torres del paine, patagonia: views from the o circuit

Torres del paine o circuit lago grey mountain

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By the time I got to Santiago, it seemed everyone I met had already been to Torres del Paine, and it started to feel a little less special that I was going because it felt like the entire world had already been there. But the fact is, less than 300,000 people visit the park every year. Planning and reserving all the campsites may be a hassle, but there is a reason for all the hype surrounding Torres del Paine – it is absolutely beautiful.

After reading my previous post, it is probably clear that if you have the time, I 100% recommend doing the full O circuit in Torres del Paine. Need proof as to why? Check out the pictures below!

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torres del paine, patagonia: guide to the o circuit

Torres del paine o circuit seron to Dickson

crunchy kat explores guide to o circuit patagonia
torres del paine o trek guide

Torres del paine o circuit seron to Dickson

The O circuit, Torres del Paine. Which campsites do I stay at? How do I plan when there are three different companies (YUP)? What do these names even mean? How much can I walk in a day? These were all questions I had before heading to South America. Patagonia was my number one spot to visit, but figuring out the O circuit in Torres del Paine seemed especially daunting to me.

As of the 2016 season, it is required to book all campsites in advance! Gone are the days where you can just walk however you feel like walking, show up at a site, and be able to stay there. Sure, this process is HIGHLY annoying, but it is helping preserve the park.

I don’t have some magic website that will save you from the hassle of booking, but find out below tips on trekking the O circuit in Torres del Paine.

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bolivia: exploring the cordillera de los frailes

cordillera de los frailes

crunchy kat explores cordillera de los frailes
cordillera de los frailes crunchy kat explores

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Bolivia is never really high on the must go places for the backpackers circuit. And if you’re headed to Bolivia, there is a good chance you’re beelining to Salar de Uyuni. Don’t get me wrong, the salt flats are beyond amazing, but there is really so much more to Bolivia (like this mountain!)

Sucre, the capital (yup, it’s not La Paz!), alone is worth a visit. But really, a hidden outdoor gem is just right outside Sucre – the Cordillera de los Frailes.

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