Climate:
The park features a microclimate, but the general climate in the region is maritime, with pleasant temperatures during the summer and winter. During the rainiest month, precipitation rarely exceeds more than 3.3 inches (85 millimeters). There is snowfall during the winter, but it is usually light to medium, and seldom impedes excursions. Wind is an important factor, because it can blow as strong as 110 km per hour (70 mph), producing continually changing climactic conditions. It can be raining and in a short while the wind will blow out the clouds, leaving the resplendent sun. Winds typically blow in from the west and are strongest during the end of spring and during summer. There is hardly any wind during the winter, save the occasional storm, and days are typically radiant and clear.
The majority of snow is found at higher levels of the park, and lower levels and lake areas only see a few weeks of thin snow cover per year.

Altitude:
Although Torres del Paine is home to peaks that reach a height of 3,000 meters (9,840 feet), the lower plains of the park are just 46 meters (150 feet) above sea level.

Clothing:Explorations require clothing suitable for trekking, and we suggest that you dress in layers. We recommend bringing all that’s necessary for protection from the sun.

• 1st layer: Short- or long-sleeved shirt, ideally dry fit (fibers that dry quickly), and not cotton.
  
• 2nd layer: Fleece, or some other warm layer.
  
• 3rd layer: Windbreaker and/or waterproof jacket.
  
• Trekking pants, ideally resistant to rain and wind. If not, it is recommended that you bring waterproof shell pants that you can wear over your trekking pants in the event of rain or wind.
• Warm thermal underwear is recommended in cold weather, ideally made from dry fit fabrics.
  
• Waterproof walking shoes, with a rubber anti-slip sole and ankle support to prevent sprains.
  
• Gloves.
  
• Hat or headband to protect your ears from wind.
  
• Sunscreen and lip protection.
  
• Swimsuit.
  
• Sneakers or sports shoes.
  
• Backpack to carry sunscreen, camera, water, etc.
  
• For inside the hotel: light, informal clothing (the hotel is heated).explora considers elegance an interior virtue.
  
  Programs:
  There are programs of 4 and 8 nights (according tom a fixed calendar) available all year round at explora en patagonia. To facilitate generous time and space available to enjoy this unforgettable experience, we suggest a stay of 8 nights.
  Explora en Patagonia
  

Explora en Patagonia Rates:

Rates from July 1 st to December 31, 2008

• Rates are per person, quoted in U.S. dollars.

Rates from January 1 to December 31, 2009

• Rates are per person, quoted in U.S. dollars.

• Notes:
  • Special rates for youngsters (up to 15 years old) accompanying their parents are subject to availability based in double, triple or quadruple occupancy.
  • Additional bed for children (4 to 12 years old) sharing their parent's room. Maximum one extra bed
  per room.
  • Children under the age of 3 complimentary when sharing room with their parents.
  • Rates are per person expressed in USD dollars and subject to change without prior notice.
  • Rates in USD dollars are tax exempt according to decree D.L 825 art. 12 for guests who are foreigners, not residents of Chile and pay in dollars.
  • This information replaces and voids all previous communications.
  
  Programs include:
• Transfer between Punta Arenas Airport and explora en patagonia (departure from Punta Arenas between 1 PM and 5 PM, based on flight arrivals from Santiago. Departure from the hotel between 7 AM and 8 AM). Transfer schedules subject to change without prior notice.
• Accommodation.
• Full board. 3 meals per day.
• Bar
• Daily explorations in the area of Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, with bilingual guides,
• Equipment
• Use of boats, Horses, Vehicles and food (groups no larger than 10 per guide).
  
  Not included: Air fare; gratuities and other items of a personal nature including laundry, telephone calls, Internet, and massage service. Items not specifically mentioned as included.
  
  General Conditions:
  All reservations must be made via written confirmation, either by fax, e-mail or letter. We will answer the same way. Reservations will be considered tentative until the guest confirms and pays 30% of the total reservation fee. The remaining must be paid 30 days prior to arrival. Programs at explora are non-divisible and cannot be transferred.
  
  Cancellation Policy:
  The following are cancellation penalties applicable according to time of cancellation:
  
  Individuals:
  • 60 to 30 days prior to arrival at the hotel: US$ 200 per room.
  • 29 to 10 days prior to arrival at the hotel: 30% of the total cost of the reservation.
  • 9 to 0 days prior to arrival at the hotel: 100% of the total cost of the reservation.
  
  Groups:
  • From 151 days prior to arrival: US$ 200 per person.
  • From 150 to 121 days prior to arrival: 50% of total reservation cancelled.
  • From 120 to 91 days prior to arrival: 75% of total reservation cancelled.
  • From 90 to 0 days prior to arrival: 100% of total reservation cancelled. Special reservation conditions for christmas and new year´s at explora
  
  Christmas or New Year’s:
  When making a reservation for Christmas or New Year’s at explora en Patagonia, the following conditions apply:The full amount of the reservation will be required to confirm, payable within the deadline provided by our reservations department.The penalty for cancellations will be:
  • More than 90 days before arrival: No penalty.
  • 90 to 61 days before arrival: 30% of the cost of the reservation.
  • 60 to 0 days before arrival: 100% of the cost of the reservation.