The tour offers views of the Andes Mountains and glacier accumulation zone, towards the Boca del Diablo (the narrowest part of the lake, heading to the Upsala channel) and depending on weather conditions we might be able to observe Fitz Roy and Torre mountains in El Chaltén.
With two daily departures, the excursion starts from the hotels of El Calafate and completes a journey of 35 kilometers. The trail takes us through landscapes and reaches up to 1050 meters above sea level. The first stop is a natural viewpoint where passengers enjoy a panoramic view of El Calafate and Lake Argentino.
In the background, the unforgettable and imposing framework of the Andes Mountains, and from time to time, during the route, clients will enjoy views of the glaciers, towards Boca del Diablo (the narrowest part of the lake, towards the Upsala arm). Sometimes it is possible to see the Condor, master of the Patagonian skies.
We take a snack at Huyliche restaurant and from there we start the descent down the northern slope of the hill to the Mexican Hats. A curious iron concretion that is only found in four places in the world. We return to El Calafate enjoying views of Argentino Lake.
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Duration: 3-4 hours.
Operational days: daily departures. AM & PM tours*.
Shared basis.
Includes: transportation, snack or lunch, guide and 4 x 4 ride.
NOTES: *as there are two different schedules, below we detail them, together on what they include.
- AM: Includes transfer from El Calafate, lunch, Stone Labyrinth + panoramic views of the city.
- PM: Includes transfer from El Calafate, snack, stone labyrinth, Stone Labyrinth + panoramic views of the city.
From December to March, there are two PM departures.
Difficulty level: low.
Total distance covered: 13 km/ 8 miles.
Maximum pax per day, per shift: 20 people.
