Calafate Southern Navigation Perito Moreno and Valley Trekking

Overview

Starting early in the morning, we head towards the heart of Lago Argentino, where we will embark on an exciting navigation to the bottom of the South Arm. Upon disembarking, an unforgettable walk to the serene Frías Lake awaits us. After a gentle ascent, we will reach the natural viewpoint, from where we can marvel at the panoramic views of Lake Frías and its surroundings before descending towards its shore. We will board the Fitzcarraldo boat to sail through the crystalline waters of a dazzling emerald tone, sailing 5 km to the other shore. From there, we will begin a 6 km trek through the Frías River valley, getting closer and closer to the imposing glaciers. Along the way we will witness a landscape in constant change, surrounded by majestic Grande, Cubo and Dickson glaciers, which spill their ice towards the Frías Superior Lagoon. We will have lunch on the shores of the Frías Superior Lagoon if the wind conditions allow it.

Itinerary

1. Perito Moreno Glacier

   You walk back and forth around 14 kms in 6 hours. Entrance to the National Park is not paid. Passengers are always accompanied from Calafate by a bilingual trekking guide (English / Spanish, possibly Italian) in addition to the crew.

   · 6 h· Admission not included

2. Lago Roca

   It begins in Calafate at 08.00, 50 kms are traveled to the Roca Lake, we embark on a semi-rigid cabin with capacity for 17 people. After navigating for 45 minutes, we arrive at the southern head of the South Arm, where the first stage of the walk begins to arrive at Frías Lake

   · 45 min

3. El Calafate

   El Calafate, popularly called «Calafate», is a city located on the southern shore of Lake Argentino, in the Patagonia region, in the province of Santa Cruz, Argentina, about 80 km from the Perito Moreno glacier. It is the head of the department Lago Argentino.

   · Non-stop passage

4. Lago Argentino

   Navigation to the bottom of the South Arm of Lake Argentino, further and further into the Andes Mountains. Upon disembarking, the walk to Frías Lake begins, which can only be accessed on foot.

   · Non-stop passage

5. Los Glaciares National Park

   Board the Fitzcarraldo boat to navigate 5 km through crystalline waters of surprising emerald color. From the other shore begins a 6 km trek through the valley of the Río Frías. As one approaches the last moraine, the glaciers begin to look closer and closer. A pristine area of Los Glaciares National Park with a valley of changing environments that ends in an amphitheater, made up of the Grande, Cubo and Dickson glaciers. The glaciers shed their ice towards the Upper Frías Lagoon (Big and Cube) and the Dickson Arm (Dickson Glacier) but originally they were all part of one large glacier: the Frías.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup included.

This tour includes pick up and drop off to hotels located in calafate

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• GLACIAR SUR AVENTURA is an excursion aimed at travelers who enjoy walking in remote and unexplored places. Truly those who have done this trekking feel they are the first to reach the places they visit.
• Recommendations: - Clothing: Waterproof jacket, comfortable and warm clothing, long and waterproof pants, trekking boots, backpack (40 liters approx.), sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, hat.
• You arrive at the Hotel at approximately 7:00 p.m. You walk between round trip around 14 km in 6 hours. The entrance to the National Park is not paid. The passengers are always accompanied from Calafate by a bilingual trekking guide (English/Spanish, possibly Italian) in addition to the crew.
• This tour is subject to availability at the time of making your reservation
• • The experience implies a prolonged walk in a mountain environment. To confirm departure, a medical file must be completed.
• • Age restrictions: over 12 years. Those over 65 years of age may participate, subject to physical fitness evaluation.
• • If total or partial navigation is not possible for reasons of force majeure, an alternative plan is made.
• Full day excursion. From 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• The experience involves a long walk in a mountain environment. To confirm the departure, a medical file must be completed ON LINE as a mandatory Affidavit at least 24 hours before the start time of the excursion.
• What to bring: • Small backpack to carry the picnic. • Sunscreen and sunglasses. • Sun hat / warm hat. • Good trekking shoes. • Appropriate clothing for walking in a mountain environment. • Sufficient shelter for temperatures of 0°C. • Waterproof jacket for light or heavy rainy days. • Buff or protector of face and neck. • Breathable waterproof pant cover. • Replacement stockings. • Water bottle.
• 07:30 am: The tour of the hotels begins. • 08:45 am: Meeting at the Pioneros wharf • 09:15 am: Beginning of navigation. • 05:30 p.m.: Return to the Pioneros pier. • 07:00 p.m.: Arrival to El Calafate.
• Picnic: sandwiches (ham, cheese, lettuce and tomato), small salad, granola, muffin, fruit. (vegetarian/celiac option) Hot drinks available in the dome. If the weather permits, the picnic takes place in front of the glaciers. In case of rain or strong winds, after seeing the glaciers, you return to the forest and have lunch in the dome that is near Lake Frías.

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