Patagonia: Mountain Escape El Chalten – 5 Days
Tour Overview
Mountain Escape - Patagonia El Chaletn - thus; there are a variety of views from steppe to the forest. So then; from huge glacier moraines to colourful lakes. Also the view for Agachonas Pass and del Viernto Pas; makes this program a unique and fantastic way to explore this national park
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : El Chalten - Laguna los Tres
Location: El Chaltén, Laguna Los Tres Reyes
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You’ll leave early in the morning to the starting point of the trek located 20 kms away from town in our private vehicle to Hosteria El Pilar. Once arrived, we start to walk on the trail to Poincenot camp thru a forest of “Lengas”, typical Patagonic tree, having the Blanco River on our right. Here, we may leave our gear before continuing through Lenga (Southern Beech) forest and ascend to the Laguna de los Tres. At this lagoon we enjoy the closest, and best, views of the massif before returning to camp. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Laguna Torre & Cerro Torre
Location: Torre Lagoon, Cerro Torre
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we begin our descent into the Valley of the Madre and Hija lagoons, with permanent views of Fitz-Roy. This trail leads us to the next valley: that of Cerro Torre. Always surrounded by Lenga forest, we take a short hike to our campsite where we leave our overnight gear before continuing on to the Maestri lookout. It was from here that the legendary climber planned his climb of Cerro Torre in the 50’s. From here we return to camp to rest.
Day 3 : River Tunel Valley
Location: Laguna Toro Campground, Las Agachonas Apart
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast and packing our clothes we walk to Torre Lake and cross the River Fitz-Roy on the zip line. Once across, our trail takes us through the forest, then along a rocky stretch and finally leads us to one of the best views in the valley: the Agachonas Pass. From this point we begin to descend towards the River Túnel Valley, with amazing views of the glacier bearing the same name and its neighbor, Mt. Solo. Once in the vast glacial valley we head westwards towards our next campsite at Laguna Toro.
Day 4 : Paso de Viento
Location: Cabañas Paso del Viento
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early in the morning, we prepare for another intense day, which begins with a second impressive river crossing, this time across the River Túnel. After it, we begin our gradual ascent across glacial moraine until reaching the Viento Pass – privileged viewing point of the Southern Ice Field and the main body of the Viedma Glacier. From here we return along the same path till reaching our campsite at Laguna Toro.
Day 5 : Pliegue Tumbado Hill & Viedma Lake
Location: Loma Del Pliegue Tumbado, El Chaltén, Viedma Lake
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This day takes us along one of the Park’s less walked trails. The first part keeps us in the Túnel River Valley after which we gently climb towards the Pliegue Tumbado Hill. Along this route, returning towards El Chaltén, we will have the best views of the Viedma Lake, and each clearing in the forest will reward us with photo opportunities of mounts Fitz-Roy and Cerro Torre. Once back in El Chaltén the program ends.
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.
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Meals
Breakfast x 4, Lunch x 5, Dinner x 4
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Not Included.
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Insurance
Not Included.
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International Travel
Not Included.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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What is the maximum group size?
15 People at max.
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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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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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Free Date Changes
Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform unu raymi tour operator & lodges, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
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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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of unu raymi tour operator & lodges charges.
Up to 50 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
Patagonia: Mountain Escape El Chalten – 5 Days
5 Days Starting and ending in El Chaltén, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Visiting: El Chaltén, Laguna Los Tres Reyes, Torre Lagoon, Cerro Torre, Laguna Toro Campground, Las Agachonas Apart, Cabañas Paso del Viento, Loma Del Pliegue Tumbado, Viedma Lake ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Age range:
18-65
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten & Dairy Free.
