Argentina/Chile - Adventure – Self-guided tours –16 days / 15 nights
Highlights…:
• Hike in El Chalten, Argentina trekking capital ;
• Explore the superb glacier Perito Moreno;
• Ushuaia, the end of the world ;
• Torres del Paine, a wonder to behold.
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Starting from $ 2869 USD*
GLand of mysteries and legends, Patagonia takes you to a surreal and magnificent landscape of peaks, glaciers, lakes, rivers, fjords. Explore Patagonia’s stunning wilderness al the way to Ushuaia, at the end of the world!
Argentina: The National Park of Los Glaciares has 80% of its surface covered in ice (glaciers). Only the high peaks of granite have resisted and continue their fight against the erosion from ice. The result is a variety of incredible shapes.
Chile: The National Park of Torres del Paine is a region of great beauty and amazing geology, remarkable for its colors and contrasts. Its rivers, lakes and fjords cut through ancient forests home to a varied fauna and give it a turquoise colore…
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ITINERARY
Day 1 – BUENOS AIRES, THE CITY THAT LOOKS AND FEELS EUROPEAN
Arrival by international flight
After landing in Buenos Aires, our driver will take you to your hotel, located in the city centre. A member of our team will provide you with a road book and a mobile phone to keep in touch with us 24/7. Guided visit to the most famous and picturesque areas: El Caminito and San Telmo, at the origins of Tango, then the ancient harbour, heart of the city. By night, stroll in Puerto Madero area, an old harbour converted into a business area.
Flight Buenos Aires > El Calafate
Bus El Calafate > El Chalten
Transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. A bus will take you directly to El Chalten, a colourful town on the edge of Los Glaciares National park. Truly beautiful scenery along the route, with the turquoise waters of Lake Argentino and Lake Viedma. Take a first glance at Viedma glacier and the granite peaks of Mount Fitz Roy. Enjoy the rest of the day at El Chalten, resting and wandering around this small town and its many viewpoints.
Early departure for your first hike at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy with its peaks and glaciers. Walk along turquois lakes before returning to El Chalten. A beautiful trek to discover the hanging Piedras Blancas Glacier and move along the shores of the lagoons Madre and Hija and De los Tres, all set in a magnificent scenery and wildlife.
On this fourth day, we offer two options according to your requirements and budget.
Leave in the morning from your hotel to board a cruise on Lake Viedma. Disembark close to Viedma Glacier, wear your crampons and start exploring this incredible world of ice: turquoise lagoons, sinkholes, cracks, ice caves and crystal clear water. Return to your hotel by mid-afternoon.
Leave early in the morning to climb Pliegue Tumbado with 360° views across the Fitz Roy Massif and Lake Viedma. This fantastic trek crosses the Patagonian steppe and native forests, where you can observe typical fauna and possibly spot some marine fossils.
Bus El Chalten > El Calafate
Hike to Lake Torre for stunning views of Mount Torre a major challenge for best climbers,. The lake, fed by Mount Torre’s glacier, lies at the foot of this incredible 1000m high granite tower, with its famous needle shaped peak surmounted by an ice cap. The Fitz Roy, also known as cerro Chalten, is very arduous to climb. Leave El Chalten by bus in the late afternoon to arrive in El Calafate in the early evening.
Experience the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. This is the most active glacier in Patagonia and with some luck you will hear the terrible cracking noise and possibly observe a massive block of ice falling into Lake Argentino. Depart from your hotel for the Los Glaciares National Park following the old road that borders the lake. Stop just a few kilometres from Perito Moreno glacier to enjoy a short hike to admire the glacier along the arm of Lake Rico. Inside the park, reach the main observation point and later enjoy different perspectives of Perito Moreno from the many viewpoints. Enjoy this amazing show of ice from up-close. Back to El Calafate by the conventional route.
Leave early in the morning to the National Park of Torres del Paine in Chile. Crossing the Argentine pampas to the Chilean border, you will observe ñandus and guanacos in their natural environment. Arrival at the Park is schedule at about 10am. A van will take you to the most outstanding view points of the park from where you will start a hike surrounded by pristine nature. By mid-afternoon, board the catamaran to navigate across the calm, turquoise Lake Pehoe and finally reach the refugio Paine Grande.
Today you will hike to Grey Glacier. The hike is a little demanding but with spectacular landscapes. First you will observe the impressive icebergs floating on Lake Grey, on the way back you will appreciate the Grey Glacier, this incredible river of ice with its 5km and 70m high front.
Discover the French Valley where glaciers hang from mountain peaks. The trail is simply beautiful, running through native flora and exposing the many hanging glaciers and waterfalls. Climb the valley without the bags that you leave at the bottom of the valley and will get on your way back, before heading to the next destination, camping Italiano.
