Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve
Discover A Protected Patagonian Wilderness & Membership Community
YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR WILDERNESS SANCTUARY
Imagine going deeper into the wildest reaches of Patagonia to a pristine and protected refuge, far off the beaten path and yet neighboring Torres del Paine National Park, defined by remerging wildlife, jaw-dropping landscapes, and unique Explora-only experiences.
It is our pleasure to introduce you to the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve, a first-of-its-kind, privately funded, and permanently protected wilderness sanctuary created in partnership with The Nature Conservancy.
Within this extraordinary place, discover an exclusive global community limited to just 100 members, who are joining us in creating a powerful legacy in conservation. Members benefit from unrivaled access, privileged Explora travel and two distinct membership tiers, one that includes a homesite in the heart of the Reserve.
For more than 30 years, Explora has been devoted to authentic exploration and to protecting the fragile ecosystems we are so privileged to experience. We invite you now to discover the crown jewel of our efforts and to join us on an unforgettable journey to conservation at the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve.
Gonzalo Undurraga CEO of Explora
Max Ibañez President of Explora
TORRES DEL PAINE CONSERVATION RESERVE
Experience Patagonia’s Untamed Magic
Located within the UNESCO-designated Torres Del Paine Biosphere, Explora’s protected Reserve is a rewilded and thriving Patagonian ecosystem unlike any other. Every day here offers a front-row seat to nature’s drama. Stealthy pumas trail herds of guanacos across golden steppes. Hiking trails wind through lenga and ñirre forests, revealing blooming orchids and winding blue rivers.
14,800 acres (6,000 hectares)
22 Mammal Species & 140 Bird Species
40% Forests & 130 Plant Species
DISCOVER RARE PATAGONIA ADVENTURES
Exploration is at the heart of everything we do and the ultimate way to experience our wilderness haven. Start your adventure here with Explora-only horseback rides, hikes to hidden waterfalls, wildlife treks and asado feasts prepared by our gauchos.
Rare Wildlife Encounters
Enjoy opportunities to witness the elusive puma stalking lively herds of grazing guanacos, armadillos scurring through the underbrush, soaring Andean condors — among Reserve’s 140-plus bird species — and more.
Stunning Landscape Immersion
Explore a remerging wilderness, defined by lenga and ñirre forests, blooming neneos and calafates, sweeping steppe terrain, and the converging Zamora and Las Chinas rivers.
Authentic Culture
Spend unhurried time with gauchos, who saddle your horse and guide rides in their backyard, share stories over mate, and prepare traditional fire-cooked asados at the Reserve’s own quincho.
More Adventures Beyond the Reserve
Launch into greater Patagonia with convenient access to glacier boat trips, alpine climbs, wildlife safaris, and iconic hikes inside the national park.
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STAY AT OUR NEW LODGE
Opening late 2026, our new Lodge in the heart of the Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve will feature 10 inviting accommodations, each framing a view of the Reserve’s natural wonders and an expression of Explora’s signature “Luxury of the Essential” style.
JOIN A VISIONARY MEMBERSHIP
United by a love for exploring and protecting the world’s most pristine ecosystems, members of the Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve gain access to an unrivaled experience on full throttle — and everything you’ve come to expect from the world’s leading luxury expedition company.
Two Memberships, One Shared Vision
Limited to just 100 members, Explora’s first-ever membership community offers a rare opportunity to own a homesite within our permanently protected Patagonia reserve as well as privileged access to exclusive Explora travel benefits. Memberships are offered at two distinct tiers: the Legacy Membership and Estate Membership.
Legacy Membership for Adventure Seekers
Available to 70 members for US$350,000, this membership is designed for true explorers at heart. Legacy Members enjoy exceptional travel benefits, including all-inclusive stays at every lodge within the Explora collection, as well as the flexibility to upgrade and own a homesite.
Estate Membership for Land in Patagonia
Available to 30 members for US$1M, this exclusive membership offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a home on spectacular land within a protected Patagonian Conservation Reserve, all fully supported by award-winning Explora.
ADDITIONAL MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
• Elite status in Explora’s Echo Society loyalty program
• Unlimited access to guided Explorations, including trail hikes
• Use of the Reserve’s quincho and other gathering spaces for private events.
• Internships, such as summer camp with the Reserve’s park rangers
• The opportunity to serve as a representing member on the Reserve’s conservation strategy board.
Privileged Travel in Award-Winning Explora Style
Legacy Members enjoy all-inclusive stays at the Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve, whether at the four-bedroom Guest House or new 10-room Lodge opening in 2026. Members also enjoy all inclusive stays at every Explora lodge, including Explora Atacama and Explora Parque Nacional, as well as automatic Elite status in Explora’s Echo Society loyalty program.
Freedom to Choose
Undecided on land and home ownership at the Reserve? Within three years of joining, your membership fee can be applied toward an Estate Membership with no penalty or repercussion, giving you the rare freedom to decide between boundless travel or a permanent retreat of your own.
