Patagonia Adventure: From Tango to Torres
- Sep 15, 2025
- 10 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Discover the raw beauty of Patagonia on a trekking adventure like no other! Tap your feet to the lively rhythms of Argentina's famed tango music in Buenos Aires before taking off on the adventure of a lifetime. Journey to El Chaltén, a hiker’s paradise surrounded by towering peaks, and marvel at the majestic glaciers of El Calafate.
Cross into Chile to explore Puerto Natales, a charming town on the edge of Patagonia’s wilderness, before venturing into the iconic Torres del Paine National Park, renowned for its dramatic landscapes of jagged mountains, turquoise lakes, and sweeping valleys. This expedition is perfect for those seeking adventure, connection with nature, and memories that will last a lifetime. Lace up your boots and join us for this extraordinary trek through Patagonia’s most stunning destinations!
DESTINATIONS: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Chalten, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, Torres Del Paine, and Santiago de Chile.
TRAVEL DATE: 2/5/2027 – 2/20/2027
EARLY BIRDS PRICE: $6,450 (Price valid until 5/15/2026)
PACKAGE PRICE: $6,850 (After 5/15/2026)
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS:
Buenos Aires:
Experience the vibrant culture and energy of Argentina’s capital city.
Tap your feet to the lively rhythms of Argentina's famed tango music.
Savor world-class Argentine cuisine and wines.
El Chaltén:
Trek through the heart of Argentina’s trekking capital, surrounded by the Fitz Roy Massif.
Discover scenic trails, including Laguna de los Tres and Laguna Capri.
Immerse yourself in pristine wilderness and breathtaking mountain views.
El Calafate:
Marvel at the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Witness the awe-inspiring calving of massive ice chunks into turquoise waters.
Visit the Glaciarium, an interactive museum dedicated to Patagonian glaciers.
Puerto Natales:
Wander the charming streets of this gateway to Patagonia’s wild landscapes.
Enjoy the serene views of fjords and mountains along the Última Esperanza Sound.
Prepare for your journey into Torres del Paine National Park.
Torres del Paine National Park:
Hike the legendary trails of this world-renowned park, including the W Trek and Base of the Towers.
Hike into the dramatic Frances Valley, known for its breathtaking views.
Admire the unique combination of glaciers, rugged peaks, and lush valleys.
Encounter diverse wildlife, including guanacos, condors, and foxes.
Witness the splendor of Torres del Paine’s iconic landscapes, away from the more crowded W Trek trails.
Ushuaia:
Explore the world’s southernmost city, where the Andes meet the Beagle Channel.
Cruise through icy waters to observe penguins, sea lions, and cormorants on nearby islands.
Venture into Tierra del Fuego National Park for serene forest walks and glacier-fed lakes.
Savor Patagonian cuisine and the unique sense of being at the edge of the world.
TREKKING DIFFICULTY OVERVIEW
El Chaltén (Laguna de los Tres):
Difficulty: Moderate
Well-marked trails with some steep sections, but manageable for those with basic fitness.
Suitable for beginners who are prepared for full-day hikes with moderate elevation gain.
El Calafate (Perito Moreno Glacier Viewpoints):
Difficulty: Easy
Accessible viewpoints with optional boat tours or ice-trekking for those seeking extra adventure.
Very beginner-friendly.
Torres del Paine (W Trek & Frances Valley):
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Features varied terrain, including steep climbs to the Base of the Towers and French Valley, rocky paths, and potential muddy sections.
Ideal for intermediate to advanced hikers, or beginners who have prior multi-day trekking experience and are prepared for a challenging journey.
Overall Suitability for Beginners
The trip is beginner-friendly with preparation: If you are reasonably fit, comfortable walking 6–8 hours on varied terrain, and willing to train a bit beforehand (e.g., practice hikes with some elevation), you should be able to enjoy the experience.
Beginners with no prior trekking experience are encouraged to build endurance and break in proper hiking footwear before the trip.
