Things to Do in El Chaltén

Enjoy a special day in El Chalten with a hike to the Laguna Capri viewpoint, an expert guide, a Patagonian picnic, and a photography session. Ideal for those seeking nature without the crowds.

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Sail through turquoise waters, walk among icebergs, and discover the immensity of the Viedma Glacier up close. Experience Patagonia’s raw beauty from El Chaltén.

A fantastic trek to access a 360° viewpoint, through a picturesque, little-traveled trail in the national park. Accompanied by a mountain guide, you will appreciate the valleys of Cerro Fitz Roy and Torre, the Patagonian steppe and the vast Lake Viedma. An unforgettable Patagonian postcard view! 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!

Explore the surroundings of El Chaltén on this 2-day hike on Mount Fitz Roy to discover unique landscapes and dreamy lagoons! 

Discover El Chaltén, Argentina’s Trekking Capital, on a day trip from El Calafate. Hike scenic trails with views of Mount Fitz Roy, blue lakes, and the majestic Andes. A Patagonian adventure awaits!

If you want to experience a different kayaking experience, we invite you to discover the Rio de las Vueltas. This activity offers you the opportunity to connect with nature from the water, away from the busiest trails. Explore the views of Mount Fitz Roy, the Rio de las Vueltas valley and the Andean forest from a unique perspective. Once equipped with the technical equipment (wetsuit, boots, vest, helmet and paddle), a vehicle will take us 21 km along the RP 41 to the viewpoint of Laguna Condor. After a safety talk given by the guides, we will begin the descent along the Rio de las Vueltas. During the tour, we will observe the native fauna as we contemplate the scenic beauty of Mount Fitz Roy and its surrounding peaks, and enjoy a country brunch surrounded by nature.

Discover the amazing Lago del Desierto at your own pace, when you take this fantastic trip from El Chaltén and the Huemul Glacier.

El Chalten: Trekking capital in Argentine Patagonia, surrounded by awe-inspiring Andean landscapes.

This 2-day trek offers the possibility of enjoying the most amazing views of Patagonia's most iconic massifs: Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre as you camp for one night in the wild. You will get a close view of Fitz Roy and its glaciers from Laguna de los Tres viewpoint. Then, from Laguna Torre you can see Cerro Torre, Grande Glacier and Las Adelas. The set camp allows you to hike with no weight in your pack and you will have a comfortable dome to give you a good space for chilling with your new friends.

Discover the spectacular landscapes of Patagonia in a unique, fun way when you take this fantastic kayaking trip from El Chalten.

Travel from El Calafate to El Chaltén, stopping at Estancia La Leona and Viedma Glacier viewpoint, then enjoy guided walks to Condors Viewpoint and Chorrillo del Salto waterfall.

Really get an alpine experience crossing the wide Electric River Valley. Explore the successive frontal moraines of ancient glaciers and relive the history of modeling these unique landscapes. Enjoy the peace and silence of a journey away from the masses. Take in one of the closest views of the north face of the massif.

Explore the natural beauty of the Andes with this fantastic trip to Desert Lake. You will also enjoy a pleasant boat ride and take in wonderful views of

Take a scenic 4x4 tour and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Argentino, El Calafate, Chaltén Hill, and Torre Hill.

This hike is your opportunity to cover all main views in Patagonia Argentina! Hike on Perito Moreno Glacier, Laguna de los Tres, Laguna Torre and Lago Electrico in El Chalten area. Hike through our set camps with your light backpack and enjoy and live the Patagonian dream! Camps have latrines, but they are mobile.

Discover one of the most beautiful spots in all of the Patagonian Andes when you take this amazing trek to the Cagliero Glacier.

Explore El Chaltén on a relaxed full-day tour from El Calafate. Walk to stunning viewpoints, enjoy lunch, and take in the views of Fitz Roy, Viedma Glacier, and more.

2 days surrounded by the best of Los Glaciares National Park, pushing your limits and allowing to sabor best view of Mount Fitz Roy from Madsen´s summit. Second day we will explore Madre e hija & Torre Lagoons, crossing valleys through main viewpoints in the Park.

