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Explora El Chaltén

El Chaltén

Explora El Chaltén

Programmes of 4 to 7 nights

An all-inclusive lodge by Explora inside the Los Huemules Conservation Reserve, 40 minutes from El Chaltén. Includes accommodation, all guided explorations, spa, meals, beverages and transfers.

Duration

Programmes of 4 to 7 nights

Best season

October to April

Difficulty

All levels

Plan

All-inclusive

When to travel

October to April

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The experience

The programme

Each day, an exploration (or two) is chosen based on weather and group fitness. Options range from gentle walks through lenga forests to demanding climbs with views of Fitz Roy. The guide team proposes daily itineraries at evening briefings.

Programmes

Available programmes

4-night programme

Essential immersion

The Los Huemules essentials

Shortest programme to discover the north of Los Glaciares National Park in full all-inclusive format. Four days of guided explorations selected by weather conditions and group fitness, luxury accommodation inside Los Huemules Reserve, and all meals, beverages and transfers included. Ideal for getting to know the area without committing a whole week.

This experience includes

  • ✓4 nights at the lodge inside Los Huemules
  • ✓Up to 6 guided explorations chosen from 30+ available
  • ✓Spa with outdoor saunas and jacuzzis
  • ✓Full board with local produce + beverages and wines
  • ✓Los Glaciares NP entry included
  • ✓Private transfers El Calafate Airport ↔ lodge
  • ✓Daily briefings with the guide team to shape the itinerary

7-night programme

Full immersion

The complete Explora El Chaltén journey

Deep-immersion programme with time to cover every exploration zone: high mountain, Andean-Patagonian forest, river valley and remote lakes. Allows combining demanding days with low-impact spa days, and leaves room to repeat a favourite exploration or add a contemplative day. The format for those travelling to the region only once.

This experience includes

  • ✓7 nights at the lodge inside Los Huemules
  • ✓Up to 14 guided explorations of your choice
  • ✓Full spa access + optional massages
  • ✓Full board with regional menu + wine pairings
  • ✓Los Glaciares NP entry + internal transfers
  • ✓Flexible programme adaptable to group pace
  • ✓Available exploration zones:
    • ›Andean-Patagonian forest and mid-altitude lookouts
    • ›High mountain with Fitz Roy views
    • ›Río Eléctrico and inner valley

Both programmes are tailor-made — we coordinate dates and format on enquiry.

Explora El Chaltén — Patagonia

El Chaltén · The programme

Each day, an exploration (or two) is chosen based on weather and group fitness.

Day by day

Sample itinerary · 4 nights

5 days
  1. Explora El Chaltén — Arrival and welcomeDay 1

    Day 1

    Arrival and welcome

    • ›Reception at El Calafate airport
    • ›Private transfer to Los Huemules Reserve (~2:30 hs)
    • ›Lodge check-in and walk-through of facilities
    • ›Short guided acclimatisation walk
    • ›Patagonian dinner and programme briefing
  2. Explora El Chaltén — Medium exploration · Forest and viewpointsDay 2

    Day 2

    Medium exploration · Forest and viewpoints

    • ›Early breakfast and weather briefing
    • ›Guided exploration through lenga and ñire forests
    • ›Lunch at the lodge or packed lunch depending on route
    • ›Free afternoon at the spa: saunas and jacuzzis
    • ›Tasting dinner with optional wine pairing
  3. Explora El Chaltén — Demanding exploration · Fitz RoyDay 3

    Day 3

    Demanding exploration · Fitz Roy

    • ›Early departure to the upper reserve
    • ›Full-day trek with Fitz Roy views
    • ›Gourmet packed lunch on the trail
    • ›Return to the lodge, optional spa massage
    • ›Next-day briefing and dinner
  4. Explora El Chaltén — Choice explorationDay 4

    Day 4

    Choice exploration

    • ›Option A: gentle walk + horseback ride (half day)
    • ›Option B: glacier ascent (full day)
    • ›Option C: rest day with spa and short trails
    • ›Lunch per chosen itinerary
    • ›Farewell dinner
  5. Explora El Chaltén — ReturnDay 5

    Day 5

    Return

    • ›Breakfast and flexible check-out
    • ›Private transfer to El Calafate airport
    • ›Return flight (afternoon recommended)

Detail

Services & facilities

  • ✓30+ guided explorations
  • ✓Spa with saunas and jacuzzis
  • ✓All meals and beverages
  • ✓Los Glaciares NP entry included
  • ✓Airport transfers included
  • ✓Wilderness First Response certified guides

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