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Transbordador Paine Grande

Transbordador Paine Grande is the lakeside landing point on Lago Pehoé within Torres del Paine National Park, serving as the western terminus of the catamaran route that connects it to Pudeto on the opposite shore.

The crossing covers approximately 11 km and takes around 30 minutes, offering panoramic views of Paine Grande, Los Cuernos, and Almirante Nieto mountains reflected in the lake's turquoise waters.

As an access point, Paine Grande is a critical hub for trekkers: it functions as the gateway to the French Valley, Grey Glacier, and several of the park's most iconic trails, making it an essential logistical link for both the W Circuit and the full Paine Massif circuit.

A refuge and campsite operate nearby, providing a base for multi-day expeditions into the park's interior.


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