Packing for a hiking trip in Torres del Paine National Park  means preparing for one of the most breathtaking yet unpredictable landscapes on Earth. The park is a dramatic mosaic of granite spires, turquoise lakes, glaciers, and wind-swept pampas—an adventurer’s paradise where the weather can turn from sunshine to sleet in a matter of minutes. Be prepared for a mix of terrains, from rocky trails and muddy forest paths to steep mountain passes and open plains where strong wind