Fitz Roy Patagonia - Trek in Los Glaciares National Park

Fitz Roy Patagonia - Trek in Los Glaciares National Park

Explore the Perito Moreno Glacier, hike to the base of Mt. Fitz Roy, and walk the trails that weave throughout Argentina’s famous Glaciares National Park.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Spend a week exploring Patagonia's famous Glaciares National Park, See the bright blue waters of Laguna de Los Tres at the base of Mt. Fitz Roy, Experience the Perito Moreno Glacier - a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN EL CALAFATE

Stop At: El Calafate, El Calafate, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Arrive in the picturesque Southern Patagonian town of El Calafate. Meet your guide at the airport and take a short drive to our partner lodge. Spend the afternoon exploring the town on your own.
Peak Altitude: 653 ft (199m)
Inclusions: airport transportation; accommodations
Duration: 1 day

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 2: EL CALAFATE TO PERITO MORENO GLACIER

Stop At: Perito Moreno, Perito Moreno, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Awake to the beauty of Argentina surrounded by steep mountain peaks and vibrant blue water. After breakfast, depart for the Perito Moreno Glacier, considered by many to be the 8th natural wonder of the world. One of the largest glaciers in Patagonia, Perito Moreno reaches an average height of 240 feet above Argentino Lake. Spend the day exploring this magnificent glacier and sailing around the lake. Return to Calafate by 5pm and to rest and gear up for the trip north in the morning.
Peak Altitude: 653 ft (199m)
Inclusions: breakfast, box lunch; accommodations; national park entrance fees
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 3: EL CALAFATE TO EL CHALTÉN

Stop At: El Chalten, El Chalten, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Say goodbye to your El Calafate guide and take a morning bus ride (3 hours) from El Calafate to El Chaltén. Meet your guide at the bus station and drop off your belongings at the partner lodge in El Chaltén. Depart for an afternoon hike to Mirador de las Aguilas. This scenic 1-hour hike takes you through lush forest before arriving to the top where you'll see panoramic views of El Chaltén, including the Fitz Roy range. Keep an eye out for wild armadillo and condors along the way. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Argentinian barbecue and prepare for the first day of your trek the following day.
Peak Altitude: 1,826 ft (557m)
Total Hiking: approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) / 1 hour trekking
Inclusions: breakfast / box lunch / dinner; accommodations; public bus transportation
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 4: EL CHALTÉN TO LAGUNA TORRE / THORWOOD CAMP

Stop At: Los Glaciares National Park, Los Glaciares National Park, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Depart from the hotel and head west along the Fitz Roy river en route to Laguna Torre and Grand Glacier. At the end of the valley, see Laguna Torre, its glacier, and the famous Mt. Cerro Torre, which is considered one of the most difficult mountains in the world to climb. Sleep at Thorwood Camp that evening.
Peak Altitude: 2,080 ft (634m)
Total Hiking: approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) / 4 hours of trekking
Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; camping accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent Camping accommodations - Tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad provided

Day 5: THORWOOD CAMP > MT. FITZ ROY > POINCENOT CAMP

Stop At: Los Glaciares National Park, Los Glaciares National Park, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
After breakfast, head north for another day of magnificent views. The glacial valley you trek though today is loved by geologists and photographers for its perfect “U” shape. Pass by three more lakes; Laguna Huja, Laguna Lago Capri, and Laguna Madre. Hike another mile to Camp Poincenot where you will spend the night. Drop your bags and take a steep path toward Laguna de Los Tres, the closest you can get to the base of Mt. Fitz Roy. At the top, enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Fitz Roy, its satellite mountains, and the expansive valley.
Peak Altitude: 3,838 ft (1170m)
Total Hiking: approximately 7 miles (11.2 km) / 4.5 hours of trekking
Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; camping accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent Camping accommodations - Tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad provided

Day 6: POINCENOT CAMP TO EL PILAR TO LAGUNA CONDOR

Stop At: Los Glaciares National Park, Los Glaciares National Park, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
After breakfast, hike towards El Pilar where a van will be waiting to take you to Laguna Condor Mountain Hut. Relax in the hot tub or take a bike for a ride around the area before enjoying a delicious meal at the lodge.
Peak Altitude: 2,460 ft (750m)
Total Hiking: approximately 5 miles (8 km) / 3 hours trekking
Inclusions: breakfast / lunch / dinner; mountain lodge accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Mountain Lodge accommodations

Day 7: LAGUNA CONDOR TO EL CHALTÉN

Stop At: El Chalten, El Chalten, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
After breakfast, relax at the lodge or explore the remote Patagonian wilderness around Laguna Condor before heading back to El Chaltén in the late afternoon.
Peak Altitude: 1,312 ft (400m)
Inclusions: breakfast / lunch; B&B accommodations
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: 3 star boutique hotel accommodations

Day 8: EL CHALTÉN TO EL CALAFATE AIRPORT

Stop At: El Calafate, El Calafate, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Take an early-morning bus from Chaltén to Calafate (unaccompanied), arriving to the airport by 1pm for your international departures. Note, OneSeed suggests booking your flight from El Calafate after 4pm in order to prevent any missed connections.
Peak Altitude: 653 ft (199m)
Inclusions: breakfast; airport transportation

All itineraries are subject to change based on local conditions and the judgment of the guide. We reserve the right to modify the itinerary due to medical considerations or the ability of participants as judged by the guide.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.