In the Magallanes Region, you will find the ranches of Chilean Patagonia, where you can stay and enjoy incredible activities amidst a natural environment unique in the world.
Do you imagine being surrounded by fjords and glaciers? It is possible in these spaces full of history, which also serve as a gateway to great attractions like Torres del Paine.
You will find activities like puma and bird sightings, photography tours, fly fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking.
7 incredible ranches in Chile
1. San Luis Ranch
Discover the beauty of livestock farming on the 13,000 hectares of San Luis Ranch, where the Cárdenas-Oyarzún family has been working with effort and perseverance for over 45 years. You can enjoy horseback riding, excursions to Cerro Cazador, lodging at Vizcachas River Outpost, and a delicious spit-roasted lamb.
How to get there:
- From Puerto Natales, you will have to travel 1.5 hours by vehicle north, first taking Ruta 9 and then Y-185 towards the El Chingo sector.
- If you come from Argentina, you can travel about 5 to 6 hours from El Calafate and cross the border at Paso Río Don Guillermo.
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2. Baguales Glamping
Enjoy deluxe domes in Sierra Baguales, a remote area located next to Torres del Paine. E-bike rides, horseback riding, photography tours, fossil discovery, Stand Up Paddle, and flora and fauna sightings are some of the services offered by the ranch.
How to get there:
- Baguales Glamping is located at the end of Ruta 9, near the border with Argentina and just over two hours from Puerto Natales.
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3. Cerro Guido Ranch
At Estancia Cerro Guido, you can share with authentic local gauchos. Here, the ranch culture breathes, in an area located as a biological corridor with Torres del Paine. Its emblematic quincho, “El Ruedo,” is a must-visit to enjoy the traditional spit-roasted lamb.
How to get there:
From Puerto Natales, you will have to travel 1 hour and 20 minutes by vehicle north, first taking Ruta 9 and then Y-185 towards the El Chingo sector. If you come from Argentina, you can travel about 5 to 6 hours from El Calafate and cross the border at Paso Río Don Guillermo.
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4. Estancia Laguna Amarga
At Estancia Laguna Amarga, you will find wonderful surroundings across more than 7,000 hectares. It is known as “the land of pumas” due to the large number of pumas inhabiting the area, magnificent creatures you can observe on expeditions of up to six days and seven nights.
How to get there:
From Puerto Natales, you must travel 1 hour and 20 minutes north on Ruta 9, passing Cerro Castillo and then taking the detour to Y-150. You should turn left shortly after passing the Sarmiento Lake viewpoint.
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5. Estancia Cerro Negro
Estancia Cerro Negro is part of Reserva Las Torres and a perfect place to take a break before heading to Torres del Paine National Park.
Here you can meet friendly sheepdogs and learn more about sheep shearing, as well as visit a house museum that seems frozen in time.
How to get there:
Estancia Cerro Negro is located at kilometer 193 of Ruta 9. Its visit is included in the Reserva Las Torres All-Inclusive program, and guests not on the program can visit after contacting an executive. Service is seasonal, from when Hotel Las Torres opens until it closes.
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6. Estancia Sofía – Pingo Salvaje
Did you know that horses in Chilean Patagonia are called ‘pingos’? At Estancia Sofía – Pingo Salvaje, you can go horseback riding that crosses some of the most stunning landscapes of Chilean Patagonia, as well as other outdoor activities that will inspire you.
How to get there:
Estancia Sofía – Pingo Salvaje is located just 25 minutes from Puerto Natales, passing through Ruta 9 and then Ruta Y-280 towards Laguna Sofía.
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7. Estancia La Península
Dare to cross by boat to reach Estancia La Península, an exclusive site located in the Última Esperanza Fjord. You can enjoy horseback riding in beautiful landscapes, spit-roasted lamb, and a stay in the La Barrosa cabin, with beautiful architecture and an enviable view.
How to get there:
You must take a ferry at Mac Lean Pier, seven minutes from Puerto Natales, and travel 40 minutes across the Golfo Almirante Montt to arrive at the port leading to the ranch.
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8. Estancia Río Penitente
Founded in 1891 and preserved by five generations, Estancia Río Penitente is a fundamental pillar of Magallanes’ livestock history. Its Victorian architecture and original shearing shed transport you to the late 19th century without losing modern comfort. Here you can enjoy fly fishing, horseback riding, riverside walks, witness traditional sheep shearing, and crown the day with an authentic spit-roasted lamb in its quincho.
How to get there:
The ranch is located next to Ruta 9, approximately halfway between Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales, making it a strategic and easily accessible stop on the region’s main thoroughfare.
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9. Estancia Lago Pinto
Guarded by the Pivcevic family for three generations, at Estancia Lago Pinto you will discover the authenticity of the Patagonian countryside on the shores of Lake Aníbal Pinto. You can explore imposing landscapes on horseback, admire the skill of sheepdogs at work, and share a traditional spit-roasted lamb barbecue in an intimate and cozy atmosphere, designed for small groups.
How to get there:
From Puerto Natales, you must drive south for about 45 minutes (42 km) through the Magallanes steppe until you reach the Lake Aníbal Pinto sector. If you arrive by air, access is easily connected from Puerto Natales aerodrome or Punta Arenas airport.
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