This morning we had breakfast at the hotel before we were met by the shuttle driver and guide for our trip to Eco Camp office in Puerto Natales. Before getting to the office, we made a stop at Milodon Cave. It was good to get out of the van and go for a walk. The caves were interesting and the trail to the caves was easy. Our guide explained …

Today, our group met for breakfast. As instructed the night before, our stuff sacks were packed for the two day trek. Our first trekking day was about to begin. We left at 10 am and were expected to get to Refugio Los Cuernos before 3pm. Our guide told us that today's hike was ''easy'', being that it was one of the shorter hikes. From Eco …

Today started with our group meeting for breakfast. The staff at Refugio Los Cuernos packed our lunches on bread that was made fresh. Our second day of trekking day was about to begin. We left around 8 am and we arrived at the Italian Campsite before noon. From here, part of the group took the trail through the French Valley and other part of …

We were to be ready for breakfast by 7am, and would leave soon after. Today we had to get to a ferry at Refugio Gray. It was hard to get ready with no running water or electricity in lodge, but we all made due and laughed about it. The best plans usually have a curve ball thrown in and make things more exciting. The day was cool and raining …

Today's trek was to Torres del Paine view point. It was raining all night and continued in the morning. Some of us stayed back at camp and enjoyed the day there. From Eco Camp, there are spectacular views of Torres del Paine, or Towers of Paine, three towers known as the south, central and north towers. Hikers from around the world attempt …

Today's excursion was a drive through Torres del Paine park. We saw all kinds of animals. There were guanaco, rheas (a flightless bird), a photogenic fox, and various birds of prey including cinereous harrier, Andean condors, and buzzard-eagle and chimango caracaras. We saw a group of Chilean flamingos take flight from the lake, as well as …

The shuttle left Eco Camp at 6am. It was still dark and everyone was asleep. To our amazement, we saw a few sets of eyes glowing in the distance. Our driver told us they were pumas. In fact it was, three pumas to be exact, chasing a rabbit. The rabbit took cover under the van we were in. The chase continued into the fields and we were back …

The amazing trip to Patagonia has come to a conclusion. What lies ahead is a long trip back home. It starts with a flight from El Calafate to Buenos Aires in the morning. . . a shuttle service between airports in Buenos Aires...a layover at the international airport, which led to some purchases at duty free; some Malbec wine as a souvenir....and …

Home sweet home. I will always remember where I've been, the people I've had the privilege of meeting and traveling with, and all the wonderful memories.