Valle del Francés en Torres del Paine

French Valley Trek

4.9 / 546 reviews
October to April

If you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 48 hours before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Take this French Valley Trek of high-intensity and discover the landscapes of the middle track of the W Circuit. Transportation from Puerto Natales included.


Duration:

16 hours

Times:

05:10 am to 09:00 pm

Minimum of passengers:

6 personas


Included:

  • Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
  • Shared transportation
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)

Not included:

  • Accommodation
  • Entrance fee to the Torres del Paine National Park (CLP$ 9.900 per adult resident in Chile and CLP$ 34.000 per adult non-resident in Chile)
  • Lake Pehoe Catamaran (see details in FAQ's)
  • Hiking poles

Restrictions:

  • Not allowed for pregnant women
  • Minimum age required of 14 years old

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • If you cancel your booking up to 48 hours before the activity starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to book. If you cancel with less notice, no refund will be issued.

What to bring:

  • Warm clothing
  • Waterproof clothing
  • Trekking shoes
  • Hat to protect against the sun
  • Sunglasses

Description

Price

  • Until March 30, 2026: CLP$ 85.000 per person.
  • From September 1, 2026: CLP$ 94.000  per person.


We’ll leave Puerto Natales and head to Pudeto to board the catamaran to Paine Grande Refuge. From here begins the iconic French Valley Trek, one of the highlights of the W Circuit in Torres del Paine.


The trail runs along the north shore of Lake Pehoé, with emerald waters and breathtaking views of the Cuernos del Paine. As the path gets steeper, you’ll pass the Lake Skottsberg and enjoy views of the Paine Massif, before reaching the Italian Camp, gateway to the valley.


You’ll continue for 1.5 hours to the French Viewpoint, where you’ll admire the peaks Hoja, Espada, and Fortaleza, as well as Nordenskjöld, Pehoé, and Toro lakes. After taking in these amazing landscapes, you’ll hike back to Paine Grande, completing nearly 20 km of trekking, then return by catamaran to Pudeto and back to Puerto Natales.


Important notes


  • The trek is 20 km in total with high difficulty.
  • Itinerary subject to weather conditions.
  • The catamaran is included, but schedules may vary by season.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Catamaran tickets for Lake Pehoé must be purchased online, no later than one month before the start of the excursion, at https://catamaranpehoe.com. When purchasing, please consider only the following schedules:


    • Outbound (Pudeto → Paine Grande):
    • 08:30 if you’re doing the activity until March.
    • 10:30 if you’re doing the activity in April.
    • Return (Paine Grande → Pudeto):
    • 18:40 if you’re doing the activity until March.
    • 17:40 if you’re doing the activity in April.
  • Residents in Chile


    Day Pass:

    • Adult: CLP$ 9.400 per person
    • Teen (ages 13–17): CLP$ 5.200 per person
    • Child (ages 0–11) and senior (60+): Free (a ticket is still required)


    Multi-day Pass (up to 10 days):

    • Adult: CLP$ 14.200 per person
    • Teen (ages 13–17): CLP$ 8.200 per person
    • Child (ages 0–11) and senior (60+): Free (a ticket is still required)


    Non-residents of Chile


    Day Pass:

    • Adult: CLP$ 32.400 per person
    • Teen (ages 13–17): CLP$ 16.600 per person
    • Child (ages 0–12): Free (a ticket is still required)


    Multi-day Pass (up to 10 days):

    • Adult: CLP$ 48.500 per person
    • Teen (ages 13–17): CLP$ 16.600 per person
    • Child (ages 0–12): Free (a ticket is still required)
  • The entrance fee for Torres del Paine National Park must necessarily be bought not later than the day before the excursion, in https://www.pasesparques.cl/en. At the moment of the pickup, the guide will ask for the entrance fees to all passengers, including children and adults over the age of 60. If one of them does not have the tickets, he or she will not be able to make the tour and there will be no refund.

  • The entrance fee is valid for 3 consecutive days, so you can re-enter without paying again, as long as you pass for one of the entrances so valid your ticket.

    • Residents in Chile: CLP$ 52,000 round trip, per person.
    • Non-residents in Chile: US$ 60 round trip, per person.
  • To book French Valley Trek, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 48 hours in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
  • A minimum of 6 people is required to confirm the service. If this number is not met, we will offer you the closest available dates or a full refund. The earlier you book, the more time we have to add passengers and confirm the departure.