Connecting Three Mountain Passes

Paso Techado Negro - Paso Agachonas - Paso del Viento

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

physical exertion

Total duration

4 days
(3 nights)

Connecting Three Mountain Passes

Paso Techado Negro - Paso Agachonas - Paso del Viento

DIFFICULTY

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Intermediate

EXIGENCY

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Moderate High

Duration

4 days
(3 nights)

Program detail

INTRODUCTION

Enjoy the best and most varied views of the Fitz Roy and Torre mountain ranges from on high while not having to climb to any specific summit. This itinerary is ideal for those who enjoy hiking but are not interested in climbing mountains, are in good physical condition but are also after a bit of a challenge, and want to mostly avoid the other hikers who follow the standard trails around El Chaltén.

ATTRACTIONS

• Enjoy an almost unknown view of Cerro Torre and Cerro Fitz Roy from a privileged vantage point atop the Loma de las Pizarras 

• Cross the Río Fitz Roy by zipline for a unique, panoramic view of the Cerro Torre and Cerro Fitz Roy mountain ranges from the Agachonas Pass

• Cross the Río Túnel by zipline and climb to the Paso del Viento for an unforgettable view of the South Patagonia Icefield – the third-largest icecap in the world

ITINERARY

Day 1:
Loma de las Pizarras & Techado Negro Pass

From El Chalten, we start by following the typical trail towards the Laguna de los Tres but then veer off to enter the valley of Laguna Sucia. We have something to eat while enjoying the spectacular view of Cerro Fitz Roy from this little visited location before crossing the river and ascending diagonally towards Cerro Techado Negro. We will look for the best possible route for this ascent, avoiding loose rocks wherever possible. From the pass, we have spectacular views of the most important valleys of the Los Glaciares National Park and the impressive spires of the Torre and Fitz Roy mountain ranges.  We will descend via a gully to the forest in the valley near the moraine and camp the night there.

Services: 1 night in wild camp, boxed lunch, dinner

Estimated Duration

10 hours

Distance

24 kms.

Elevation Gain

+ 1850 mts.

Elevation loss

- 450 mts.

Physical demand

Intense
Day 2:
Río Fitz Roy Zipline - Paso de Agachonas - Laguna Toro

We will rise early for an intense but incredible last day of hiking. Early on, we will get the adrenaline flowing by crossing the raging Río Fitz Roy by zip line. This will, undoubtedly, wake you up if you are still struggling to shrug off sleep! Once safely to the other side, we will follow the trail across another moraine and enter a forest. Note how the trees get smaller as we ascend. Our steep climb to the Paso de las Agachonas is well worth the effort though, as the view across to Cerro Torre and Glacier Grande is spectacular.

The challenging Patagonian wind will almost certainly find us here to deliver a taste of the strength and chill-factor for which it is famous. However, while we brave the elements, we will be able to see the entirety of the Fitz Roy and Torres mountain ranges, the Paso del Viento (Windy Pass), and, if the weather permits, some of the snow-capped peaks of mountains in the South Patagonian Icefield. This is one of the least visited viewpoints in the park so you will have unique photographs to showcase your adventures with us.

From this point, we will descend towards the Río Túnel valley and Laguna Toro (Bull Lake)

Services: 1 night of wild camping with breakfast, a boxed lunch and dinner provided.

Estimated Duration

9 hours

Distance

15 kms.

Elevation Gain

+ 1380 mts.

Elevation loss

- 650 mts.

Physical demand

Moderate High
Day 3:
Río Túnel Zipline y Paso del Viento

Our goal for the day is to reach the Paso del Viento (Windy Pass) with its indescribable view of the world’s second-largest icecap - the South Patagonia Icefield.

Near the start of our hike, we will cross the Río Túnel on a zip line before beginning our climb through this area of medium-tall and high mountains. We will trek through a beautiful rock canyon, hike up a glacial moraine, and cross the upper Túnel glacier. The ascent will be gradual but intense, with unstable footing and headwinds that can sometimes make progress more difficult (it’s not called the Windy Pass for nothing!) But rest assured, the view once we reach the top is unforgettable!  From here we have unparalleled views of the South Patagonia icecap stretched out before us, and the Viedma Glacier spilling down off of it.

Once we are ready, we will descend via the same route to our campsite of the night before for a well-earned meal and good night's sleep.

Services: 1 night of wild camping with breakfast, a boxed lunch and dinner provided.

Estimated Duration

9 hours

Distance

17 kms.

Elevation Gain

+ 1450 mts.

Elevation loss

- 800 mts.

Physical demand

Intense
Day 4:
Río Túnel Valley - Pliegue del Tumbado - El Chalté

Our final day of trekking will follow one of the least frequented trails in the area. At first, we will follow the valley of the Río Túnel and then slowly ascend in the direction of the Loma del Pliegue Tumbado. As we make our way back to El Chaltén, we will have beautiful views of Lake Viedma, and every gap between the trees of the forest will reward us with new angles towards Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.

We will arrive back in town during the afternoon where it will be time for a hot, luxurious shower!

Services: Breakfast and boxed lunch.

Estimated Duration

6 hours

Distance

16 kms.

Elevation Gain

+ 800 mts.

Elevation loss

- 450 mts.

Physical demand

Moderate High

NOTES

Our campsites are wild and participants should help to set up the camps. Access to drinking water is available throughout most of the hike.

MAP

EQUIPMENT LIST

What you need to bring

Backpack 60-65 liters
Sunglasses
Headlamp
Water container (ideally Nalgene)
Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher) and lip balm
Personal hygiene items
Mosquito / horsefly repellent
0.5L thermos
Bowl, spoon and cup
Sleeping bag -12C comfort (ideal duvet)
Inflatable insulation (ideal Thermarest)

Recommended clothing

Comfortable trekking shoes, ideally waterproof
Crocs or comfortable shoes to rest in the camp
Rain jacket
Softshell or windstopper jacket with hood
Lightweight waterproof pant cover
Trekking pants
Thermal underwear (pants/shirt)
Trekking socks
Fleece or windstopper gloves
Impervious gloves (optional)
Warm hat and sun cap
Fleece Neckerchief or Scarf or Buff (optional)
Down jacket or light coat

INCLUDED SERVICES

Permits required during the program
All meals during the tour *
Camping equipment (tent and community kitchen equipment)
Technical and safety equipment for the program (harness, helmet, rope, carabiner)
VHF and/or Satellite communication
Bilingual Mountain guide

NOT INCLUDED SERVICES

Transfer from / to El Calafate
Accommodation in El Calafate or El Chalten
Personal travel health insurance
Tips
Meals outside those expressed in the program
Porters
Personal equipment
Any other service not specified above

OPEN DEPARTURES

There are no scheduled departures yet.

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