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Hey all,
Planning to do the W trek through Torres del Paine in late September/early October. I’m a beginner backpacker (with several Blue Ridge Mt trips under my belt) and a lousy navigator! Trying to decide on either signing up for a guided trek ($$$$) vs. finding a group to tag along with :) If anyone else is interested in sharing this experience, or just sharing your knowledge of Patagonia with me, please let me know!
Thanks!
Bri
Bri,
This  site has great info on Torres Del Paine. December thru March is usually the trekking season in Chile. Our summer is their winter. I wouldn’t spend the $ for a guided hike, esp if you know any Spanish.
Thanks, David! That’s a great resource that I will definitely reference while I’m planning.
Brianna,
If you speak Spanish you’ll be fine on your own. Might be difficult if not; Patagonia is not like Europe, where most tourist-oriented locals understand English. Weather may be spotty. Plan for constant wind and daily rain showers. in October there likely will be snow in the passes. I’m jealous – the Torres del Paine is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen.
Richard
Bri,
Here’s another great site.
Dave
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