During the southern summer, the storm clouds recede and the sun shines on the rugged Patagonian landscape. This is the time to take to the trails and walk amongst some of the most stunning mountains on earth. From El Calafate we cross into Chile to the Torres del Paine National Park. Five magnificent days are spent trekking and camping in the reserve, taking us to the base of the giant 'Towers of Paine', the Grey Glacier and the beautiful French Valley. Returning to Argentina we visit the famous Perito Moreno Glacier before transferring to our lodge in El Chalten, our base for sensational day walks to Lagunas Los Tres, Fitz Roy base camp and Laguna Torre at the foot of the giant Cerro Torre. Our final day can include a trek to Pliegue Tumbado, where the views over both Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy are incredible.
Highlights
El CalafatePaine National ParkTorres del PainePerito Moreno GlacierEl ChaltenLaguna de los TresFitz Roy Base Camp HikeCerro Torre HikeDay Hikes
Itinerary:
1 Arrive in El Calafate and transfer to hotel.2 Drive to Las Torres in Paine National Park, Chile.3 Trek to the Towers of Paine.4 Trek to Refugio Los Cuernos.5 Trek the French Valley and return to Los Cuernos. 6 Full-day trek to Grey Glacier. 7 Cross Lake Pehoe to Pudeto. Transfer to El Calafate.8 Full-day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier plus glacier mini-trek. Overnight El Calafate.9 Transfer to El Chalten.10 Day trek to Laguna de los Tres and Fitz Roy Base Camp.11 Full-day trek to Laguna Torre.12 Full-day trek to Pliegue Tumbado or optional activities.13 Morning transfer to El Calafate where trip ends on arrival.
Included: Separate Peregrine leaders in Chile and Argentina, local guides, limited porterage on trek, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing, entrance and park fees.
Not Included: Airport departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, personal porter, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Notes: Porters will be available to carry a limited amount (max 7kg) of your personal trekking equipment on Days 4 to 6 of your trek in the Paine National Park. You will need to carry some of your own gear. You should bring along in your backpack what is recommended in our list of equipment and clothing. Anything that is not required on trek should be left in storage at the hotel in El Calafate. Public Holiday Inconveniences Please be prepared for the inconvenience of sights such as museums and churches being closed to tourists on public holidays (ie. Christmas Day and New Years Day). Throughout Latin America, most museums also tend to be closed on Mondays.
Meals: 11 breakfasts,8 lunches,5 dinners
Starts/Ends: El Calafate/El Calafate
Trip Reference: PSPF
