Patagonia route: Torres del Paine to El Chaltén, 6 stops

This 2360 km route traverses Patagonia across Chile and Argentina, covering the region's most iconic landscapes. The journey connects Torres del Paine in Chile with Mount Fitzroy in Argentina, showcasing jagged granite peaks, turquoise lakes, and windswept plains across approximately 7 minutes of travel.

Distance
2360.0 km
Mode
Places
Start
Patagonia Solo Journey
End
El Chaltén
Stops
6
Video author
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Stops on this route

  1. Patagonia Solo Journey
  2. Torres del Paine
  3. Mount Fitz Roy — Iconic 3,405-meter granite peak in Argentine Patagonia near El Chaltén, famous for striking silhouette and challenging trekking routes.
  4. Mirador Condor — Rocky overlook within Torres del Paine National Park providing panoramic views of turquoise lakes and granite peaks below.
  5. Lago Nordenskjöld — Turquoise glacial lake in Torres del Paine National Park, visible from Mirador Condor viewpoint.
  6. El Chaltén — Small mountain village in Argentine Patagonia serving as base camp for Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre trekking, known for outdoor recreation.

Useful for your trip

Transport
El Chaltén is approximately 8 hours by road from Torres del Paine, just across the border from Chile into Argentina.
Tip
Weather in Patagonia changes constantly, so there is never a perfect time to hike. Plan to go for trails regardless of forecasts rather than waiting for ideal conditions.
Tip
The trail to Fitz Roy climbs slowly through a forest of Larch trees before opening to views of the Río de los Éxtasis Valley.
Timing
Plan to view sunrise at Mount Fitz Roy. The peaks shift from deep blue to fire orange, then soft pinks and golds during the first light.
Tip
Mirador Condor is a short, steep climb that offers views overlooking turquoise waters and is accessible as an afternoon hike from Torres del Paine.
Tip
Guanacos (wild relatives of llamas) can be spotted on the wide open plains outside El Chaltén. They travel in herds and are native to the region.

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