Refugio Grey
4.4(241 reviews)
Torres del Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena
Functional, Scenic, Buzzy
Mirador Cóndor
4.9·255 reviews·Torres del Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena
Hiking Area·Breathtaking, Windy, Majestic
Mirador Cóndor offers one of the most efficient effort-to-reward ratios in Torres del Paine National Park. This moderate 2.4 km round-trip trail involves a steep climb that typically takes 30 to 45 minutes to reach the summit. Once at the top, hikers are greeted by a mind-blowing panorama encompassing the emerald Lago Pehoé, the iconic Cuernos del Paine, and the distant Southern Patagonian Ice Field. As the name suggests, it is a prime spot for watching Andean condors glide on the thermal currents. Visitors should be prepared for the legendary Patagonian winds, which can be ferocious at the exposed summit, and the gravelly paths that require careful footing.
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Torres de Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile
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4.9
Excellent255 reviews
Mirador Cóndor is universally praised for its spectacular 360-degree views of Torres del Paine, with reviewers calling it a must-do attraction. The hike is described as short but steep, typically taking between 20 to 40 minutes to reach the top depending on fitness levels. A recurring theme in reviews is the intense Patagonian wind, which some visitors found challenging while others noted it was calm during their visit. The path is noted to be gravelly and potentially slippery in sections, requiring careful footing and proper footwear. Many hikers highlighted the incredible vistas of Lago Pehoé and the Paine Massif as well worth the physical effort. Additionally, the opportunity to see condors soaring overhead adds a unique wildlife element to the experience.
