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El Chaltén: Full Day Winter Trekking to Laguna Capri
Product code 18016P167
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From USD 250
Dates
May 16, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027
Start times
8:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 12-70
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Chalten Winter Trekking
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Duration
12 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Spanish
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El Chaltén: Full Day Winter Trekking to Laguna Capri
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Duration
12 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Why Travelers Love This
We started this winter trekking experience from El Calafate. Upon arriving at El Chaltén, we made a stop to use the bathrooms and adjust the necessary equipment: crampons, canes and backpacks. The tour begins with an initial kilometer ascending a steep slope, leading to the impressive "Virador Río de las Vueltas", a natural balcony that we reach in approximately 30 minutes. The second kilometer, of less inclination, follows the western slope of the valley of the river De las Vueltas, offering panoramic views of the mountain cordon Los Condores. At the beginning of the third kilometer, we find the fork that leads us to the Laguna Capri. In this final stretch, the trail reveals spectacular views of the mountains. From its banks, you can enjoy an unforgettable view of the Chaltén or Fitz Roy hill, a landscape that invites you to stop and contemplate one of the most emblematic postcards. Then, to finish we will enjoy an outdoor picnic.
Overview
We started this winter trekking experience from El Calafate. Upon arriving at El Chaltén, we made a stop to use the bathrooms and adjust the necessary equipment: crampons, canes and backpacks. The tour begins with an initial kilometer ascending a steep slope, leading to the impressive "Virador Río de las Vueltas", a natural balcony that we reach in approximately 30 minutes. The second kilometer, of less inclination, follows the western slope of the valley of the river De las Vueltas, offering panoramic views of the mountain cordon Los Condores. At the beginning of the third kilometer, we find the fork that leads us to the Laguna Capri. In this final stretch, the trail reveals spectacular views of the mountains. From its banks, you can enjoy an unforgettable view of the Chaltén or Fitz Roy hill, a landscape that invites you to stop and contemplate one of the most emblematic postcards. Then, to finish we will enjoy an outdoor picnic.
What's Included
Included
Trekking pole
Ice/Snow Crampons
Bilingual mountain guide enabled
Round Trip Transfer from El Calafate to El Chaltén
Lunch meal
Not included
Entrance to the National Park
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
3 hours
Stop 1
From El Calafate we depart Direct trip to El Chaltén without stopping. When you arrive you stop to go to the bathroom, the equipment is adjusted (crampons, canes, backpacks)
Stop 2
9 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
The first kilometer of the road passes through a steep slope, until you reach the "Lookout River de las Vueltas", a natural balcony about 30 min. The second kilometer of this walk is smaller slope than the first, while gaining height by the western skirt of the De las Vueltas river valley, with a panoramic view of the Los Condores cordon. Shortly after the beginning of the third kilometer, the fork to the Capri Lagoon.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
From its banks, you can enjoy an unforgettable view of the Chaltén or Fitz Roy hill, a landscape that invites you to stop and contemplate one of the most emblematic postcards. Then, to finish we will enjoy an outdoor picnic.
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Departure Days: Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - Sunday
Other
Difficulty: medium. (intense and prolonged climbs without technical parts)
Other
Clothing Required: Trekking boots and another pair of extra warm tights. Warm gloves. Waterproof clothing, jacket and trousers. Woolen hat. Water bottle 500 ml.
Other
Physical condition required: Good.
Other
Excursion duration: full day from 08:00hs. to 20:00hs. Distance in climb: 4km. Distance in descent 4 km. Total 8 km. How much do you have to climb?: 350 m approx. Chaltén is 450 m, Capri is 700m. How much is there to walk?: How long does it take to walk back and forth?: 5 hours.
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WATERPROOF CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR IS MANDATORY FOR THE EXCURSION
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IMPORTANT: THE USE OF THE GRAMPONS DEPENDS ON THE CONDITIONS OF THE SNOW, SOMETIMES THEY ARE NOT NECESSARY, OTHER TIMES THEY MUST BE PUT ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY.
Other
The first kilometer of the trail runs on a steep slope, until you reach the "Mirador Río de las Vueltas", a natural balcony about 30 minutes away.The second kilometer of this hike is of lower slope than the first, while gaining height by the western slope of the valley of the river De las Vueltas, with a panoramic view of the Los Condores cordon. Shortly after the beginning of the third kilometer, you reach the fork towards the Laguna Capri.
Other
The last stretch of the trail reveals the great mountains behind the grove as the descent into the lagoon begins. From the shore of the lagoon you can see a fantastic view of the hill Chaltén or Fitz Roy and its peripheral spires, a place that invites you to stay to look at one of the classic postcards of El Chaltén. There according to the weather we will look for the best place to have our lunch picnic and rest taking pictures, offering passengers a hot drink (te or mate). Return to the village of El Chaltén by the same trail back/down.
Other
Required : Trekking boots and another pair of extra warm stockings. Warm gloves. Waterproof clothing, jacket and trousers. Woolen hat. Water bottle 500 ml.
Other
Arrival at the Chaltén back at approximately 17:00hs. Arrival at El Calafate return approximately 20 : 00hs
Other
This tour requires a minimum of 4 participants to operate. If your reservation includes fewer than 4 participants, we can still accept your booking; however, it will remain on a conditional basis until the minimum group size of 4 participants is reached. Once the group is completed, your reservation will be fully confirmed. Reservations will only be confirmed once we are able to meet the minimum requirement of 4 participants.
Health Other
EXCURSION NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:• People with heart problems. • Pregnant because of their degree of demand and the possibility of small falls. • People who are overweight. • People with knee, hip, spinal problems. • In case of people with asthma, hypertensive, diabetics, they should bring their medication and inform the agency and the mountain guide of their condition to minimize and prevent complications of this ailment in the walk.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
