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Chalten Trekking Lake of the Three : from Calafate with guide

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Chalten Trekking Lake of the Three : from Calafate with guide

About this activity

The tour begins at 06:00 hs., when the minibus picks you up at your accommodation in El Calafate.

You can appreciate the southern Andes where the unmistakable silhouette of Mount Fitz Roy stands out

Once in El Chaltén, the foods are delivered to each walker.

We'll get to the White Stones Lookout.

You will continue the journey to Laguna Capri. There you have lunch before continuing the descent to El Chaltén.

We will continue the journey with one of the guides through the area of Camp Poincenot Base, cross the

bridge over the White River, and from there it begins to gain height quickly. In total there are about 430

meters of elevation for almost 3 km. until reaching the climax: the Lagoon of the Three.

The group arrives at a morene ridge from where it can be seen in

all its glory the Fitz Roy massif and at its feet the Lagoon and Glacier of the Three.

It will surely be the perfect time for lunch enjoying an unforgettable view and moment.

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At a glance

Duration
10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 14 people
People per booking
1–14
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Azul Latina Travel

Ages: Adults (10–55 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Transfer from Calafate to Chaltén.
  • Included: crampons if necessary. We have 6-pointed crampons.
  • Included: 1 trekking pole per person
  • Included: Sure.
  • Included: Vianda
  • Included: IMPORTANT: attach passport data for EACH PASSENGER
  • Included: Certified English/Spanish bilingual guide
  • Included: transfer back and forth from Calafate (accommodations allowed, but meeting points)

Not included

  • Not included: Dress
  • Not included: This tour is subject to availability when making your reservation
  • Not included: Drinks
  • Not included: THIS TOUR OPERATES ONLY ODD DAYS
  • Not included: Admission to Los Glaciares National Park - Price subject to change

Itinerary

  1. Road to El Chalten

    8 hours

    El Chaltén is a municipality located in the Los Glaciares National Park, in the Argentine province of Santa Cruz. From here it is possible to access the trails that surround the peaks of Cerro Torre and Mount Fitz Roy, to the northwest. Near Fitz Roy, a path leads to the viewpoint of the Los Tres Lagoon. Just northwest of the town, the shore of the Capri lagoon offers views of the mountains.

    We will arrive in our vehicles to the mountain village of El Chaltén after 3 hours of travel, having traveled 220 kms.

  2. Lago Argentino

    Passing by

    Lake Argentino is the largest of the great Patagonian lakes in Argentina; and the southernmost of its continental territory, behind Fuegian Lake Fagnano in the island part

  3. Cerro Fitz Roy

    Passing by

    Then continue vehicle through the valley of the Rio de las Vueltas to the White River, where we find the Hosteria El Pilar, there we will start a walk with AAGM mountain guide, passing through the Piedras Blancas Glacier, Camp. Poincenot, Mount Fitz Roy, to the Capri Lagoon, where we will find our Base Camp

  4. Mirador Lago Viedma

    Passing by

    We will continue bordering Lake Viedma - having the Andes Mountains in the background (including Fitz Roy and Torre).

  5. Laguna Capri

    Passing by

    Then we continue by vehicle through the valley of the Río de las Vueltas to the Río Blanco, where we find the Hosteria El Pilar, there we will begin a walk with an AAGM mountain guide, passing through the Piedras Blancas Glacier, Camp. Poincenot, Mount Fitz Roy, to Laguna Capri, where we will find our Base Camp.

  6. Laguna Torre

    Passing by

    Pass by without stopping

  7. Glaciar Huemul

    Passing by

    Pass by without stopping

  8. Paso de Viento

    Passing by

    Pass by without stopping

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Cerro Calafate Hotel
  • Hotel Aikendor
  • Hosteria Meulen
  • Design Suites Calafate
  • Konke Calafate
  • Rincon del Calafate
  • Roble Sur
  • Todos Los Glaciares Inn
  • Tehuel Plaza
  • Cauquenes de Nimez
  • Apart Hotel Altos de la Costanera
  • Frai Toluca

and 43 more pickup points

The tour includes pick up for all the hotels located in calafate - drop off to the hotels

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

  • The availability of this tour is subject to the reserved places at the time of making your reservation

  • IMPORTANT: in order to confirm this tour we need the passport numbers - Nationality - Full names - Dates of birth - Passport expiration day OF EACH ONE OF THE PASSENGERS WHO WILL TAKE THE TOUR

  • It is an activity of medium to high physical demand, aimed at those travelers who want to travel paths through native forests and mountain rivers, with unique views of the glaciers and hills of El Chaltén

  • Once in El Chaltén, at approximately 08:30 hs., a short stop is made for those who wish to go to the bathroom before starting the march. A second trekking guide will accompany the group during the hike.

  • Those who hesitate to continue with the second section, much more demanding than the first, will continue the journey with one of the two guides as GROUP 2 to the beautiful Laguna Capri, another of the must-see attractions of El Chaltén. There you have lunch before continuing the descent to El Chaltén.

  • GROUP 1 continues the journey with one of the guides through the Poincenot Base Camp area, crosses the bridge over the White River, and from there begins to gain height quickly. In total, you climb about 430 meters of elevation for almost 3 km. until you reach the climax: the Lagoon of the Three.

  • At approximately 19:00 hs the minibus leaves for the city of El Calafate, where the service concludes leaving passengers in each hotel between 21 and 22 hours.

  • This service only operates on odd days.

  • Age limit: 10 to 55 years. (Non-exclusive over 55 if you have good physical condition can be up to 59 years)

  • Guides: up to 7 pax goes 1 guide, from 8 van 2.

  • Personal equipment needed - Small backpack. - Bottle with water. - Footwear with non-smooth sole. - Waterproof coat and jacket. - Sunscreen. - Sunglasses. - Beanie and warm gloves. - Beanie for the sun.

  • Passengers must select the food . We will contact you so that you can select from the options available Please download the whastapp app on the cell phone that I enter in your reservation

  • OPTIONS OF VIANDAS: Sandwich or Salad 1 - Ham and Cheese Sandwich 2- Vegetarian Sandwich 3- Chicken Sandwich 4- Salad Additional: 1 patty (meat, ham and cheese or vegetable) seasonal salad, Fruit, Sweet Boss and Nuts.

  • Ages: 10 to 55 years. It is not exclusive, but in case of older participants, it is necessary that they practice trekking or hiking and have a good physical state for mountain walking, considering that it is a medium/high difficulty hike. In these cases, please consult in advance.

Traveller ratings

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