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Patagonia: Fitz Roy Trek in El Chaltén

Granite spires of Fitz Roy massif above a glacier
Location El Chaltén, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Duration 6 days
Price $2,140
Group size small group
Tour type Guided trek
Difficulty Moderate
Rating 4.8

Trek beneath the granite spires of Fitz Roy in Argentina's trekking capital, El Chaltén.

El Chaltén sits at the base of Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, twin granite towers that draw climbers and walkers from across the world. This trip bases you in the village for four nights and covers the region's signature trails on foot — no technical climbing required, just sustained day-hiking on well-marked Los Glaciares National Park trails with a guide who knows which viewpoints catch the peaks clear of cloud.

Highlights include the hike to Laguna de los Tres, where Fitz Roy rises directly above a glacial lake, and the quieter Laguna Torre trail beneath Cerro Torre's needle spire. Weather here changes fast — Patagonia's wind and light are part of the experience — and your guide builds flexibility into the itinerary to chase clear-sky windows. Evenings are spent in El Chaltén's small restaurants over Malbec and Patagonian lamb, planning the next day around the forecast.

Itinerary

Fly into El Calafate, transfer to El Chaltén, evening briefing and gear check.

Hike to Laguna de los Tres, full-day trek beneath Fitz Roy's east face.

Laguna Torre trail to the base of Cerro Torre, weather-dependent alternate route on standby.

Rest morning; afternoon Condor viewpoint walk and Rio de las Vueltas valley.

Full-day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier, boat approach and optional ice walk.

Transfer to El Calafate airport for onward flights.

What's included

  • 5 nights accommodation in El Chaltén and El Calafate
  • English-speaking trekking guide
  • Perito Moreno Glacier excursion and boat crossing
  • Daily breakfast, 3 dinners
  • All ground transfers
  • Flights to/from El Calafate
  • Optional ice-trekking add-on
  • Travel insurance

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Reserve — $2,140