Laguna de Los Tres Trekking

The Fitz Roy trail is one of the most popular trekking routes for nature lovers who wish to visit their destinations, such as De Las Vueltas River, Laguna CapriLaguna de Los Tres. This trail has its official start in the city of El Chaltén, the trekking capital of the Argentine Patagonia, but it is also possible to join it in El Pilar and discover other landscapes.

Trekking with Gooshe Aike

The hike to the lagoon, located at the foot of the imposing Fitz Roy mountain, owes its name to the panoramic view of three iconic peaks: Fitz Roy, Torre and Poincenot, one of the best hiking experiences that can be enjoyed from El Chaltén in Argentina.

The Gooshe Aike travel agency offers the possibility of traveling in one day the trail that leads to Laguna de Los Tres, with the option of leaving from El Calafate, joining in El Chaltén, where the bus terminal is located, and being accompanied by experienced mountain guides.

The starting point is at the Hostería El Pilar, located about 12 km from El Chaltén. Once the food has been delivered, the group begins the ascent. The first section is characterized by being relatively simple and consists of a climb to the Piedras Blancas Glacier viewpoint, and then continues to the Poincenot camp. At this point, the group divides in two, each with their own guide. Those who prefer an easier route can opt for a fork that leads to Laguna Capri, a favorite stopping place for many travelers, and return to El Chaltén. The more adventurous will continue along the more demanding trail that will finally take them to Laguna de Los Tres.

The tour culminates at the morainic ridge, an arch-shaped structure that houses the lagoon, sculpted by the action of glaciers over the ages. From there, an extraordinary view of the lagoon and the De los Tres glacier is revealed, ideal to stop and absorb the beauty of nature.

Although the Patagonia region offers a great diversity of natural attractions, the trail leading to this lagoon, with some of the most emblematic peaks in the background, is considered a must-do experience due to the breathtaking beauty of its mountainous landscape.

As for the difficulty of the hike, while the classic viewpoint is well known and many people hike the trail from El Chaltén, getting to Laguna de Los Tres is not as easy as most might imagine. Therefore, don't underestimate the challenge and trust Gooshe Aike and its mountain guides to complete the hike.

It is important to keep in mind that this area is usually windy, so it is essential to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the wind. In addition, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and carry trekking poles to facilitate the tour.