Patagonia Hiking
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Duration: 9 days
Begins: Buenos Aires
Ends: Buenos Aires
Trip Code: SACC
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Overview
As a destination for active travellers, Patagonia is nothing short of iconic. The very best way to do this South American region justice is to hike all over it. Trek through the crisp air of El Chaltén (with its crazy beautiful Fitz Roy mountain) and then to the area near the imposing Perito Moreno Glacier. In between, marvel at the giant sky, vast views, and big city appeal of Buenos Aires while you revel in a sense of personal triumph. Patagonia's ready and waiting for you.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style
Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level
Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating
4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type
Small Group
Small Group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement
12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Laguna de los Tres full-day guided hike (El Chaltén)
- Kayak in Río de las Vueltas
- Perito Moreno Glacier guided tour (El Calafate)
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
Hotels (8 nts).
Meals
8 breakfasts
Allow USD360-470 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private vehicle/van, plane.
Staff & experts
G Adventures Representative in Buenos Aires, CEO (Chief Experience Officer), local guides.
Full Itinerary
Departure Dates
Itinerary Notes
We recommend bringing USD in cash for the Argentinean portion of this tour as it is easier than using a credit card or withdrawing ARS from an ATM. USD currency is accepted in travel agencies for booking optional activities.
Day 1 : Buenos Aires
Arrive at any time.
As there are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting, check into the hotel and enjoy the city. Opt to visit the districts of La Boca, Recoleta, and San Telmo or catch a tango show.
Booking pre or post trip accommodation is highly recommended to fully experience this vibrant city.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
1h
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Acommodation
Up America Plaza
Optional Activities - Day 1
Teatro Colón Tour
Buenos Aires
Explore this stunning opera house on a guided tour and find out why it is voted one of the best acoustic venues in the world.
La Boca Neighbourhood Visit
Buenos Aires 3h
Visit La Boca to soak in the vibrancy of the barrio’s brightly coloured buildings and El Caminito (a cobblestone street lined with artist studios that’s often used as an impromptu setting for tango performances). Or, if lucky, catch a match at fabled La Bombonera, the home stadium of the Boca Juniors’ fútbol club (the crowd's excitement is electric!).
Buenos Aires Guided City Tour
Buenos Aires 4h
Enjoy a guided tour exploring beautiful, vibrant Buenos Aires. Be introduced to historic sites and districts, including Plaza de Mayo where Eva Peron's famed balcony presides over the square. See La Boca and San Telmo's colourful street life, painted houses, and the famed Recoleta Cemetery.
Buenos Aires Bike Tour
Buenos Aires
Experience this vibrant city cruising around on a bicycle with a local Argentine. Bike, helmet, knowledgeable tour guide, they've got it all taken care of, just come along for the ride and take in the many historical sights on offer. Discover Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, colourful Caminito, and the working class neighbourhoods where Tango was born. Meeting place: Carlos Pellegrini 1233 Please note the bike tour begins at 10 AM. We advise booking a pre-night in order to arrive on time for this pre-sold optional activity. If you choose to arrive the day of the bike tour, please ensure your flight lands no later than 8 AM to ensure enough time to make it to the arrival point.
Acommodation
Up America Plaza
Day 2 : Buenos Aires/El Chaltén
Enjoy an early transfer to the airport to fly to El Calafate and continue by private vehicle to El Chaltén and Los Glaciares National Park. En route marvel at the towering Andean mountains. Enjoy some free time in the town or head out on a short hike.
Fly south to the province of Santa Cruz and the town of El Calafate before transferring overland to El Chaltén. Often referred to as the trekking capital of Argentina, El Chaltén is the gateway to Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torres, two of the most beautiful peaks in Patagonia. Enjoy free time to warm up for the upcoming trek, opt to take a short hike to a nearby lookout or explore around town.
The luggage restrictions for all Aerolineas Argentinas flights are 15kg (33 lbs) for checked baggage and 8kg (17 lbs) for carry-ons. No organic food is allowed as Patagonia is a protected area. Bags will be checked upon arrival in El Calafate.
The luggage restrictions for all Aerolineas Argentinas flights are 15kg for checked baggage and 5kg for carry-ons. No organic food is allowed as Patagonia is a protected area. Bags will be checked upon arrival in El Calafate.
Plane
Buenos Aires - El Calafate 3h30m
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Private Vehicle
El Calafate - El Chaltén 3h - 3h30m
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride on your private transportation.
Free time:
El Chaltén Afternoon
Head out into the national park and start exploring beautiful Patagonia.
