Top Experiences in Mt. Fitz Roy

Explore El Chalten, renowned as the National Capital of Trekking, owing to its extensive network of trails that ran through the landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park. Here, you can marvel at the peaks of the Andes mountain range and the pristine lakes born from cascading snowmelt.

Enjoy a variety of hiking trails, whether self-guided or accompanied by expert guides, within this scenic area. Travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned coach, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off services available for centrally located El Calafate hotels. As part of this full-day excursion, savor a boxed lunch and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages to help fuel your adventure.

Discover the National Capital of Trekking and be amazed by this mountain village. Be mesmerized by the incredible landscapes and explore some of its trails.
We will embark on a journey to the town of El Chaltén (National Capital of Trekking), located 220 km from El Calafate. During our journey, we will cross the Santa Cruz River and make a brief stop at Estancia La Leona. We will then continue our journey to El Chaltén, skirting the Viedma Lake with its homonymous glacier. Weather permitting, you will have breathtaking views of Mount Chaltén and Mount Torre, as well as the Viedma Glacier and its stunning icebergs.
Upon arrival in Chaltén, you will have 5 hours to explore and enjoy this small mountain village.
Available year-round and ideal for those who prefer a less demanding hike. Visit the Mirador de los Cóndores, approximately 700 meters away with low difficulty, and the Chorrillo del Salto, a completely flat 300-meter walk. You will be accompanied by a guide.

The excursion begins early in the morning from El Calafate. We take the mythic Route 40, that goes along the Argentino Lake up to La Leona river. We will pass by the canyon with the same name “Cañadón La Leona” and after 1.15 h ride we will make a short stop at an ancient route hotel "La Leona", almost a museum of the Route 40.
Our trip continues along the Lake Viedma, from where we will have magical views of glaciers, hidden lakes and the overpowering presence of the Mount Fitz Roy.
After arriving at Chalten we continue our ride to Lago del Desierto taking the route that borders the Río de las Vueltas taking us deeper into the Lengas and Nires forest. The road ends after one hour ride and 37 kms up to the North arriving at Lago del Desierto. From the pier Punta Sur we'll take a 20 minute boat ride to the natural reserve Vespignani from where 3 self-guided paths take us to the best miradors of Vespignani Glacier and the north face of Mount 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!

Start your day with a pick-up at your hotel in Calafate and embark on a trip north along Route 40, enjoying the local fauna and, if the weather permits, a sunrise over the hills. After approximately an hour and a half, you will arrive at Desert Lake, where your adventure will begin.
The low-difficulty trek crosses a native forest and takes you to the foot of the beautiful Laguna Huemul, known for the turquoise color of its waters. During the 40-minute walk each section, you will be able to enjoy nature and relax in a stunning environment.
Once at the viewpoint, you can admire the impressive panoramic views of Laguna Huemul and the glacier. Descend to the edge of the lagoon to enjoy a rest and, if you wish, bring your own lunch to enjoy in this beautiful environment.
With around 3 hours to explore the area, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the natural beauty of the region.

This experience combines navigation and trekking to discover the great Vespignani Glacier, in the Lago del Desierto provincial reserve.

The activity begins with the pick up from your hotel in El Calafate. We travel 37 kilometers along a gravel road until we reach the Punta Sur pier. We begin to navigate the Lago del Desierto for 30 minutes, enjoying the views of the Huemul and Crestón Glaciers.

We disembark in the Vespignani Glacier sector, where 4 trails of different difficulties await you. In total, you have 2 free hours to visit the ones you like the most.

The Red trail, with a 200-meter drop and 2 km of travel, brings you closer to the foot of the Great Vespignani Glacier in an hour, adding an incredible view of the north face of Cerro Fitz Roy.

The Yellow trail, with a drop of only 50 meters in 1 km, with a view of the Great Vespignani Glacier.

The Green trail is ideal to complement the other routes.

This tour is ideal for the first or last day of your stay. The 4x4 vehicles will take you into Cerro Huyliche to discover, for 3 hours, incredible views of the town, Lake Argentino and the imposing Andes Mountain Range.

The activity takes place on Cerro Huyliche, at 1050 meters above sea level, from where the highest and most imposing view of the city is reached.

The excursion begins with the pick-up from the Hotels to then complete a journey of approximately 15 kilometers to the entrance of Cerro Huyliche where the ascent will begin. The first stop is at a natural viewpoint that offers a magnificent and unique panoramic view of El Calafate and the central body of Lake Argentino.

Continuing the ascent you will reach the Labyrinth of Stones. From there you will begin the descent down the north slope of the hill and arrive at Piedra de los Sombreros. Finally, you will return to El Calafate descending without losing sight of the imposing Argentino Lake.

