✦ Exclusive Signature Privileges
Vincent Vacations VIP- Full gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily with fine Chilean wines
- Complimentary 1-hour massage for 1 person per stay (Signature Exclusive)
- 45+ daily small-group guided explorations (foot, horseback & boat)
- Priority room upgrade upon arrival subject to availability
- Scheduled roundtrip transfers to/from Punta Arenas (PUQ) or Puerto Natales (PNT)
- Early check-in and late checkout privileges subject to availability
The Quintessential Basecamp for Patagonian Wilderness
Anchored right in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park—a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve—Explora Torres del Paine (Hotel Salto Chico) commands one of the most breathtaking settings in global luxury hospitality. Perched on the southern edge of turquoise Lake Pehoe beside the rushing cascade of the Salto Chico waterfall, the lodge looks directly across the waters toward the towering granite spires of the Paine Massif and the iconic Cuernos del Paine, providing an unmatched front-row seat to Patagonia’s dramatic play of light and weather.
Designed by visionary Chilean architect Germán del Sol, the lodge’s minimalist structure was conceived as a restful sanctuary after rugged exploration. Warm interiors are crafted from native Patagonian lenga wood and slate stone, with floor-to-ceiling windows that capture sweeping mountain vistas from every vantage point. The 50 luxury rooms and suites are intentionally unplugged—free of televisions and Wi-Fi—encouraging complete immersion in the untamed wilderness while providing sumptuous bedding, hydromassage bathtubs, and deep, restorative comfort.
Explora’s all-inclusive expedition program is unrivaled in southern Patagonia. Guests choose from over 45 distinct half-day and full-day explorations led by bilingual expert guides in small groups of no more than eight travelers. Adventures include trekking to the base of the granite Towers, hiking the French Valley, exploring the colossal Grey Glacier, navigating Lake Pehoe aboard Explora’s private catamaran, and horseback riding through remote estancias on Explora’s own specially trained horses from private stables.
After exhilarating expeditions, guests unwind at the Casa de Baños spa pavilion, featuring an indoor heated lap pool, four open-air hydromassage hot tubs perched above Lake Pehoe, a traditional sauna, and therapeutic massage treatments. Evenings are celebrated in the scenic dining room over sophisticated Patagonian cuisine highlighting local Magellanic lamb, King crab, and fresh Patagonian fish paired with prestigious Chilean wines, followed by craft cocktails and camaraderie at the Explorer’s Bar.
Experience Explora Torres del Paine
Luxury Rooms & Suites
Suite Exploradores
The lodge’s grandest accommodation commanding unrivaled panoramic views of the Paine Massif and Cuernos del Paine across Lake Pehoe. Crafted with warm lenga wood furnishings, a spacious sitting lounge, and an en-suite bath with hydro-massage jacuzzi.
Cordillera Paine Room
Measuring 280 sq. ft., Cordillera Paine rooms offer awe-inspiring views of the granite towers and mountain horns. Crafted with native lenga wood and slate accents, each room includes a relaxing hydro-massage bathtub for soothing muscles after trail exploration.
Salto Chico Room
Overlooking the dramatic rushing waters of the Salto Chico waterfall and the Paine River, these tranquil rooms feature warm Patagonian timber furnishings, hydromassage bathtub, and an intimate, peaceful acoustic design.
Culinary Artistry & Wine
The Main Dining Room
Panoramic dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows facing Lake Pehoe and the Paine Massif, serving daily changing menus of roast Magellanic lamb, King crab, Austral salmon, and fresh local produce accompanied by premium Chilean reserve wines.
Explorer’s Bar & Quincho Barbecue
A welcoming lodge bar for evening debriefs with expert guides, signature Calafate sours, and Chilean vintages, complemented by authentic Patagonian lamb asados hosted at the lodge’s traditional rustic quincho.
45+ Guided Adventures in Torres del Paine
Explora Torres del Paine is the only luxury lodge in Patagonia with its own private catamaran navigation on Lake Pehoe and private stables housing over 25 specially trained horses bred in central Chile. Guests enjoy seamless daily access to:
- Iconic Treks: Base of the Towers, French Valley, Glacier Grey ice fields, and Cornisas panoramic ridgeline.
- Lake Pehoe Private Catamaran: Direct boat access from the hotel dock to trailheads across the lake, eliminating long drives.
- Private Stables & Horseback: Ride with local gauchos across untouched glacial valleys and vast pampas.
- Casa de Baños Spa: Indoor heated lap pool, sauna, and four open-air hot tubs facing the mountains.