It is the classic hike to the foot of Fitz Roy, in Los Glaciares National Park. It is 20.3 km round trip, with a 991 m climb and about 9 hours 15 minutes. The source rates it advanced and full-day.
Since 21 October 2024, National Parks charges for access to the El Chaltén trails. The price announced for November 2024 was $45,000 for foreigners, $15,000 for Argentine residents and $5,000 for Santa Cruz residents. These are 2024 prices: check the current one with National Parks.
More about the place
The trail crosses forests and valleys, fords a river and climbs to the lagoon, with a view of Fitz Roy. Altitude ranges from 401 m at the lowest point to 1,178 m at the highest, with 991 m of cumulative ascent and 1,035 m of descent.
Place facts
Country
Argentina
Park
Los Glaciares National Park
Distance
20.3 km round trip
Duration
About 9 hours 15 minutes
Elevation gain
991 m climb
Access
You pay an entrance fee for the trails (2024 price: check the current one)
