Trekking around Huemul mountain - El Chalten - Lago Viedma - Paso del Viento

Through the lands of the National Capital of Trekking
One of the most attractive and complete trekking tours in Patagonia. Views of the Fitz Roy and Torre massifs, and the southern Patagonian ice field, the Viedma glacier and lake, the Vuelta al Huemul has become an extraordinary trekking in Patagonia.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting in El Chaltén, equipment/gear review, guides presentation. Overnight in hostel

Day 2 - We leave in the morning from El Chaltén to Loma del Pliegue Tumbado from where we´ll be able to fully observe the Fitz Roy and Torre massifs. We will follow the Tunnel River Valley upstream to the Toro Lagoon Camp, where we´ll spend our first night. We´ll camp at the Laguna Toro Camp.

Day 3 - After a delicious breakfast, we disarmed camp and leave to Paso del Viento. Key day of trekking because it is our gateway to the Patagonian Continental Ice. After crossing the Tunnel river, wading or using the zip line (according to the conditions and decision of the guide) we´ll ascend 900 meters of unevenness to have one of the most impressive views of Patagonia: the ice field. The trekking is very varied, passing through stone, grass, glacier ... From there we will descend heading south to the Paso del Viento refuge. Camp.

Day 4 - Early we leave for the Huemul Pass. Following the lateral moraine of the Viedma Glacier with a southerly direction, we skirt Cerro Huemul through this unexplored region of the National Park. An ascent of about 400 final meters and reaching the Huemul Pass we will have the Viedma Glacier on our right, the Viedma Lake on our left, all at the same time. From there we can see the front of the Viedma Glacier from above, as well as just 15 minutes away, a "condorera". Then we´ll descend the steep slopes of Cerro Huemul to the Bay of the icebergs, where in an old post we set up our camp.

Day 5 - After breakfast we start our march through the famous Patagonian steppe, always with Lake Viedma on our right. We arrive at the mouth of the Tunnel river. After a wading on foot, sometimes intense depending on the level of the river, we continue to Bahía Túnel where a 45-minute land transfer will take us to El Chaltén. Overnight in hostel

Day 6 - This day we include it with the option of trekking to Laguna de los Tres and ascend to the top of Cerro Madsen, a wonderful little spire, facing Fitz Roy. You can choose one or both alternatives. Return in the afternoon to El Chalten. Last night in hostel. End of the program.

Day 7 - Return

• Transfer from Bahia Tunel to El Chalten (end of the tour).
• All meals from lunch on day 2 to lunch on day 5
• Professional guides and enabled by APN.
• Equipment and general logistics (kitchen and camping).
• tents for 2/3 or 4 people.
• 2 nights accommodation in a hostel in El Chalten (check other option)
• Permanent assistance
• Equipment and main first aid kit.
• Communication equipment for emergencies: VHF, Satellite Telephone.
• Personal accident insurance

• Meals in El Chalten (day 1 and dinner day 5)
• Entrance Ticket to Los Glaciares National Park
• Trip to El Chalten

Overnight in igloo tents, to share, from 2 to 4 people.

In all our expeditions we offer the service of meals IN FULL PENSION PLAN. Meals: Milanesa and tomato sandwiches, cold sandwiches, snacks, salads, tapas, etc. Dinners: Vegetable stews with bacon or chorizo; chicken and vegetable casseroles, pasta with various , barbacue (goat), Chaw Fan, chicken with rice among other mealsBreakfasts and snacks: Tea, Coffee, Cappuccino, Mate Cocido, Mate, Milk powder; bread, cookies, jam, honey, dulce de leche; cereals, fruit.

It is necessary to complete the personal / medical file to clarify if someone does not eat some type of food.

• Backpack for trekking (65 to 80 liters)
• Warm sleeping bag (0 degrees comfort) 
• Insulated sleeping pad (10 to 15mm)
• trekking poles **
• Waterproof plastic bags to keep all the clothes inside the backpack
• Plastic Poncho/raincoat
• Backpack rain cover or large plastic bag

• trekking socks (multple pairs)
• Underwear
• 1 pair of trekking boots (in good conditions)
• 1 second pair of footwear  to cross rivers
• Long trekking pants (NO JEAN)
• 1 pair of leggings
• 2 Dry fit synthetic short sleeve t-shirts
• 1 Long sleeve shirt
• Fleece and duvet jacket
• 1 waterproof / breathable jacket  (parka,ultrex,goretex)
• 1 sun hat (with flaps)
• 1 handkerchief to cover your neck from the sun (multifunction scarves type Buff)
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat 

• Passport or ID.  MANDATORY to do the immigration process.
• Medical insurance.
• Travel assistance insurance.

• Front flashlight with batteries (With spare batteries)
• Sunglasses (Category III or IV)
• Sunscreen (not less than factor 45). Lip balm
• Toilet paper. Wet wipes

• Containers to contain water for at least 2 liters (can be plastic bottle)
• Cutlery, plate or tupper and glass. (No glass or metal)

• SILVER TAPE tape, for blisters and repairs.
• Steel thermos
• Binoculars, monocle. Camera
• Book, travel diary, pencil, pen.
• Games; cards, dice, etc
• Whistle and lighter.

For any mountain activity you need to have a previous physical preparation, or be physically active. In this case we suggest training (jogging twice to three times a week, cycling or swimming) and doing a good leg workout (gym, crossfit, , etc.)

We recommend  walking at least once before this trekking with a backpack, although no previous experience is required. Having slept in a tent also helps as a experience for this trekking.

Overnight is spent in mountain campsite in igloo tents, comfortable and for 2/3 or 4 people.

The tents are included in the service. If you want to bring yours, ask us.

The tents are included in the service. If you want to bring yours, ask us.

No. There are no chemical toilets or toilets. Everything is in nature, delimiting sectors. And you have to maintain the hygiene of the place, taking the papers.

Even though we visit the area in summer, temperatures tend to fall at night.

Stops are given with a frequency and graduation according to the intensity.

There are breaks for lunch, snack, and rest.

From 16 years old onwards. We also recommend you to contact us before registering or registering a minor just to make sure that his/her experience is the suitable for this trek.

In a woman backpack, from 15 to 18 kilos, in a man from 18 to 25 kilos. 

NO. You can hire a porter but it is up to each one.

• Lunch: Milanesa and tomato sandwiches, cold sandwiches, snacks, salads, tapas, etc.
• Dinners: Vegetable stews with bacon or chorizo ;chicken and vegetable casseroles, pasta with various , barbacue (goat), Chaw Fan, chicken with rice among other meals
• Breakfasts and snacks: Tea, Coffee, Cappuccino, Mate Cocido, Mate, Milk powder; bread, cookies, jam, honey, dulce de leche; cereals, fruit.
• It is necessary to complete the personal / medical file to clarify if someone does not eat some type of food.