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El Calafate · Santa Cruz · Argentina
Fixed 10 Day Guided Group Tour: Patagonia Essentials
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Join a Group Tour to Patagonia and enjoy the stunning colors of the Fall season while meeting other travelers. Spend a few days hiking in El Chaltén, Argentina’s hikers’ paradise. Then, travel to El Calafate and visit the Glaciers National Park to witness the marvelous Perito Moreno Glacier. Continue exploring Patagonia in Chile, reach the city of Puerto Natales, and visit the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park, declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Group Size: A small group of 8 16 guests
- Secure your spot! Hike to Laguna Capri and get fabulous views of Mount Fitz Roy
- Sail the Iceberg Channel and visit the UNESCO Perito Moreno Glacier and its colossal ice walls
- Explore the most iconic viewpoints and highlights of Torres del Paine National Park in one day
- Hike to Laguna Torre and be amazed by its beauty
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
El Calafate
Leisure. Welcome to El Calafate in Patagonia! -Transfer El Calafate Airport to your hotel Today, Southern Patagonia welcomes you with open arms. El Calafate is a starting point for adventure travelers who desire to unearth the most spellbinding natural wonders of Patagonia, like the Perito Moreno Glacier. Upon arrival, you will meet the tour leader at the airport and take a transfer to the hotel, where you will have the rest of the day to relax or explore the surroundings. Before dinner, the tour leader will brief us about the marvelous days to come! -Welcome briefing with cocktail Welcome briefing with one cocktail at Mirador del Lago hotel.
Day 2
Chaltén Village
Hiking. Hiking day in El Chaltén -Transfer from El Calafate to El Chaltén Get ready and depart to the hiker’s village of El Chaltén. Enjoy the desert of Southern Patagonia on the famous Route 40 in this 3-hour trip. El Chalten is the Argentinean capital of hiking. Located at the foot of the Fitz Roy Mountain, surrounded by glaciers, lakes, rivers, and forests, it is still a hidden gem of our Patagonia. Prepare to engage in your first hiking experience upon arrival!
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Chaltén Village
Hiking at El Chaltén. -Hiking day in El Chaltén Meet your mountain guide and start the hike from the door of your hotel. During the first hour, the slope is fairly steep until the viewpoint of Rio de las Vueltas valley. Continue for an hour and a half through a Ñire and Lenga forest until the bifurcation that shows the trail to Laguna Capri. From Capri Lagoon we will have a unique view of the iconic Cerro Fitz Roy. Enjoy a break lunch admiring the stunning views. Then, return by the same path, and appreciate the views of El Chaltén Town. ¡Time for a well-earned beer!
Day 3
Chaltén Village
Hiking at Laguna Torre. - Half day Laguna Torre hike, private service At the appropriate time, the guide will meet you at your hotel to trek towards Torre Lagoon. The trail starts right from the town itself, with a gentle slope, following the Fitz Roy River. After about 20 minutes, you will be amazed by the Fitz Roy River Canyon and beautiful waterfalls. The first viewpoint offers a perfect resting spot with views of Cerro Torre, its glaciers, and the Adelas Range. The return trek from here is 3 hours to El Chaltén, ideal for a shorter activity. The hike continues through a picturesque valley to reach De Agostini Base Camp and finally Laguna Torre, offering a magnificent view of the Cerro Torre and surrounding glaciers. After a well deserved rest and lunch, we head back to El Chaltén by the same path.
Day 4
El Calafate
Transportation. From El Chaltén to El Calafate - Transfer El Chaltén hotel / El Calafate hotel Then, get ready to be transferred from your hotel in El Chaltén to your hotel in El Calafate.
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El Calafate
City/Town Tour. - ¡Welcome to El Calafate! The town of El Calafate is the starting point for a visit to Los Glaciers national park. Of all the impressive landscapes of our country, this is the one you will remember most. Huge blue icebergs floating on the milky turquoise waters, cracking sounds of huge ice pieces falling in the lake and the Immense Perito Moreno Glacier (UNESCO World Heritage Site) will leave you breathless
Day 5
El Calafate
Hiking at Perito Moreno National Park. - Full-day Perito Moreno Glacier tour & Safari Azul navigation A transfer will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Los Glaciares National Park home of the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier. Los Glaciares National Park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981 when its almost 200 glaciers were discovered. Half of the park is occupied by the Patagonian ice field, the third largest after Antarctica and Greenland. Upon arrival at the National Park, your guide will show you the different walkway circuits to wander in front of the colossal ice walls of Perito Moreno. We will start the adventure from the main balcony and then, have some free time to wander freely until the meeting time agreed with our guide. At Bajo de las Sombras port, embark on a 20-minute sail crossing Lago Rico. Enjoy a 30-minute walk to approach the amazing spectacles of the Southern icy walls. Continue walking through a greenwood and lakeshore and admire the Perito Moreno Glacier. Hop on the boat again and sail closer to the glacier. Get the most amazing views from the water. Finally, the boat will leave you on the walkways, the lookout trail to traditionally observe the glacier and all its unpredictable movements. At the end of the day, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in El Calafate. - Optional Tour – Minitrekking Have you ever imagined walking across the surface of a glacier? Well, this is your chance! The Mini Trekking tour will allow you to trek on Perito Moreno Glacier… This is one of our favorite Patagonia outings; we’re sure you won’t regret it. This is an optional excursion you can add to this day.
