Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina
Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park is among the great scenic wonders of the world!
Trekking to FitzRoy Massif, Cerro Torre and marveling at the jagged surface of Glacier Perito Moreno is a truly Southern Patagonia experience not to be missed!
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Trip Highlights
- Begin in the charming village of El Chaltén, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery
- Take in views of iconic peaks like FitzRoy and Cerro Torre
- Visit the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier, with ice walls rising 40 meters above Lake Argentino
- Witness dramatic ice calving as the glacier cracks and shifts
- Experience the perfect blend of adventure, scenery, and relaxation
About this trip
Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina
Embark on a bucket list adventure through Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, a paradise for mountain lovers. Start in the charming village of El Chaltén, surrounded by the jagged peaks of FitzRoy and the dramatic spires of Cerro Torre, two of Patagonia’s most iconic mountains. Spend three days hiking through pristine trails, glaciers, and alpine landscapes, taking in the sheer scale and beauty of the Southern Patagonia Ice Field.
Marvel at the massive Perito Moreno Glacier, with walls towering 40 meters high over Lake Argentino, and watch the ice crack and calve in spectacular fashion. End your adventure in comfort at Hosteria Los Hielos with a traditional Argentinian Asado, celebrating the perfect mix of adventure, scenery, and relaxation.
Itinerary
What to expect
Days 1-3: El Chaltén – The Heart of Los Glaciares National Park
Arrive in Calafate and drive 3 hours across the Patagonian steppes to the charming mountain village of El Chaltén. Check into Destino Sur, your cozy hiking base with views of Rio de Las Vueltas and the iconic FitzRoy Massif. Spend the afternoon strolling the village, snapping photos, or just soaking in the crisp mountain air. Over the next three days, explore the legendary peaks of Cerro Torre and FitzRoy on guided hikes through glacier carved valleys, pristine forests, and sparkling lagoons. Highlights include trekking to Laguna Torre, admiring Cerro Torre’s sharp granite spires, walking past the rapids and waterfalls of Chorrillo del Salto, and reaching Laguna de los Tres for breathtaking FitzRoy views.
Activity Options & Terrain:
Guided treks 6–7 hours. Moderate to challenging hiking with well marked trails with some steep sections, glacier valleys, alpine streams, and forest paths. Optional excursions include the panoramic Loma del Pliegue Tumbado trail or a gentle boat and hike adventure at Lago del Desierto.
Day 4: Calafate & Glacier Perito Moreno
Drive 3 hours back to Calafate and explore the colossal Perito Moreno Glacier, walking along terraces that bring you close to towering 40-meter high ice walls. Watching massive chunks of ice calve dramatically into Lago Argentino is a photographer’s dream. End the day in comfort at Hostería Los Hielos, where you can enjoy dinner and recount the day’s glacier encounters over a traditional Argentinian Asado.
Day 5: Departure
Transfer to the airport in Calafate for your onward journey and take with you unforgettable memories of Patagonian peaks, glaciers, and wild, windswept landscapes.
Lodging
Where you'll stay
IN EL CHALTEN
Destino Sur
El Chalten is a charming mountain town nestled next to Los Glaciars National Park with views of the magnificent FitzRoy Massif, including the famed Cerro Torre and Cerro FitzRoy. During your down time, enjoy strolling the main street where there is an abundance of locally-owned shops, cafes and restaurants, many that brew their own beer on the premises!
The Destino Sur is located a mere 500 m from Los Glaciars National Park, and is your base camp while in El Chalten. Enjoy the mountain views from your well appointed alpine style room. Enjoy a full breakfast buffet each morning to fuel you for your day ahead!
IN CALAFATE
Hosteria Los Helios (or similar)
The charming 4-star Hosteria Los Hielos Hotel is located on Redonda Bay and features views of Argentinian Lake. The common living room offers views of the Patagonian landscape.
All rooms in Hosteria Los Hielos include a private bathroom, seating area, cable TV, wifi, a safe and views of the lake.
Guests enjoy a daily breakfast with sweets and homemade pastries made with regional fruits. They can also relax in the garden and library. Services include a 24-hour front-desk, a tour desk and currency exchange. Hosteria Los Hielos Hotel also features a hot tub and a sauna as well as a fitness center and bicycles.
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Dates
Ideal: December – April
Pricing
From $3,950 per person, based on double occupancy
Please note that we can customize your itinerary to fit your travel needs. You can add on a visit to Torres del Paine National Park in Chile to extend your stay in Southern Patagonia, see more glaciers and explore more trails!
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Marc- just about to leave BA, Argentina 🇦🇷 from an excellent hiking-touring trip with Jeff, Mike, Mark – we truly enjoyed the Glacier viewing with Sissie in Calafate (highly recommended) and hiking 🥾 in Chalten with Marcelo Atendano (laid-back spiritual guide) – Maria/Karin were helpful in working out the lodging-dinner-tour hitches, which were infrequent- Overall we were very emphatically satisfied and glad you could work out the details of this curtailed trip and we are already talking about heading back for the 2-week Chilean-Argentinian trip for the future- muchísimo gracias 🙏 and feel free to post this on your Bio-Bio or FB/Google website 🥾🇦🇷💪💃🥩