Trekking in Torres del Paine : Patagonia's premier national parks in Chile and Argentina, including Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy areas

A guidebook to 8 walking and trekking routes in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park and Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park. Exploring the beautiful scenery of Patagonia, the routes are suitable for trekkers with some experience.

The routes are presented as 4 multi-day treks, ranging from 3 to 11 days in length, and 4 shorter day walks. The 10-day, 141km (88 mile) Torres del Paine circuit (or 'O') and 5-day, 71km (44 mile) half circuit (or 'W') are detailed with side trips to the 'towers' and the Valle Francés. A 4-day, 39km (24 mile) trek in the Cerro Fitz Roy area of Los Glaciares National Park is also described.

Sketch maps included for each walk
Detailed information on accommodation and facilities
Advice on planning and preparation
Highlights include excursions from Puerto Natales and El Calafate