Lago del Desierto Boat Tour & Vespignani from El Calafate
Boat tour and 2-hour hike at Lago del Desierto with transfers from El Calafate
Departures from October 1 to April 30
Briefing
Discover Lago del Desierto and Vespignani Reserve with the Lago del Desierto Boat Tour & Vespignani from El Calafate, which combines transfer, sailing and hiking in one day.
The tour starts with the pick-up at your accommodation in El Calafate to take Route 40, bordering Lake Argentino and the Santa Cruz River from the road until you reach the stop at the historic Hotel La Leona. The tour continues towards El Chaltén, bordering Lake Viedma and advancing along the Andes Mountains until you change vehicles and connect with Route 23, which leads to the southern tip of Lago del Desierto. There you will embark to sail to the Vespignani Reserve and choose between 3 self-guided trails with views of the Vespignani Glacier, the Huemul Glacier and the north face of Cerro Fitz Roy.
After the hike, you will return by boat to the southern tip to start the return trip by road to your accommodation in El Calafate.
If you prefer to do this tour departing from El Chaltén, you can book here the Lago del Desierto Boat Tour & Vespignani Glacier.
Tour details
Included
- Transfers in and out from El Calafate
- Boat trip on the desert lake
- Hiking/trekking in the Vespignani glacier reserve (choice of trail according to your energy)
- Snacks
- Professional guide (Spanish and English)
Not included
- Water and beverages
- Full lunch (recommended for the duration of the tour)
Important information
- This tour is suitable for all ages. Children under 2 years old travel for free.
- No entrance fee to the National Park is required.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation!
If you cancel at least 96 hours before the start of the tour, you will receive 100% of the amount paid. After this time, or in case of no-show, no refunds will be given.
Tour itinerary
Lago del Desierto Boat Tour & Vespignani from El Calafate
Duration: 12 hours
Difficulty: Easy or moderate-difficult depending on the chosen trekking.
Pick up in El Calafate📍
Pick up starts around 07:30 am at the hotels in El Calafate to start the departure to Route 40. Bordering Lake Argentino, Santa Cruz River and La Leona River where after 1 hour and a quarter you will arrive at Hotel Campo La Leona, where a short stop is made.
Stopover at La Leona and on the way to Lago del Desierto 🚐.
Next you will border Lago Viedma and you will be able to observe the Andes Mountains in the background. After 3 hours of riding you will arrive to the mountain village El Chalten where we will make a stop and do a change of vehicle to one more adapted to route 23 where the ride will be 37 km for about two hours.
Arrival at Punta Sur and navigation to the Vespignani Reserve 🛳️
Once you arrive at Punta Sur you embark to the Vespignani reserve. During the 20 minute sailing you will be able to see the Huemul and Vespignani Glaciers and the north face of Mount Fitz Roy.
Treeking to the Vespignani Glacier 🏔️
On arrival you will find a dome with a guide who will explain the types of trails you can do, you have 3 trails with 3 different difficulties, low, medium and high; once selected the route you will have two hours to make the journey in which in the medium and high routes you can better observe the Vespignani glacier and again the north face of Mount Fitz Roy and on the way back you can enjoy a well-deserved coffee, chocolate and cookies.
Return to El Calafate📍
Around 3:00 pm approximately you will be arriving back to Punta Sur to return to the town of El Chaltén and transfer to the vehicle for the return to Calafate where you will be dropped off around 8:00 pm.
What to bring to Lago del Desierto Boat & Vespignani from El Calafate tour
- Warm clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
- Water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Rain jacket
Where does the tour Lago del Desierto Boat & Vespignani from El Calafate start
The tour begins with pickup at your accommodation in El Calafate at 7:30 AM. Don't forget to include the name of your accommodation in the booking form.
The tour will end back at your accommodation in El Calafate around 8:00 PM.
Questions & Answers
What is the duration of the excursion?
Approximately 12 hours in total. Boat tour and time in the reserve are combined with road transfers.
How long does the trekking to Vespignani Glacier take?
About 2 hours to walk the marked trails and enjoy the environment.
Is it suitable for children and people with little experience?
Yes, as long as you choose the easy trail and can walk on natural terrain. Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.
Can I start the tour from El Chaltén?
If you’d rather join this tour starting from El Chaltén and return there at the end, book the Lago del Desierto Boat Tour & Vespignani Glacier here
Is lunch included?
The tour includes a small snack, but it is recommended to bring lunch or additional snacks.
What happens if it rains?
The tour normally operates in rainy weather, lake conditions permitting. The provider may cancel for safety reasons, offering a change of date or refund.
Do you have any doubts during the reservation?
Contact us and we will help you in the process.
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