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This is one of my favorite places in the world! I've been alone, I've been with my partner, I've been in autumn and in spring, and it's always epic! If you love nature and adventure, this is the place for you! And this is the only way I've found to do it in just one day, something I've been getting a lot of requests for!

I experienced Fitz Roy without sleeping in El Chaltén

Are you in El Calafate and want to do one of the most epic treks in Patagonia? This full-day tour takes you to Laguna de los Tres , at the foot of the imposing Mount Fitz Roy , without having to spend the night in El Chaltén!

🚌 Includes round-trip transportation from El Calafate
🥾 Trekking with guide and trekking stick

🥪Lunch
🌄 Dreamy views of Fitz Roy and glaciers
📍 Ideal if you only have a few days but don't want to miss the best

Duration:10h

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Overview

The tour begins at 06:00 hs., when the minibus picks you up at your accommodation in El Calafate. You can appreciate the southern Andes where the unmistakable silhouette of Mount Fitz Roy stands out Once in El Chaltén, the foods are delivered to each walker. We'll get to the White Stones Lookout. You will continue the journey to Laguna Capri. There you have lunch before continuing the descent to El Chaltén. We will continue the journey with one of the guides through the area of Camp Poincenot Base, cross the bridge over the White River, and from there it begins to gain height quickly. In total there are about 430 meters of elevation for almost 3 km. until reaching the climax: the Lagoon of the Three. The group arrives at a morene ridge from where it can be seen in all its glory the Fitz Roy massif and at its feet the Lagoon and Glacier of the Three. It will surely be the perfect time for lunch enjoying an unforgettable view and moment.

Chalten Trekking Lake of the Three : from Calafate with guide

Tour Plan

  • El Chaltén is a municipality located in the Los Glaciares National Park, in the Argentine province of Santa Cruz. From here it is possible to access the trails that surround the peaks of Cerro Torre and Mount Fitz Roy, to the northwest. Near Fitz Roy, a path leads to the viewpoint of the Los Tres Lagoon. Just northwest of the town, the shore of the Capri lagoon offers views of the mountains. We will arrive in our vehicles to the mountain village of El Chaltén after 3 hours of travel, having traveled 220 kms.

    Activities

    • 480 minutes

    • Free admission

  • Lake Argentino is the largest of the great Patagonian lakes in Argentina; and the southernmost of its continental territory, behind Fuegian Lake Fagnano in the island part

    Activities

    • Free admission

  • Then continue vehicle through the valley of the Rio de las Vueltas to the White River, where we find the Hosteria El Pilar, there we will start a walk with AAGM mountain guide, passing through the Piedras Blancas Glacier, Camp. Poincenot, Mount Fitz Roy, to the Capri Lagoon, where we will find our Base Camp

    Activities

    • Free admission

  • We will continue bordering Lake Viedma - having the Andes Mountains in the background (including Fitz Roy and Torre).

    Activities

    • Free admission

  • Transfer from Calafate to Chaltén.

  • crampons if necessary. We have 6-pointed crampons.

  • 1 trekking pole per person

  • Sure.

  • Vianda

  • IMPORTANT: attach passport data for EACH PASSENGER

  • Certified English/Spanish bilingual guide

  • transfer back and forth from Calafate (accommodations allowed, but meeting points)


  • Dress

  • This tour is subject to availability when making your reservation

  • Drinks

  • THIS TOUR OPERATES ONLY ODD DAYS

  • Admission to Los Glaciares National Park - Price subject to change

Pickup Points

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Additional Information
The tour includes pick up for all the hotels located in calafate - drop off to the hotels
Pickup Time
Pickup is 20 minutes before departure time.

Start Time

10/1/2026 - 4/30/2027
Monday - Sunday: 05:00

Additional Information

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

The availability of this tour is subject to the reserved places at the time of making your reservation

IMPORTANT: in order to confirm this tour we need the passport numbers - Nationality - Full names - Dates of birth - Passport expiration day OF EACH ONE OF THE PASSENGERS WHO WILL TAKE THE TOUR

It is an activity of medium to high physical demand, aimed at those travelers who want to travel paths through native forests and mountain rivers, with unique views of the glaciers and hills of El Chaltén

Once in El Chaltén, at approximately 08:30 hs., a short stop is made for those who wish to go to the bathroom before starting the march. A second trekking guide will accompany the group during the hike.

Those who hesitate to continue with the second section, much more demanding than the first, will continue the journey with one of the two guides as GROUP 2 to the beautiful Laguna Capri, another of the must-see attractions of El Chaltén. There you have lunch before continuing the descent to El Chaltén.

GROUP 1 continues the journey with one of the guides through the Poincenot Base Camp area, crosses the bridge over the White River, and from there begins to gain height quickly. In total, you climb about 430 meters of elevation for almost 3 km. until you reach the climax: the Lagoon of the Three.

At approximately 19:00 hs the minibus leaves for the city of El Calafate, where the service concludes leaving passengers in each hotel between 21 and 22 hours.

This service only operates on odd days.

Age limit: 10 to 55 years. (Non-exclusive over 55 if you have good physical condition can be up to 59 years)

Guides: up to 7 pax goes 1 guide, from 8 van 2.

Personal equipment needed - Small backpack. - Bottle with water. - Footwear with non-smooth sole. - Waterproof coat and jacket. - Sunscreen. - Sunglasses. - Beanie and warm gloves. - Beanie for the sun.

Passengers must select the food . We will contact you so that you can select from the options available Please download the whastapp app on the cell phone that I enter in your reservation

OPTIONS OF VIANDAS: Sandwich or Salad 1 - Ham and Cheese Sandwich 2- Vegetarian Sandwich 3- Chicken Sandwich 4- Salad Additional: 1 patty (meat, ham and cheese or vegetable) seasonal salad, Fruit, Sweet Boss and Nuts.

Ages: 10 to 55 years. It is not exclusive, but in case of older participants, it is necessary that they practice trekking or hiking and have a good physical state for mountain walking, considering that it is a medium/high difficulty hike. In these cases, please consult in advance.

Voucher Information

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets per Booking: One per booking

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