El Chaltén
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El Chaltén

Argentina - Santa Cruz

About this destination

El Chaltén is known as the trekking capital, surrounded by the imposing Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. An ideal destination for hiking, mountaineering and the landscapes of Argentine Patagonia.

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Seasons throughout the year

🔴 High season🟡 Shoulder season🟢 Low season

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Jan
25%
 
Feb
30%
 
Mar
35%
 
Apr
60%
 
May
65%
 
Jun
70%
 
Jul
40%
 
Aug
45%
 
Sep
65%
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Oct
60%
 
Nov
35%
 
Dec
30%

Places to visit

Discover the best attractions in this destination

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Mount Fitz Roy

Mount Fitz Roy

Imposing peak with trekking routes and spectacular views

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Cerro Torre

Cerro Torre

Rock formation famous among climbers and photographers

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Laguna de los Tres

Laguna de los Tres

Lagoon at the foot of Fitz Roy, the most famous trek in the region

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📍 How to get there

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🏨 Hotels

Hostería La Candelaria

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🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours

📞 Contact: +54 2966 477777

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Cabañas del Fitz Roy

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🕐 Opening hours: Check-in: 3 pm, Check-out: 11 am

📞 Contact: +54 2966 488888

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🍽️ Restaurants

La Waflería

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💰 Estimated price: $15-30

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🚗 Transport

🚌 Buses

From: El Calafate
Duration: 3 hours
Price: $15-25
Schedule: Departures hourly
Route: El Calafate - El Chaltén

🚕 Taxis

Name: Taxi El Chaltén
Plate: CHT-001
📞 Contact: +54 2966 499999


🎯 Tours

Chaltén Trekking

📍 Places they visit: Laguna de los Tres, Mount Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, Laguna Torre

🕐 Horario: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

📞 Phone: +54 2966 500000

Fitz Roy Experience

📍 Places they visit: Trek to Laguna Capri, Fitz Roy Viewpoint, Glacier walk

🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

📞 Phone: +54 2966 511111

Patagonia Viva

📍 Places they visit: Base camp, Cerro Torre ascent, Landscape photography

🕐 Horario: 5:00 AM - 7:00 PM

📞 Phone: +54 2966 522222

🍽️ Typical dishes and drinks

Taste the traditional flavours of this region

Cordero Patagónico

Cordero Patagónico

Trucha de la Patagonia

Trucha de la Patagonia

Chocolate Artesanal

Chocolate Artesanal

Recommended products for your trip

Essential items we recommend packing for El Chaltén

Comfortable trekking footwear

Comfortable trekking footwear

Trainers or boots with good cushioning for trails or long city walks.

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Type I power adapter

Type I power adapter

Three slanted-pin plug adapter, the official standard used in Argentina (220V).

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Sport sunscreen SPF 50

Sport sunscreen SPF 50

Sweat-resistant sunscreen, ideal for long hikes around Fitz Roy.

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