Take a day trip to Chalten, a beautiful village presided over by the imposing Mount Fitz Roy. There you will have the possibility to visit two of its attractions, and will also enjoy a delicious 2-course lunch.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 11 hours
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- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Your El Calafate accommodation.
Experience
Highlights
- Witness Mount Fitz Roy
- See the Chorrillo del Salto
- Discover the Condor and Aguilas viewpoints
Full description
Your day begins at 7:30AM in the morning from El Calafate, from where you will take the mythical Route 40 which borders the Argentino Lake. Following that, cross the Santa Cruz River, before continuing to the La Leona River where you will walk through its canyon until you reach the old hotel of Paso La Leona. There you can enjoy a coffee accompanied by homemade cakes, and from there you will continue skirting the Viedma Lake with the Andes in the background.
Before reaching the village you will stop at the viewpoint of the Viedma Glacier from where you will be able to appreciate beautiful panoramic views of the glacier, the Cordillera, and the emblematic Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. You will later arrive at the mountain village of El Chaltén after 3 hours of travel, having traveled a total distance of 220 kilometers.
After visiting the interpretation center, there is a walk to Chorrillo del Salto, an impressive waterfall due to its height and surrounding landscape. Towards noon there is lunch in the restaurant, after which optional hikes are offered to the Mirador de los Cóndores and an eagle lookout, both accompanied by your guide. At 4:30PM, you will begin your return to El Calafate.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from El Calafate
- Chorrillo del Salto Hike
- Two-course lunch
- Bilingual Tour Guide English and Spanish-Speaking
- Drinks during the excursion and lunch
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility