Patagonian Trails

7 days - from $1795

Marvel at an advancing glacier and walk amongst towering mountains on this superb adventure This trip is for those looking for the opportunity to walk amongst some of the finest mountain scenery in South America. As the dark shadows of winter recede and the snow begins to melt, the mountain trails of Patagonia come alive with those lucky enough to travel to the southern end of the Andes to witness nature in all its splendour. From El Calafate we visit the amazing Perito Moreno Glacier on its 30-kilometre-long, torturous journey down the mountainside before crashing into Lake Argentino. The creaking of the glacier as it slowly advances and the sound of huge sections of ice falling into the lake is something you won’t forget for a very long time. El Chalten is the centre for three fabulous days of mountain walks that will lead you to the base camps of magnificent Mount Cerro Torre and the Fitzroy massif. Returning to our lodge each afternoon, these relatively easy hikes offer stunning vistas and the opportunity for anybody with a moderate level of fitness to stand in awe at some of Patagonia’s most famous mountains. At the end of this short adventure, why not consider flying to Ushuaia where you can embark on one of our Antarctic voyages to the frozen continent?

Highlights

• Perito Moreno Glacier
• Trekking the Fitzroy Range
• Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier
• Walking Patagonia

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in El Calafate and transfer to hotel.2: Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and take a glacier mini-hike.3: Drive to El Chalten, our base for the next three nights.4: Hike to Laguna de los Tres and Fitz Roy Base Camp.5: Hike to Laguna Torre at the base of Cerro Torre.6: Free time for optional activities in El Chalten.7: Return to El Calafate where trip ends on arrival.
Included: Local tour leader, mountain guide, arrival transfer, transport, entrance fees.
Not Included: Airport departure taxes, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Equipment Included: bedding provided (sleeping bags not needed)
Valid From: 01 Jan 07
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Notes: This short adventure often ends in time to fly down to Ushuaia to join one of our Antarctic expedition ships on their voyage to the frozen continent.
Starts/Ends: El Calafate to El Calafate
Trip Reference: PSPT