Activity description
The adventure begins when our comfortable minibus picks you up at your accommodation in El Calafate. With everyone on board, we'll embark on a three-hour drive along the legendary National Route 40, a road that crosses the vast and impressive Patagonian steppe. As we continue, the majestic Southern Andes begin to appear on the horizon, crowned by the iconic silhouette of Mount Fitz Roy, a breathtaking spectacle.
Halfway through, we'll make a strategic stop so you can stretch and enjoy the first panoramic views. Upon arrival in El Chaltén, you'll have a short rest before joining you with a specialized trekking guide, who will accompany the group throughout the trek, ensuring a safe and enriching experience.
The trail starts at Puente del Río Eléctrico, just 14 kilometers from El Chaltén. There, you'll be served a private meal before beginning the hike. The first section, a leisurely 6.3-km hike lasting approximately an hour and a half, will take you to the Piedras Blancas Viewpoint, where you can witness the majesty of the glacier of the same name.
From here, you will have two options to continue:
Group 2: If you prefer a more relaxed tour, you'll follow one of our guides to the charming Capri Lagoon, a true natural oasis with spectacular views of Fitz Roy. Here, you'll enjoy lunch surrounded by unique landscapes before beginning the descent to El Chaltén.
Group 1: If you're looking for a challenge, continue towards the famous Laguna de los Tres. This more demanding section, with a 430-meter climb over almost 3 km, will reward you with unforgettable views as you approach the heart of the mountain range. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the impressive Fitz Roy massif reflected in the lagoon's turquoise waters. It's the perfect spot to have lunch, take photographs, and marvel at the immensity of nature.
After exploring and enjoying this magical retreat, the two groups will meet again at Camp Poincenot to begin the return journey, passing through the Capri Lagoon. Finally, our minibus will return you to El Calafate.
Notes:
Entrance to Los Glaciares National Park is not included. It costs approximately US$45,000 and is payable at the entrance. Mastercard is not accepted; you can pay in cash or Visa in Argentine pesos upon arrival.
Children under 10 and over 55 are not allowed to participate in this activity, without exception. Pregnant women or people with reduced mobility, arthritis, prosthetics, knee or pinky finger problems, excess weight, heart problems, or recent surgeries are not allowed to participate in this activity.
We recommend bringing: a cold water bottle, a small backpack, a spare pair of socks, gloves, and a hat, a flashlight or cell phone with battery in case it gets dark, and shoes with non-slip soles. We recommend waterproof hiking boots, trekking poles, and an extra change of clothes.
The tour is not canceled due to bad weather, but depending on the weather conditions that occur during the walk, it will be at the guide's discretion to continue with the section to Laguna de los 3 or return via Laguna Capri.
Some hotels in the city are not included in our pickup itinerary. If this is the case, we will contact you to indicate the closest hotel to which you should go so we can pick you up for the tour. You should wait for your guide in the lobby of the indicated hotel.
To confirm your reservation, we need you to send us the following information about all passengers who will be taking the tour: Passport Number, Nationality, Date of Birth, Hotel where you will be staying.
