Fitz Roy/ Laguna los 3

This is the main trekking area, and one of the prettiest in the area, it leads us to the foot of the mythical Mount Fitz Roy. 8:00 a.m.: Pick up of the passengers from their hotels by minibus to go to the trailhead at Hostería El Pilar, which is located 18 kms. from El Chalten. Just before arriving, we make a stop at a scenic spot overlooking the Fitz Roy. Then you get to the trailhead, where pedestrian activity is beginning, and we enter into a forest of beech and ñires, bordering the Rio Blanco. Following this path, just 1 hour walk leads to a first viewpoint with excellent views of the Piedras Blancas Glacier. After this stop, take some pictures, and receive the guide information, in about 45 minutes we will arrive at the camp Poincenot, there will surely be tents of trekkers of different nationalities. Then nearby, cross the river by small hanging bridge to reach the base camp of "Rio Blanco", which is only used by climbers. Here, there are also armed by National Parks, protection of logs, used to shelter in bad weather. From this point, those with more energy, the guide will take you to the Mirador de Laguna de los Tres, that from Rio Blanco are 420 vertical meters in 1 hour trek. The view of Fitz Roy Massif, the lagoon and its glaciers, is spectacular. A few meters away, you can also find a very good view of the Laguna Sucia. He returned to El Chalten on the path that passes through the Capri Laguna lookout. Approximately between 17.00 hs/18.00 hs will be arriving in El Chalten. 

- Duration: Full day (8 to 9 am) 

- Difficulty: Beginner 

-Personal Requirement: Moderate 

- Output: 8.00 Return: 17 -18 hours