Torres del Paine tour: Viewpoints & Milodon Cave from Puerto Natales

See four lake viewpoints and an Ice Age cave without steep climbing

This full-day tour from Puerto Natales covers the main viewpoints of Torres del Paine National Park (Lake Sarmiento, Laguna Amarga, Lake Nordenskjöld, and Grey Glacier) plus a visit to the Milodon Cave, a massive natural cavern from 15,000 years ago. Hotel pickup is included, and the walks are short and easy. Park and cave admission are available as add-ons at checkout.

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your accommodation between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m., then heads into Torres del Paine National Park to stop at its main viewpoints. You'll see the Cuernos del Paine (the Horns), the turquoise water of Lake Pehoé, and panoramic views from Nordenskjöld, Sarmiento, and Amarga. The route also passes Salto Grande waterfall and reaches the Grey Glacier, where you can see the enormous ice formations up close. Each stop includes a short, easy walk if weather and conditions allow.

Before returning to Puerto Natales, the tour visits the Milodon Cave, a nature reserve built around a large cavern that dates back to the Ice Age. The cave is the day's historical anchor: a place where giant ground sloths once lived thousands of years ago. The return to town happens in the late afternoon (around 5 to 6 p.m. in summer, 4 to 5 p.m. in winter), leaving the evening free.

A live guide in English or Spanish travels with the group throughout the day. Bring warm layers, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera. The landscape changes with the weather, and the light on the lakes and glacier shifts constantly. The route includes some unpaved roads, and a few viewpoints are accessible only from the vehicle.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Puerto Natales.
• transportation throughout the day.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• access to the viewpoints at Lake Sarmiento, Laguna Amarga, Lake Nordenskjöld, Lake Pehoé, and Grey Glacier.
• a short walk at Grey Glacier (weather permitting).
• and entry to the Milodon Cave natural reserve.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (1 to 10 years)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 34 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 53

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ni Lo Pienses Tour

Is this one for you?At 10 hours, the tour fills most of the day but leaves the morning before pickup and the evening after return free. If you want to see the park's main viewpoints and the Ice Age cave without committing to a multi-day trek, the short walks and vehicle-based pace fit that plan. If you're looking for a half-day option or serious hiking, look elsewhere.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 10 years).

What are the main viewpoints I'll see on this Torres del Paine tour?

The tour stops at Lake Sarmiento, Laguna Amarga, Lake Nordenskjöld, and Lake Pehoé, plus the Cuernos del Paine and Grey Glacier. Each viewpoint offers a different angle on the park's landscape, and you'll have time to walk and photograph at each one.

How difficult are the walks on this tour?

All walks are short and easy, designed for visitors who want to see the park without long hikes. The Grey Glacier walk is the main one, and it's low difficulty if weather and route conditions permit.

Is the Milodon Cave worth visiting, or is it just a quick stop?

The Milodon Cave is a natural monument with a massive cavern dating back 15,000 years to the Ice Age. It's a substantial part of the day and gives the tour a historical dimension beyond the viewpoints and glacier.

What time does the tour end, and will I have the evening free?

The tour returns to Puerto Natales between 5 and 6 p.m. in summer, or 4 and 5 p.m. in winter, leaving the evening open for dinner or rest after a full day.

Do I need to pay extra for park entry and the cave?

Admission to Torres del Paine National Park and the Cueva del Milodón National Monument are available as add-ons when you book. You can choose to include them or not.