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Fitz Roy Expediciones · El Chaltén, Patagonia

Guided hikes in El Chaltén, since 1995

We head out almost every day to Laguna de los Tres and Laguna Torre, and run multi-day crossings to Estancia Cristina. We live in town.Laguna de los Tres, Laguna Torre and crossings to Estancia Cristina. We live in town.

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AAGM-certified guides · since 1995 · groups of up to 8

The classics

The two hikes everyone comes to El Chaltén for, and the sunrise version.

More day treks

Viewpoints, glaciers and quieter valleys. All guided, groups of up to 8.

Multi-day crossings

Camping, shared loads and the passes of the Ice Field. For people who already hike.

A night in the mountains

Packages with hotel and transfers

Hotel or camp, transfers and your private guide. One price.

We also do

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Departures calendar

Departures open for booking. Groups of up to 8 people. If your date is not here, write to us: it usually works out.

Group departuresMulti-day · from USD 890

When are you coming?

These days: 25 departures

Upcoming packages

THU 07 JANThorwood and Poincenot base camps3 days·USD 1,580 USD 1,280In discountGROUPTHU 17 DECLaguna Torre + Poincenot Camp + Laguna de los Tres Sunrise Trek2 days·USD 890·GROUPYOUR DATEFitz Roy and Cerro Torre4 days·from USD 1,190·PRIVATESee all packages →

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Day treks

Guided trekking in El Chaltén

From the two classics, Laguna Torre and Laguna de los Tres, to the high viewpoints and Cerro Madsen. Groups of up to 8, with guides from town.

  1. Laguna de los Tres

    19.6 km+890 m8 to 10 hDemanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Fri 13 Nov · open for booking

    USD 228Book
  2. Laguna Torre

    16.6 km+500 m7 to 8 hModerate

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Thu 19 Nov · open for booking

    USD 203Book
  3. Laguna de los Tres Sunrise Trek

    19.6 km+890 m8 to 10 hDemanding

    Next: Fri 20 Nov · open for booking

    USD 295Book
  4. Loma del Pliegue Tumbado

    16.6 km+1,040 m8 to 9 hDemanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Sat 14 Nov · open for booking

    USD 225Book
  5. Loma de las Pizarras

    21.9 km+1,390 m10 to 12 hDemanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Wed 18 Nov · open for booking

    USD 265Book
  6. Cerro Madsen

    23.1 km+1,420 m10 to 11 hVery demanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    USD 425Book
  7. Paso del Cuadrado

    21.5 km+1,350 m10 to 11 hVery demanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Price on requestBook
  8. Lago del Desierto and Huemul Glacier

    3.4 km+230 m6 to 8 hEasy

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Wed 18 Nov · open for booking

    Price on requestBook
  9. Cerro Torre to Fitz Roy

    24.9 km+1,090 m9 to 11 hDemanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Fri 20 Nov · open for booking

    USD 270Book
  10. Mirador de las Águilas

    6.2 km+150 m2 to 3 hEasy

    Trail conditions: Good ·

    Next: Thu 19 Nov · open for booking

    USD 100Book
  11. Laguna Torre and Mirador Maestri

    20.4 km+660 m8 to 9 hModerate to demanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Tue 17 Nov · open for booking

    USD 250Book
  12. Eléctrico Valley and Piedra del Fraile

    14.2 km+150 m6 to 7 hModerate

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Sat 14 Nov · open for booking

    USD 250Book
  13. Laguna Pollone

    22.1 km+380 m9 to 10 hDemanding

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Thu 19 Nov · open for booking

    USD 270Book
  14. Piedras Blancas Glacier

    9.9 km+220 m4 to 5 hModerate

    Trail conditions: Take care ·

    Next: Sun 15 Nov · open for booking

    USD 180Book
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A day with us

A day at Laguna de los Tres, stretch by stretch

  1. 018:00 · km 0.6 · 455 m

    We set off

    We meet at 8 and drive to the Río Eléctrico bridge, where the trail starts.

  2. 02km 7.1 · 734 m

    The Río Blanco valley

    Lenga forest and a gentle climb. The group sets the pace: we stop for a photo, some water, or just to look.

  3. 03km 9.2 · 1165 m

    The moraine

    The last kilometre and a half is the steep climb. Slowly, with breaks.

  4. 04km 9.3 · 1162 m

    Laguna de los Tres

    At the top the lake appears with Fitz Roy right above it. We eat there if the wind allows.

  5. 05km 19.4 · 408 m

    Back down

    We walk down past Laguna Capri to town. Between 8 and 10 hours in all.

