Itinerary
- Day 1
El Calafate to El Chaltén
You'll get picked up from your hotel in El Calafate early in the morning for a 3-hour drive to El Chaltén. The route takes you past Lake Argentino and along views of Viedma Glacier, so there's plenty to see from the vehicle. You'll stop at Parador La Leona to check out the museum and grab coffee before heading to your accommodation. Once you're settled, you'll hike to Laguna Capri during the golden hour to catch the sunset over Mount Fitz Roy. Bring an appetite because you'll have Argentine snacks and try traditional mate while watching the light change on the mountain.
- Meals
- Snack (Sunset Picnic at Laguna Capri with freshly brewed coffee or tea, local pastries (facturas and alfajores), and traditional mate)
Included Activities
- Transfer from El Calafate hotel
- Scenic drive with stops at Lake Argentino and Viedma Glacier viewpoints
- Visit to Parador La Leona museum (15 minutes)
- Sunset hike to Laguna Capri with Mountain Trekking Guide
- Sunset viewing at Laguna Capri
Optional Activities
- Explore El Chaltén village after check-in
Landmarks/POIs Lake Argentino Viedma Glacier Parador La Leona Mount Fitz Roy Laguna Capri - Day 2
Lago del Desierto and Vespignani Glacier
This is a full day at Lago del Desierto starting with a 37 km drive on a gravel road beside Río de las Vueltas. You'll stop at several panoramic viewpoints to take photos along the way. From there, you'll board a boat for a 30-minute crossing where you can see Huemul and Crestón Glaciers from the water. After landing near Vespignani Glacier, you'll hike marked trails for about 4 hours with a guide leading the way for safety. The trails vary in difficulty, so there's something for different fitness levels. You'll return by boat and then bus back to El Chaltén.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Box Lunch), Snack (Hot chocolate served before return boat journey)
Included Activities
- Transport from El Chaltén to Lago del Desierto
- Scenic drive with photo stops and regional commentary
- Boat navigation across Lago del Desierto (30 minutes)
- Access to marked hiking trails near Vespignani Glacier (4 hours exploration)
- Local staff guidance for safety during trail exploration
- Return boat crossing and transport to El Chaltén
Optional Activities
- Hike Laguna de los Tres trail
- Hike Cerro Torre trail
- Explore alternative marked trails based on fitness level
Landmarks/POIs Lago del Desierto Río de las Vueltas Huemul Glacier Crestón Glacier Vespignani Glacier - Day 3
El Chaltén Free Day
You have the day to yourself in El Chaltén and can choose how to spend it. If you want a serious challenge, hike to Laguna de los Tres or Cerro Torre for views from higher elevations. Prefer something shorter and less demanding? Head to Chorrillo del Salto waterfall or the Los Cóndores and Las Águilas viewpoints instead. All the trails here show off Patagonian landscape, and you can set your own pace since there's no organized activity scheduled.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hike Laguna de los Tres trail
- Hike Cerro Torre trail
- Visit Chorrillo del Salto waterfall
- Hike Los Cóndores viewpoint
- Hike Las Águilas viewpoint
- Explore other village trails and attractions
Landmarks/POIs Laguna de los Tres Cerro Torre Chorrillo del Salto waterfall Los Cóndores viewpoint Las Águilas viewpoint - Day 4
El Chaltén to El Calafate
In the afternoon, you'll transfer back to El Calafate from El Chaltén. You can arrange to be dropped at your hotel, the bus station, or the airport depending on your plans. After you arrive, the rest of your day is free to relax or handle any final business. This marks the end of your tour services.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer from El Chaltén to El Calafate (hotel, bus station, or airport)
