Ice Hike Grey Glacier in Torres del Paine

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Difficulty: High

Duration: 5 hours

Total Distance: 2 miles (approx. 3 km)

Season: Summer (September-April)

Group Size: Up to 12 travelers

The Grey Glacier Ice Hike is a unique 5-hour adventure that offers the rare opportunity to walk directly on the ice of one of Torres del Paine’s most iconic glaciers.

Once the group is ready, a zodiac boat will transport you to a remote beach near the glacier's edge. There, you'll hike for about an hour across the rocky moraine to reach the starting point. After a comprehensive safety briefing from the guide, you'll strap on your crampons and embark on a 2.5-hour trek across the glacier’s surface—an unforgettable journey through a frozen world of crevasses, blue ice, and breathtaking scenery.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

To be able to take the tour at 8:30 AM it is essential to overnight at Grey Camping or Refugio the night before

To be able to do the tour at 2:30 PM it is essential to overnight at the Camping or Refugio Grey at the end of the activity

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

RESTRICTIONS: Children under 14 years old & people over 65 years old.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

The Grey Glacier Ice Trekking tour begins at Grey Base Camp, in the Grey Beach sector of Torres del Paine National Park. After assembling, you’ll board a zodiac boat for a 20-minute ride to the glacier. Once there, you’ll disembark near the glacier wall and hike for about one hour across the moraine to reach the ice. Your guide will provide a safety briefing, and then you’ll begin a two-and-a-half-hour hike on the glacier, exploring crevasses, rivers, lagoons, tunnels, and ice caves. At the end of the trek, you’ll return to the beach and board the zodiac for the return to Grey Base Camp, where snacks and hot drinks await.

What‘s Included

Certified guide

Equipment: helmet, backpack, ice axe, harness and crampons.

Snack & hot drink

Boat ride

Entrance fees to Torres del Paine National Park

Transportation to the meeting point at Camping Grey

Options

Ice Hike (no transfers)

Transfers are not included: Meeting point near Grey camp & Refugio, within Torres del Paine.

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

An Amazing Adventure in Torres Del Paine
Michelle M,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Carlos and Mickey were fabulous guides who showed us many highlights as we walked across Grey Glacier. They took the time to ensure everyone was safe, had ample time to take photos and see lots of caves, deep ravines and blue pools in the Glacier itself. The experience was Amazing - and they captured many photos to remember the experience.