El Chalten Full Day to Lago del Desierto & Glaciar Vespignani
Description
The excursion begins early in the morning from El Calafate. We take the mythic Route 40, that goes along the Argentino Lake up to La Leona river. We will pass by the canyon with the same name “Cañadón La Leona” and after 1.15 h ride we will make a short stop at an ancient route hotel "La Leona", almost a museum of the Route 40. Our trip continues along the Lake Viedma, from where we will have magical views of glaciers, hidden lakes and the overpowering presence of the Mount Fitz Roy. After arriving at Chalten we continue our ride to Lago del Desierto taking the route that borders the Río de las Vueltas taking us deeper into the Lengas and Nires forest. The road ends after one hour ride and 37 kms up to the North arriving at Lago del Desierto. From the pier Punta Sur we'll take a 20 minute boat ride to the natural reserve Vespignani from where 3 self-guided paths take us to the best miradors of Vespignani Glacier and the north face of Mount Fitz Roy.
Tour Options
Itinerary
STOP AT PANORAMIC VIEWS
VISIT AND CROSS THE TOWN
WE WILL NAVIGATE FROM THE SOUTH MARGIN OF THE LAKE TO THE RESERVE OF THE GLACIER VESPIGNANI
PANORAMIC VIEW FROM THE BOAT
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up is done with several vehicles for a quick pick up. There is though a marge of 20-30 minutes to visit all hotels. Please wait for our arrival at the lobby of your hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(6)
Great tour to visit the area just north of Glaciers National Park. Transfer from El Calafate to El Cheltan in a large van/bus. Our guide, Sandra, gave details of the region, flora and fauna, geology and glaciation. Brief visit to El Chalten then transfer to a van for a 45 minutes drive on a gravel road. Stop for a short hike to a beautiful waterfall. Once arriving at Lago Desierto time for a brief hike on the trails by the boat dock. 20-30 minute cruise on the lake to the main hiking trailhead. Multiple glaciers are visible. If conditions permit you will see the Fitz Roy peak (300+ days a year shrouded in clouds). At the trailhead an orientation is given (in English and Spanish) regarding the hiking trails, views, and time requirements. Amazing hike through the forest. Several viewpoints of the glacier. Some trails are very steep. Trails are well marked. Beverages and cookies are served at the end of the hike. After transfer back on the boat. Then back on the van for the same gravel Road. In El Chalten transfer back to El Calafate in a larger van/bus.
We listened to the very out of place and contemptuous comments that our guide Sandra made regarding people. For example saying "those old people" for older people who were waiting outside the transport. When combining different excursions, the explanations of where each group would go and where to meet again were not clear.
Great tour! Amazing people of Southroad. Very recommendable!!!! Great views throughout the tour. Hope to be back soon!!!!!!
