Torres del Avellano

Torres del Avellano Trekking — 3-Day Guided Hike in Chilean Patagonia

Torres del Avellano is a remote granite massif rising above the north shore of General Carrera Lake, in Chilean Patagonia's Aysén region. Guías del Avellano offers the only guided 3-day trek to this destination, departing from Bahía Murta on the Carretera Austral. Scheduled departures run October to March, with open groups of maximum 7 people. Fully guided. All-inclusive except sleeping bag, sleeping mat, and personal flights.

Bahía Murta village on the north shore of General Carrera Lake, Aysén — starting point for Torres del Avellano trek
Physical requirement

Can you do this?

Honest answer before you read further.

If you can hike 6–8 hours with a daypack on consecutive days, you can do Torres del Avellano. No technical climbing. No ropes. No glacier crossing. The trail is unmarked and remote — but you will have two certified guides with you at all times.
Total distance
42 km

~14 km/day average

Elevation gain
1,600 m

accumulated over 3 days

Daily hiking time
6–8 h

variable terrain, no technical sections

Technical difficulty
Moderate

no mountaineering skills required

RouteDistanceDaysCrowdsAlways guided
Torres del Avellano42 km3Max 7 peopleYes
Torres del Paine W Trek~80 km4–5High seasonOptional
Cerro Castillo (Horquetas)~54 km4Low trafficAlso offered
Day by day

What happens on trail

Three days. No signal. No crowds. The summit view on Day 2 makes the whole thing worth it.

Base camp with General Carrera Lake views on Day 1, Torres del Avellano, Bahía Murta
Day1

Access & first camp

Transfer from Bahía Murta to the trailhead. Native lenga beech forest, first river crossing, climb to the base camp plateau above General Carrera Lake. First views of the Avellano massif.

~14 km5–6 h hikingCamp ~900 m
Torres del Avellano granite towers on summit day, remote Patagonia Aysén Chile
Day2

The towers

The summit day. A 3–4 hour ascent to the base of the granite towers — massive, vertical, almost entirely unknown. Descent back to camp in the afternoon.

~14 km7–8 h totalSummit ~1,600 m
Trekkers hiking through lenga beech forest on Day 3, Torres del Avellano trail, Aysén
Day3

Return to Bahía Murta

Same trail back, completely different light. Transfer back to Bahía Murta by midday. End of expedition.

~14 km5–6 h hikingFinish by midday
Pricing & what's included

No surprises

Everything you need on trail is covered. Here is exactly what is and is not included.

530 USD / person

CLP $529,000 approx. at current exchange rate

Scheduled departure · open group
Open group format: you join other travelers on a scheduled departure (max 7 total). Solo travelers, couples, and small groups welcome. Private departures available on request.
Included
Professional guiding (2 guides) All meals on trail (3 days) Camping tent & equipment Satellite communication (Garmin inReach) Transfer trailhead ↔ Bahía Murta Land access permits Emergency protocol coverage Pre-trip logistics support
Not included
Sleeping bag — rent in Bahía Murta Sleeping mat — rent in Bahía Murta Flights to Balmaceda (BBA) Accommodation before/after in Bahía Murta
💳 PayPal accepted · Secure deposit to confirm your spot. Balance due before departure.
Upcoming dates — season 2026/27 See all 13 dates →
Oct 22 – 24, 2026Max 7 spotsBook
Nov 5 – 7, 2026Max 7 spotsBook
Nov 19 – 21, 2026Max 7 spotsBook
Dec 3 – 5, 2026Max 7 spotsBook
Who guides you

Local. Certified. From here.

We are not an agency in Santiago that subcontracts guides. We live in Bahía Murta, 3 km from the trailhead.

Vicente, co-founder and lead guide at Guías del Avellano, Bahía Murta Aysén

Vicente

Co-founder · Lead guide

Nature tourism guide trained in Coyhaique. Aysén born and raised. Has explored the Torres del Avellano routes for years before Guías del Avellano existed. Knows every river crossing, every weather pattern, every view.

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Andrés, co-founder and guide at Guías del Avellano, local to Bahía Murta Aysén

Andrés

Co-founder · Guide & landowner

Local to Bahía Murta. His family's land borders the trailhead. Andrés knows this territory the way most people know their neighborhood. 4 seasons guiding, 100+ trekkers.

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Why local guides matter on this route: Torres del Avellano has no marked trail, no signage, and no phone signal from km 5 onward. The route exists because Vicente and Andrés built it over years of exploration. No GPS track replaces that knowledge.
From those who went

4.9 ★ on Google

100+ trekkers guided over 4 seasons. Here is what they say.

Ed B. · England · Torres del Avellano · January 2023
★★★★★

"One of the best expeditions of my life. Vicente and Andrés are really well prepared — they know the route very well and take the time to explain every single detail. It was a tough hike but it was worth every step. Great spirit, patience and motivation."

Ed B. · England · Torres del Avellano · January 2023

"Hidden gem of Patagonia operators." — Ed B., England

★★★★★

"When the towers appeared on day two, I was speechless. The guides make everything flow — you only have to walk and look."

Santiago R. · Chile · Torres del Avellano · December 2025

★★★★★

"What surprised me most was how well-organized everything was. Camp ready, food prepared, weather checked. You just arrive and enjoy."

Sebastián V. · Concepción · Torres del Avellano · December 2025

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Common questions

Before you decide

Do the guides speak English?
Vicente and Andrés communicate primarily in Spanish. Their trail English covers all safety and logistics on the route. For booking inquiries, we use translation tools — your message will be fully understood. International travelers from England and the US have completed this trek without issue.
What fitness level do I need?
If you can hike 6–8 hours with a daypack on consecutive days, you qualify. No technical climbing, no ropes, no glacier crossing. 42 km over 3 days, 1,600 m total elevation gain on unmarked terrain. If you have doubts, write before booking — we will give you an honest answer.
How do I get to Bahía Murta from abroad?
Fly into Balmaceda Airport (BBA) from Santiago (~2h, LATAM or Sky Airline), then bus or private transfer to Bahía Murta (~3h). Located on the Carretera Austral, north shore of General Carrera Lake. We help coordinate arrival logistics after booking.
Can I join as a solo traveler?
Yes. Scheduled departures are open groups — solo travelers, couples, and small groups join the same departure, up to 7 total. Groups connect naturally on trail. For exclusive dates, see private departures.
What if the weather is bad?
Full refund or free rescheduling — no penalties, no fine print. We evaluate conditions using 4 seasons of local weather knowledge. We do not depart when it is unsafe.
Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?
Yes. A sleeping bag rated to at least -5°C (23°F) and a sleeping mat are required but not included. Both are available to rent in Bahía Murta — contact us after booking. If flying carry-on only, renting locally is the practical option.

Ready for the
real Patagonia?

13 scheduled departures between October 2026 and March 2027. Max 7 people per departure.

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We communicate in Spanish and basic English. For complex questions, we use translation tools — your message will be fully understood.