We begin early today with a drive through the southern reaches of The Torres del Paine National Park. The ride is a scenic one, passing emerald lagoons, cascading waterfalls and massive granite walls. Leaving our vehicle behind, we load our gear onto the ferry and cross the waters of Lake Pehoe. Our destination is the Grey Glacier, a wall of ancient ice sculpted by time and the elements. It is not uncommon to see pieces calving thunderously into the deep grey lake below.
Lunch is a picnic in the wilderness.
The day concludes in the Pehoe Refugio. 3-6 hours of easy hiking, although strong winds can make the trip more strenuous. Another day on foot today hiking through the French Valley and on to the Campamento Italiano. The landscape today is one of rugged mountain ranges, evergreen forests and interesting species of wildlife including guanacos, condors and pink flamingos. We will have a clear view of the famous Horns of Paine as we approach the valley.