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Most visitors to the glacier will stay in El Calafate and the town offers a variety of hotels and several shops and restaurants. There are also several luxury lodges and remote Estancias located in the nearby wilderness for those looking for seclusion in an awe-inspiring setting.
The small mountain town of El Chaltén is known as Argentina’s capital of trekking and is an outdoor enthusiasts dream. Four hours drive from El Calafate and lying at the base of the towering Fitz Roy Massif, surrounded by forests, lakes and mountains, the location is simply unbeatable for hiking. Many visitors are lured in by the Laguna de Los Trek hike (Fitz Roy Base Camp) for the most impressive views of Mount Fitz Roy, if you only do one hike in Argentina - let it be this one.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO EL CALAFATE & EL CHALTÈN
Here’s a snapshot of some of our most popular holidays in El Calafate and El Chaltén. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
The Best of Patagonia
Argentina
16 days / 15 nights
Boutique Argentina
Argentina
12 days / 11 nights
Classic Argentina
Argentina
15 days / 14 nights
Classic Patagonia Treks
Argentina
11 days / 10 nights
Premium Chile & Argentina
Chile
9 days / 8 nights
El Chalten Extension
Argentina
4 days / 3 nights
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN EL CALAFATE & EL CHALTÈN
EOLO - Patagonia's Spirit
El Calafate
Explora El Chaltén
El Chalten
Hotel Posada Los Alamos
El Calafate
Estancia Cristina, Near El Calafate
El Calafate
Hostería Senderos
El Chalten
Hotel Kosten Aike
El Calafate
WHAT TO DO IN EL CALAFATE & EL CHALTÈN
Trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier, El Calafate
- Incredible ice trekking experience
- Scenic boat ride
- Fantastic glacier views
Perito Moreno Kayak Experience
- Paddle Lago Argentino
- Kayak up to the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier
- Enjoy a walk along the boardwalks
Glaciers Gourmet Premium Cruise Experience
- Exclusive cruise through incredible scenery
- Pass the iconic Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
- Gourmet four course lunch
Estancia Cristina Discovery
- Visit a remote corner of the Los Glaciares National Park
- Enjoy spectacular views of Upsala Glacier the Feruglio Mountains
Laguna De Los Tres Glacier Guided Hike
- Iconic Patagonia hike
- Spectacular glacier views
- Hike to Mount Fitz Roy base camp
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