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Optional Activities - Day 2
Los Glaciares National Park Short Hike
El Chaltén
Take a hike and get up close to Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, Los Glaciares National Park's iconic peaks, and set your eyes on some exquisite glacial lakes.
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 3 : El Chaltén
Climb into a double kayak for a gentle paddle along the Río de las Vueltas, inside Los Glaciares National Park. Get ready for breathtaking views of Fitz Roy mountain if the skies are clear.
Kayak in Río de las Vueltas
El Chaltén 4h 6km
Hop on a bus to Condor Lagoon area, about 40 min away, and get ready for the adventure. Guides will provide all the necessary equipment for the kayak and once everyone is ready, they will do a safety talk. First the group will practice the movements in Condor Lagoon and then continue to Río de las Vueltas for about 6 km. During the journey, passengers will have the opportunity to see Fitz Roy mountain peaks from the river and amazing views of the National Park if the weather allows it. Head back to Chaltén by bus for a free afternoon.
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 4 : El Chaltén
Enjoy a full-day guided hike to Laguna de los Tres and if the weather cooperates, a clear view of the Fitz Roy peaks. En route, take in the gradual changes in terrain from tree covered trails to exposed alpine landscapes.
Laguna de los Tres is the most popular trek in El Chaltén and for good reason. On a clear day, the view of Cerro Fitz Roy and the sparking teal lake below are spectacular. The gradual start to the trek provides time to appreciate the stunning landscape and ease into the challenging trekking ahead. Although the 400m (1,312 ft) incline to reach the lake is taxing, the reward is well worth the effort.
Los Glaciares National Park Guided Hike
El Chaltén 10h 24km
Enjoy a full day of hiking in Los Glaciares National Park. See granite pinnacles spiraling upward from the third largest ice field on earth. Hike to Laguna de los Tres to fully appreciate majestic Cerro Fitz Roy/Chaltén (3,441m/11,290 ft) – one of the most famous and popular viewpoints of the mountain. Distance travelled: 24km/15 miles. Duration: 10 hours. Elevation gain: 1040m (3412 ft.) Terrain: some portions of the trail can be quite steep with lose rocks, boulders, and soil.
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Acommodation
Fitz Roy Inn
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 5 : El Chaltén/El Calafate
Explore one of El Chaltén's many trekking routes. Opt to explore the Laguna Torre trail to spot the dramatic Cerro Torre, hike to Chorrillo del Salto Waterfall, or head up to the Condor Mirador to enjoy great views of the town. Afterwards, head to the quaint little town of El Calafate, and opt for a hearty dinner to refuel.
Free time:
El Chaltén
Explore the region by foot and hike one of the many trails around El Chaltén.
Private Vehicle
El Chaltén - El Calafate 3h - 3h30m 152km
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride on our private G Adventures transportation.
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Optional Activities - Day 5
Cerro Torre Hike to El Chaltén
El Chaltén 7h - 8h
Hike through the Cerro Torre Valley (Los Glaciares National Park; grade: easy to moderate) to Torre Lake and Glacier for a close view, weather permitting, of the awesome spires that make up Cerro Torre (3,102m/10,178 ft) and its neighbours. A treacherous cap of ice known to climbers as “the mushroom” tops this slender needle of granite. Stop by the lake for some relaxation upon your return.
Chorrillo del Salto Hike
El Chaltén 3h
Enjoy an easy hike to see a waterfall hidden in National Park Los Glaciares. Trek around native forest alongside amazing views of de las Vueltas River. Distance travelled: 7km Time: 3 hours
Condor and Eagle Lookout
El Chaltén 1h - 2h
Also known as Mirador de los Cóndores y Mirador de las Águilas. It's one of the shortest hiking options in the area, enjoy a lighter hike to a viewpoint often overflown by condors with spectacular panoramic views of the town and the mountains. Detour to another viewpoint to admire the Viedma lake and the steppe. Distance: 6km Duration: 1-2 hrs
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : El Calafate
Travel to Perito Moreno Glacier for an included guided tour. Opt to take a boat ride on the lake to get a different view of the stunning landscape and marvel at how large the glacier is up close. Explore the different metallic walkways that will bring you directly to a spectacular view over the glacier and be amazed by every angle.
Argentino Lake, discovered in 1873, is the southernmost of the four water sheets produced by the Pleistocene Glaciation. With its fjords and fingers it covers 1,505km² (935 mi²), and is considered one of the most breathtaking lakes in the world. The Perito Moreno Glacier is an imposing river of ice, 2.7km (1.7 mi) wide by 55m (180 ft) high, which descends from the continental ice field to the Canal de los Tempanos.
