Full-Day Chalten Trek with lunch

Start your trip by meeting your guide at our office in El Chalten. Following up, depart by bus to El Pilar - the starting point of your trek - enjoying the beautiful views of De Las Vueltas River and Fitz Roy Mount.

Once at El Pilar, you will start a 1-hour trek bordering the Blanco River and crossing beautiful forests of Lehengas and Ñires. Be prepared to see all kinds of birds; this is an excellent woodpecker-spotting destination! To further add to your adventure, take in incredible glacier views once you get to Piedras Blancas Glacier Viewpoint.

Continuing for about 30 minutes, you’ll reach one of the best views of the extraordinary Fitz Roy Mount that this tour offers you. Then, at approximately 1:30 p.m., you will arrive at Poincenot Camp, where a hot and comforting lunch will be waiting for you.

After lunch, start the descent along the trail and visit the Capri Lagoon, the Estancia Madsen (Madsen Ranch) lookout point and De Las Vueltas River Lookout. You’ll be back in El Chaltén at around 5 p.m.

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Step into the wild on a moderate-difficulty hike to take in the impressive views of Piedras Blancas Glacier, the imposing Fitz Roy Mountain and Capri Lagoon, accompanied by a mountain guide; The ideal route to visit unforgettable El Chalten!

Glaciers, lakes, rivers and forests will guide you around this beautiful destination, which remains one of the hidden gems of southern Argentina. The landscapes will take your breath away! If you’re a hiking lover, you don’t want to miss this dream of a destination; this is your tour! No steep climbing is involved, and no previous experience is required!

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth are required at time of booking for all participants
Please advise any specific dietary requirements when booking
Please bring: Suitable footwear for walking in the mountains, warm clothes, waterproof clothing, sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, water, small backpack. You can also bring snacks
A moderate amount of walking is involved: 10 miles (16 km), approximately 5 hours
Schedules may vary according to weather conditions and physical conditions of passengers
The menu may vary
No back problems if it affects mobility when walking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not recommended for people who have some mobility impairment when walking
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers