LAGO DEL DESIERTO: NAVIGATION OR TREKK GLACIER HUEMUL – HALF DAY
fromEl Chaltén
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- Vacation Style Holiday TypeAdventure, Bird Watching, Budget, Camping, Charming, Classic, Climbing, Family-friendly, Forest, Hiking, Ice Trekking, Lake, Mountain, Quiet, Romantic, Rural, Seaside, Trekking, Trendy
- Activity Level Leisurely
- Group Size Medium Group
A unique excursion, where you can enjoy one of the most rugged areas of Patagonia. This is a different option where we can interpret nature, take many photos, visit historic sites and observe native flora and fauna in the area. In this excursion we have the option to sail on Lago del Desierto or make a trek to the Huemul glacier and its lagoon. For lunch we will enjoy a “Picada Argentina” (Mix of different cheeses, meat, olives, and bread), some of the best products from Argentina, and of course, enjoy a good wine.
We will leave El Chaltén at approximately 10 am and take the mountain gravel road (RP 23) northbound for 40 km. While driving along the road, we will pass through spectacular landscapes such as the valley of Río de Las Vueltas, framed by the Cordón de Los Cóndores.
Shortly after we will begin to enjoy the amazing view of some glaciers such as the Eléctrico, Piedras Blancas, and Cagliero. We can also see the Marconi glacier, the gateway to the Southern Continental Ice Field. As we move forward through the dense forest, we will cross many streams that turn into rivers and that run under historical bridges.
We will also make a stop at the beautiful Cóndor Lake to do some bird watching. Other waterfalls along the way will invite us to stop: The first being El Salto del Anillo, for a souvenir photo. The next is Salto Argentino where torrent ducks can be observed. We also have an option to stop at a landmark that tells the history of the area.
Once we arrive at Lago del Desierto, we will have two options:
1) Trekking to the Huemul glacier and lake and marvel at the charming forest and hanging glacier located at the lake. Self-guided trekk.
2) Sailing on Lago del Desierto and admiring the valley where it’s located and a different view of the north face of Fitz Roy.
After a short walk we will return to our vehicle and head back to El Chaltén arriving at 16 hs.
Difficulty: Easy
Experience Required: No previous experience required
Durartion: 5 hours.
-Regular tour departs everyday, from October to April, at 11.00 am.
-Private tour departure schedule is coordinated previously with the passenger depending on their availability.
- Pick up and Drop off at your hotel.
- Meals;
- Mountain guide;
- Tips.