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Why visit El Chalten?

El Chaltén is a small mountain village in Santa Cruz Province, Argentine Patagonia, inside the northern section of Los Glaciares National Park. It lies at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, two of the most famous peaks in the Andes. The village is known as Argentina's national trekking capital, and many trails start right from its streets.

The most popular day hike leads to Laguna de los Tres, a glacial lake directly below the granite spires of Fitz Roy. Another classic trail follows the valley to Laguna Torre and its view of Cerro Torre. Shorter walks reach Laguna Capri, the Mirador de los Condores and the Chorrillo del Salto waterfall. A road north of the village leads to Lago del Desierto, surrounded by forest and mountains. Climbers from around the world come here to attempt the steep granite walls of the area. After a day on the trails, the village offers hearty Patagonian food and locally brewed craft beer. Weather changes quickly, so carry layers and rain gear on every hike.

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When to go to El Chalten

The best months for El Chalten are November, December, January, February and March. Highs then sit around 14°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

Jan
15°
low 7°
17 wet days
Feb
16°
low 7°
15 wet days
Mar
13°
low 6°
17 wet days
Apr
10°
low 3°
16 wet days
May
7°
low 0°
14 wet days
Jun
4°
low -2°
15 wet days
Jul
3°
low -3°
16 wet days
Aug
5°
low -2°
16 wet days
Sep
6°
low -1°
15 wet days
Oct
9°
low 2°
16 wet days
Nov
12°
low 4°
15 wet days
Dec
14°
low 6°
17 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at El Chaltén, Santa Cruz. Source: Open-Meteo.

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El Chalten — common questions

When is the best time to visit El Chalten?

The best months for El Chalten are November, December, January, February and March. Highs then sit around 14°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

What is the weather like in El Chalten?

February is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 16°C. July is the coolest, around 3°C by day and -3°C at night. January is the wettest, with about 17 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is El Chalten known for?

El Chalten is best known for nature and adventure. The things people come for: Fitz Roy, Laguna de los Tres, Laguna Torre, hiking trails from the village.

Who is El Chalten best suited to?

El Chalten works particularly well for solo travellers, couples, groups of friends and backpackers. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in El Chalten?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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