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE:
Day 1 – 2 (Fri, 2/5 – Sat, 2/6): LAX – Buenos Aires
Day 2 (Sat, 2/6): Arrival in Buenos Aries. City tour, dinner & Tango show (D)
Day 3 (Sun, 2/7): Fly to Ushuaia (B)
Day 4 (Mon, 2/8): Tierra del Fuego National Park (B, P, D)
Day 5 (Tue, 2/9): Beagle Channel & Penguin cruise excursion (B, D)
Day 6 (Wed, 2/10): Fly to (Via EL Calafate) to El Chaltén (B, D)
Day 7 (Thu, 2/11): Full-day trek to Laguna de los Tres (B, P, D)Day 8 (Fri, 2/12): Full-day trek to Laguna Torre (B, P, D)
Day 9 (Sat, 2/13): Transfer El Chaltén to El Calafate by private bus (B, D)
Day 10 (Sun, 2/14): Full-day Perito Moreno Glacier & Mayo Spirit Trek (B, P, D)
Day 11 (Mon, 2/15): Private Bus transfer to Puerto Natales, Chile (B, D)
Day 12 (Tue, 2/16): Hike to Base Las Torres (B, P, D)
Day 13 (Wed, 2/17): Hike to French Valley (B, P, D)
Day 14 (Thu, 2/18): Hike to Grey Glacier & farewell Torres del Paine (B, P, D)
Day 15 (Fri, 2/19): Flight to Santiago de Chile (B)
Day 16 (Sat, 2/20): Santiago de Chile – LAX (B)
PRICE INCLUDES:
Domestic flights
Private transportation and transfers
Private English speaking mountain guide(s)
All activities & excursions described in the itinerary
Superior hotels + Weskar Lodge
Daily breakfast, 7 picnic lunches, 12 dinners (3-course meals)
Entrance fees and any other fees of the scenic spots as required
PRICE EXCLUDES:
International flight
Travel & health insurance
Tipping: $10 person/day for driver(s) and mountain guide(s). To be collected prior to the trip
Personal expenses/meals/sightseeing that are not listed in itinerary
RESERVATION:
Call Catherine at Tarzana Tour and Travel at 626-380-7948
Email a copy of your passport to catherine@tarzanatour.com
By putting your deposit, you have read and agreed to the following:
Reservation Deadline & Cancellation Policy ($500 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable)
Disclaimer / Release of Liability Agreement
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the current global climate, we strongly recommend all guests purchase flight and travel insurance to cover all contingencies and nonrefundable deposits and expenses.
Airfares are constantly fluctuating now more than ever, making prices subject to change without prior notice.
A reservation without a deposit does not secure your spot on the trip.
ITINERARY DETAILS:
Day 1–2 (Fri, Feb 5 – Sat, Feb 6): LAX → Buenos Aires: Crossing Hemispheres
Overnight international flight to Argentina.
The journey begins quietly, somewhere between departure gates and anticipation.
Leaving Los Angeles behind, we cross into the southern hemisphere—toward a land shaped by wind, silence, and vast distances.
Day 2 (Sat, Feb 6): Arrival in Buenos Aires: Where Rhythm Lives (D)
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a short rest before beginning our exploration of Argentina’s vibrant capital, often called the “Paris of South America.”
Our guided city tour includes:
La Boca – colorful streets and artistic heritage
San Telmo – historic district with colonial charm
Plaza de Mayo – site of key historical events, including the May Revolution
Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
Recoleta – elegant neighborhood and its famous cemetery, resting place of Eva Perón
In the evening, enjoy a traditional tango dinner show at El Querandí, located in the historic San Telmo district. This iconic venue presents the evolution of tango through music, dance, and costume. In a dimly lit hall, dancers move with precision and longing. Music rises, pauses, and pulls you in. It is not just performance—it is memory, desire, and history woven together.
Overnight: Principado Downtown Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Airport transfer is included only if you are arriving at the same time as the majority of the group, 5-hour guided city tour, Recoleta Cemetery entry, Tango Show El Querandii with 3-course dinner (20 options); malbec/ chardonney/water/tea/coffee
Day 3 (Sun, Feb 7): Buenos Aires → Ushuaia: To the End of the World (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, located in Tierra del Fuego. The landscape shifts. The air sharpens. Mountains rise, and the sea feels closer. Here, the world begins to feel quieter.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time.
