Michaël Mamane

Cerro Chaltén Holidays

Mont Fitz Roy is a magnificent mountain in the middle of Argentine Patagonia. Its emblematic and photogenic shape make it a must-see visit during a trip to Argentina.

Visit Cerro Chaltén

Waterfall
Off the beaten track
Mountain

Cerro Chaltén: How to get there?

5 hours by bus from El Calafate / 4 hours and 30 minutes by bus from El Calafate

Cerro Chaltén: See when to go?

From October to February

Cerro Chaltén: For how long?

2 to 3 days

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Cerro Chaltén: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Virginie Bigeni

Travel writer

Fitz Roy is a legendary mountain in the Los Glaciares National Park, in the province of Santa Cruz, Argentine Patagonia. It's peak is at 3,400 metres. It's symbolic and emblematic of the province. Unmissable.

My suggestion

The most practical option for visiting the area is to stay at El Chalten, a little village that is very close by. If you love sporting holidays then you should aim to stay there as long as possible because the area is full of climbs and treks.

michael mamane

Travel writer

Mont Fitz Roy is a magnificent mountain in the middle of Argentine Patagonia. Its emblematic and photogenic shape make it a must-see visit during a trip to Argentina.

My suggestion

I think you need 3 full days there so you can take your time to see Mont Fitz Roy and also enjoy the other walks and treks that are possible in Los Glaciares National Park.

David Debrincat

Travel writer

Fitz Roy's peak rises 3,441 metres above El Chaltén, which is 220 km from El Calafate. All around it is, indisputably, the most beautiful scenery in the whole of Patagonia.

My suggestion

The ascent of Fitz Roy is considered to be one of the most difficult in the Andes. Only hardened mountaineers can attempt it. For the rest of us, there are lots of pleasant treks around the mountain.