# Torres del Paine tourism and wildlife management

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/torres-del-paine-tourism-and-wildlife-management
> Updated: 2026-10-03T17:35:13.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Torres del Paine National Park is implementing new management strategies and seasonal adjustments. The Chilean forestry authority, CONAF, has closed the Macizo-Paine O-Circuit until at least October 31, 2026, though portions of the W-Trek remain open with warnings regarding winter conditions.

In the hospitality sector, Hotel Las Torres is expanding its services with a new restaurant and specialized puma-watching excursions. This focus on wildlife observation is mirrored in regional administrative efforts, as officials from Torres del Paine recently visited Cochrane to exchange expertise on tourism management, territorial administration, and protocols for observing fauna such as pumas.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Torres del Paine officials visit Cochrane to exchange tourism expertise

Torres del Paine officials visited Cochrane to exchange expertise on sustainable tourism, territorial management, and wildlife observation protocols, including puma sighting guidelines.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torres-del-paine-officials-visit-cochrane-to-exchange-tourism-expertise

### 2026-10-02: Torres del Paine announces trail closures and new seasonal offerings

The O-Circuit in Torres del Paine remains closed until October 31, 2026, due to safety concerns, while Hotel Las Torres announces new seasonal dining and puma-tracking excursions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torres-del-paine-announces-trail-closures-and-new-seasonal-offerings

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Cite as: Torres del Paine tourism and wildlife management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/torres-del-paine-tourism-and-wildlife-management