viewpoint of the condors
Los Glaciares National Park
Parador La Leona
Fitz Roy on the way to Chalten
Chorrillo del salto waterfall
El Chaltén landscape with Fitz Roy in the background
Lagoon with Fitz Roy in the background
Travelers trekking in El Chaltén
El Chaltén Landscape
Horseback riding in El Chaltén
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Full day tour to El Chaltén from El Calafate

Discover Mirador de los Cóndores and Chorrillo del Salto.

(17 reviews)
El Calafate
1 day
English and Spanish
Starts: From your accommodation in El Calafate at 7:30 am
Ends: At your accommodation in El Calafate at 7:00 pm
Free cancellation!

Briefing

In the Full Day Chalten you will have the opportunity to discover the town of El Chalten, located in the mountains of Argentina and known as the National Capital of Trekking. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to get to know El Chalten and its nature without doing long trekking routes. A guided tour, in which you will visit Chorrillo del Salto and Mirador de los Condores and, in addition, you will have lunch in one of the town's restaurants.

A visit to El Chaltén is a must on your trip to Patagonia Do you want to know more? 😍 Here we tell you all about it 👇:

Tour details

Included

  • Private transportation to and from
  • Professional Guide
  • Lunch (according to selected option)

Not included

  • Beverages
  • Breakfast at Estancia La Leona
  • National Park Entrance

Important information

The tour includes pick up from accommodations in downtown El Calafate. If you are staying in another area, a nearby meeting point will be indicated.

Please note that the entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park is not included and must be purchased in advance through the official National Parks website at this link.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation!

If you cancel at least 48 hours before the tour starts, you will receive 100% of the amount paid. After this time, or in case of no-show, no refunds will be given.

Tour itinerary

Full Day Chalten

Duration: 10:30 hours

7:30

Pick up in El Calafate

The guide will pick you up at your hotel in El Calafate around 7:30 a.m. and start the trip to El Chaltén. On the way, the driver will make a stop at Estancia La Leona where you can have breakfast. We recommend you try one of their delicious homemade cakes.

During the trip you will have incredible views of mountainous landscapes such as Cerro Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre and also the Viedma Glacier.

Road with Fitz Roy in the background
10:30

Viewpoint of the Condors and Chorrillo del Salto.

Arriving at El Chalten we start the route to the Mirador de los Condores, a route of just over 700 meters with little slope, which will offer you incredible views of the entire town and its surroundings. The tour continues with a visit to Chorrillo del Salto, a route of less than 500 meters without any slope.

Condor viewpoint

Lunch in El Chaltén

If you have selected the option with lunch, around 2:00 pm, you will head out with the rest of the group for lunch at one of the restaurants in the village (vegetarian option available). After lunch, you will have free time to have a coffee in the village and get to know it at your own pace.

In case you did not select the lunch option when booking the tour, lunch will not be included.

El Chalten

Return to El Calafate

Around 4:00 pm you will meet up with the rest of the group to begin the return trip to El Calafate. The Full Day Chaltén will have come to an end, but you will still be able to enjoy the Argentine landscape on the way back. You will arrive at approximately 7:00 pm at your accommodation in El Calafate.

El Calafate Highway

What to bring to Full day to El Chaltén from El Calafate tour

  • Warm clothing
  • Comfortable shoes.
  • Water and snacks
  • Cash
  • Identity document (ID card, passport)

Where does the tour Full day to El Chaltén from El Calafate start

🚌 Pick up and return:

The tour starts with pick up at your accommodation in El Calafate at 7:30 am. Remember to tell us the name of your accommodation when you make your reservation. For your convenience, the tour ends at the same place at 7:00 pm.

✈️ Plan your entire trip:

Be sure to arrange your transfer to or from El Calafate Airport before or after the tour:

📍 How to get to El Calafate?

Check our complete guide and discover all the routes and transportation options to get to this amazing destination.

Questions & Answers

  • Are the hikes difficult?

    No, to get to Mirador de los Cóndores you walk a little more than 700 meters with some elevation gain. Chorrillo del Salto is a route of about 300 meters, totally flat. In addition, you will always be accompanied by a guide.

  • Does the tour include breakfast?

    Breakfast at Estancia La Leona is not included and is completely optional. On the other hand, you can select as an extra a lunch that you can eat whenever you want during the trip.

  • Where is the pick-up if I am not staying in a hotel?

    If your accommodation is not one of the main hotels in the city, we will indicate a pick-up point nearby.

  • Where can I buy the entrance ticket to the National Park?

    You can avoid unnecessary queues and waiting time by purchasing your ticket in advance here

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