If you want to admire the spectacular glacial landscapes of Argentine Patagonia from a truly unique perspective, you cannot miss this cruise on Lake Viedma.

Discover the charming town of El Chalten, surrounded by mountains, lakes, and glaciers. Enjoy a unique experience designed especially for you, private and away from the massive tours.

Rafting is an activity that mixes adventure, emotion and adrenaline. The Rio de las Vueltas offers an ideal setting for this activity. In its first section, the calm waters of the river allow us to connect with nature and contemplate the beauty of the landscape framed by the imposing Cerro Fitz Roy and its satellite needles, in addition to eventually being able to see local fauna and birds. After having covered approximately 5 kms we cross the first rapid, which the guides call "Portage", after that first rapid begins a succession of rapids of approximately 10 kms, which will cause a lot of adrenaline, fun and will give you the right dose of adventure to an experience that will awaken all your senses and will make you experience Patagonia from a completely different perspective.

Discover the National Capital of Trekking when you join us on our fantastic hike to the Laguna Torre from El Chaltén. You'll love it!

Explore Patagonia from the water. Kayaking one section of the Rio de las Vueltas in El Chalten and discover the majestic scenery of the Fitz Roy massif.

Enjoy the southernmost rafting in Patagonia Argentina. An activity that mixes adventure, emotion and adrenaline. The Rio de las Vueltas offers an ideal setting for this activity. In its first section, the calm waters of the river allow us to connect with nature and contemplate the beauty of the landscape framed by the imposing Cerro Fitz Roy and its satellite needles, in addition to eventually being able to see local fauna and birds. After having covered approximately 5 kms we cross the first rapid, which the guides call "Portage", after that first rapid begins a succession of rapids of approximately 10 kms, which will cause a lot of adrenaline, fun and will give you the right dose of adventure to an experience that will awaken all your senses and will make you experience Patagonia from a completely different perspective.

In Chalten you will do the southernmost rafting in South America. Live an experience full of adrenaline and fun surrounded by a unique landscape framed by the majestic Cerro Fitz Roy.

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 Laguna de los Tres, 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!

Discover the Perito Moreno Glacier and El Chaltén on a 2-day tour from El Calafate. Explore the walkways of the glacier and enjoy a scenic drive through the Patagonian steppe.

Laguna de los Tres, on the Fitz Roy Valley, is an amazing viewpoint of Mount Fitz Roy and its glaciers. This classic and demanding hike will amaze you with its beauty and surroundings. Join this full day trip and get ready to hike around Laguna de los Tres with a small-group and a professional English-Speaking guide.

Travel through the most magical mountain in Patagonia. Travel to El Chaltén from El Calafate to venture on this trekking to Laguna de los Tres, at the foot of the famous Mount Fitz Roy.

We offer an alternative to the classic touristic sites combining trekking, climbing, a bit of an adrenaline rush with our surprise zipline at the end of the activity plus a wonderful and unique view point to the Fitz Roy mountain. The excursion includes equipment and the safety of going with a certificate guide on your way up. Hopefully you can try it soon!

Experience the best of Patagonia's beauty and adventure with our full-day private driver and car service. Let us be your guide to an unforgettable journey in the World's Capital of Hiking, El Chaltén.

Explore the best of El Chalten at your own pace in just 2 days! Avoid the need for advanced planning, we will take care of logistics. We will provide all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and will include overnight camping accommodation so that you can tick off several of the region’s top sights, including Laguna de los Tres and Monte Fitz Roy. Enjoy an immersive experience of nature and benefit from the insights and supervision of our staff who will provide the necessary information and everything you may need to explore one of the most beautiful regions of Argentine Patagonia on your own!! *Avoid hidden costs with meals and accommodation included as per itinerary *Travel to the departure point with ease via shared transfer *Absorb views of scenic highlights, such as Monte Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre

Enjoy a peaceful float down the Río de las Vueltas in Patagonia. Take in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes, and stop for a countryside brunch midway through the float.

