Private transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate
Private transportation service between Torres del Paine and El Calafate (Argentina)
BEST VALUE FOR GROUPS OF 4 OR MORE 👌
Briefing
Book your Private Transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate in advance and travel comfortably from Chile to Argentina with a private service tailored to your group.
The transfer is operated in modern, air-conditioned vehicles with capacity for up to 6 or 14 passengers. The vehicle assigned will depend on your group size and availability on your travel date.
Tour details
Included
- Pickup in Torres del Paine
- Private Transfer
- Luggage transport (backpack + suitcase up to 23 kg / 50 lb)
Not included
- Other Services
Important information
DEPARTURE TIMES
- Standard departures from Torres del Paine are available between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
- For later departures between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM, select the “Departure between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM” add-on when booking.
- Departure times are subject to the operating hours of the border crossing, which is not open 24 hours a day.
BORDER CROSSING
- This transfer includes crossing the border between Chile and Argentina. Each traveler is responsible for meeting all immigration requirements and carrying the documentation required to enter Argentina.
LUGGAGE
- Each passenger may bring one carry-on backpack and one suitcase or travel backpack weighing up to 23 kg (50 lb).
PICKUP DETAILS
- During the booking process, you must provide your exact pickup location in Torres del Paine and your preferred departure time.
PICKUP IN TORRES DEL PAINE
You can request pickup at any of the following locations:
- Hotel Las Torres, Welcome Center, or Central Campground
- Laguna Amarga Gate
- Pudeto, at the catamaran boarding area
- Hostería Pehoe or Camping Pehoe
- Hotel Lago Grey or Pingo Parking Lot, the boarding point for the Grey III boat
- Hotels in the Serrano Sector or accommodations in Villa Serrano
DROP-OFF IN EL CALAFATE
- The transfer ends at any location in El Calafate, including your hotel, the bus terminal, or another address within the city.
TYPE OF SERVICE
This service operates exclusively as a private transfer, similar to a private car or taxi service, making it especially convenient for groups. If you prefer a shared scheduled transfer, we recommend checking options with bus companies such as Bus-Sur, which operate this route.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation!
Cancel at least 96 hours before departure to receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made less than 96 hours before departure and no-shows are non-refundable.
Tour itinerary
Private Transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate
Distance: ≈ 168 miles (270 km)
Duration: ≈ 3.5–4.5 hours
Departure from Torres del Paine
The Private Transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate begins in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. Pickup is available from any of the following locations:
- Hotel Las Torres, Welcome Center, or Central Campground
- Laguna Amarga Gate
- Pudeto, catamaran boarding area
- Hostería Pehoe or Camping Pehoe
- Hotel Lago Grey or Pingo Parking Lot, the boarding point for the Grey III boat
- Hotels in the Serrano Sector or accommodations in Villa Serrano
During the booking process, please provide your exact pickup location and preferred departure time.
The drive to El Calafate takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. You should also allow additional time for border formalities between Chile and Argentina, which may take more than one hour depending on traffic and immigration procedures.
Arrival in El Calafate
After crossing the border into Argentina, you’ll continue to El Calafate.
The transfer ends at the location specified during booking, such as your hotel, the bus terminal, or another address within the city.
What to bring to Private transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate tour
LUGGAGE
- Each passenger may bring one carry-on backpack and one suitcase or travel backpack weighing up to 23 kg (50 lb).
ESSENTIAL
- Passport and any other required travel or immigration documents for crossing the border between Chile and Argentina.
RECOMMENDED
For a more comfortable journey, we recommend bringing:
- Comfortable clothing
- Water
- Headphones
Where does the tour Private transfer from Torres del Paine to El Calafate start
The transfer service begins in Torres del Paine, Chile. You can request pickup at any of the following locations:
- Hotel Las Torres
- Welcome Center
- Central Campground
- Laguna Amarga Gate
- Pudeto
- Hostería Pehoe
- Camping Pehoe
- Hotel Lago Grey
- Pingo Parking Lot
- Hotels in the Serrano Sector
- Accommodations in Villa Serrano
Standard pickup times are available between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. For pickups between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM, select the “Departure between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM” add-on during the booking process.
Questions & Answers
Why is there a surcharge for departures after 10:30 AM?
Departures between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM require an additional fee due to the operating schedule of the border crossing and the logistics involved in completing the service.
If you need to depart during this time, select the “Departure between 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM” add-on when booking. No add-on is required for departures between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
What are the vehicles like?
The transfer is operated in modern, air-conditioned private vehicles for a comfortable journey between Torres del Paine and El Calafate.
The available fleet includes:
- Minivans for up to 6 passengers
- Ford Transit vans for up to 14 passengers
The vehicle assigned will depend on your group size, luggage, and availability on your travel date.
How do I specify the pickup location and time?
During the booking process, you’ll need to provide your exact pickup location in Torres del Paine and your preferred departure time.
Pickup is available only from the locations listed in the tour description.
Which vehicle will be assigned based on group size?
Groups of up to 6 passengers typically travel in a minivan. Larger groups are usually assigned a Ford Transit with capacity for up to 14 passengers.
The final vehicle assignment depends on availability and your group’s luggage requirements.
How long does the trip from Torres del Paine to El Calafate take?
The drive takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. You should also allow additional time for customs and immigration procedures at the Chile-Argentina border, which may take more than one hour depending on traffic and border conditions.
How much luggage can I bring?
Each passenger may bring one carry-on backpack and one suitcase or travel backpack weighing up to 23 kg (50 lb).
If you are traveling with additional or oversized luggage, please contact us before booking so we can confirm whether it can be accommodated.
What documents do I need to cross the border?
This transfer crosses the border between Chile and Argentina. Each traveler is responsible for carrying a valid passport and any other documentation required to enter Argentina, including a visa when applicable.
Where can I be picked up in Torres del Paine?
Pickup is available from the following locations:
- Hotel Las Torres
- Welcome Center
- Central Campground
- Laguna Amarga Gate
- Pudeto
- Hostería Pehoe
- Camping Pehoe
- Hotel Lago Grey
- Pingo Parking Lot
- Hotels in the Serrano Sector
- Accommodations in Villa Serrano
Please select your pickup location during the booking process.
Where does the transfer end in El Calafate?
The transfer can end at any location in El Calafate, Argentina, including your hotel, the bus terminal, or another address within the city.
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