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.

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!

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 live a different Kayak experience, we invite you to discover the Río de las Vueltas. This activity offers the opportunity to connect with nature from the water, away from crowded trails. Explore the views of Mount Fitz Roy, the Rio de las Vueltas valley and the Andean forest from a completely unique and different perspective.
Once equipped with the technical clothing (neoprene suit, boots, vest, helmet and paddle), a vehicle will take us 21 km along the RP 41 to the Laguna Condor viewpoint where we will lower the kayaks and after the safety talk they will give the guides, we will begin the descent through the Río de las Vueltas. During the journey we will spot native fauna while contemplating the scenic beauty of Fitz Roy and its satellite spiers. Once we arrive at Estancia Bonanza we will change so we can finish the experience eating a delicious lunch with a view of the Fitz Roy.

- This is definitely the best way to visit the chalten in one day
- An excellent combination of recognition activities, hiking and exploration
- Assistance from our guide permanently
- The best tour for photography since you should not carry the camera much distance
- Our vehicle makes stops in the best viewpoints
- Two excellent guided walks, one in the morning and another in the afternoon, of low difficulty
- Pick up and drop off is from your hotel at El Calafate.
- We are Southroad, a company with 18 years experience of Full day tours from Calafate to Chalten & Torres del Paine.

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 and be amazed by this mountain village. Be mesmerized by the incredible landscapes and explore some of its trails.
We will embark on a journey to the town of El Chaltén (National Capital of Trekking), located 220 km from El Calafate. During our journey, we will cross the Santa Cruz River and make a brief stop at Estancia La Leona. We will then continue our journey to El Chaltén, skirting the Viedma Lake with its homonymous glacier. Weather permitting, you will have breathtaking views of Mount Chaltén and Mount Torre, as well as the Viedma Glacier and its stunning icebergs.
Upon arrival in Chaltén, you will have 5 hours to explore and enjoy this small mountain village.
Available year-round and ideal for those who prefer a less demanding hike. Visit the Mirador de los Cóndores, approximately 700 meters away with low difficulty, and the Chorrillo del Salto, a completely flat 300-meter walk. You will be accompanied by a guide.

El Chaltén is the Argentine Capital of Trekking. In this stunning natural setting you have multiple and varied options for walking, climbing, hiking or walking. Strong emotions begin long before arriving, when distance divides the mountains and glaciers that make them unique in this corner of Patagonia.

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

It is a challenging walk along the Fitz Roy path, 20 kilometers in total. The duration of the trek can vary according to the rhythm and physical condition of each person, but generally it is estimated between 8 and 9 hours, including short breaks and stops to admire the landscape, which will amaze you throughout the journey.

Once at the destination, we give you a talk about the trail, we give you walking sticks and the map, and the trekking begins.

During the first section you will cross the forest until you reach Laguna Capri, the first technical stop. You will be surprised by the color of the water and the nature that surrounds this lagoon, in addition, the views of Fitz Roy are unmissable.

Being located in the desert lake reserve and being a private property, this product offers a unique experience with very few people and in a place that is preserved in its natural state.

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.

Embark on an adventure from El Calafate to El Chaltén, the Trekking Capital! Departing hotels at 7:30 AM, our 220 km journey unveils scenic wonders. We cross Santa Cruz River, pause at Estancia La Leona for a quick break (refreshments available), and trace the path to El Chaltén, hugging Lake Viedma with its awe-inspiring glacier. Weather permitting, feast your eyes on Mount Chaltén (Fitz Roy), Torre, and the majestic Viedma Glacier along the way.

Upon arrival, relish 5 hours in this charming mountain village (consider meal options). Opt for easy-paced activities year-round: a guided visit to Condors' Viewpoint (700m, low difficulty) and Chorrillo del Salto (300m, flat terrain).

Join us for a hassle-free return, meeting at a pre-arranged spot, arriving in El Calafate around 8:00 PM. Experience an unforgettable day immersed in natural beauty and the tranquility of El Chaltén!

Travel to two of the most impressive places in Argentina! Join us in this adventure and get to know the city of El Calafate, El Chaltén and the most important points in the area. Surprise yourself with its landscape full of dense forests, snow-capped mountains, lakes and thousand-year-old glaciers.

Visit the world famous Los Glaciares National Park, located near the city of El Calafate.

IMPORTANT NOTE: According to the times we are living these days, this experience can be customized as per your interest and can also be provided in private service for an extra cost. If you are interested in doing this experience privately, please let us know and we will quote.