Day 6
Puerto Natales
Transportation. From El Calafate to Puerto Natales in Chile - Transfer from El Calafate hotel to your hotel in Puerto Natales Prepare to leave Argentina and be transferred from El Calafate to Puerto Natales in Chilean Patagonia. It is important to remember that today we are crossing borders. Please make sure you have your passport.
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Puerto Natales
City/Town Tour. - Full Day Walking Tour Upon arrival to Puerto Natales, our local guide will introduce us into this picturesque town, at the shores of Señoret Channel and the gate to Torres del Paine National Park. Puerto Natales was officially discovered by European sailor Juan Ladrilleros in 1557. He named the area Última Esperanza (Last Hope) as it was his last chance to find the Strait of Magellan, after exploring the laberintic fiords of the area. But it was not until 1911 when the town was officially founded, with the construction of the port that served to the sheep and wool industry. Today we will enter into Puerto Natales ́ history, life and culture. We will visit the remodeled waterfront, the main Square, the church, the Historical Museum and the dock of the artisan fishermen.
Day 7
Puerto Natales
Hiking at Torres Del Paine National Park. Torres del Paine Highlights Tour - Full-day Torres del Paine highlights tour We will pick you up from your hotel and head to the amazing Torres del Paine National Park, declared a Biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 1978. Our first stop will be at Grey Lake. If the weather allows it, we will be able to make a pleasant hike along the shores of Lake. We began the second stage of our visit heading to the Salto Grande sector. Here Salto Grande Waterfalls welcomes us and shows us the trail to our hike to Los Cuernos (the Horns) viewpoint, from where we will get the best views of the complete massif and heart of the park. Then, visit the Paine waterfall, a beautiful place where we can appreciate the discharge of milky water coming from the glaciers through the Paine River and finally draining into the bosom of Ultima Esperanza. We continue the journey enjoying various views in our undulating route that brings us to the end of the trip. Return to your hotel in Puerto Natales by the end of the tour.
Day 8
Puerto Natales
Relaxation & Fun. -Day at leisure in Puerto Natales Today, enjoy a day at leisure to keep discovering Puerto Natales. You may go for a walk on the shores of Last Hope Sound, explore the little and picturesque town by bike, or even book an optional tour for today.
Day 9
El Calafate
Transportation. - Transfer from Puerto Natales to your hotel in El Calafate Say goodbye to Puerto Natales and Chile, and prepare to be transferred from your hotel to El Calafate. Rest and enjoy views from your window. ¡And think about the homemade Patagonian dinner that awaits tonight!
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El Calafate
Leisure. - Farewell Dinner at a Restaurant in El Calafate Dinner included. Walking distance restaurant.
Day 10
El Calafate
Transportation. - Transfer from El Calafate hotel to the airport This is the last day of your trip. We hope to see you soon exploring Patagonia! At the appropriate time, a transfer will drive you from your hotel to El Calafate airport.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Entrance fees to Los Glaciares, Chaltén, and Torres del Paine National Parks A local guide will accompany your group throughout the entire trip, ensuring a smooth and enriching experience. One tour leader of Say Hueque.
Not Included
International or Domestic Flights Travel / Medical Insurance Tips Optional Tour: Minitrekking (Day 5) – Price per person: 350 usd
Meeting & Pickup
Upon arrival in El Calafate, you will be met at the airport
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
The following information, for each passenger, is required to confirm your booking: Full name (as passport): Date Of Birth: Nationality: Valid Passport Number: Email: Cell Phone number: Without this information, we cannot confirm reservations. In addition, when flights are involved we require a scanned copy or a picture of their passport. Additional information that can be sent at a later date (before the trip), but can also be completed now: Allergies: Medication: Physical restrictions: Food Restriction: Hobbies: The main reason for their trip:
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 18 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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