Huemul Glacier
Steps away from Lago del Desierto, a frozen wonder from Argentine Patagonia awaits you.
Live the adventure of getting close to a white world. Very near El Chaltén, the Huemul glacier awaits. Start your journey on a level road, where you’ll make progress smoothly. Skirt streams, cross bridges, and see the environment changing with every step. Suddenly, the path rises and invites you to climb. Will you take the challenge? Breathe in, and start a trek that will reward you with a major prize: arriving at the glacier.
Admire the immensity of this natural wonder. Behold the ever-lasting snow on the mounts protecting the area. Watch the lagoon and its crystal-clear water reflecting the snow-covered peaks of the Andes. Breathe the pure air, and listen to the singing of the birds that own the skies in this place. And, on the way back, feel the magic of a forest that feels enchanted. Live this experience in the province of Santa Cruz.
Geographic location: Province of Santa Cruz, Argentine Patagonia.
Area: 59,982 hectares.
Altitude: It reaches 2,677 meters above sea level.
Climate: Cold and dry.
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: Warm clothes, suitable for very low temperatures.