Las Torres Patagonia offers all-expense-paid trips to help rebuild the Patagonian Hiking trail toward Base Torres in Torres del Paine National Park. The volunteers will be divided into two groups of five for five days (10 in total).
Entry: Starting February 5th, participants can enter the contest by posting a video of themself on Instagram explaining what sustainability and ecotourism mean to them or why they believe these topics are important.
- Videos must be no longer than 45 seconds.
- Tag @lastorres.patagonia and include the hashtag #PatagoniaVoluntourism2025 in the caption.
- Upload your video using the form provided. The video file must be in vertical (portrait) format with a resolution of 1080x1920 pixels.
- You have to follow us on Instagram @lastorres.patagonia
Participants also need to complete their registration on the official landing page to be contacted. Entries close at midnight PST on March 5.
Judging: After March 5, Las Torres Patagonia will announce the 10 winners on its Instagram account (@lastorres.patagonia) and reserves the right to select winners who meet all criteria. It will also organize groups and assign travel dates.
Winners will also be notified via email. Those selected must confirm their acceptance of the prize by March 7.
The Prize: Winners will receive an all-expenses-paid, five-day trip to Patagonia, Chile, including round-trip airfare. They will contribute to restoring trails and surrounding areas.
- Upon arrival at Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas Airport, participants will begin their journey at Hotel Las Torres, an upscale all-inclusive lodge located at the entrance of Torres del Paine National Park.
- The itinerary includes exploring diverse trekking circuits, such as the famous W and O routes, along with a mix of trail restoration work, relaxation, and adventure in one of the world’s most stunning natural environments.
DEADLINES 2025: From Feb 05th to March 5, Las Torres Patagonia will welcome video entries on Instagram for the chance to win a spot on this life-changing trip. Within the video entries, entrants should describe what sustainability and ecotourism mean to them, or why they believe it is important.
- All entries must tag @lastorres.patagonia and hashtag #PatagoniaVoluntourism2025. After March 5, the expert panel of judges will choose the ten lucky winners to join the trip, which will be hosted over two sets of dates -- five volunteers between April 7 to 12, and five volunteers between April 15 and 20.
- The IG Account must be "public"
- Las Torres Patagonia will arrange airfare and travel all the winner has to do is pack!
Terms and Conditions:
Eligibility: Participants must be at least 21 years old, reside in the United States, Canada, Brasil and/or Chile and be in physical condition to perform strenuous outdoor activities.
Submission Requirements:
- All entries must be submitted by Feb 19 (closing at midnight PST), tagging @lastorres.patagonia and using the hashtag #PatagoniaVoluntourism2025.
- A completed online form is also required for eligibility.
- Prize Details: Winners will receive non-refundable, round-trip airfare, ground transportation to and from Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas Airport, lodging, meals at Las Torres Patagonia, and a customized ecotourism itinerary led by professionals.
Important Notes:
- Travel dates will be assigned at random.
- The prize is non-negotiable, non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
- Instagram posts must be public to qualify.
- By participating, entrants agree to be featured in promotional photos shared on social media and to share campaign content on their personal social media channels as part of the experience.
- Additional terms and conditions may apply.
10 days -10 volunteers
Winners will support the restoration of Base Torres in Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Park.
Hands on voluntourism
The voluntourism project focuses on rehabilitating deeply eroded trails, contributing to a sustainable legacy for the ecosystem.
Patagonia Chile
Torres del Paine National Park in Chile’s Southern Ice Field has some of the most impressive mountains in the world.
