Full Day In El Chalten With Trekking To Laguna De Los Tres

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Embark on one of Patagonia’s most unforgettable trekking experiences with this full-day trip to El Chaltén from El Calafate. Hike the trail to Laguna de los Tres, one of the region’s most spectacular viewpoints facing Mount Fitz Roy. Along the way, cross ñire forests, streams, glaciers, and the remarkable landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park.

Throughout the adventure, a qualified trekking guide will accompany you on this challenging hike of approximately 22 km. The route includes a trail variation, allowing you to discover different landscapes on the way there and back.

⭐ The best part of this excursion

  • 🏔️ Laguna de los Tres: Reach the ultimate reward: an extraordinary panoramic viewpoint with the closest view of Mount Fitz Roy.
  • 🏞️ Iconic landscapes: Visit Laguna Capri, admire the Piedras Blancas Glacier viewpoint, and follow trails through native forests.
  • 🚐 Complete logistics: Enjoy round-trip transfers from El Calafate, a certified guide, and trekking poles.

    Tour Description

    Your adventure starts early in the morning with a hotel pick-up in El Calafate. From there, you will travel toward El Chaltén, enjoying some of the most iconic landscapes in Patagonia along the way.

    During the journey, we will make a technical stop in La Leona. You will have time to use the restrooms and enjoy a hearty breakfast before continuing to El Chaltén.

    Upon arriving in the village, we will meet our trekking guide, authorized by Los Glaciares National Park, and continue by vehicle to the Río Eléctrico bridge, located approximately 18 km from El Chaltén. The trek will begin at this point.

    🌲 Trekking to Laguna de los Tres

    The hike starts by crossing a ñire forest, as the trail gradually climbs through the region’s beautiful natural surroundings.

    One of the first highlights is the Piedras Blancas Glacier Viewpoint, offering spectacular views of this impressive hanging glacier and an opportunity to pause and take in the scenery.

    We will then continue along the forest trail until reaching Camp Poincenot, followed by Río Blanco. This area serves as a camp for climbers preparing to conquer the imposing walls of Mount Fitz Roy.

    From here, the most challenging section of the excursion begins: the final ascent to Laguna de los Tres.

    The effort is well worth it when we reach one of Patagonia’s most iconic landscapes. In front of us, we will see Mount Fitz Roy, Glaciar de los Tres (Three Glaciers), and the lagoon, framed by towering granite walls.

    We will have time to rest, admire the spectacular views, and enjoy lunch before beginning the descent.

    💧 The return journey through new landscapes

    The return route offers more opportunities to discover the area’s natural beauty, following trails accompanied by streams and crystal-clear waterways.

    During the descent, we will also visit Laguna Capri, another standout attraction on the trail, before continuing toward El Chaltén.

    Once back in town, you will have approximately 45 minutes of free time to relax and recharge. You can use this time to enjoy a craft beer, hot chocolate, waffles, or another local specialty.

    Finally, we will begin the vehicle journey back to El Calafate.

    What’s included?

    What’s included:

    🚐 Round-trip shuttle service to/from hotels in El Calafate. 🥾 Trekking guide authorized by Los Glaciares National Park. 🦯 Trekking poles.

    What’s NOT included:

    Box lunch. Entrance ticket to Los Glaciares National Park. Drinks and food and beverages during free time in El Chaltén. Personal expenses. Any service not expressly mentioned as included.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The excursion begins in El Calafate and offers a full-day trek to El Chaltén, within Los Glaciares National Park. Round-trip transportation from El Calafate is included, allowing you to enjoy this trekking experience without worrying about arranging transport between the two destinations. The itinerary includes access to the trail to Laguna de los Tres and the accompaniment of a certified trekking guide throughout the entire journey. For exact times, departure points, and other operational details, we recommend consulting the updated tour information.

    The trek to Laguna de los Tres is a challenging hike of approximately 22 kilometers, so you need to be prepared for an extensive trek along mountain trails. During the excursion, you'll cross forests of ñire trees, streams, glaciers, and diverse landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park. The route includes a trail variant that allows you to discover different scenery on the way there and back. The activity is led by a certified trekking guide and includes trekking poles. To assess whether this trek is suitable for your fitness level, please consult the excursion details.

    The trek to Laguna de los Tres offers a glimpse into some of the most iconic landscapes of Argentine Patagonia. The trail passes by Laguna Capri, provides a view of the Piedras Blancas Glacier, and traverses extensive native forests of ñire trees. You'll also encounter streams, glaciers, and diverse natural environments within Los Glaciares National Park. The highlight of the trek is reaching Laguna de los Tres, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Mount Fitz Roy. The trail variant provides different scenery on the outward and return journeys.

    Yes. The excursion includes round-trip transportation from El Calafate to the trailhead in El Chaltén, as well as a certified trekking guide throughout the hike. Trekking poles are also included as part of the activity's logistics. This way, the program combines the transportation and assistance needed to hike to Laguna de los Tres, one of the most outstanding natural viewpoints overlooking Mount Fitz Roy. For complete details of inclusions and service organization, please consult the excursion information.

    This is a full-day excursion that includes a challenging hike of approximately 22 kilometers to Laguna de los Tres, with a route that incorporates a trail variant to offer different landscapes on the way there and back. The exact hiking time, as well as departure and return times and breaks along the itinerary, are not specified in the available information. Therefore, if you need to plan your day in El Calafate or confirm the precise duration of each stage, we recommend consulting the updated details of this excursion.

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