Vértice Paine Grande Shelter

Gastronomy 

Seafood, like King crab, lobster, oysters and clams are among more typical products that you can find in the Magallanes Region. These are within reach of every pocket, and can be eaten in different preparations. Along with the seafood eaten much salmon and this can be found in many varieties.

Meats also have a strong presence in the kitchen of the South end. The asado Al palo accompanied by potatoes cooked is one of the most typical dishes of the area and the Magellan Lamb too.

Finally, in this region you can find the fruit more characteristic of the South end, el Calafate, what is a kind of “berries" and that can only be found in this part of the world. With the calafate you can make many preparations like sauces, jams, pies and even alcoholic beverages to pass the cold as the "Calafate sour".

How to go

• Plane: From Santiago to Punta Arenas/Puerto Natales.
• Tour From Punta Arenas/Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park.

For more information about prices press the next link http://www.parquetorresdelpaine.cl/es/tarifas-de-ingreso.

Recommendations

The climate is temperate, cold, and humid. The average annual temperature is 9° C maximum, and the minimum is 3° C. In autumn and winter, rainfall increases considerably.

For those who visit national park or national reserves, DO NOT litter the trails. Taking care of our parks and environment is everyone's responsibility. Avoid fines by following the rules.