Overnight: Canal Beagle Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Airport transfers
Day 4 (Mon, Feb 8): Tierra del Fuego National Park: Where Forest Meets Sea (B, P, D)
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, where the Andes meet the sea. In Tierra del Fuego National Park, the land feels untouched, almost primordial.
We walk through forests that stretch toward the water, where the Andes soften into coastline.The trail leads us to Lapataia Bay, where the road ends—and where, for a moment, it feels like the continent does too.
Wind moves through everything here. Trees, water, sky. You begin to notice how small you are—and how peaceful that can feel.
Highlights:
Scenic drive along National Route 3
Views of the Beagle Channel
Trekking through forests, valleys, and coastal landscapes
Visit Lapataia Bay, meaning “bay of good wood” in the Yámana language
Return to Ushuaia in the afternoon.
Dinner: Lola Resto
Overnight: Los Naranjos Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Full-day guided excursion, park entrance, lunch box, 3-course dinner (drinks not included)
Day 5 (Tue, Feb 9): Beagle Channel & Penguin Cruise (B, D)
We sail into the Beagle Channel, where the horizon opens wide.
Sea lions rest on rocky islands. Birds circle overhead. A lighthouse stands against the elements, steady and solitary.
Further out, we encounter penguins—quiet, distant, completely at home in this remote place.
The boat moves gently through the water, and time seems to stretch.
Bird Island (albatrosses, gulls, skuas)
Sea Lion Island
Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse
Views of Argentina and Chile coastlines
Continue to Martillo Island to observe Magellanic and Gentoo penguins (from the boat).
Dinner: Casimiro Biguá
Overnight: Los Naranjos Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Shared cruise excursion, 3-course dinner (drinks not included)
Day 6 (Wed, Feb 10): Ushuaia → El Calafate → El Chaltén: Into Patagonia (B, D)
We fly north to El Calafate, then onward to El Chaltén—a small town held in the shadow of mountains, and Argentina’s trekking capital at the base of Mount Fitz Roy.
The road feels endless.
Steppe, sky, and the sense of entering somewhere wild and uncontained.
By the time we arrive, the peaks of Fitz Roy appear—sharp, distant, almost unreal.
Dinner: Hotel restaurant
Overnight: Chaltén Suites (Breakfast included)
Included: Transfers, 3-course dinner (soft drink included without alcohol)
Day 7 (Thu, Feb 11): Trek to Laguna de los Tres: The Path to Fitz Roy (B, P, D)
Full-day guided trek to Laguna de los Tres, one of Patagonia’s most iconic viewpoints.
We begin early.
The trail to Laguna de los Tres is long and demanding, winding through forests and open valleys. With each step, the mountain draws closer.
The final ascent is steep, testing both body and breath. And then—suddenly—the view opens.
Fitz Roy stands before us, reflected in a glacial lake.
Silent. Immovable. Vast.
No photograph quite captures it.You don’t speak much here. You just stand and take it in.
Distance: ~17–21 km
Duration: 8–9 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fitz Roy and surrounding glaciers.
Dinner: Hotel restaurant Overnight: Chaltén Suites (Breakfast included)
Included: Guide, transfers, park entry, lunch box, 3-course dinner (soft drink included without alcohol)
Day 8 (Fri, Feb 12): Trek to Laguna Torre: The Quiet of Laguna Torre (B, P, D)
Another spectacular trek to Laguna Torre, with views of the dramatic Cerro Torre.
The path to Laguna Torre feels gentler, more contemplative. Forests, rivers, and long stretches where only the sound of footsteps remains.
At the end, Cerro Torre rises—jagged and severe, often veiled by clouds.
It feels less triumphant, more introspective.
A different kind of beauty.
Distance: ~20 km
Duration: ~8 hours
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Spot wildlife and enjoy panoramic views of glaciers and valleys.
Dinner: Hotel restaurant Overnight: Chaltén Suites (Breakfast included)I
Included: Guide, park entry, lunch box, 3-course dinner (soft drink included without alcohol)
Day 9 (Sat, Feb 13): El Chaltén → El Calafate: Return to El Calafate (B, D)
Private transfer to El Calafate. After days of movement, the town feels almost lively.
