Poincenot Campsite

Weather

The weather in Patagonia is very changeable and the wind can be very strong. The days can go from sunny to rain, hail and even snow in spring (Sep-Nov), with a daytime temperature of 15°C and 0-5°C at night. The wind can make the environment feel colder. It is advisable to come prepared for all types of weather and with good quality clothing.

Timeline

Day 1

El Chaltén-Rio Electrico-Camp Poincenot-Laguna de los 3

We will take a transfer from El Chalten to the Rio Electrico bridge, where our adventure will begin. From here we will walk through the Rio Blanco valley, with stunning views of the Fitz Roy Range on our right all along the way. We will pass in front of the Piedras Blancas Glacier, on a path that crosses the forest and although it has ups and downs, it has little slope. After about 3 hours we will arrive at our camp. After resting we will climb to the Laguna de los Tres, the most challenging part of the walk, which will leave us at the foot of the imposing Mount Fitz Roy. Return to the camp, where they wait for us with dinner ready and then to rest.

Distance 10 Km
Elevation 650 m
Moderate difficulty
Duration 6-7 hours

Day 2

Poincenot Campsite-Torre Lake-El Chaltén

After a good breakfast, we begin the walk south towards the Mother and Daughter Lagoons trail, which crosses a beautiful Andean Patagonian forest, a good time to contemplate it. After about 3/4 hours we will arrive at Laguna Torre, with beautiful views of the Cerro Torre range, Cerro Solo and Adelas, as well as different glaciers. We have lunch and begin the return trip, which takes about three hours, to EL Chalten.

Distance 18 Km
Elevation 250 m
Low difficulty
Duration 7-8 hours

Personal equipment

• 25-30L backpack

• Waterproof backpack cover

• 1-liter water container

• Synthetic shirt and spare

• Fleece or windbreaker

• Waterproof jacket

• Trekking footwear

• Comfortable footwear for camp

• Waterproof overpants

• Trekking pants, softshell or similar

• Warm jacket, down or synthetic

• Trekking socks and spare

• Gloves

• UV-filter sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• Sun hat, buff, warm hat

• Trekking poles

• Headlamp with spare batteries

• Personal hygiene kit, toilet paper

• Ziploc bags

• Pocket knife

Included

• Mountain guide

• First aid kit

• VHF Radio

• All meals (breakfast and dinner in an organized camp with a dining dome, tables, benches and dishes)

• Double tents

• Sleeping bag

• Mattress

• Transfer to Rio Electrico

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