Cagliero Glacier
Huemul Reserve
Cagliero Glacier Ice Trekking from El Chalten
Cagliero Glacier Ice Trekking from El Chalten
Cagliero Glacier Ice Trekking from El Chalten
Cagliero Glacier Ice Trekking from El Chalten
Top Deal1 / 6

Cagliero Glacier Ice Trekking from El Chalten

(3)
El Chaltén, Argentina
ATV & Quad ToursHiking ToursCity ToursNature Tours
Instant confirmationSecure checkoutNo hidden fees

About this activity

Experience a full-day glacier trek combining forest hiking and ice walking on Cagliero Glacier in Los Huemules Reserve near El Chaltén. This adventure pairs technical ice trekking with pristine Patagonian wilderness, guided by experienced mountaineers through remote terrain.

We invite you to go on a very special activity, where we combine trails, rock and ice to live a true mountain experience. Our Trekking tour on the Cagliero Glacier will take you on a full day trip to Los Huemules reserve, one of the most beautiful areas of El Chalten. 

Together with experienced guides, you will hike along trails in the middle of the forest, until reaching the imposing Cagliero Glacier, where you will have the opportunity to walk on the ice, to reach a stunning viewpoint. Do not miss it!

Highlights

  • ✓Walk directly on Cagliero Glacier with crampons and ice axes
  • ✓Trek through old-growth Patagonian forest to the glacier base
  • ✓Reach a high-altitude viewpoint with panoramic mountain vistas
  • ✓Explore Los Huemules Reserve, a protected wilderness area
  • ✓Full-day immersion with professional mountain guides

Insider tips

  • ★Start early in the day—morning light on the ice and clearer visibility make for better photography and safer conditions
  • ★Glacier conditions vary seasonally; summer (December–February) offers longest daylight and most stable ice, but book well ahead
  • ★Bring high-SPF sunscreen and sunglasses; reflection off ice intensifies UV exposure
  • ★Wear moisture-wicking layers rather than cotton; weather can shift rapidly in the mountains

Good to know

  • •9-hour duration includes 2–3 hours of actual ice trekking plus approach hikes; expect moderate to demanding physical exertion
  • •All technical gear (crampons, ice axes, harnesses) provided and fitted by guides
  • •Minimum fitness level required: comfortable hiking 4–5 hours at altitude with gear
  • •Bring sturdy hiking boots (broken in), warm layers, waterproof jacket, and plenty of water; lunch/snacks recommended
  • •Not suitable for very young children or those with severe knee/ankle issues; guide assessment may apply

Who it's for

Adventure hikers seeking glacier experience without technical mountaineering certificationNature photographers wanting dramatic ice and forest landscapesFit outdoor enthusiasts ready for a full-day physical challengePatagonia visitors wanting to combine multiple terrain types in one excursion

Best time to visit

December to February (Austral summer) offers the most stable ice conditions, longest daylight hours, and clearest weather windows. Spring (September–November) and early autumn (March–April) are secondary options with fewer crowds but shorter days and variable conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Available
From€352
per person