So, hike number 2, to the viewpoint of Los Torres. G's legs were tender from yesterday when they were cramping, but we stocked up at breakfast and set off about 10 in beautiful sunshine. We were told it would take between 7 and 8 hours and was tough. They weren't lying! After an hour we were struggling as it was uphill all the way - the 18kms from yesterday were being felt. Then we had a slow descent into a valley with a stop at a refugio for a drink and rest fo...

Well looky, looky here!! Another blog from the G man. Although two and three come together due to technical issues at the place we have just left, Torres del Paine National park, Chile. As Becky remarked on our arrival, 'I'm not sure I've ever stayed at a place so remote' and I can't disagree with that. Mobile coverage had long evaporated from the airwaves before reaching our new home for the next few days. That along with the disappearance of pretty much everyt...