How to get from El Calafate to El Chaltén: day tour or transfer
Quick answer: There are three ways to go: a guided day tour, a hike with a transfer or a transfer only to go on your own. The transfer is the lowest-priced option among those we compare.
Updated November 4, 2026.
Options and prices
| Tour | Place | Reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Day trip to El Chaltén | El Chaltén | US$ 109 |
| Chaltén, Condor Lookout and Chorrillo del Salto | El Chaltén | US$ 119 |
| El Calafate to El Chaltén transport | El Chaltén | US$ 37 |
| El Chaltén hike from Calafate | El Chaltén | US$ 279 |
| Sunrise at El Chaltén facing Fitz Roy | El Chaltén | from US$ 616 |
Per-adult reference prices, converted from reais and checked on the partners' pages on November 4, 2026. They may change.
Which one suits you
If you have only one day: a tour that already includes the transfer and stops at viewpoints. If you want to hike: a hike departing from El Calafate. If you are staying overnight: a one-way transfer, and you come back when you finish your hikes.
What we do not know yet
We do not publish distances or bus company schedules because we could not confirm them in an official source. Check each operator's offer before planning the trip.
Quick questions
Is there a direct transfer between El Calafate and El Chaltén?
Yes, we list a transfer with a reference price of US$ 37 per adult.
Is it worth going for the day?
To see Fitz Roy without long hikes, yes. For full hikes it is better to spend at least one night.
