley, and the stunning Grey Glacier.
The most strenuous section is the hike to the base of the Torres, with an elevation gain of around 900 meters (2,950 feet) over a 9-kilometer (5.6-mile) stretch. Other sections, like the trek through the French Valley, also involve substantial elevation changes, though the exact figures can fluctuate depending on the specific trail variations. Overall, the W Trek demands a moderate to high level of fitness, as hikers must be prepared for both steep climbs and long distances. Despite the challenges, the unparalleled views and the sense of accomplishment at the end of the trek make it an unforgettable adventure.
Soophia Ansari
Trip Lead
Soophia is a Pakistani-American, Muslim outdoor enthusiast who is passionate about learning and growing in nature and through the teachings of Indigenous wisdom. The child of desi immigrants with limited resources, Soophia struggled to find her place in the outdoor recreation world until her late 20s, when she connected with a network of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) mentors skilled in backpacking, mountaineering, and climbing. With a community of support behind her, Soophia thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2023, backpacking 2,650 miles from Mexico Canada. She hopes to pay it forward by mentoring the next generation of Muslim hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
