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Glacier National Park—El Chaltén Independent Adventure

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Duration
6 days
Countries
Argentina
Activity
moderate

The adventure

Hike through some of the most dramatic scenery in the world on this active foray into Argentine Patagonia. Be awed by the towering, snowy peaks and breathtakingly beautiful glacial lakes. Watch behemoth ice chunks calving off Perito Moreno and wander Glacier National Park. You'll work up a sweat and get ready to be truly impressed by Mother Nature on this active and scenic 6-day tour.

At a glance

Duration
6 days
Route
El Calafate → El Calafate
Countries
Argentina
Activity level
moderate
Style
Active & Multi-Sport, National Parks & Wilderness, Trekking & Hiking
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
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Where you'll go

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Day by day

Beautiful panoramic view of Bariloche's lake and mountain landscape with lush foliage.
Your journey through

Argentina

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalIf Buenos Aires is the heart of the country, Patagonia and the southern Pampas in Santa Cruz Province are its soul. This is the very region we explore within Glacier National Park. Hikes are moderate, with clearly marked and well-maintained trails, though there are some more challenging sections. Parque Nacional Los Glaciares has some of the most spectacular natural sights you will see in your lifetime.
If Buenos Aires is the heart of the country, Patagonia and the southern Pampas in Santa Cruz Province are its soul. This is the very region we explore within Glacier National Park. Hikes are moderate, with clearly marked and well-maintained trails, though there are some more challenging sections. Parque Nacional Los Glaciares has some of the most spectacular natural sights you will see in your lifetime.
Day 2Take a full day excursion to Glaciers National…In the early morning, transfer to Los Glaciares National Park with a local guide. Once in the park, go on the "Curva de los Suspiros," and leave the vehicle to have a first view of the Perito Moreno Glacier. The delightful route will take you around the Rico arm of the glacier before arriving at the walkways and scenic viewpoints of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Enjoy free time to appreciate various viewpoints then opt to take a boat up to the front of the glacier.
In the early morning, transfer to Los Glaciares National Park with a local guide. Once in the park, go on the "Curva de los Suspiros," and leave the vehicle to have a first view of the Perito Moreno Glacier. The delightful route will take you around the Rico arm of the glacier before arriving at the walkways and scenic viewpoints of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Enjoy free time to appreciate various viewpoints then opt to take a boat up to the front of the glacier.
Day 3Travel to El ChalténTravel along the Argentino and Viedma Lakes, enjoying views of the FitzRoy Massif and surrounding mountains as we approach El Chaltén. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of some of the unusual wildlife of the region.
Travel along the Argentino and Viedma Lakes, enjoying views of the FitzRoy Massif and surrounding mountains as we approach El Chaltén. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of some of the unusual wildlife of the region.
Map showing El Chaltén
Day 4Enjoy a full day on the Mt Fitz…Hike through rugged landscapes of towering mountains and breathtakingly beautiful glacial lakes. There is a great opportunity to see Mt Fitz Roy up close and the wide-open landscapes from above.
Hike through rugged landscapes of towering mountains and breathtakingly beautiful glacial lakes. There is a great opportunity to see Mt Fitz Roy up close and the wide-open landscapes from above.
Day 5Take advantage of the best that Patagonia has…
Stunning landscape of snow-capped Andes mountains and lake at sunrise in Argentina.Patagonia
Take advantage of the best that Patagonia has to offer with the option of more hiking or taking a boat trip on Lake Viedma.
Map showing Patagonia
Day 6Return to El Calafate and tour ends on arrival
Breathtaking view of Perito Moreno Glacier with snowy mountains and blue lake in a winter landscape.El Calafate
Return to El Calafate and tour ends on arrival.
Map showing El Calafate

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Enjoyable trip in a beautiful part of the world.

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