Discover two of Patagonia's most fascinating ice masses on a full-day excursion from El Chaltén. Sail across Lago del Desierto, explore the trails of the Vespignani Reserve, and take in privileged panoramic views of the Huemul Glacier from Punta Sur, with the option to add a hike to its lagoon.
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Two Glaciers: a complete experience between Vespignani and Huemul
Make the most of your visit to El Chaltén with this excursion that combines sailing, trekking, and glacial landscapes in the spectacular setting of Lago del Desierto . During a full day , you'll discover two of the great natural attractions of the northern Patagonian Andes: the Gran Glaciar Vespignani and the Glaciar Huemul .
The adventure begins in El Chaltén, from where we'll travel the 37 km to Lago del Desierto along a beautiful gravel road that follows the course of the Río de las Vueltas . During the journey, we'll learn more about the history and natural features of the area, making several stops at scenic viewpoints to enjoy the landscape.
Upon arrival at the Punta Sur Pier , we will board a boat for a 20-30 minute cruise across Lago del Desierto . During the journey, we will be able to admire the surrounding mountain range and see the Huemul and Crestón glaciers, until we reach the central part of the lake, where the Vespignani Glacier Reserve is located.
Once there, we will have three hours to explore the marked trails of the reserve, under the supervision of an activity leader. We can choose between three trekking options , with different levels of difficulty and physical exertion:
During our stay we will also have time to rest and enjoy a snack accompanied by hot chocolate in the reserve's dome .
We will then re-embark to return to Punta Sur Pier , where our experience will continue. From there, you will have free time to explore the self-guided trails along the coast, where you can enjoy views of the Huemul Glacier .
For those who wish to get even closer to this glacial landscape, there is an optional hike up to Laguna Huemul , from where you can admire the glacier and its natural surroundings. This activity lasts approximately two hours and is booked separately at an additional cost .
Finally, at the agreed time, we will begin the return journey by land to El Chaltén , bringing to a close a day that will allow us to discover two unique glacial landscapes of Patagonia.
An ideal option for those who want to make the most of their stay in El Chaltén, combining sailing on the Lago del Desierto, trekking in the Vespignani Reserve and views of the Huemul Glacier in the same excursion.
Trekking shoes and trousers
Waterproof winter jacket
Water
Don't forget a packed lunch
Group Service. Includes: Round-trip transfer from El Chaltén to Lago del Desierto, boat trip on Lago del Desierto, 3-hour activity in the Vespignani Glacier area, and refreshments at the reserve's dome.
Reservar el tour fue fácil: la asesora de Tangol respondió enseguida mis dudas sobre el clima y el equipo para mi hija. El grupo era chico y muy buena onda; compartimos mate durante el sendero. El guía estuvo atento cuando mi hija resbaló cerca del arroyo. Ver el Huemul y el Vespignani así fue inolvidable.
After a busy work week, celebrating my birthday between Huemul and Vespignani glaciers was exactly the reset I needed. Our guide, Martín, knew the route intimately and explained how the lenga trees recover after fires, even pointing out fresh fox tracks near the trail. He kept the pace comfortable and handled the windy viewpoint calmly. The group was small, friendly, and surprisingly easygoing; we shared snacks and took turns helping on the steeper section. The two glacier views felt very different, which made the day especially rewarding. Tangol organized everything smoothly, and I left genuinely grateful.
Fizemos o passeio na nossa lua de mel e foi um dos dias mais bonitos da viagem. A trilha até o Huemul passou por bosque e mirantes, e a navegação pelo lago Viedma revelou blocos azuis flutuando perto do barco. Depois caminhamos pela margem até o Vespignani, com vento forte e montanhas enormes. O guia foi paciente; até vimos condores sobrevoando o vale. Variado, tranquilo e perfeito para celebrar juntos.
Für unsere Jubiläumsreise war dieser Ausflug ein echtes Highlight. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis stimmt: Transfer, Bootsfahrt über den Lago del Desierto, Eintritt und die beiden sehr unterschiedlichen Wanderungen waren bereits enthalten. Zum Huemul-Gletscher ging es durch einen kurzen, gut machbaren Waldweg; später konnten wir am Vespignani-Gletscher zwischen mehreren Schwierigkeitsstufen wählen. Unsere Gruppe nahm die mittlere Route und stand erstaunlich nah am Eis. Besonders praktisch: Unser Guide zeigte uns eine kleine Kondor-Beobachtungsstelle und hatte Mate dabei. Alles lief pünktlich, ohne Verkaufsdruck. Für einen ganzen Tag mit Landschaft, Bewegung und Gletschererlebnis fanden wir den Preis absolut fair.
Après une année bien chargée, cette sortie nous a fait un bien fou. Le minibus est venu nous chercher à l’heure devant notre hébergement à El Chaltén, et les horaires annoncés ont été respectés sans stress. Le trajet vers le lac Desierto offrait déjà de magnifiques paysages. À Huemul, le sentier forestier débouche sur une eau turquoise et le glacier. Vespignani impressionne avec ses crevasses bleutées; nous avons pique-niqué près d’un bosquet de ñires. Les retours se sont enchaînés parfaitement. Fatigués, nous sommes rentrés ravis.
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