Argentina Classic Patagonia Private Hiking Tour

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Follow riverside trails to Laguna Torre and marvel at its magnificent mountain backdrop
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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Luciano C.

Lucho lives in El Chalten, Argentina, at the base of the Fitz Roy Massif. He is a certified professional AAGM (Argentinean Association of Mountain Guides) mountain and trekking guide and for over 20 years has been involved in many types of outdoor expeditions in Patagonia and beyond. He has been to the summit of Cerro Fitz Roy, traversed the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, climbed in Bolivia's Cordillera Real, climbed in the Swiss Alps and in the Yosemite Valley of California. Lucho is also an avid skier, kayaker, and photographer.

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Enjoy a day trip into the southern end of UNESCO-listed Los Glaciares National Park to see the renowned Perito Moreno glacier. At this very active glacier, a 200-foot-high headwall continually calves massive blocks of ice into the lake with a thunderous roar - an awesome spectacle of nature\'s power at work. Admire the amazing glacier from different viewpoints on a 2-mile guided footbridge walk. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant overlooking the glacier before returning to El Calafate for the remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure.
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After breakfast, set out on a drive to the mountain village of El Chalten in the heart of Patagonia. Marvel at scenic views of Lago Argentino and Lago Viedma, with their rugged mountain backdrops, at viewpoints along the way. Settle into the Laguna Condor Cabañas on the banks of the Rio de Las Vueltas and enjoy dinner.
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Accommodations

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Accommodations range from comfortable hotels with modern amenities to scenic mountain cabins.

Hotel Posada Los Alamos-El Calafate

Comfortable Hotel

Posada Los Alamos is a grand red-bricked hotel, surrounded by soaring poplar trees, in the heart of El Calafate. It's 144 comfortable rooms, with either garden or mountain views, are pleasantly furnished and come with modern amenities. Choose to unwind with a game of golf or a treatment at the hotel's Humus Spa, and enjoy dinner at La Posta restaurant.

Destino Sur Hotel de Montana & Spa

Comfortable Hotel

Located just steps from the main street of town yet close to trailheads, Destino Sur offers both convenience and an escape to nature. Each room is colorfully decorated and equipped with wooden furniture, a king-size bed, and lots of amenities. Indulge in a spa massage, or relax in the sauna or Jacuzzi.

Laguna Condor Cabanas

Rustic Lodging

These wilderness cabanas are located in a private forest setting about 10 miles north of El Chalten. The cozy timber lodge is built on the shore of Rio de Las Vueltas and boasts unique views of Fitz Roy's north face. The fabulous dining room exudes a warm feel, just right for those Patagonian nights.

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