If there is something that represents Patagonian rural life, it is its gastronomy. In Bonanza you can enjoy our exquisite Patagonian lamb roast to the stake and the traditional Curanto al hoyo. If you want to know our culture from end to end, this is an experience that you can’t let go! Starting from the town we will travel 12 km of route 41 also known as the Scenic Route of National Sovereignty of the Senda del Huemul, bordering the entire route of the Rio de Las Vueltas, we will reach the suspension bridge that crosses it, which we will cross walking. There, where the local guide awaits, who will conclude the transfer in a 4×4 vehicle until arriving at “EL ESTABLO” of the estancia.

Personalized full day tour to visit El Chalten from El Calafate Included guide on the trail Stunning views of Fitz Roy mount

Step into the wild on a moderate-difficulty hike to take in the impressive views of the imposing Torre Mountain and Lagoon, accompanied by a mountain guide. A classic and not to be missed walk in El Chaltén. This tour will allow you to take in the impressive views of the Torre massif, the Adela range, Mount Solo and their respective glaciers. The footpath will take us through a wide range of landscapes, Glaciers, lakes, rivers and forests will guide you around this beautiful destination, which remains one of the hidden gems of southern Argentina. We stop at great panoramic spots and visit famous base camps that are used by famous climbers. 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!

All of nature at your fingertips: waterfalls, mountains, lakes, and forests, all in one place.

With this program Patagonia Hikes gives you the possibility of, in alone 3 days and with a moderate technical difficulty, to experience places in which few people have been, and to appreciate from Paso del Viento part of the South Patagonian Ice field, the Viedma Glacier and the Mariano Moreno Cord, all these unique places that are so hard to see in a different and easy way. You don’t need prior experience in mountaineering, but yes a good physical condition, since the ascent to the Paso del Viento presents a considerable ascent.

Cruise through the turquoise waters of Lake Viedma, trek to a panoramic viewpoint, and get up close to the Viedma Glacier on this tour from El Chaltén.

Experience one of Patagonia’s most unforgettable views with a night hike to watch the sunrise over Mount Fitz Roy. The adventure begins under the stars, following mountain trails in the quiet of the night, and culminates at panoramic viewpoints where the first light of day illuminates the iconic Fitz Roy peaks.

Full-day winter trekking from El Calafate to Laguna Capri, including panoramic views of Río de las Vueltas Valley and Los Cóndores range. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Fitz Roy from the lagoon.

Travel seamlessly between El Chaltén and El Calafate with this shared transfer service. Departing at 4:30 PM, the transfer allows you to maximize your time exploring the stunning landscapes of El Chaltén before heading to the iconic El Calafate. Enjoy the comfort of modern, well-equipped vehicles designed for a smooth ride. This shared service ensures an organized journey while offering the chance to meet fellow travelers, making it a social experience amidst the breathtaking Argentine Patagonia. - Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your accommodations - Ideal for maximizing your day in El Chaltén - Efficient transportation in well-maintained vehicles - A great opportunity to connect with other adventurers

Explore the Los Huemules Reserve: Patagonian forests, glaciers, and native fauna on a unique hike to the imposing Diablo Lagoon and Glacier.

We are climbing experts in the area since 2009. Experience an outdoor bouldering day on the amazing granite boulders around El Chalten with local and experienced climbers.

Enjoy a private tour of Mendoza’s top wineries with exclusive tastings and a gourmet lunch. Plus, discover an olive oil experience with tastings of local delicacies.

Your 8-day trek will take you to the Southern Ice field as you will circle both Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre mountains and walk off Paso del Viento. Some previous mountain experience is required, but no technical skills in crampons and snowshoes is needed. You also need an excellent physical condition and hiking skills to face long hiking days, steep paths and heavy backpacks. Your tour includes meals, a professional mountain guide and some equipment.

Discover the best of Southern Patagonia on an unforgettable journey. Discover the most famous glacier on the planet and explore the enchanting village of El Chaltén, nestled beside the imposing Mount Fitz Roy.

Door-to-Door service. We drop you off at El Calafate Airport for your check in, or your hotel in El Calafate Incredible views of lakes Argentino and Viedma, Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, local fauna. 20-minute stop at Parador La Leona, to enjoy a break and visit the (free) museum -fossils and history, including Casimiro Ferrari's L'Arani Di Lecco