Torres del Paine W Trek
Chile · Patagonia
The classic W-shaped route through Torres del Paine, visiting the iconic granite towers, French Valley, and Grey Glacier.
Generating AI safety verdict…
Trailhead Conditions
Patagonia, Chile · 50m
Friday, November 6 at 11:32 AM
Feels like 5°C
Partly cloudy
Humidity
81%
Wind
7 km/h ESE
Gusts
7 km/h
Pressure
1019 hPa
Dew Point
1°C
Cloud Cover
85.2%
Visibility
10.0 km
Precip
0 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Torres del Paine W Trek safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (50m) and the summit (1,241m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Torres del Paine W Trek?
Torres del Paine W Trek is rated moderate. It requires a reasonable level of fitness and some prior hiking experience. Expect sustained ascents and variable terrain. The typical completion time is 5 days for a multi-day trek.
What is the elevation of Torres del Paine W Trek?
The trailhead starts at 50 metres above sea level in Patagonia, Chile. The summit or highest point reaches 1,241 metres — a net elevation gain of 1,191 metres.
What gear do I need for Torres del Paine W Trek?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Torres del Paine W Trek in Chile: waterproof jacket and trousers, trekking poles, sturdy boots, sun protection, and a first aid kit.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude