Laguna Torre Hike

Discover the National Capital of Trekking by hiking to the Laguna Torre from El Chaltén. This tour combines sport and sightseeing while crossing glaciers and mountain tracks.

Laguna Torre Hike

El Chaltén is recognized as the National Capital of Trekking in Argentina. We will meet at 9 a.m. at the San Martín Lake Office to start our 5.5-mile trekking route to Laguna Torre.

The hike begins through Antarctic beech woodland, gradually gaining elevation until we reach the Margarita Waterfall viewpoint, offering views of the canyon formed by the Fitz Roy River.

Continuing up the mountain, we reach another viewpoint with a panorama of Cerro Torre, the second highest mountain in Glaciers National Park at over 10,000 feet, surpassed only by Mount Fitz Roy. We will take a brief rest here to admire the surrounding mountains and glaciers.

Laguna Torre is accessible via a two-hour walk where native bird species, including the Magellanic woodpecker, may be spotted. Upon arrival at the lake, you will have time for photography near the ice tongues extending into the water. After a lakeside picnic, we will return to the starting point, concluding the excursion between 4 pm and 5 pm, depending on the group's pace.

How difficult is the hiking route?

The hiking route to Laguna Torre is moderately difficult. No prior experience is necessary, but a good level of physical conditioning is required. The 4.3-mile walk takes about three hours. This activity is not recommended for individuals with cardiac or respiratory issues.