Perito Moreno Glacier Tour
Perito Moreno Glacier
Get out there and explore the natural wonder that is the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the world’s few “advancing” glaciers. Head to the southern end of Los Glaciares National Park, where Moreno's 60m (197 ft) wall of ice sporadically chokes off the narrow “Canal de los Tempanos” (Iceberg Channel) creating a natural ice dam, which eventually explodes in a dynamic display of force. Please note this tour does not include walking on top of the glacier.
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Optional Activities - Day 6
Perito Moreno Glacier Boat
Perito Moreno Glacier - El Calafate
Get a closer look at the sheer magnitude of the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier. Head out on the glacial lake for spectacular views of the south wall. Keep your camera at the ready, this won't be an experience you'll soon forget, but you'll want to capture it just in case.
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 7 : El Calafate
Enjoy free time, take a leisurely hike to Laguna Nimez, explore the souvenir shops and restaurants in town, choose to experience a full-day ranch experience, or opt to go on an adventure activity in the Patagonian landscape.
Home to the immense Perito Moreno Glacier, the gaucho inspired cozy town of El Calafate is the perfect base for exploring the nearby glaciers. Los Glaciares National Park, the most renowned in Argentina, was created in 1973 to preserve this vast glacial area encompassing the Upsala Glacier and the incredible Onelli Bay. Opt to take navigation to see other glaciers in the region or go horseback riding in the Patagonian steppe. The main strip of this tiny town is lined with small wooden shops, browse for souvenirs, chocolates, or stop in one of the restaurants for a rest.
Free time:
El Calafate Full day
Enjoy free time to explore town and the surrounding area.
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Optional Activities - Day 7
Laguna Nimez
El Calafate
Visit Laguna Nimez Reserve, a bird sanctuary protecting prime avian habitat. Spot flamingos, upland geese, silvery grebe, red-gartered coots and many other species found in the area.
Acommodation
Hosteria Posta Sur
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 8 : El Calafate/Buenos Aires
Fly back to the vibrant city of Buenos Aires.
Fly to the capital city of Argentina, Buenos Aires, the city of Tango! Enjoy a drink in one of the many sidewalk cafes and restaurants, or pre book an evening Tango experience! You'll soon begin to understand the contemplative Argentine way of life. Get together for one last meal—and a final bottle of wine. This will be your last chance to try Argentina's succulent bife and parrilladas, so dig in and enjoy!
Free time:
Buenos Aires
Take a city tour, visit La Boca or people watch from a trendy café.
Plane
El Calafate - Buenos Aires 3h - 3h30m
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Acommodation
Up America Plaza
Optional Activities - Day 8
Tango Dinner Show
Buenos Aires 5h
Discover the passion of tango. Watch the pros step and slide around the dance floor while you dine on a traditional Argentine dinner. Get lost in the music, savour the sensuality, and see why this traditional dance continues to ignite the senses of locals and visitors alike.
Acommodation
Up America Plaza
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 9 : Buenos Aires
Depart at any time.
Optional Activities - Day 9
La Boca Neighbourhood Visit
Buenos Aires 3h
Visit La Boca to soak in the vibrancy of the barrio’s brightly coloured buildings and El Caminito (a cobblestone street lined with artist studios that’s often used as an impromptu setting for tango performances). Or, if lucky, catch a match at fabled La Bombonera, the home stadium of the Boca Juniors’ fútbol club (the crowd's excitement is electric!).
Teatro Colón Tour
Buenos Aires
Explore this stunning opera house on a guided tour and find out why it is voted one of the best acoustic venues in the world.
Buenos Aires Guided City Tour
Buenos Aires 4h
Enjoy a guided tour exploring beautiful, vibrant Buenos Aires. Be introduced to historic sites and districts, including Plaza de Mayo where Eva Peron's famed balcony presides over the square. See La Boca and San Telmo's colourful street life, painted houses, and the famed Recoleta Cemetery.
Buenos Aires Bike Tour
Buenos Aires
Experience this vibrant city cruising around on a bicycle with a local Argentine. Bike, helmet, knowledgeable tour guide, they've got it all taken care of, just come along for the ride and take in the many historical sights on offer. Discover Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, colourful Caminito, and the working class neighbourhoods where Tango was born. Meeting place: Carlos Pellegrini 1233 Please note the bike tour begins at 10 AM. We advise booking a pre-night in order to arrive on time for this pre-sold optional activity. If you choose to arrive the day of the bike tour, please ensure your flight lands no later than 8 AM to ensure enough time to make it to the arrival point.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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