El Chaltén Guided Hiking Tour
Pack the best of Patagonia into a 4-day adventure
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El Chaltén Guided Hiking Tour Overview
Time seems to stand still in Patagonia, making the 4-Day Patagonian Hiking Adventure feel like the adventure of a lifetime. Take 4 fully immersive days to experience the raw, wild beauty of Patagonia on your own two feet, taking in summits, glaciers, lagoons, and so much more.
You can fit a lot into 4 days! You’ll hike to stellar viewpoints over Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, two mountains that define the scenery of the region. Trek past impossibly blue lakes and lagoons, then tread deep into quiet forests. Up the thrill level with a via ferrata course, strapping on your helmet and harnessing in to ascend to the Cagliero Glacier, then spending as much time as you please trekking across the ice. Sleep each night in campsites, unplugged and unhurried as you enjoy a journey you won’t ever forget.
Trip highlights
Get up close to some of the most iconic mountains in Patagonia, including Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.
Marvel at the gem-blue Laguna de los Tres and the picturesque Mother and Daughter Lagoons.
Sleep in campsites nestled right underneath the mountains, letting you disconnect and fully appreciate the scenery.
Use a thrilling via ferrata course to hike along the icy blue and white Cagliero Glacier.
Day By Day Itinerary
You may want to arrive the day before your tour, as Day 1 wastes no time in getting started! Begin with a hike that leaves from El Chaltén to Laguna Toro. You’ll hike through Antarctic Beech forests to a picture-perfect viewpoint over Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and the Huemul Mountains.
After getting started on a high note, you’ll keep going over an alpine ridge, descending down the Agachonas Pass and crossing a river with the help of a zip line (woohoo!) and arriving at the Prestadores Campground.
- Overnight Location:
- Campsite in Argentinian Patagonia
- Distance:
- 9 hours, 16km
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Wake up early for a wonderful day, beginning a hike to Laguna de los Tres. This gorgeous lake is at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy, one of the (if not the) most recognizable sights in Patagonia. You’ll be able to appreciate the Mother and Daughter Lagoons along the way. At the lake, savour the closest view you can get of the mountain and its satellite peaks without any technical skill.
After lunch under the shadow of the mountain, hike to the Poincenot campground, a favourite of hikers and climbers from all around.
- Overnight Location:
- Campground in Argentinian Patagonia
- Distance:
- 6-7 hours, 7km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Rise early enough to snap a sunrise photo of Fitz Roy (well worth losing a little sleep!) before packing up and beginning your hike. Today, you’ll start by hiking to the Piedras Blancas Glacier viewpoint, then on through a green valley known as Valle del Rio Diablo (the Devil’s River Valley). The path today is flatter, making the trek to tonight’s campsite much easier. You’ll go to sleep with views of the Cagliero Glacier.
- Overnight Location:
- Lodge in Rio Diablo
- Distance:
- 6-7 hours, 10km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The last day of your tour doesn’t skimp on sights! Begin with a hike over a via ferrata course, donning your helmets and using the wire and ropes course to navigate the ascent. At the top, you’ll arrive at the Cagliero Glacier, where you’ll put your crampons on and begin to navigate the ice. Take photo and snack breaks, soaking up the time you have on this icy massif.
At the end of your hike, you’ll transfer back to El Chaltén to wrap up your adventure.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 6-7 hours, 8km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 afternoon teas, and 3 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 4 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour in El Chaltén are not included but can be added as a supplement.
- Porters for your luggage can be hired, but otherwise, luggage transfers will be your responsibility. Airport transfers are not included.
- Camping and cooking equipment
- Certified mountain guide
- Technical hiking equipment (harness, snowshoes, crampons, helmet)
- First aid equipment
- VHF radio
- National park fees
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tour guide gratuity if desired
- Alcoholic drinks
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Gear rental if required
- Porter service
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5 as the hikes on this tour are up to 9 hours in length and occur at high altitudes with challenging elevation changes. You will navigate a via ferrata course on one of your hikes. You will also sleep in very basic campsites, be carrying your belongings in your backpack and potentially deal with inclement weather. Fit hikers will be able to get the most out of this tour.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 afternoon teas, and 3 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into El Calafate International Airport (FTE). El Chaltén is about 4 hours away by bus.
Yes, the guide will be English-speaking.
The tour ends in El Chaltén. You can reach El Calafate by bus.
The recommended packing list for this tour includes but is not limited to: a 30-40L backpack, a hat, a buff, thermal layers, a fleece, a waterproof jacket and pants, warm gloves, hiking boots, a pair of sandals for wading, gaiters, poles (can be hired locally), sunglasses, lip balm, sunscreen, a water bottle, a headlamp, toilet paper, and comfortable hiking clothes.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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