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Explore the most spectacular regions of Patagonia between the two countries.

Patagonian Adventure

See the mighty Perito Moreno and explore endless hiking trails of El Chalten.

Argentinian Patagonia

Embark on the iconic W-trek in Torres del Paine without any distractions.

W-trek Escape

Patagonia

As nature recovers from the winter months, you’ll see vivid landscapes with blooms and green buds. Beware of closed trails due to snow early to mid-October.

Spring

In the hiker paradise, summer features open trails and enjoyable weather to take in the stunning views. January is the busiest and most expensive month.

Summer

The stunning contrast of snowy peaks with bright reds and yellows makes fall a photographer’s paradise. It is also less windy. Most hotels close at the end of April.

Fall

Winter provides unique and fascinating views over the frosted steppes and mountains of Patagonia, but most of the hikes are inaccessible, making it a dead season in both El Chalten and Torres Del Paine.

Winter

Majestic Land of The Big Feet

Patagonia – Majestic Land of The Big Feet

This full-day out-and-back trail is the easy part of the famous multi-day Huemul Circuit, offering stunning views of the colorful valley, glacial river, and surrounding mountains.

The entire trail is 20-mile long and takes almost 10 hours, but we recommend hiking to the valley, getting yourself a nice view while descending to the river, have a pick-nick with the views for an hour or so, and start heading back to town. You should reach the valley with stunning views in just about 2-3 hours from the start.

If you are in great shape and eager for challenge – hike all the way down to the lake, it is well worth it. You can also spend a night in the campsite near the lake and head back the next day.

While this hike is not that popular among day hikes from El Chalten, we love it because it's way less crowded and provides a unique view of Glaciares National Park.

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Laguna Tunel o Toro

Argentina's trekking capital, nestled within the stunning Fitz Roy range. The trails here, ranging from easy walks to challenging hikes, lead you through scenery so breathtaking it seems surreal, with Mount Fitz Roy itself standing as a sentinel over the landscape.