HUEMUL CIRCUIT

El Chaltén - Patagonia

In just four days, over this 70+ kilometer adventure trek, you will experience the diverse landscapes of Patagonia in a breathtaking natural setting. You will traverse valleys, glacial moraines, cross rivers, and ascend three mountain passes. We invite you to immerse yourself in nature at its most powerful and beautiful, guided by experienced mountain guides. Let’s embark on this journey together!

The Experiences
- Explore the Río Túnel Valley and feel the thrill of walking on the Túnel Glacier.
- Challenge yourself by reaching Paso del Viento, where you can admire the vastness of the Southern Ice Field.
- Experience Patagonia through rugged mid- and high-mountain terrain, an untamed, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful landscape.

Pre-Day
Meeting in El Chaltén – Briefing with the guide.

Day 1: El Chaltén - Laguna Toro
The adventure begins! We start our trek through the forest on rolling trails, then traverse a broad glacial valley toward Laguna Toro. Covering 16 km, we’ll enjoy stunning views of Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and Cerro Solo, their majestic peaks visible for most of the route. We’ll spend the night at Camp Toro, our first wilderness stop on this expedition.

Day 2: Río Túnel Tyrolean Traverse & Paso del Viento
Heading west, we face strong winds and tackle more challenging terrain. After skirting Laguna Toro, we’ll cross the Río Túnel either wading or via a Tyrolean traverse. The ascent begins through massive glacial moraines, onto the Túnel Glacier, then up a rocky, scrubby slope toward Paso del Viento (1,400m). From the top, the unparalleled view of the Southern Ice Field, the Mariano Moreno mountain range, and Viedma Glacier will leave us speechless. After soaking in the panorama, snapping photos, and resting, we’ll descend toward our camp by Laguna Paso del Viento.

Day 3: Viedma Glacier, Paso Huemul & Lago Viedma
We break camp and gain elevation once more, offering even better views of Viedma Glacier. As we traverse crystal-clear mountain lagoons, we make a few rest stops before our final ascent: Paso Huemul. From here, the landscape shifts—a new valley unfolds, with sweeping views of the immense Lago Viedma. Leaving the Southern Ice Field behind, we descend toward the lake and Bahía de los Témpanos, where we set up our final camp.

Day 4: Bahía de los Témpanos - Bahía Túnel & Return to El Chaltén The final day is all about enjoyment. As the sun rises over Lago Viedma, we may be surrounded by floating icebergs, just meters from our tents. The trail to Bahía Túnel is gentle, with rolling hills. Before reaching our transport, we’ll cross Río Túnel via a long Tyrolean traverse. At Bahía Túnel, our vehicle awaits to take us back to El Chaltén. The expedition may be over, but the memories will last forever!

SUMMARY

Technical information

Total Days: 5
Days in the Mountains: 4
Meeting Point: El Chaltén
Ending Point: El Chaltén

Included Services
- Bilingual trekking and mountain guide
- Transportation from the trail’s end back to El Chaltén 
- Necessary permits for the trek
- Mountain tents
- Technical equipment for zip-line crossing (harness, carabiner, and safety gear)
- All meals during the trek (3 breakfasts, 4 box lunches, 3 dinners)
- VHF/Satellite communication

Optional Services
- IN/OUT accommodation
- Transfers