Rock Climbing in Torres del Paine: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

GRANITE GRANITE, EVERYWHERE

The iconic "towers" that give the Torres del Paine National Park its name are actually massive granite spires that protrude nearly 3000m above the surrounding Patagonian steppe in southern Chile. When it comes to rock climbing, there is no better surface to scale than granite.

OTHERWORLDLY BEAUTY

Everywhere you turn, there are turquoise lagoons, massive glaciers, bright blue icebergs, and flora and fauna typical of the Patagonian steppe. When you climb in Torres del Paine, you get to see it all from up above. You will be in awe of its otherworldly beauty.

OPPOSITE SEASONS

That's right! When its winter in the Northern Hemisphere, it's summer in Torres del Paine. Escape the cold winter months at home and fly south for another round of climbing in Chile! During peak season, you can enjoy up to 18 hours of daylight due to Torres' extreme austral location.

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Well, that's a difficult question to answer. The weather in Torres del Paine is changeable and unpredictable as it is in much of Patagonia. They say you can experience all four seasons in a single day, so you need to be prepared for anything and everything. Fierce winds are also possible.

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Due to the extreme austral location of the Torres del Paine National Park, it's best to climb during the peak of summer when temperatures are warmer and days are longer. The best months for rock climbing are December, January and February.

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Due to the often changeable and unpredictable weather patterns, we recommend building some extra days into your rock climbing itinerary. This way, you'll be able climb on those days when the conditions are most favorable and rest when the weather is bad.