It could be said that Patagonia is the home of adventure in Chile and no one would agree more than the folk at Cascada Expediciones, who have spent the last two decades pioneering bucket list trips in the Torres del Paine. Built by hand in the centre of the reserve, their EcoCamp is an innovative collection of geodesic domes with views of the famous Towers. The camp has been recognised across the globe for its environmentally-conscious ethos with their own micro-hydro turbines, solar panels and carbon neutral projects. The camp offers multi-day treks across the Torres del Paine, taking in the ethereal scenery and sights.
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Designed in a similar way to the 'tents', the camp has a Community Dome with vast windows revealing the stunning Torres del Paine beyond. Here, you'll enjoy breakfast buffets and three-course Chilean dinners at long wooden tables, all made with locally-sourced ingredients (don't be surprised when flowers are used as garnish). The lounge is dotted with plump couches and wood-burning stoves, and the bar serves pisco sours and local craft beers. The Man Keokén massage 'cave' offers a variety of massages using natural oils and hot stones.
Joined together by wooden walkways, the extra terrestrial domes pop out of the foliage, their 'leave no trace' ethos inspired by the ancient. Each dome has a skylight to preserve the warmth of the day and minimising the need for heating - and let you stargaze from bed too. Standard domes have no electricity and share ablutions, whilst the superior and suite domes have a sitting area decorated in authentic Patagonian style and locally-made furniture. The loft suite has room for four.
The camp specialises in epic, multi-day excursions, where your expert guides will share the best of Torres del Paine with you. Take in the highlights of the 'W' route, from the geological formations of the French Valley to the iconic Tower Base trek (you'll spend a few nights at a mountain refugio). Focus on spotting Patagonia's wildlife whilst tracking pumas or wild horses in the pampas, or watch condors soar overhead. Or take the sporty route with kayaking, mountain biking and horseback riding excursions too.
The team's zeal for nature, adventure and protecting the Torres del Paine, which is woven into every detail at EcoCamp Patagonia.
Be sure to pack for any and all seasons because you never know what the day might bring - and carry cash with you for extra drinks or souvenirs.
If you're not joining one of the camp's treks or tours, you may feel out of the loop with other travellers, especially in the communal lounge. And definitely research your routes beforehand because there's zero WiFi!
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10 nights from $10.5K per person
20 nights from $20.6K per person
12 nights from $13K per person
16 nights from $14.8K per person
EcoCamp Patagonia can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Chile trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Chile trips featuring EcoCamp Patagonia or get advice and suggestions from one of our Chile specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at EcoCamp Patagonia start from around $430, or US$430, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Hike and walk the fierce peaks of Chile’s most iconic park, where glaciers glint and mountains tower
