Cerro Frías Excursion

Enjoy a day of adventure exploring the natural landscapes of Cerro Frías by 4x4 Jeep, horse riding, zip-lining or hiking on an excursion from El Calafate.

Activities

During your reservation, choose your preferred activity in Cerro Frías. Pick up and drop off at your hotel or meeting point in El Calafate is included.

4x4 Jeep tour

Experience an ascent of Cerro Frías hill in a 4x4 Jeep, offering access to mountain trails with views overlooking Lake Argentino. A stop at a viewpoint at 450 meters provides panoramic views of the Centinela River Valley, followed by continued ascent to a second viewpoint at 1030 meters for views of the Torres del Paine, Boca del Diablo, and the Andes.

May to September: begins at 9 am and 2:30 pmOctober to April: begins at 8:30 am, 2 pm or 6:30 pm

Horseback riding

Ride across the plains of Patagonia to the slopes of Cerro Frías. After a 30-minute ride, enjoy views of the Centinela Valley and Torres del Paine, and spot local wildlife including cows, guanacos, and hares.

May to September: begins at 9 am, 2:30 pm, or 6:30 pmOctober to April: begins at 8:30 am, 2 pm, or 6:30 pm

Zip lining tour

Travel by Jeep to a platform at 560 meters on Cerro Frías to experience a zip-lining course with five sections, each approximately 500 meters long, one of the longest in South America.

This activity operates from October to April at 8:30 am and 2 pm.

Hiking tour

Enjoy a hike to the southern slope of Cerro Frías, witnessing landmarks like Lake Argentino, Torres del Paine, and Centinela Valley. The trek showcases the steppes and lenga beech forests characteristic of Patagonia.

This activity operates from October to April at 8:30 am and 2 pm.

Ticket options

Tour with lunch

Includes a meal at the restaurant on the southern slope of Cerro Frías, featuring a Patagonian stew and dessert. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

Tour with an afternoon snack

Includes tea, coffee, or hot chocolate with a sweet cake.

Tour with dinner

Dinner includes three dishes: empanadas, lentil stew, and a brownie with dulce de leche.

Meals occur after the activity concludes.

Hotel pickup

Pick up is available at hotels, Airbnbs, and private homes in central El Calafate. For remote areas, proceed to the meeting point at Cerro Frias Office, located at 35 Tomás Espora Street.