You will follow the trail along the blue waters of Lake Nordenskjold to reach the Chileno Refuge. Nice overview on the lakes of the park.
Early start, 2h30 ascension to reach the foot of the Torres del Paine needles. An impressive trail winding its way towards the famous vertical granite face towering more than 1.000 meters, overlooking a small glacier mounted on a glacial lake. On the way back, pick up your bags and board your bus to Puerto Natales from the Park’s entrance. Then another bus to Punta Arenas where you will arrive at the end of the day.
Bus Punta Arenas > Ushuaia
Morning departure for Ushuaia. A full day bus journey across the pampas, the strait of Magellan where you can see Commerson dolphins and the island of Tierra del Fuego, before arriving in Ushuaia in the afternoon.
Take a free morning to visit Ushuaia. In the afternoon board a cruise over the Beagle channel (3h). Pass by the island Los Lobos, ideal for spotting sea lions and sea birds (albatrosses, petrels, etc.). The navigation will continue toward the famous lighthouse of Les Eclaireurs. The appeal of this cruise is seeing the southernmost city in the world from the point of view of the first sailors. Your navigation will eventually take you to the penguin colony at the mouth of the canal before returning to Ushuaia.
After a short bus transfer, you will start a nice hike on coastal and forest trails. Pass through Lake Roca, Pipo River, peat bogs, Lenga forest (upland beech specie of Tierra del Fuego) and beaver dams. The hike ends at the Bay Lapataia. Back in Ushuaia by mid- afternoon.
Flight Ushuaia > Buenos Aires
Another free morning in Ushuaia. Go hiking to Martial Glacier for some panoramic views over Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel. A transfer vehicle will take you to the airport in the afternoon for your flight to Buenos Aires.
Departure of your international flight
Free time in the capital city. Three hours before your international flight, a transfer vehicle will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the airport.
Arrival by international flight
After landing in Buenos Aires, our driver will take you to your hotel, located in the city centre. A member of our team will provide you with a road book and a mobile phone to keep in touch with us 24/7. Guided visit to the most famous and picturesque areas: El Caminito and San Telmo, at the origins of Tango, then the ancient harbour, heart of the city. By night, stroll in Puerto Madero area, an old harbour converted into a business area.
- Transport : private transfer - 45 min + public transport
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals: none
Flight Buenos Aires > El Calafate
Bus El Calafate > El Chalten
Transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. A bus will take you directly to El Chalten, a colourful town on the edge of Los Glaciares National park. Truly beautiful scenery along the route, with the turquoise waters of Lake Argentino and Lake Viedma. Take a first glance at Viedma glacier and the granite peaks of Mount Fitz Roy. Enjoy the rest of the day at El Chalten, resting and wandering around this small town and its many viewpoints.
- Transport: private transfer - 30 min + regular bus service - 3h
- Accommodation: family run hotel
- Included meals : breakfast, lunch
Early departure for your first hike at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy with its peaks and glaciers. Walk along turquois lakes before returning to El Chalten. A beautiful trek to discover the hanging Piedras Blancas Glacier and move along the shores of the lagoons Madre and Hija and De los Tres, all set in a magnificent scenery and wildlife.
- Optional transport : VAN - 30min
- Accommodation: family run hotel
- Included melas: breakfast and lunch
- Trekking : 6 - 7h easy hike, medium difficulty on the last part, during the ascent of the Moraine.
On this fourth day, we offer two options according to your requirements and budget.
- Accommodation: family run hotel
- Included meals : breakfast
Leave in the morning from your hotel to board a cruise on Lake Viedma. Disembark close to Viedma Glacier, wear your crampons and start exploring this incredible world of ice: turquoise lagoons, sinkholes, cracks, ice caves and crystal clear water. Return to your hotel by mid-afternoon.
- Transport : van + catamaran - 2h van + 4h cruise
- Trekking: 2h hike on ice.
- Price : 155 $ p.p.
Leave early in the morning to climb Pliegue Tumbado with 360° views across the Fitz Roy Massif and Lake Viedma. This fantastic trek crosses the Patagonian steppe and native forests, where you can observe typical fauna and possibly spot some marine fossils.
- Trekking: 8h easy hike. 800m change in altitude.
Bus El Chalten > El Calafate
Hike to Lake Torre for stunning views of Mount Torre a major challenge for best climbers,. The lake, fed by Mount Torre’s glacier, lies at the foot of this incredible 1000m high granite tower, with its famous needle shaped peak surmounted by an ice cap. The Fitz Roy, also known as cerro Chalten, is very arduous to climb. Leave El Chalten by bus in the late afternoon to arrive in El Calafate in the early evening.
