El Calafate to El Chaltén Hikes

• Hike to Laguna de Los Tres 

This is one of our hiking favorites! We will travel half an hour to Hosteria El Pilar where the trail starts. First, walk through a forest to reach Piedras Blancas Glacier viewpoint. We will make a brief stop to enjoy views of the hanging glacier. 

Continue to Laguna de Los Tres; though this hike increases in intensity during the last bit, it’s totally worth it. This is one of the best day-hikes in the world! If the weather permits, we will enjoy lunch at the lagoon. And here’s a little secret: you can also reach Laguna Sucia from Laguna de Los Tres… it’s only a 5- minute walk away. Finally, start the descent and spend the night in the Poincenot wild camping site.

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People staying at Poincenot can watch the sunrise at Laguna de Los Tres. You’ll be sleeping just 1 hour away from the lagoon! Seize the day, wake up early, you won’t regret the experience.  

• Laguna Torre Hike

Start the day walking along the beautiful Lagoons Madre and Hija before dropping down into Torre valley where Laguna Torre, its glacier, and the famous Mount Torre await. Pay attention to see the floating icebergs! Finally, discover the Fitz Roy River and visit the D’Agostini Campground, famous among climbers around the world. Finally, enjoy lunch at the lagoon, and hike back, through the valley to El Chaltén. 

• Transfer from El Chaltén to El Calafate

At the end of this day, you will board your bus to El Calafate. This 3-hour drive will be a good opportunity to relax while enjoying the passing landscapes out your window. Once you arrive in El Calafate, the bus will drop you off at your hotel and you will have the rest of the evening at leisure.

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What do you need to taste in El Calafate?

Now is your chance to try some tender Patagonian Lamb or maybe heavenly Calafate ice cream. In Calafate, food options are varied and plentiful; from veggie delicacies to the best demonstration of national steaks, there really is something for everyone. You can choose a fancy restaurant for dinner or a more traditional local tavern to spend an unforgettable night.