El Chaltén + Lago del Desierto: Navigation and Trekking to the Vespignani Glacier

The most complete tour to El Chaltén. Combine your visit to the mountain village with sailing on the Desert Lake and trekking to Vespignani Glacier.

Lago del Desierto is a hidden paradise 37km from El Chaltén, with emerald waters and unique views of Fitz Roy. You sail across the lake and then trek to the hanging glacier.

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ARS 260.000 per passenger

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• About the tour

  El Chaltén Full Day Itinerary + Lago del Desierto

  At the start of the tour, we will pick you up from your hotel in El Calafate and head towards the legendary Route 40 in the direction of El Chaltén. During the journey, we will travel along the shores of Lake Argentino, cross the Santa Cruz River and the La Leona River, and continue along the shores of Lake Viedma, always with the Andes Mountains as a backdrop.

  Pick-up by the hotel

  Departure from El Calafate

  Arrival at El Chaltén

  Departure towards Desert Lake

  Desert Lake Navigation

  Vespignani Glacier Trek

  Return to El Chaltén

  Return to El Calafate

  Included in the Tour

  Pick-up at the hotel in El Calafate and trip to El Chaltén

  At the start of the tour, we will pick you up from your hotel in El Calafate and head towards the legendary Route 40 in the direction of El Chaltén. During the journey, we will travel along the shores of Lake Argentino, cross the Santa Cruz and La Leona Rivers, and continue along the shores of Lake Viedma, always with the Andes Mountains as a backdrop.

  Change of vehicle and route to Desert Lake:

  Upon arriving in the center of El Chaltén, we will change vehicles for a 37 km journey through the Las Vueltas River Canyon towards Lago del Desierto (Desert Lake). Along the way, we will stop at scenic viewpoints offering views of Mount Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and other breathtaking landscapes.

  Navigation on Desert Lake and trekking towards the Vespignani Glacier

  Once we reach Lago del Desierto (Desert Lake), we'll embark on a one-hour boat trip across this beautiful body of water, surrounded by mountains and glaciers. Halfway across the lake, we'll disembark for a trek to the Vespignani Glacier. Although the weather may make some trails challenging, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a stunning ecosystem for two hours.

  Return to El Chaltén and return to El Calafate

  After the self-guided trek, we will return to El Chaltén, where you will be met again by your guide. Then, we will board the vehicle to continue the return journey to your hotels in El Calafate.

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  • Tour Details

    Duration

    Full 12-hour workday.

    Please note that the pick-up time at your hotel may vary by up to 30 minutes.

    Difficulty level

    Medium difficulty.

    It is important to mention that the tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not adapted for people with reduced mobility.

    Age

    All ages.

    Recommended for ages 5 and up.

  • Recommendations

    Bring comfortable, warm clothing, a waterproof jacket, gloves, a warm hat, and comfortable shoes appropriate for the activity. The weather may change significantly compared to the weather in town.

  • Includes

    Transfer from your hotel. Lunch. Bilingual guide. Boat trip on Desert Lake. Trek to Vespignani Glacier.

  • Does not include
    • Access to Huemul Glacier.
  • Climatic Conditions
    • This tour is conducted normally under all weather conditions, except in case of heavy snowfall that may compromise passenger safety.