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Day 1:
Arrival to the airport. Transfer to Puerto Bajo de las Sombras to begin our boat trip towards Nibepo Aike Ranch located in the middle of the Andes Mountain Range. We navigate along Brazo Rico and Brazo Sur of Lake Argentino, watching several glaciers. We have a pic nic lunch on board. As we go onshore and walk briefly up to an observation point, we appreciate the hanging glaciers and most relevant mountains of the area. We continue sailing up to the ranch, where we have the option of hiking or horseback riding on the property. We enjoy a delicious lamb barbecue and return to the lodge to rest.
Overnight at Altavista Lodge - Lunch / Dinner
Day 2:
Today we enjoy a unique experience: walking on a glacier. We go onboard in "Bajo de las Sombras" bay; navigate Lake Rico enjoying the impressive views of the southern wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier, and the Canal de los Témpanos. We disembark and walk towards the glacier, where we put on the crampons and begin our adventure on ice. We enjoy magnificent natural views and a talk about the flora, fauna and glaciology. Picnic and in the afternoon we go to El Chaltén, a small village located in the heart of the Patagonian southern range. Visit to La Leona, a typical Patagonian ranch located on a turn of the plentiful and deep river by the same name. We enjoy a delicious tea with cakes and go ahead to Chaltén. Dinner at the lodge.
Overnight at El Pilar Lodge - Tea / Dinner
Activity: walk with moderate difficulty. The ice surface is irregular, but firm and safe / 2 hours on ice.
Day 3:
Early in the morning we begin our hiking towards "Laguna de los 3". The path is narrow and takes us through the woods towards River Blanco. We pass by Piedras Blancas Glacier, cross a wooden bridge with a breathtaking view of Lake Capri. We continue up to Lake Sucia, which is located between glaciers and has huge icebergs floating. The presence of the amazing needles of Mt. Fitz Roy escort our way. Visit to the observation point and descent to El Chaltén village.
Overnight at Los Cerros Lodge - Breakfast / Box Lunch / Dinner.
Activity: Intermediate. 9-hour hiking on uneven land, with some rocky areas.
Day 4:
Hiking until Lake and Glacier Torre. Visit to the lake's observation point, where the impressive granite wall of Mt. Torre and its mountain range is very near us. We return to the town in the afternoon.
Overnight at Los Cerros Lodge - Breakfast / Box Lunch / Dinner.
Activity: Intermediate. 7/8-hour hiking on uneven land, with some rocky areas.
Day 5:
In the morning time off to explore the town and its surroundings. Transfer to El Calafate Airport in the afternoon.
Breakfast
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Services Included
• Private transfers throughout the trip.
• 5 nights of accommodation according to the itinerary.
• Meals as per the itinerary.
• Activities and tours according to the itinerary.
• Full equipment for the activities.
• Expert bilingual guides.
• Ongoing coordination.
Recommended Gear
• A wide brimmed hat and scarf for sun protection.
• Jacket for protection against wind and rain.
• Trekking shoes.
• A full change of clothes.
• Socks.
• Warm sweater for the evenings, which can be cold.
• Lightweight rain coat.
• An extra pair of light casual shoes.
• Sun block cream and lip balm.
• Sun glasses.
• Your medicines.
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Alta Vista Ranch
El Calafate
Description: Alta Vista Ranch is located near Lake Roca, on the land of the legendary Anita Ranch. Discover the hospitality of a hundred year-old ranch, with white windows and fences, a park full of flowers, and a friendly décor and refurbished interiors. Mix it with delicious traditional dishes of lamb from the ranch itself, fresh fruit and vegetables from its orchid and wine from the best vineyards of the country.
Hostería del Pilar
El Chaltén
www.hosteriaelpilar.com.ar
Description: El Pilar Lodge is on the Valley of Río de las Vueltas, surrounded by a dense forest of native ñires and lengas. It is the recreation of an old Patagonian house, similar to those that housed the pioneers that came to inhabit Patagonia. One is welcomed by a warm and familiar feeling. The bar, dining room, library, and even the kitchen have free access for guests, who will feel right at home. A wind-protected deck will be an ideal corner to enjoy a sunny afternoon or to try a delicious Patagonian lamb barbecue.
Los Cerros Lodge
El Chaltén
www.loscerrosdelchalten.com
Description: Surrounded by a wild and exuberant nature, Los Cerros Hotel achieves a balanced relationship between the mountain landscape with its peaks and a modern architecture: it uses natural stone as emblematic element, local wood veneer and red metal sheet roofs with a steep pitch continuing the movement of the impressive mountains surrounding it. The Hotel surprises with details of comfort and refinement, its panoramic views of Río de las Vueltas and the young town of El Chaltén, the exquisite regional cuisine of international level, and the personalized and dedicated service of a professional staff.
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