Patagonia has been on my bucket list for years, and this March, that dream finally becomes a reality. After more than a year of planning, the six of us travel to Patagonia in March 2026, ready for an unforgettable adventure. Our journey begins in Chile, with stops in Punta Arenas, Magdalena Island, and Torres del Paine. From there, we cross into Argentina to visit El Calafate and witness the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park. The afternoon of day 3 after our visit to the penguins on Magdalena Island, we travel from Punta Arenas to Torres Del Paine for 4 days glamping at Patagonia Camp at the shores of Toro Lake.
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart – Helen Keller
Arrival at Patagonia Camp on the shores of Toro Lake
After a 4.5-hour drive from Punta Arenas, we arrive at Patagonia Camp on the shores of Lake Toro in Torres del Paine National Park.
We turn onto a private gravel road and within minutes, Lake Toro comes into view. Around the bend, the yurts appear—tucked into the trees along the shoreline. It’s a stunning first impression.
Pedro, our driver, unloads our luggage and we’re escorted to the Puma Room for a welcome drink and briefing by Erika.
Nacho, the camp’s mixologist, introduces himself and offers to create custom cocktails for me—without lemon or lime. A small detail, but one that sets the tone for the stay.
The yurts
We’re shown the restaurant and bar before heading to our accommodations: one family yurt with two bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a hot tub and 0ne two-person yurt. The yurts are beautifully designed—eco-friendly, comfortable, and perfectly integrated into the landscape.
By 7:30 p.m., we’re settled in and ready for a cocktails and dinner.
Sunset Cocktails
That first evening, we spend more time with Nacho. His signature cocktail usually includes citrus, but he creates a custom citrus-free mix just for me with my name on it, that he can use in his creations.
He even shares his personal notebook filled with cocktail recipes and sketches—both creative and personal.
Each night, we return for drinks while watching the most beautiful sunsets over Lake Toro and the Andes. It quickly becomes our favorite ritual.
The Dining experience
The dining room offers sweeping views and a different three-course menu for lunch and dinner each day, inspired by local ingredients. Breakfast is buffet-style and during breakfast, guests can prepare lunch boxes with salads sandwiches for excursions. And as a special treat to fresh baked chocolate chip cookies or brownies. Nothing tastes better during a hike. .
Over our stay, we enjoy four dinners, four breakfasts, two packed lunches, and one sit-down lunch. Everything is excellent.
Service that stands out
Patagonia camp is undisputable top notch. From the accommodation to the restaurant and bar, to the private excursions. But what most stands out is the staff. Nacho, our mixologist mixing his favorite cocktails for us. The chef and kitchen staff coming up with new menus with the most flavorful and delicious dishes every day. The serving staff (Miguel and Matias) paying attention to every detail. When Tricia is about to let my try her abalone, Matias comes rushing, telling me I can’t as it has lemon. While getting breakfast one day, one of waitresses comes up to me, telling me that I can’t have the cookies. Erika is waiting for us on our return from horseback riding, making sure our experience was a good one – this was the first time they used this company.
It is that level of attention to details and personal touch, that makes a stay exceptional versus good or great.
Photo credit Liane Aihara, Bina Motiram, Tricia Jagt, Seema O'Dwyer, Maureen OGorman, Mariel van Tatenhove