Standing on a rock in the lake, facing the massif

The guides

Local guides we have worked with for many years, all bilingual. Each tells you a different part: the climbers, the forest and its animals, the ice, the pioneers.

4,6out of 5 on Tripadvisor · 15 reviewsRead →

Live

The mountain logbook

What people who walked with us write. Every Google or Tripadvisor review links to the original.

5.0

8 reviews · Google · Tripadvisor

  1. GOn Google ↗

    We spent nearly two weeks in El Chaltén, and our experiences with Fitz Roy Expediciones were among the highlights of our trip to Argentina. From our very first contact, Josefina was incredibly helpful, thoughtful, and professional. She took the time to understand what we were looking for and helped us plan a great mix of classic hikes and quieter, less-traveled routes. Her flexibility and attention to detail made the entire experience feel personal and well organized. We particularly enjoyed our hikes to Laguna de los Tres and Laguna Pollone. The scenery was spectacular, but what we appreciated most was the opportunity to explore at our own pace, enjoy the peace and solitude of the wilderness, and learn more about this extraordinary region. A special thanks to our guide Jeremías, whose professionalism, patience, and friendly company made our time on the trails even more enjoyable. We also had the pleasure of meeting Josefina in person and sharing tea and some wonderful conversations. It was a lovely personal touch that made our stay even more memorable. What sets Fitz Roy Expediciones apart is their genuine care for their guests and their passion for Patagonia. We would highly recommend them to anyone visiting El Chaltén, especially those looking for a more personal and meaningful outdoor experience. Thank you, Josefina, Jeremías, and the entire team!

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    Zhou VictorChina

    Another trek · October 2026 · with Jeremias

  2. WOn WeTravel ↗

    This day out with bus .. boat …4x4 up to the viewing point of the Upsala glacier followed by the 13km hike down the fossil canyon was amazing , the 2 guides excellent, the colours of the rock , the condors , this one of our best and highly recommend, but you do have to be fit or you will miss the boat back !

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    Graeme B

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

  3. GOn Google ↗

    Una de esas experiencias únicas en al vida, el Fitz Roy es una belleza natural y e sun privilegio poder admirarlo de cerca. Mil Gracias a Jeremías, un gran guía, con mucha información para compartir, amigable y atento con todos los del grupo. Muy buena organización.

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    Geronimo Serrano

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026 · with Jeremias

  4. WOn WeTravel ↗

    I had a great time! Sasha is a really good guide! Thank you so much! I highly reccomende

    Yvette R

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

  5. TOn Tripadvisor ↗

    Awesome adventure with Fitz Roy for a group of eight from NZ. From the great communications and organisation provided by Carolina, to the guiding expertise of Pablo (Equa) and Antonio (Tony). We had the best time in an amazing location - the highlight of a 3.5 week trip to South Amercia IMHO! The organisation, leadership, expertise, communication, comradery, and laughter were just outstanding. We started off as clients, and left as friends! Muy bueno!! Thanks so much 😀 DW (Parawai Tramping Club - New Zealand).

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    Bl*ody AwesomeNew Zealand

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

  6. TOn Tripadvisor ↗

    Durante 3 días, Sol Giadorou de Fitz Roy Expediciones fue una guía absolutamente maravillosa para mi esposa y para mí. Como guía, ella es informada, paciente y flexible. Como persona, es una de las personas más impresionantes que hemos conocido. Amable, enérgico, cálido, divertido, y lleno de vida. Mi esposa me convenció para contratar un guía, y fue una gran decisión. Sol y El Chaltén fueron los aspectos más destacados de nuestro viaje a la Patagonia.

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    Greg S

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

  7. GOn Google ↗

    Saha nuestro guía Josefina asesora de viaje encantada de haber disfrutado con ustedes esta experiencia

    Laura Correa

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

  8. GOn Google ↗

    ¡Una experiencia absolutamente maravillosa e inolvidable! La excursión a la Laguna de los Tres fue uno de los momentos más especiales de mi viaje a Argentina. Los paisajes son espectaculares, pero lo que hizo que el día fuera aún más especial fue nuestro guía, Denis. ¡Muchísimas gracias, Denis, por tu pasión, tu amabilidad y tu energía! Nos contaste un montón de cosas interesantes, nos ayudaste a descubrir y comprender mejor la montaña y la naturaleza, y estuviste pendiente de nosotros durante toda la jornada. Siempre tenías una palabra amable y una sonrisa, y además nos preparaste algunas sorpresas inolvidables al llegar arriba. ¡Momentos que me llevaré para siempre en el corazón! Se nota cuando alguien ama lo que hace y disfruta compartiéndolo con los demás. Denis, ¡eres un guía increíble! Recomiendo Fitz Roy Expediciones al 100 %. Si tenéis la suerte de hacer esta excursión con Denis, viviréis una experiencia aún más especial. ¡Gracias de todo corazón por este día mágico y, sobre todo, gracias, Denis!

