This trip is for those looking for the opportunity to walk amongst some of the finest mountain scenery in South America. As the dark shadows of winter recede and the snow begins to melt, the mountain trails of Patagonia come alive with those lucky enough to travel to the southern end of the Andes to witness nature in all its splendour. From El Calafate we visit the amazing Perito Moreno Glacier on its 30-kilometre-long, torturous journey down the mountainside before crashing into Lake Argentino. The creaking of the glacier as it slowly advances and the sound of huge sections of ice falling into the lake is something you won't forget for a very long time. El Chalten is the centre for three fabulous days of mountain walks that will lead you to the base camps of magnificent Mount Cerro Torre and the Fitzroy massif. Returning to our lodge each afternoon, these relatively easy hikes offer stunning vistas and the opportunity for anybody with a moderate level of fitness to stand in awe at some of Patagonia's most famous mountains. At the end of this short adventure, why not consider flying to Ushuaia where you can embark on one of Peregrine's Antarctic voyages to the frozen continent?
Highlights
El CalafatePerito Moreno GlacierEl ChaltenLaguna de los TresFitz Roy Base Camp HikeCerro Torre HikeDay Hikes
Itinerary:
1 Arrive in El Calafate and transfer to hotel.2 Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and take a glacier mini-hike.3 Drive to El Chalten, our base for the next three nights.4 Hike to Laguna de los Tres and Fitz Roy Base Camp.5 Hike to Laguna Torre at the base of Cerro Torre.6 Free time for optional activities in El Chalten.7 Return to El Calafate where trip ends on arrival.
Included: Peregrine tour leader, mountain guide, arrival transfer, transport, entrance fees.
Not Included: Airport departure taxes, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Notes: Antarctica The port of Ushuaia is the starting point for one of the most incredible journeys imaginable - the voyage to Antarctica. The final day of our Patagonian Highlights tour normally connects in Ushuaia with the sailing of one our expedition ships (the Peregrine Voyager or Peregrine Mariner) on their voyages to the frozen continent. For full details on these remarkable cruises please see our Peregrine Antarctica brochure or visit our website at: www.peregrineadventures.com/antarctica/ Iguazu Falls Add-on The Iguazu Falls are one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Situated on the border of Argentina and Brazil they are one of the main highlights of any visit to South America. The falls, consisting of 275 separate waterfalls surrounded by national park, can be experienced from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. Our add-on package consists of an arrival and departure transfer at Puerto Iguazu, two nights hotel accommodation in the town of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) plus excursions to both sides of the falls. Please ask for our Iguazu Falls Add-on trip notes for full details.
Meals: 6 breakfasts,3 lunches,
Starts/Ends: El Calafate/El Calafate
Trip Reference: PSPT