- Transport : regular bus service - 3h
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast and lunch
- Trekking : 5 - 7h hike depending on the trail
Experience the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. This is the most active glacier in Patagonia and with some luck you will hear the terrible cracking noise and possibly observe a massive block of ice falling into Lake Argentino. Depart from your hotel for the Los Glaciares National Park following the old road that borders the lake. Stop just a few kilometres from Perito Moreno glacier to enjoy a short hike to admire the glacier along the arm of Lake Rico. Inside the park, reach the main observation point and later enjoy different perspectives of Perito Moreno from the many viewpoints. Enjoy this amazing show of ice from up-close. Back to El Calafate by the conventional route.
- Transport : van - 2h
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Trekking : 1h30
Leave early in the morning to the National Park of Torres del Paine in Chile. Crossing the Argentine pampas to the Chilean border, you will observe ñandus and guanacos in their natural environment. Arrival at the Park is schedule at about 10am. A van will take you to the most outstanding view points of the park from where you will start a hike surrounded by pristine nature. By mid-afternoon, board the catamaran to navigate across the calm, turquoise Lake Pehoe and finally reach the refugio Paine Grande.
- Accommodation: your tent – camping Paine
- Included meals : breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Trekking : 2h
- Navigation by catamaran not included
Today you will hike to Grey Glacier. The hike is a little demanding but with spectacular landscapes. First you will observe the impressive icebergs floating on Lake Grey, on the way back you will appreciate the Grey Glacier, this incredible river of ice with its 5km and 70m high front.
- Accommodaiton: your tent – camping Paine
- Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Trekking : 7 - 8h (without bags).
- Change in altitude : + 500m
Discover the French Valley where glaciers hang from mountain peaks. The trail is simply beautiful, running through native flora and exposing the many hanging glaciers and waterfalls. Climb the valley without the bags that you leave at the bottom of the valley and will get on your way back, before heading to the next destination, camping Italiano.
- Accommodation: your tent - camping Italiano
- Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Trekking : 7 - 8h (without bags)
- Change in altitude : + 800m
You will follow the trail along the blue waters of Lake Nordenskjold to reach the Chileno Refuge. Nice overview on the lakes of the park.
- Accommodation: your tent - camping Chileno
- Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Trekking : 5 - 6h (without bags)
- Change in altitude : + 300m
Early start, 2h30 ascension to reach the foot of the Torres del Paine needles. An impressive trail winding its way towards the famous vertical granite face towering more than 1.000 meters, overlooking a small glacier mounted on a glacial lake. On the way back, pick up your bags and board your bus to Puerto Natales from the Park’s entrance. Then another bus to Punta Arenas where you will arrive at the end of the day.
- Transport : bus - 5h
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals: breakfast and lunch
- Trekking : 6 - 7h (withour bags)
- Change in altitude : + 500m
Bus Punta Arenas > Ushuaia
Morning departure for Ushuaia. A full day bus journey across the pampas, the strait of Magellan where you can see Commerson dolphins and the island of Tierra del Fuego, before arriving in Ushuaia in the afternoon.
- Transport : bus - 10h
- Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast
- Included meals: breakfast and lunch
Take a free morning to visit Ushuaia. In the afternoon board a cruise over the Beagle channel (3h). Pass by the island Los Lobos, ideal for spotting sea lions and sea birds (albatrosses, petrels, etc.). The navigation will continue toward the famous lighthouse of Les Eclaireurs. The appeal of this cruise is seeing the southernmost city in the world from the point of view of the first sailors. Your navigation will eventually take you to the penguin colony at the mouth of the canal before returning to Ushuaia.
- Transport : catamaran - 4h cruise
- Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast
- Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
After a short bus transfer, you will start a nice hike on coastal and forest trails. Pass through Lake Roca, Pipo River, peat bogs, Lenga forest (upland beech specie of Tierra del Fuego) and beaver dams. The hike ends at the Bay Lapataia. Back in Ushuaia by mid- afternoon.
- Transport : bus - 45min
- Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast
- Included meals: breakfast and lunch
- Trekking : 5 h
Flight Ushuaia > Buenos Aires
Another free morning in Ushuaia. Go hiking to Martial Glacier for some panoramic views over Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel. A transfer vehicle will take you to the airport in the afternoon for your flight to Buenos Aires.
- Transport: private transfer - 45min
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast
Departure of your international flight
Free time in the capital city. Three hours before your international flight, a transfer vehicle will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the airport.
- Transport : private transfer - 45 min
- Included meals : breakfast
This program is only given as an indication. Transhumans reserves the right, directly or through its local partners, to replace transportation, accommodation, itinerary, as well as dates and departure times, without the participants being able to claim any compensation.
