Arrival and reception at the airport. If you have time, do not miss the visit to the Glaciarium, one of the few glaciological interpretation centres in the world.
Meal: No Meal
Today we visit the Perito Moreno Glacier, inside Los Glaciares National Park, but from a different perspective, getting closer to the ice. To do this we make a navigation that allows us to cross the Brazo Rico and disembark on the opposite coast, from where we begin a walk to the south wall of the Glacier. Once next to the ice it will be time to enjoy its varied blues, whites and whimsical shapes. At the end we enjoy the walkways and then return to El Calafate.
Meal: Breakfast
In the morning, departure towards El Chalten, through the mythical Route 40. Once we reached the village we continued for 27 kms to the Glacier Refuge, a private nature reserve in the heart of the Río de las Vueltas Valley. A conservation project with thousands of hectares dedicated to science and nature tourism.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Upon arrival a host will greet you and then through a chat we will plan the next days of your stay. Sendero Rio de las Vuelta’s: Enjoy the meandering river trail with 360-degree views to enjoy the best-known landscapes of the area. Milodon Lagoon: A trail that runs 6 km to reach the Milodon Lagoon where you can appreciate a wide valley flanked by hills and glaciers. Cagliero East Glacier - Laguna Rosa: A hike through a lenga forest to reach the Arroyo del Puesto and Laguna Rosa that will allow us to admire a breathtaking view of the glacier.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Upon arrival a host will greet you and then through a chat we will plan the next days of your stay. Sendero Rio de las Vuelta’s: Enjoy the meandering river trail with 360-degree views to enjoy the best-known landscapes of the area. Milodon Lagoon: A trail that runs 6 km to reach the Milodon Lagoon where you can appreciate a wide valley flanked by hills and glaciers. Cagliero East Glacier - Laguna Rosa: A hike through a lenga forest to reach the Arroyo del Puesto and Laguna Rosa that will allow us to admire a breathtaking view of the glacier.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
In the morning, departure to the southern tip of Lago del Desierto. Our final destination will be Aguas Arriba Lodge, a privileged site with incredible views of the north face of Fitz Roy and the Vespignani Glacier. There we will receive our luggage while we start a 3-hour hike to the lodge. Once we arrive, we replenish our strength with a Patagonian lunch.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Days dedicated to enjoy the activities of the lodge, which are: Punta Norte & Hito Fronterizo: After walking 3 hours, it is possible to reach Punta Norte. Once at the police checkpoint, we are able to arrive at Larga Lagoon and the Chilean Border. Fitz Roy Viewpoints: This is the area surrounding the lodge; there are more or less long distances with great diversity and contrasts. Suspension Glaciers: only on days when the lake tide is calm, it is possible to cruise the west shore of Del Desierto Lake. You can hike along the shore of the lake. Fly fishing: With previous reservation and extra cost.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Days dedicated to enjoy the activities of the lodge, which are: Punta Norte & Hito Fronterizo: After walking 3 hours, it is possible to reach Punta Norte. Once at the police checkpoint, we are able to arrive at Larga Lagoon and the Chilean Border. Fitz Roy Viewpoints: This is the area surrounding the lodge; there are more or less long distances with great diversity and contrasts. Suspension Glaciers: only on days when the lake tide is calm, it is possible to cruise the west shore of Del Desierto Lake. You can hike along the shore of the lake. Fly fishing: With previous reservation and extra cost.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Departure from the lodge to El Chalten to continue the trip to El Calafate.
Meal: Breakfast
-Needed transfers.
-Accommodation: 8 nights El Calafate (2) –Gleciers Refuge- El Chaltén (3) - Aguas Arriba (3).
-Tours: El Calafate: Blue Safari. El Chaltén: Lodge activities.
-Meals: 8 breakfasts - 6 lunches - 6 dinners.
-Needed ticket to the National Park.
Flight tickets and airport taxes.
Extra: Meals, drinks, tips, laundry service, telephone call and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Early check in / late check out.
Optional activities.
Gratuities.
Travel and medical insurance.
Hotels Used Or Similar
EL CALAFATE - POSADA DE LOS ALAMOS
EL CHALTEN - REFUGIO DE GLACIARES
LAGO DEL DESIERTO - AGUAS ARRIBAS
SEASON: NOVEMBER - MARCH
Operational note:
Day 9: The trail from Del Desierto Lake to El Calafate takes 5 hours; we suggest a flight after 5 PM.
THE TARIFFS MAY BE MODIFIED IN THE WINTER HOLIDAYS PERIOD, LONG WEEK-ENDS, NATIONAL HOLIDAY, FESTIVE SEASON (FRON DEC 23ST TO JAN 4TH),
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
PLEASE, ASK THE MINIMUM OF NIGHTS AND MANDATORY DINNERS.
Basic concepts
1. Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the required flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling.
2. Lodging tax exemption. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
3. Meals as specified in the itinerary.
4. Tickets to natural reserves, national parks and museums.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RATES QUOTED FOR ACCOMMODATION IN ARGENTINA (EXCEPT USHUAIA AND HOTELS WITH SPECIAL TAX CATEGORY), DO NOT INCLUDE VAT ACCORDING TO THE REGULATION OF VAT EXEMPTION FOR EVERY PERSON RESIDENT IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ORDER TO GET THE VAT EXEMPTION AS QUOTED WE WILL NEED TO RECEIVE COPY OF THE PASSPORTS FOR ALL PASSENGERS.
SERVICES AND PRICES NOT INCLUDED, ARE UPON REQUEST.
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
ENTRANCES FEES TO NATIONAL PARKS ARE NOT INCLUDED UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
HALF BOARD AND FULL BOARD SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Notes:
Activities are provided with Spanish and English-speaking guides.
Day 2: Blue Safari is a service with restrictions. Due to the characteristics of the excursion and the terrain, and with the sole objective of preserving people's health, it is only
suitable for: People aged 6 to 70 years, without mobility difficulties, or cardiac problems or other conditions that may affect their health during the walk.
Day 3 to 9: Lodge activities are shared with other guests.
Day 4 & 5: In case of wanting to do a trek to Laguna de los Tres or Rio Eléctrico, the transfer is included.
Private services:
Entry transfers with guide. Exit transfer without guide.
Transfers from Glaciers Refuge to Lake del Desierto and from Lake del Desierto to El Chalten, private with driver only.
Regular services:
Entry transfer in El Calafate with guide.
Transfers to and from El Chalten, regular bus services.
Regular transfer from El Chalten terminal to Glaciers Refuge at a pre-established time, 1:30 PM.
Transfer from Glaciers Refuge to the Lake del Desierto area is on a regular basis without a guide, at a pre-established time.
Transfer from Lake del Desierto to El Chalten, private without guide.
Glaciers Refuge
Includes:
• Accommodation with full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Beverages not included).
• Guided trekking activities, coordinated with guests according to daily availability.
• Transfers from Chalten Terminal and vice versa at pre-established times.
Aguas Arriba:
Includes:
• Accommodation with full board and non-alcoholic drinks during meals. Meals to enjoy during the transfer check-out. Meals, picnics, on full-day trek lunches. Guided
trekking activities, coordinated with guests according to daily availability.
• Guided trekking activities, such as Punta Sur or Norte, Fitz Roy Viewpoints, among others.
• Lake entry and exit transfers at pre-set times when booking from Punta Sur Lake del Desierto (15 minutes of navigation bordering the eastern shore of the Lake).