Hiking the Patagonian Andes
An Upscale Walking Adventure Through the Jewels of Patagonia
For those seeking an outdoor Patagonia adventure in the magnificent wilderness areas of Argentina’s Los Glaciares and Chile’s Torres del Paine National Parks, here nature rules supreme. Witness wildlife such as the guanaco, ñandú, condor, fox and dozens of bird species. Further south, in the Land of Fire, Tierra del Fuego, the beautiful landscapes are reminiscent of the Alaskan wildlands.
This exciting itinerary is designed for hikers and nature enthusiasts who would like to experience the full range of the Patagonian Andes, with active days and relaxing nights at cozy lodges.
Trip Highlights:
- Become dwarfed by the magnificent glaciers in Argentina’s Glaciers National Park
- Spend time exploring the valleys around Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre on foot
- Enjoy the warmth and refined comfort of Patagonian lodge hospitality
- Visit the surreal, glacier-carved peaks of Torres del Paine in Chile
- Hike toward the impressive vertical granite walls of the French River valley
- Feel the energy of South America’s most sophisticated city: Buenos Aires
Hiking the Patagonian Andes
Trip Itinerary
DAY 1: DEPARTURE FROM HOME
Overnight flight to Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital, Buenos Aires.
DAY 2: BUENOS AIRES
Arrival and sight-seeing in this vivacious capital city. Welcome dinner and tango show.
DAY 3: BUENOS AIRES / EL CALAFATE / EL CHALTEN
Flight to El Calafate, scenic vehicle transfer to El Chalten, short afternoon hike.
DAY 4: FITZ ROY
A full day of hiking along the Rio Blanco river valley at the base of Mount Fitz Roy.
DAY 5: CERRO TORRE / EL CALAFATE
Morning hike in the Fitz Roy River Valley, with views of Cerro Torre and a picnic lunch. Return drive to El Calafate.
DAY 6: PERITO MORENO GLACIER
Full day of Los Glaciers National Park exploration, by catamaran, vehicle, and on foot.
DAY 7: EL CALAFATE / PAINE NATIONAL PARK
Drive across the border to Paine National Park, afternoon scenic hike to photograph the region’s varied wildlife.
DAY 8: NORDENSKJOLD LAKE HIKE
A full day of hiking with views of the iconic Paine Horns and Nordenskjold Lake.
DAY 9: GREY LAKE
Morning walk by Grey Lake, boat across the lake and hike to Pehoé Lake, catamaran ride to Pudeto.
DAY 10: PEHOE LAKE / FRENCH VALLEY
Cross Pehoé Lake and hike along the majestic scenery towards the French River Valley.
DAY 11: PAINE NATIONAL PARK / PUERTO NATALES / SANTIAGO
Bid farewell to Paine Park this morning and vehicle transfer to Puerto Natales. Fly to Santiago, board an international overnight flight.
DAY 12: HOME
Arrive home this morning.
All Southwind itineraries are fully customizable to your personal interests and travel dates. Please contact us for firsthand knowledge and help with your travel plans.
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Hiking the Patagonian Andes
Dates & Rates
Departures
On request any week throughout the October-March season
2024/2025 Land Cost
4-5 participants: from $8,900 p.p.d.
6-9 participants: from $8,200 p.p.d.
10-12 participants: from $7,500 p.p.d.
Single Supplement: from $2,000
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Hiking the Patagonian Andes
Accommodations
Hiking the Patagonian Andes
Extensions
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