A pause. A moment to rest or explore the town before continuing deeper into Patagonia.
Dinner: Local restaurant
Overnight: Konke Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Transfer, 3-course dinner (drinks not included)
Day 10 (Sun, Feb 14): Perito Moreno Glacier & Mayo Spirit Trek: Ice That Moves (B, P, D)
At Perito Moreno Glacier, the scale is difficult to comprehend.
Walls of ice stretch across the landscape—blue, white, and constantly shifting.
You hear it before you see it fully. Cracks, groans, sudden thunder as ice breaks and falls into the water.
It is alive in its own way—slow, powerful, and indifferent to time.
Boat navigation through Lake Argentino
Walks in Patagonian forest
Views of hanging glaciers
Visit the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier from both boat and walkways
Dinner: La Tablita
Overnight: Konke Hotel (Breakfast included)
Included: Excursion, transfers, park entry, lunch box, 3-course dinner (water included)
Day 11 (Mon, Feb 15): El Calafate → Puerto Natales: Crossing into Chile (B, D)
We cross into Chile, arriving in Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine.
The scenery grows more dramatic. Winds stronger. Colors sharper.
There is a sense that the journey is building toward something.
Dinner: Hotel restaurant
Overnight: Weskar Lodge (Breakfast included)I
Included: Private transfer, 3-course dinner with glass of wine
Day 12 (Tue, Feb 16): Base Torres Trek: The Towers (B, P, D)
The hike to Base Las Torres is demanding from the start.
Wind pushes against you. The trail climbs steadily.
By the final stretch, the path turns rocky and steep.
And then, at the top—the reward.
Three granite towers rise straight into the sky, reflected in a glacial lagoon.
Raw. Striking. Unforgettable.
You feel the effort it took to get here. And somehow, that makes it more meaningful.
Distance: ~20 km
Elevation: up to 875 m
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Overnight: Weskar Lodge: (Breakfast included)
Included: Guide, transport, park entry, lunch box, 3-course dinner with glass of wine
Day 13 (Wed, Feb 17): French Valley Trek: Into the French Valley (B, P, D)
Trek into the scenic French Valley, part of the famous W Trek.
We cross Lake Pehoé and enter the French Valley, surrounded by peaks and hanging glaciers.
The landscape feels enclosed here, almost like a hidden amphitheater of stone and ice.
At times, you hear avalanches in the distance—reminders that this place is always in motion.
Distance: ~18.5 km
Duration: ~8 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Overnight: Weskar Lodge (Breakfast included)
Included: Guide, transport, park entry, Catamaran, lunch box, 3-course dinner with glass of wine
Day 14 (Thu, Feb 18): Grey Glacier Trek: A Final Encounter(B, P, D)
Final trek to Grey Glacier, with views of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
Ice stretches endlessly, merging with the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
We approach it by foot and by boat, drawing closer to its immense, fractured surface.
It feels like the edge of something ancient—something that has been here long before us, and will remain long after.
Distance: ~12 km
Duration: ~8 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Overnight: Weskar Lodge (Breakfast included)
Included: Guide, transport, park entry tickets, Catamaran, lunch box, 3-course dinner with glass of wine
Day 15 (Fri, Feb 19): Puerto Natales → Santiago: Returning (B)
We leave Patagonia behind and fly to Santiago.
The city feels different now.
Louder. Faster. More contained.
After days in open landscapes, you carry the quiet with you.
Overnight: Novapark Hotel (Breakfast included) Included: Airport transfer
Day 16 (Sat, Feb 20): Santiago → LAX: Journey Home (B)
We begin the return.
But something has shifted.
Patagonia is not just a place you visit—it is something you experience deeply, and then carry with you.
In the stillness.
In the wind.
In the memory of standing at the edge of the world.
Included: Airport transfer is included only if you are departing at the same time as the majority of the group.
Notes & Suggestions
This is a physically demanding itinerary with multiple trekking days back-to-back. Prior physical preparation is essential to fully enjoy and sustain the experience.
Weather in Patagonia is highly unpredictable—prepare for wind, rain, and rapid changes.
Layered clothing and good hiking gear are essential.
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