Most travelers arrive independently via the Punta Arenas Airport or the El Calafate Airport. After you arrive in Puerto Natales, you will have plenty of time to rest. First, you must meet a Dittmar Adventures representative at our local office. We review your trip details together and ensure you have all necessary technical gear. Additionally, your hotel will safely store any unneeded luggage while you are trekking out on the trail.
can arrange private pick-ups from the airport or El Calafate.

Patagonian weather is famously unpredictable. Consequently, you can easily experience bright sun, heavy rain, fierce winds, and snow within a single afternoon. Because conditions change so fast, you must pack versatile clothing layers. For the cities, reliable forecasts can be found on AccuWeather or WindGuru. However, you must always prepare for extreme micro-climates when entering the deep wilderness zones.

Cities: Weather conditions are slightly more predictable; reliable forecasts can be found on AccuWeather or WindGuru.

When preparing for your Patagonia adventure, your packing list should focus on comfort, warmth, and dependable waterproof protection for the region’s constantly changing weather conditions. Essential items include sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing, and a comfortable backpack suitable for multi-day trekking. To make your journey easier, Dittmar Adventures offers and warm sleeping bags for rent directly at our office, helping reduce unnecessary travel weight and simplify your logistics. Our experienced field team also manages all shared expedition equipment, including tents, camp stoves, cooking gear, and food coordination, so you can focus on enjoying the experience. Before your trip, we recommend reviewing our complete Patagonia hiking packing list for detailed gear recommendations, clothing advice, and preparation tips designed specifically for trekking in Torres del Paine and remote regions of Patagonia.
Shared equipment such as tents, stoves, and food will be handled by our staff. Refer to our detailed Packing List for more information.

Most of our custom Patagonia programs include three hearty meals per day during your backcountry trek. In the cities and gateway towns, you will enjoy dinners at excellent local restaurants featuring regional cuisine and local flavors. During the trek, your guide prepares fresh meals using local ingredients and adapts menus based on your personal preference sheet whenever possible. Along the trail, mountain refugios also offer small shops, cozy bars, snacks, and warm drinks, perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking in Patagonia. Keep in mind this apply depending your Tour or the Itinerary.

We always strive to follow our planned schedules and itineraries. However, unexpected changes may occur due to extreme weather, trail conditions, or political changes. Throughout your journey, our dedicated Client Relations Manager remains in close communication with both our local teams and trusted provider.

If you need to cancel, please notify us in writing. The cancellation fees depend on the type of trip and how far in advance you cancel.
Read about our cancellation policy here

Booking your trip with Dittmar Adventures is simple and straightforward:
Complete the client information form and review the terms and conditions.
Speak with a representative from Dittmar Adventures to get your bookings on hold. From there we require a 20% and a bit of paperwork.