An Enduring Conservation Legacy
Created in partnership with the Nature Conservancy, the Reserve’s groundbreaking conservation model reflects a funding structure that guarantees its full legal protection in perpetuity. As a member, experience a powerful philanthropic contribution to the natural world, extraordinary lifestyle in a Patagonia wilderness and a profoundly meaningful gift and legacy to share with loved ones for generations to come.
LEGACY MEMBERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
› All-inclusive stays at all Explora lodges worldwide.
› 15 complimentary nights at any Explora lodge to share with two guests annually.
› The opportunity to serve on the Reserve’s conservation strategy board.
› Internships for all ages, such as summer camp with the Reserve’s park rangers.
› Most flexible path to ownership at the Reserve, with the option to upgrade to the Estate Membership within three years.
› Limited to 70 founding members for US $350,000.
Exclusive Land & Home Ownership
As an Estate Member, you hold more than a membership. You own a piece of land and the opportunity to build a home in a spectacular sanctuary, one that comes with the privilege of communing with a pristine Patagonian environment — a place resplendent with waterfalls, mountains and wildlife — all available right outside your front door. It’s a true wilderness legacy offering with no equal, ensuring a protected refuge for your family to return to for generations.
Supported by Award-Winning Explora
While land ownership opportunities exist throughout Patagonia, none come with the level of support found with Explora at its Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve. Backed my more than three decades of experience operating in South America’s most remote destinations, we provide guidance and unmatched expertise at every step, offering everything from sustainable architecture and innovative design consulting to property management, rental coordination and signature award-winning hospitality.
A Wilderness Refuge Protected Forever
The Estate Membership combines the best of authentic and experiential adventure, innovative conservation, and luxury home ownership into one rare opportunity: a permanent foothold in Patagonia’s wildest landscapes, created for your family and protected forever.
ESTATE MEMBERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
› Exclusive ownership of a 3.7–5 acre lot within the Reserve.
› Expert development guidance and support from Explora, including architectural consulting and sustainable building solutions.
› Comprehensive property management, including provisioning, housekeeping, and rental coordination.
› Ability to keep your own horse at the Reserve stable.
› Limited to 30 founding members worldwide for US $1M.
ENJOY STAYS AT EVERY EXPLORA LODGE
Members of the Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve enjoy all-inclusive stays at every lodge in an Explora destination, including two new lodges opening in 2026.
Explora Torres del Paine
Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile
50 rooms
Explora Rapa Nui
Easter Island, Chile
30 rooms
Explora Uyuni
Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia
6 rooms
Explora Atacama
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
50 rooms
Explora El Chaltén
Los Huemules C. Reserve, Argentina
20 rooms
NEW IN 2026:
Explora El Calafate
Santa Cruz, Argentina
20 rooms
Explora Valle Sagrado
The Sacred Valley of the Incas, Chile
50 rooms
Explora Parque Nacional Patagonia
Patagonia National Park, Chile
15 rooms
NEW IN 2026:
Explora Lodge at the Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve
The Torres Del Paine C. Reserve
10 rooms
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Designed by the World’s Leading Expedition Company
Here’s what sets the Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve apart from any other wilderness in Patagonia: every detail, from world-class hospitality to land stewardship, is under the wing of award-winning Explora. With more than 30 years pioneering lodges and Explorations in the world’s most remote corners, Explora delivers something no other conservation project in Patagonia — or anywhere — can offer: the assurance that your every stay, every adventure, and every investment is shaped by the foremost name in luxury expeditions.
At Explora’s flagship Reserve, members and guests experience the best of both worlds: groundbreaking conservation paired with the comfort, service, and the vision of a company devoted to exploration not only as a journey to conservation but also as a way of life. Whether through one-of-a-kind Explorations led by Explora’s own expert guides, authentic cultural immersions with gauchos, stays at its Guest House and forthcoming Lodge, or tailored home development support for Estate Members, everything is guided by the same promise: unmatched expertise, trust, and care at every step.
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Patagonia Forever
To visit our Reserve, speak with your guides at Explora’s Torres del Paine Lodge or contact us at explora.com or conservationreserves@explora.com.
DISCOVER EXPLORA CONSERVATION
Explora Conservation unites responsible exploration, community engagement and strategic collaboration to protect and sustain the unique destinations we explore. The Torres Del Paine Conservation Reserve stands as our cornerstone initiative.
Within the Reserve, guests encounter immaculate trails, expertly maintained infrastructure, and rewilded landscapes, actively recovering under the care of Explora’s own team of park rangers and conservation specialists. The Reserve is also a living laboratory, where scientific research — supported by tools like trap cameras — documents the return of native species and flourishing biodiversity.
As the crown jewel of Explora’s growing collection of visionary Conservation Reserves, this self-sustaining, fully protected model embodies Explora’s bold commitment to ultimately safeguard one million hectares of the planet’s most vulnerable ecosystems.
To learn more about Explora Conservation and our projects throughout South America, visit exploraconservation.org
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