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 Torres del Paine National Park is not the easiest of destinations in Chile to reach, but that does not stop the thousands of tourists who visit the park each year. It's just beautiful! To get there, most people fly to Punta Arenas to Santiago and take a three-hour bus to Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine National Park. From the town a full day tour to visit all the highlights of the park, including overlooks with panoramic views, Lago Grey with his stunning reflexes Grey Glacier looming nearby, around the roaring waterfall, Salto Grande and all the stunning wildlife that can be found in the park. It really is a spectacular visit every bit of time to arrive there. If you are interested in a more intimate experience with exceptional Andean Patagonia, you may want to consider a hike. A hike would only be for some in good physical condition, which can handle the tough conditions in Patagonia and within easy walking distance recommended on uneven ground for extended periods. If you love adventure, this may be the most interesting adventure in a hard to duplicate looking to corner the world you. What kind of gear you want to get together for a hike in Patagonia. One of the most important things you need is a good sleeping bag, rated at least at 20 degrees but may actually prefer a 0. To go along with your sleeping bag, it is absolutely important that you protect a good mattress to have you in front of the hard, cold floor. What not many people know is that a good mattress much heat as the comfort is. Next you need a good 4-season tent to keep you from the strong cold winds that can protect a camp in the night stick. Under the tent, you should plan the layout of a thin ground sheet is something waterproof is a must, but nothing fancier than a sheet of plastic is necessary. So make sure cut to be just smaller than the size of the tent floor. You'll want your stuff to stay dry, as in very cold temperatures, it can take days for things to dry when they get wet. I recommend a good pack cover to cover the package. In your backpack, you may want the whole thing with a trash bag or line if you do not have individual bags for all your gear. It's worth maybe a few bags of dry, even if they are expensive, it can be a good place to store your valuables and maybe an extra pair of long underwear and socks. It may also be worthwhile to take a cheap poncho in, they weigh almost nothing and you never know when it might come in handy. For your clothes, think layers and avoid cotton. Quick-dry is best for everything from your underwear to your warm layer. Do you think one or two more (except socks and underwear). Bring warm long underwear, gloves, scarf or neck warmer and a good wool hat. Then make sure you have a good water-resistant shell, both pants and jacket (with hood). You now have the foundations were relegated. Refer to some other lists online a good idea of what additional items you need and what is necessary toiletries (sunscreen for one) get. At the local outfitter in Puerto Natales, because many of the great things can be quite easily be hired by the company orientation. Also, be sure to find out what kind of track registration is required or if you do not need permits. It may seem like a lot of logistics, but many people seem as willing to help out. So, plan and enjoy your trip!