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Chaltén Express: Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre

This classic guided trek from El Chaltén takes you to the most spectacular landmarks in the Los Glaciares: Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, with the benefit of fully supported camping in close proximity to the main viewpoints. Hike forested trails, and enjoy beautiful dawn vistas at Laguna de Los Tres and Laguna Torre, getting you away from the crowds at the key moments.

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Trip type

Guided Activity

Trip length

3 Days

From

$1,100

Location

Los Glaciares

Chaltén Express: Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre - 3 Days - $1,100

Trip Summary and Itinerary Map

Day 1: Trek to Laguna de Los Tres; Poincenot Comfort Camp

Day 2: Trek to Laguna Torre; Torre Comfort Camp 

Day 3: Dawn at Cerro Torre; Hike Pliegue Tombado Hill by Agachonas Pass

Start from El Chaltén and end at El Chaltén

Landmarks visited on Chaltén Express: Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre

Operator's Itinerary

Day 1: Trek to Laguna de Los Tres; Poincenot Comfort Camp

This trek is one of the highlights in the area. You'll start from El Chaltén on a forest trail that climbs gently to reach the Glacier Piedras Blancas viewpoint. You'll stop here for a short break to soak up the view of the hanging glacier.

After more gentle ascending, you'll start a challenging, one-hour section of steep ascent to Laguna de Los Tres. All your effort is rewarded by stunning views from the top—seeing Mount Fitz Roy, its satellite mountains and the valley you've just walked along. If the weather allows, you'll have your picnic lunch at the lagoon.

You'll then start the descent to Poincenot Comfort Camp, your home for the night (with more views of the Fitz Roy massif!)

Length of hike: 6-7hrs, 12km 
Meals: Box lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Poincenot Comfort Camp 


Day 2: Trek to Laguna Torre; Torre Comfort Camp 

Perhaps get up very early this morning to capture some sunrise shots of Fitz Roy in its beautiful hues of red. After breakfast, you'll get back on the trail, trekking past the beautiful Madre and Hija lagoons, before descending into the Torre Valley. This glacial valley is loved by geologists and photographers for its perfect shape. At the end of the valley, you'll reach Laguna Torre, its glacier and the famous Cerro Torre – one of the most difficult mountains in the world to climb. Sometimes icebergs are floating on the lagoon that have broken off Glacier Torre.

The Fitz Roy River begins flowing from Laguna Torre and there is a Tyrolean rope here that is used by climbers to access the mountains they aim to climb. You'll also have a chance to visit the D'Agostini Campground where many famous climbers have stayed.

After a picnic lunch at the lagoon, you'll trek to Torre Comfort Camp - your second assisted campground with shared communal domes and your private tents ready and waiting for you. 

Length of hike: 6hrs, 10km
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Torre Comfort Camp 


Day 3: Dawn at Cerro Torre; Hike Pliegue Tombado Hill by Agachonas Pass

Rise early to see Cerro Torre with its dawn glow, just an easy walk from the campsite. After returning to the camp for breakfast you'll head south up to the exposed Agachonas Pass from where you'll feel Patagonia's wildest winds and take in some of its most memorable panoramic views encompassing glacial mountain peaks, turquoise blue lagoons and the vast Patagonia steppe stretching off into the distance.

From the exposed pass, you'll head down into the forested valley of Toro before returning to El Chaltén via the Toro Valley. Today's hike allows you to experience one of the area's most rewarding and lesser-known hiking trails.

Length of hike: 9-10hrs, 18km, 700 metres of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch

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Prices, Departures and Inclusions

Additional Notes

Shorter itinerary - You can shorten this trek by a day returning to El Chaltén on the afternoon of day 2 rather than continuing on to Torre Comfort Camp. The price would be from USD $775 per person.

Self-guided versions - Both the two and three-day programs are available as supported self-guided. You trek on your own but can use the comfort camp services. Get in touch for more information.

El Chaltén Hiking Fees - As of November 2024, a new entrance fee for Los Glaciares National Park was introduced for anyone hiking in the El Chaltén area. We and our local operators cannot purchase the entrance fee on your behalf so you will need to buy it in advance (from 4 months before your trip) via an online form. We can offer more guidance once booked but it will be your responsibility to ensure you have paid the required fee.

Includes

  • Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 box lunches, 2 dinners
  • Accommodation: 1 night camping (tent) at Poincenot Comfort Camp and 1 night at Torre Comfort Camp; sleeping bag and mat included at both
  • Mountain guide
  • Group camping and cooking equipment
  • National Park Entrance Fees (excluding Los Glaciares North/El Chaltén - see additional notes)
  • English and Spanish-speaking guide

Excludes

  • Meals not included in itinerary
  • Transport
  • Drinks during lunch or dinner
  • Any extra/optional excursions
  • Personal equipment (see our recommended kit list)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities/tips
  • International and domestic/in-country flights
  • Any visa, passport and vaccination expenses
  • Los Glaciares North/El Chaltén - National Park Entrance Fees

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