Patagonia: Cerro Huemul Circuit El Chalten – 4 Days
Tour Overview
Cerro Huemel - Patagonaia: El Chalten: Trek along one of the less visited areas of this national park; crossing some high passes with views of the most spectacular valleys and glaciers. The Southern Patagonian ice field forms part of the backdrop to this trek route. After all, it is the second largest extrapolar icefield that exists. It is the bigger of two remnant parts of the Patagonia Ice Sheet which covered all of southern Chile during the last glacial period, locally called the LLanquihue glacification. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : El Chalten - Laguna Toro
Location: Torre Lagoon, El Chaltén
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An early departure from El Chaltén as we have 6 hours trekking through the forest until we reach Laguna Toro campsite. This hike passes through beautiful meadows whilst enjoying amazing views of the impressive Patagonian spires of Fitz-Roy and Cerro Torre. The Toro campsite is located at the edge of the forest, thus providing good protection from the wind. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Viento Pass & Southern Ice Field
Location: Campamento Paso del Viento
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breaking our camp we begin our trek towards the day’s first challenge: crossing the river Túnel via a zip line or wading depending on the river conditions. Then we continue walking uphill along big and spectacular moraines towards del Viento Pass – privileged viewing point of the Southern Ice Field. The name of this pass means Windy in Spanish, so we expect to feel the full-force of these notorious gales. Once over and onto the western slopes of the mountain we descend in direction to Paso del Viento camp, an ideal resting place with a crystal clear creek running next to our tents.
Day 3 : Huemul Pass - Bahia de los Tempanos
Location: Huemul, De Los Tempanos
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we follow the trail that takes us alongside the Viedma glacier. We will always see the glacier from above, thus giving us spectacular views along the way. Along the day we pass by some sparkling mountain lakes and after lunch the hard work awaits us as we trek up to the Huemul Pass. At the top we could have the chance to see some Condors flying around since there is a huge “Condorera”. From the top of this wide pass and after taking the necessary time for resting, we have to descend a long and steep way thru the forest to get to our next camp at Bahia de los Tempanos (Icebergs), on the shore of Viedma lake with view to the glacier face.
Day 4 : Bahia Tunel - El Chalten
Location: El Chaltén
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From this last camp we have the chance to see some icebergs from the calving Viedma glacier and get spectacular pictures at sunrise. After breakfast we have a fairly easy trek to get to Bahía Túnel, including a last zip line. From the end of the trail we complete the day with a transfer that will take us to El Chalten 16 km away.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary.
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Fully Guided
Private bilingual guide during the trek. 1 assistant guide every 4 participants. Rate 1:4
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Meals
Breakfast x 3, Lunch x 4, Dinner x 3
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All meals, transfers, permits during trip
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Technical gear when required, Tents and any gear necessary except what is considered personal
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VHF radio ir satellite communication
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Entrance tickets and permits
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
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Insurance
Not Included.
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International Travel
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Hotels before & after (can be organised as part of trip)
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Domestic flights (can be organised as part of trip)
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Medium to High.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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Carriage of personal equipment
All participants must carry their own sleeping bag and mat plus the necessary equipment / food for the program provided (4-5kgs per person)
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What is the maximum group size?
15 People at max.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For 3 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Always
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
This depends on the type of tour you've booked. If there is paperwork to be sent (i.e. domestic flights etc.) we will forward these to you ahead of time.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It can be possible in instances, a lot depends on the type of tour being run and it's accessibility
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
We don't fund charities directly but we work with local communities where we can to support them and provide resources whenever possible. We utilise local resources with all of our trips so in that respect you are contributing to the local economy and the welfare of it's people.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Unu Raymi Expeditions; we’ll always keep our commitment to deliver the best customised experience created from your own personal & group requirements. We’ll provide as many available options for planning your ideal trip; operating & incorporating many off-the-beaten path experiences for your trip or expedition. Before your trip begins we’ll work with you to ensure you are fully prepared and ha
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if you wold like to share facilities with someone this can be organised
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We are working with the latest protocols issued by the Ministerio de Salud (Ministry of Health) to ensure our operations are safe and compliant for the future. All hygiene standards that are being developed will be adhered to in compliance with state legislation and protocols.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We have the flexibility to alter trips as necessary if there are travel restrictions in place. For all other changes please refer to our terms and conditions.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
This will depend if you have booked a private or group tour
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Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 44 days before departure.
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Up to 50 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
Patagonia: Cerro Huemul Circuit El Chalten – 4 Days
4 Days Starting and ending in El Chaltén, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Visiting: Torre Lagoon, El Chaltén, Campamento Paso del Viento, Huemul, De Los Tempanos
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Age range:
18-65
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten & Dairy Free.
