Tyndall Glacier Viewpoint Ride, Torres del Paine

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Horseback Riding in Tyndall Glacier Viewpoint Ride, Torres del Paine, Magallanes Chile

Chilean Horses:
Quick and courageous
Tyndall Glacier:
Remote area of wild beauty
Torres del Paine is located in Southern Patagonia and is one of the numerous spectacular national parks in Chile. It was created in 1959 and UNESCO has listed the location as a Biosphere Reserve since 1978. This place is a wonder land for nature enthusiasts from all over the world.

Waterfalls and rivers, Magellanic sub-polar forests, pampas, mountains covered with permanent ice, granite peaks, meadows and glacier fed lakes await the outdoor adventurers to discover the wild and unique nature of Patagonia. Horse back riding is a fantastic way to discover the national park area and the Chilean Horses are quick and courageous with extraordinary endurance.

The Tyndall Glacier ride, is a one day ride, through remote areas of wild beauty. The trail starts from the amazing Rio Serrano river and crosses the Rio Nutria and Salto falls. After crossing rivers and ancient Patagonian forests, you reach the Tyndall Glacier viewpoint where you can relax and admire this spectacular scenery. In every step you take, the views of this dramatic land take your breath away.

You can ride this trail all year round, but the best time to visit Torres del Paine is between November and February. Be very well prepared in regards with gear, food and clothing because the weather is changeable and unpredictable with high winds, rain showers, long hot days during summer, snow and everything else you may think of. Wind proof layers are the key.