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    Manon Lamarque

    Laguna de los Tres · October 2026

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Expeditions

Multi-day expeditions

Several days through valleys where you hardly meet anyone, with tents and food taken care of. They end at Estancia Cristina or on Lago Viedma.

Solid line: our own tracks. White dots: Guanaco to Cristina, main places only; we will add the track once we record it.

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  1. Helsingfors to Estancia Cristina

    4 days≈ 44 km↑ 1,019 m

    Four days far from roads and huts, from the shore of Lago Viedma to Estancia Cristina.

    Groups: 3 to 6 Mar

    USD 4,500See the trek
  2. Guanaco to Estancia Cristina

    5 days

    Five days from the Río Guanaco valley, over Paso Sombrero, to arrive at Estancia Cristina on foot.

    USD 4,500See the trek
  3. Huemul Circuit

    4 days≈ 38 km+ 35 km by boat↑ 1,403 m

    The circuit around Cerro Huemul in four days, beside the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.

    Groups: 20 to 23 Nov11 to 14 Jan7 to 10 Mar

    USD 1,282See the trek
  4. Laguna Toro

    2 days≈ 32 km↑ 1,077 m

    No, not Laguna Torre: the other one, the lake hardly anyone knows. While the whole of Chaltén queues for the Fitz Roy photo, you head the other way.

    Groups: 16 to 17 Nov23 to 24 Nov30 to 1 Dec

    USD 650See the trek

Pre-registration is free. Once the group minimum is confirmed we ask for the deposit.

Before you go

Wind and weather in El Chaltén

Wind rules in Chaltén. See it now in town, at Laguna de los Tres and at summit height, and how it looks for the next three days.

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The Camp Poincenot dome at dusk, among the lenga trees

Los Glaciares National Park · 735 m

Camp Poincenot

A night below Fitz Roy with your tent up when you arrive. A hot dinner, an empty valley, and in the morning you walk up to Laguna de los Tres at first light.

To the lake
2,3 km · +430 m
Ready
Tent, bag, dinner, breakfast
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Alberto Del Castillo looking over Lago Argentino, near Estancia Cristina
Alberto Del Castillo looking over Lago Argentino, near Estancia Cristina

About us

About us

Alberto Del Castillo came to El Chaltén in 1985, the year the town was founded. He is a mountain guide and today chairs Estancia Cristina.

In 1995 we started Fitz Roy Expediciones. Since then we have walked these trails in every season, with small groups and guides from town.

  1. 1985Alberto arrives in El Chaltén, the year the town is founded.
  2. 1995Fitz Roy Expediciones starts.
  3. TodayTreks almost every day, groups of up to 8 and crossings to Estancia Cristina.
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El Chaltén, our way

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What people ask us most

What if the weather is bad on the day of the trek?

Weather is part of the Patagonian experience. Here it changes every day: it may rain for a while in the morning or the afternoon, there may be a breeze or a strong wind. The treks go ahead anyway. In the months we operate we do not call off treks for bad weather: the date we agree is the date we go. This is not about being careless with safety. We walk this area all year and know it well. Most of the trails are sheltered from the wind; some stretches are more exposed, and our guides, all of them experienced, know how to walk them. A strong wind does not stop you walking in the mountains, and the guide leads you so the day is still a good one. If it starts raining during the hike, we keep going: we do not turn back halfway. Group treks cannot be left halfway; if you want the option to come back early, we recommend a private trek. The only exception is in the months close to winter: if a very heavy snowfall comes that very day, for safety we do not go out and we move the trek to the next day. It happens very rarely.

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What happens when you book

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  1. 01Written confirmationYour place is confirmed once we receive payment and send you the confirmation.
  2. 02Meeting point and timeThey come with the confirmation. Depending on the trek, we meet in town or pick you up.
  3. 03What to bringWe send you the list: hiking boots with good grip, warm layers, a waterproof jacket, water and food.
  4. 04If the weather says noWe still go in rain or wind, within the Park’s safety rules. Only a very heavy snowfall near winter moves the trek to the next day.
  5. 05If you need to cancel30 days or more before: full refund; 15 to 29 days: 50%; under 15 days: no refund.

Contact

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