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El Chaltén’s original local guiding team. Over a quarter-century of expertise, professional certified guides, and a lifelong commitment to this wild Patagonian community.
Unforgettable experiences
We guide experiences that connect with the magic of Patagonia
Explore rock and ice
We take you to those remote places that few have set foot in or seen.
Indulge your senses
We create memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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Day Hikes
The legendary trails of El Chaltén – featuring some of the most iconic and sought-after day hikes in all of Patagonia.
Los Cóndores / Las Águilas
Enjoy panoramic views of El Chaltén nestled beneath the southern Andes, often with condors circling high above.
- Distance: 4–6 km round trip
- Difficulty: Easy
- Technical grade: Low
Mirador del Torre
Easy-going hike with jaw-dropping views of the Cerro Torre range, Torre Glacier, and the iconic Fitz Roy massif.
- Distance: 7 km round trip
- Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
- Technical grade: Low
Laguna Capri
One of the most accessible and popular hikes in El Chaltén – the perfect first-day adventure for anyone just rolling into town.
- Distance: 8 km round trip
- Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
- Technical grade: Low
Laguna De los Tres
The undisputed king of El Chaltén hikes – the one that delivers the most iconic, postcard-perfect view of Fitz Roy.
- Distance: 20–22 km round trip
- Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
- Technical grade: Medium
Laguna Torre
Hike through glacial valleys and ancient lenga forests to the stunning lagoon right at the foot of the mighty Cerro Torre.
- Distance: 18 km round trip
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Technical grade: Medium
Loma del Pliegue Tumbado
A challenging climb from the Patagonian steppe to a spectacular ridge-top vantage point with unrivaled 360° panoramic views.
- Distance: 20–22 km round trip
- Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
- Technical grade: Medium
Los Huemules Reserve
Stunning off-the-beaten-path hikes with commanding views of Cerro Eléctrico, the Fitz Roy range, Loma del Diablo, and the hidden Laguna Azul – inside a private nature reserve.
- Distance: 15 km round trip
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Technical grade: Medium
Multi-day Treks
The heart-and-soul backpacking experiences that every serious Patagonia trekker dreams of. Camp beneath the spires of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, wake up to sunrise alpenglow on granite walls, and link the most legendary viewpoints in one seamless journey.
Fitz Roy Circuit
2 days / 1 night
The ultimate overnight trek that links El Chaltén’s two most iconic trails in one unforgettable loop: Valle del Río Blanco, Laguna de los Tres (the classic Fitz Roy postcard), Lagunas Madre & Hija, the wild Valle del Torre, and return to town.
- Distance: 25 km aprox.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Technical grade: Medium
Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre
3 days / 2 nights
The ultimate Patagonia bucket-list trek: two nights camping in the heart of the range, visiting both the Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre basecamps with mind-blowing views of turquoise lagoons, hanging glaciers, ancient lenga forests, and the most legendary granite walls on the planet.
- Distance: 35 km aprox.
- Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
- Technical grade: Medium
Mountaineering
Real alpine objectives for experienced hikers and climbers. These are the routes that take you deep into the range: satellite summits, glacier travel, remote passes, and direct contact with the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
Cerro Madsen
Full day
Beautiful 3,000 m+ summit on the Fitz Roy skyline. Technical sections possible; ropes, crampons & ice axe may be used.
- Distance: 15 km round trip
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Technical grade: Moderate–High
Paso Del Cuadrado/Piedra Negra
Full Day · Optional Overnight Camp
The classic “back-door” approach to the Fitz Roy range: hike to the base of the north faces and the huge hanging glaciers. On good days, lay hands on Guillaumet’s rock.
- Distance: 2 km from Piedra del Fraile
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Technical grade: Moderate–High
Paso del Viento
3 days / 2 nights
Epic journey to one of the classic gateways onto the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Two nights camping in pure wilderness, walking roped on glacier ice, and crossing a roaring mountain river by tyrolean traverse.
- Distance: 50 km round trip
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Technical grade: Medium-High
Cerro Huemul Loop
4 days / 3 nights
The complete circumnavigation of Cerro Huemul – a true Patagonian wilderness expedition that gets you right to the edge of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Three nights of remote camping, roped glacier walking, and a tyrolean traverse across a glacial river.
- Distance: 60 km round trip
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Technical grade: Medium-High