Person with his back turned looking at Laguna de los Tres- Fitz Roy
Vegetation and Mt. Fritz Roy in the background
Girl on her back trekking looking at Frtiz Roy mountain in the background.
Landscape with lagoon, vegetation and snow-capped mountain of Frtiz Roy
Traveler taking photo of snow-capped Mt. Frtiz Roy
two lagoons on either side of Mount Fritz Roy
Lonely road with a view of Mount Frtiz Roy
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Mount Fitz Roy 2-Day Hike

A 2-day trekking route around Mount Fitz Roy, sleeping at Poincenot Camp

(2 reviews)
El Chaltén
2 days
Self-guided
Starts: From the meeting point in El Chalten at 11:00 a.m.
Ends: El Chaltén
Free cancellation!

Briefing

The Fitz Roy Trekking is the most famous route in the region of El Chaltén. This tour to the base of Mount Fitz Roy is a 2-day self-guided tour. The tour includes everything you need to enjoy this experience: transfer from El Chaltén, 1 night of accommodation in a tent, sleeping bag and food (breakfast, 2 lunches and dinner).

During the Fitz Roy Trek you will discover one of the most iconic landscapes of the region: Laguna de los Tres.

You will sleep at Poincenot Base Camp.

Below we give you all the details of the itinerary so that you understand it perfectly and can book your trekking in Fitz Roy with confidence 😉.

Tour details

Included

  • Transportation by minibus from the meeting point
  • 1 night accommodation in tents
  • Sleeping bag
  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner

Not included

  • Personal mountain trekking equipment
  • National Park Entrance

Important information

Lodging options for the Fitz Roy Trekking:

Camping: includes the tent and sleeping bag.

All tents have capacity for 2 people and you will be assigned a tent just for you in case you are a single person.

A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to take place.

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

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation!

Cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before the tour. If you cancel with less time, arrive late or no-show, no refund will be offered.

Tour itinerary

DAY1 El Chaltén - Poincenot base camp

Difficulty: High

Distance: 12 km from the El Pilar trailhead.

Total approximate time: 7 hours and a half

Positive difference in altitude: 850 m.

Lodging: Poincenot base camp

Highlights: Laguna de los Tres

El Chaltén - Poincenot

At the scheduled time we will meet at the meeting point. There you will board a minibus that in half an hour will leave you at the beginning of the El Pilar trail, where your self-guided trekking route starts at the base of Mount Fitz Roy.

You will walk for about an hour and a half along the Rio Blanco until you reach the Piedras Blancas Glacier viewpoint where you will be able to appreciate incredible views in the middle of nature.

Then, you will head to the well marked fork to begin the ascent to the Laguna de los Tres. The climbing time depends on the condition and physical demand of each person but you can estimate between an hour and a half and two hours. Keep in mind that the path is uphill and on cobblestone terrain so it is important that you advance quietly and with appropriate footwear.

Laguna de los Tres on Mount Fitz Roy

Once you arrive at Laguna de los Tres, you can rest and have a snack before descending to base camp for dinner and the rest of the night.

💙 Howlanders tip: when you have reached the Laguna de los Tres, we advise you to head towards the mound you will see less than 5 minutes away that overlooks a second lagoon called "Laguna Sucia". Both are very worthwhile.

Camp Poincenot rules and regulations signage

DAY 2 Poincenot- El Chaltén

Difficulty: High

Distance: 10 km from Poincenot base camp.

Total approximate time: 6 hours

Positive elevation gain: 973m

Highlights: Rio de las Vueltas viewpoint.

Poincenoit - El Chaltén

After having had breakfast at Poincenot base camp, it's time to put on your trekking shoes to start the descent back to El Chaltén. During the descent you will enjoy beautiful mountain scenery as well as the Mirador Río de las Vueltas, ideal for resting since it is almost halfway.

Arrival time in El Chaltén will be around 17:00 local time.

Landscape of the Río de las Vueltas lookout point.

What to bring to Mount Fitz Roy 2-Day Hike tour

The weather in Patagonia is very changeable. It is said that you can experience all four seasons in one day but as this is a short 2 day tour, these are the basics we recommend you to bring:

  • Documentation (DNI or NIE or Passport).
  • Hiking pants: thin or short.
  • Long hiking pants for more warmth.
  • First layer: thermal T-shirt
  • Middle layer: fleece or similar.
  • Outer layer: waterproof jacket
  • Warm jacket or fleece
  • Cap or hat
  • Hiking shoes (if possible waterproof boots)
  • Personal hygiene products
  • Flashlight and battery
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Walking sticks
  • Small trekking backpack
  • Long/short sleeve t-shirts
  • Water bottle

Where does the tour Mount Fitz Roy 2-Day Hike start

The tour starts at the meeting point in El Chalten. In the confirmation of your reservation we will give you the exact address and the necessary instructions to get there.

To get to the town of El Chalten you have two main options:

  • From Buenos Aires: when arriving at the Buenos Aires airport you must take a connecting flight to El Calafate. From there, it is necessary to travel by land the last 220 kilometers to El Chaltén, with a travel time of 3 hours.
  • From Santiago de Chile: when arriving at the airport in Santiago de Chile you must take a flight to Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales and cross the border to Argentina through the border crossing Río Don Guillermo to Calafate.

Questions & Answers

  • What does the tour include?

    The tour description will specify what is included, such as transportation, guides, meals, park entrance fees and necessary equipment.

  • What type of clothing and equipment should I bring?

    We recommend wearing comfortable clothing suitable for the weather, sturdy footwear, sunscreen, water and any specific equipment mentioned in the tour description.

  • What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the tour?

    In case of adverse weather conditions, we reserve the right to reschedule or cancel the tour for safety reasons. We will inform you in advance and offer you alternative options for your Fitz Roy trekking.

  • Can I modify my reservation after it has been made?

    Yes, you can modify your reservation by contacting our customer service well in advance before the tour starts.

  • Is food provided during the tour?

    Yes; breakfast, dinner and two lunches are included in the tour and are adapted to the dietary needs of each person (intolerances, vegetarian/vegan menu, etc.).

  • How can I contact customer service if I have further questions?

    You can contact us through the form on our website, by sending us an e-mail or by calling our customer service number available in the "Contact" section.

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

    You can avoid unnecessary queues and waiting times by purchasing your ticket here

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