Southern / Austral Patagonia
Patagonia Iconic Trek: Guided Group Departure through El Chaltén and El Calafate
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Chaltén, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Patagonia Iconic Trek: Guided Group Departure through El Chaltén and El Calafate is a hiking and trekking, boating, birdwatching, and rural tourism experience in Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Chaltén, Santa Cruz, Argentina, available in spring and summer. It is offered by Say Hueque Patagonia S.R.L (EVT 11320), a member provider of the Asociación Argentina de Ecoturismo y Turismo Aventura (AAETAV). Includes 3 nights in El Calafate and 4 in El Chaltén (Comfort category), daily breakfast, dinners on days 1 and 6, box lunch on days 3 and 5, private group transfers to/from the airport, and guided activities included in the itinerary.
About the experience
Trekking in a small group (8 to 16 people) along the most iconic trails in Patagonia: Laguna de los Tres, Reserva Huemules, a condor viewpoint, and Perito Moreno with a nautical safari. Designed for active travelers and those exploring solo, with a local guide throughout the entire trip.
Guided group departure of 8 days (December 13–20, 2026), with another edition — 'Patagonia Essentials' — of 10 days in March 2027.
- Day 1: arrival in El Calafate, transfer to the hotel, and welcome dinner.
- Day 2: transfer to El Chaltén and hike to the Cóndores y Águilas viewpoint.
- Day 3: full-day excursion to Laguna de los Tres, with a final ascent of around 400 m and views of Fitz Roy.
- Day 4: free day or optional via ferrata at Estancia Bonanza.
- Day 5: Reserva Natural Huemules.
- Day 6: return to El Calafate and visit to Galpón del Glaciar with a cattle-herding and sheep-shearing demonstration.
- Day 7: Perito Moreno with walkways and a 1-hour nautical safari; dinner at Rancho Aparte.
- Day 8: transfer to El Calafate airport.
Optional: mini-trekking on Glaciar Perito Moreno.
What's included and what's not
Includes
- 3 nights in El Calafate and 4 in El Chaltén (Comfort category)
- Daily breakfast, dinners on days 1 and 6, and box lunch on days 3 and 5
- Private group transfers and to/from the airport
- Guided activities included in the itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Local guide throughout the entire trip
Not included
- Domestic or international flights
- Travel or medical insurance
- Meals not mentioned
- Tips
- Optional activities
Frequently asked questions
Where does Patagonia Iconic Trek: Guided Group Departure through El Chaltén and El Calafate take place?
It takes place in Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Chaltén, Santa Cruz, Argentina (Southern / Austral Patagonia region).
What activities does the experience include?
The activities are: hiking and trekking, boating, birdwatching and rural tourism.
In which season is it available?
It is available in spring and summer.
What is included?
Included: 3 nights in El Calafate and 4 in El Chaltén (Comfort category); Daily breakfast, dinners on days 1 and 6, and box lunch on days 3 and 5; Private group transfers and to/from the airport; Guided activities included in the itinerary; Park entrance fees; Local guide throughout the entire trip.
What is not included?
Not included: Domestic or international flights; Travel or medical insurance; Meals not mentioned; Tips; Optional activities.
How can I check availability and rates?
Rates and availability are checked directly with Say Hueque Patagonia S.R.L (EVT 11320), an AAETAV member, via WhatsApp using the "More information" button.
Last updated: October 21, 2026
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