El Chaltén: hikes to Laguna de los Tres, Capri and Laguna Torre
Quick answer: The three classic hikes in El Chaltén have different reference prices depending on the route: Laguna Capri is the lowest-priced option of the three and Laguna de los Tres is the one that reaches the base of Fitz Roy. The options with the price of each are below.
Updated November 4, 2026.
Options and prices
| Tour | Place | Reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Day trip to El Chaltén | El Chaltén | US$ 109 |
| Laguna de los Tres hike | El Chaltén | from US$ 265 |
| Laguna Capri hike | El Chaltén | from US$ 157 |
| Laguna Torre hike | El Chaltén | US$ 307 |
| 2-day Fitz Roy trek | El Chaltén | US$ 232 |
| Lago del Desierto trip | El Chaltén | US$ 80 |
Per-adult reference prices, converted from reais and checked on the partners' pages on November 4, 2026. They may change.
How they differ
Laguna de los Tres is the hike that reaches the foot of Fitz Roy; Laguna Capri is a moderate-difficulty alternative with a view of the massif; Laguna Torre leads to the lake in front of Cerro Torre. The 2-day trek adds a night at a campsite. If you come from El Calafate just for the day, there are tours with a transfer.
Park entry
El Chaltén is inside Los Glaciares National Park. The National Parks publish the General daily pass rate at ARS $50,000 since June 1, 2026. Check with the park or the official online sales site for the conditions of each zone.
Quick questions
Can I do El Chaltén in a day from El Calafate?
Yes: there are day tours with a transfer and a short walk. For long hikes it is better to sleep in El Chaltén.
Which hike is the cheapest?
Among the options compared, Laguna Capri hike has the lowest reference price.
