The classic, spectacular and unforgettable trek of the region. This is the trek to do if you only have one day in El Chaltén.  A trek that takes you past some impressive scenery and through forests until you arrive at the mythical Mount Fitz Roy; admiring lagoons of different shades of blue, imposing glaciers and campgrounds visited by famous international climbers.

Itinerary

We depart El Chaltén on the Fitz Roy footpath. After about 20 minutes of ascent we arrive at the Valley of the Vueltas River viewpoint, a perfect example of the “U” shape valley carved by the glaciations in Patagonia. After some more gentle climbing we arrive at the viewpoint of the Fitz Roy massif where we can appreciate in all their splendour the peaks of the S, Saint Exupéry, Poincenot, Fitz Roy, Mermoz and Guillaumet.

We continue for 2 hours on the flat, walking through beautiful lenga forests inhabited by countless varieties of birds that will accompany us with their song until we reach the campground Río Blanco. This is the base camp for the most adventurous climbers who will attempt to conquer these granite masses. We then climb 400m in about an hour until we arrive at Laguna de los Tres. On arriving at the highest point on the path, we are rewarded by the majestic views of Fitz Roy, the glacier de los Tres and its lagoon.  The grandeur of this location makes you feel very insignificant.

From here we circle Laguna de los Tres and head towards the viewpoint of the Laguna Sucia and its glacier. Again, the breathtaking views are unforgettable.

After a rest and a bite for lunch, we will start the descent and walk back to El Chaltén and pass by Laguna Capri (a favourite spot for photographers).

Having had such an exciting day, why not relax in the town having a beer made in the town’s microbrewery or a hot chocolate with some homemade cake!?