Chalten full day Trekking - Laguna de los Tres Experience
Lago Argentino Department, Argentina
Travel through the most magical mountain in Patagonia. Travel to El Chaltén from El Calafate to venture on this trekking to Laguna de los Tres, at the foot of the famous Mount Fitz Roy.
El Chaltén Trekking to Laguna de los Tres from El Calafate
This full-day guided trek from El Calafate to Laguna de los Tres suits hikers aged 10 to 55 with medium to high physical fitness.
Description
The tour starts at 6:00 AM with a minibus pickup from authorized accommodations in El Calafate. Enjoy Southern Andes views, including Mount Fitz Roy’s silhouette, during the transfer to El Chaltén.
Upon arrival around 8:30 AM, hikers receive packed lunches and have a brief restroom stop before beginning the trek. The route heads first to Piedras Blancas Viewpoint, then to Laguna Capri for lunch and rest.
The group then splits into two: Group 2 returns to Laguna Capri with one guide, while Group 1 continues with the other guide through the Poincenot Base Camp area, crossing Blanco River. The trail climbs about 430 meters over 3 kilometers to reach Laguna de los Tres, located on a moraine ridge with views of the Fitz Roy massif and Glaciar de los Tres.
The group has lunch here, enjoying the natural scenery, before descending back to El Chaltén. Departure for El Calafate is at 7:00 PM.
Note: This tour operates only on odd-numbered days and requires booking at least 48 hours in advance.
Includes
- Round-trip transfer from authorized accommodations in El Calafate to El Chaltén
- Certified bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Packed lunch
- Travel insurance
- One trekking pole per person
- Crampons provided if needed (6-point crampons)
- Passport details required for each passenger
Excludes
- Clothing and personal gear
- National Park entrance fees, if applicable
- Beverages
Important Information
- Tour operates only on odd days; please book accordingly
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Recommended for ages 10 to 55; older participants should have experience and good physical condition for medium to high difficulty trekking
- Medium to high physical demand
- Brief restroom stop on arrival in El Chaltén before hike start
- Group split during the hike for different difficulty levels
- Depart El Calafate at 6:00 AM and return by 7:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable.
Book at least 48 hours in advance and wear proper trekking clothing and sturdy footwear. The best season for this trek is during the Southern Hemisphere’s spring to autumn months (October to April).
