Torres del Paine National Park, Torres de Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile Get directions
"A plush, luxury mountain lodge located inside Torres del Paine National Park that pairs high-end comforts—such as a heated pool with mountain views—with guided hiking experiences; guests describe a strong sense of calm from the surrounding pine forests and glacial lakes, and many visitors balance mellow downtime at the property with vigorous, guide-led treks into the park." - Mary Holland Mary Holland Mary Holland is a writer and editor based in New York. She is the former online editor of GQ and Glamour South Africa. Her work has also appeared in The Financial Times, WSJ. Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, Afar, and others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located in Torres del Paine National Park, offering luxury takes on expedition experiences with guided hikes, horseback adventures, and hot tubs overlooking remote terrains. The profound silence of the Andes is a bucket list item." - Faye Bradley
"For a Patagonia itinerary I recommend planning ahead to connect through hubs like Buenos Aires or Santiago and then explore highlights such as Torres del Paine and Perito Moreno Glacier, with stays at lodges like Explora Patagonia to make logistics and peak experiences manageable." - Charlie Hobbs, Jasmine Ting
"A luxury lodge committed to conservation, managing Patagonia National Park. It implements reforestation programs and wildlife corridors to protect native species and restore ecosystems."
"Explora's lodge in Patagonia National Park, set in remote southern Chile's Chacabuco Valley, is the best way to see this still-pristine and untouristed swath of wilderness."