Explora Hotel Patagonia | Lake Pehoé, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile
It resembles an anchored ship – there on Lake Pehoé, located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park.
From the Explora Hotel Patagonia, you can embark directly on adventures in this impressive region of South America. The hotel's outdoor team has designed more than 40 exploration routes, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in Chilean Patagonia.
The Explora Hotel Patagonia will connect you with the present and the past, as well as the secrets of nature. In this remote location, you will have unique views of the Paine Massif and can leave your everyday life behind. The hotel is designed using different types of wood, such as lenga, cypress, and almendrillo, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
Long walks in the Lenga cottonwood forests, hikes or horseback rides through the prairies and rivers of the national park, or a boat trip on the turquoise waters of Lake Pehoé are just a few examples of the many activities that await you here.
Do you love horses? Explora Hotel Patagonia is the only hotel in the region with its own horses, which are bred and trained specifically for horseback expeditions for hotel guests.
On the banks of the Paine River is the spa with outdoor Jacuzzis, a heated indoor pool, saunas, and massage rooms. Here you can relax after your exciting expeditions.
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Highlights
Highlights
- Located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its rivers, lakes, mountains, and glaciers.
- Choose from more than 40 exploration tourson foot or horseback, varying in length and difficulty.
- Spa with indoor pool, sauna, and four outdoor Jacuzzis overlooking the Paine River
- Gaucho experience: The hotel has its own stables and horses that have been specially bred and trained for horseback expeditions.
- Explora wasvoted World’s Leading Exploration Company in 2019
Rooms
- Extra bed for children*
- nursery*
- safe
- heating
- wake-up call
- care products
- bathrobe
- slippers
- whirlpool bathtub
- hair dryer
Room categories:
Explorers Suite:
There are a total of 6 suites, each measuring 42m². All have a magnificent view of the Paine Massif. The suites have one extra-large double bed and rooms can be connected for families*.
Salto Chico room:
The 7 Salto Chico rooms are 28m² in size and overlook the Salto Chico waterfall. Here you have an extra-large double bed or two single beds.
Cordillera Paine Room:
The 36 Cordillera Paine rooms are 28 m² in size and offer views of the Paine massif. The rooms feature an extra-large double bed or two single beds. Connecting rooms are available for families.
*Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Facilities
restaurant
Varied Patagonian cuisine that nourishes you and keeps you healthy and active. The motto here is luxury in its purest form and pure flavors from high-quality ingredients. The dishes are accompanied by excellent Chilean wines.
bar
At the Explorer's Bar, you can meet the guides and plan your excursions. Returning groups also often gather here at dusk to chat and enjoy a drink.
spa
The massage and pool area, located approximately 100 meters from the main building, can be reached via a sloping wooden path. Here you will find a heated, covered pool, a sauna, and four outdoor Jacuzzis overlooking the Paine River. Choose from a variety of massages with essential oils, e.g., therapeutic, relaxing, or energizing.
shop
The shop stocks all the items you need for exploring, as well as local handicrafts and books.
activities
horseback riding excursions
The Explora Hotel Patagonia is the only hotel in the area with its own horses, which are specially bred and trained for guests' horseback expeditions. The 26 horses of various breeds and crossbreeds were bred on the Ibáñez family estate in Chile's Central Valley. A team led by Gaela Hourcq, equine veterinarian and horse specialist, is responsible for their care.
Located 53 km from the hotel, on the Dos de Enero ranch, a 6,000-hectare property, the Quincho is the starting point for some of the horseback rides. From October to April, weather permitting, it also hosts one of Patagonia's most typical gastronomic activities: lamb roasted on a spit. Here you will learn about the legendary gaucho culture.
Hiking in Torres del Paine National Park
The Torres del Paine National Park area is known for its rivers, lakes, mountains, and glaciers. There are many different ways to explore it, and each route offers a unique experience and adventure. The Explora Hotel Patagonia offers over 40 excursions on foot, horseback, or by minibus. The tours are accompanied by knowledgeable bilingual guides (English/Spanish). The maximum group size is eight travelers. The hikes vary in length and difficulty.
Examples:
- Hike to Mirador Pehoé with beautiful views of Lake Pehoé
- Hike at Lago Grey with views of glaciers and icebergs and crossing a suspension bridge over the Río Pingo
- Hike in the Serrano grasslands along the course of the Río Serrano with its abundant wildlife. The contrast between the green meadows and the granite towers of the Paine massif is particularly striking.
- Hike along the shore of Lake Pehoé to Mirador Cóndor
- Crossing Lake Pehoé by catamaran towards the Paine Grande refuge, where the trek in the Valle del Francés begins.
- Horseback ride across rivers, through forests and grassy steppes, uphill to the Laguna Negra viewpoint
- Horseback ride through the Pampa Serrano, with the Paine massif behind you, along Lago del Toro
- High mountain tour to the summit of Cerro Castillo
- Overland tours by minibus to observe typical animals of the Patagonian steppe such as guanacos, pumas, and flamingos, and visit various attractions and viewpoints.
location
You will travel via Santiago de Chile to Punta Arenas. From there, the transfer time is approximately 4.5 hours. A break for rest and lunch is planned.
If you are coming from Buenos Aires, Argentina, you will travel via El Calafate across the Chilean border. Upon arrival at Cerro Castillo, a transfer will take you to the hotel.
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Individual travel offer & further information
Good to know
Getting there:We are happy to book flightsto/from Punta Arenas and transfers to Explora Patagonia for you on request.
Travel program: We have lots of ideas for additional highlights to upgrade your entire trip.
Entry requirements:German citizens needa passport toenter Chile, which must be valid for at least six months at the time of entry. Further information on entry requirements and the latest safety information can be found at the German Foreign Office.
Insurance: We recommend taking out good travel cancellation insurance and international health insurance from a specialist provider.
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