South Patagonia
3 Days Activity
Training Required
Glacier Travel
Filo del Hombre Sentado offers a thrilling adventure in El Chaltén, where you can explore the dramatic landscapes and icy terrains of Patagonia. Traverse a pristine glacier, walking on ancient ice and witnessing the incredible formations carved by centuries of natural forces.
2 nights camping
1-2 People per guide
Elevation Gain 1300m
October to December
We will start the approach along the Eléctrico valley. After we get to “Piedra del Fraile”, we will head up on very steep trail terrain to the base of the glacier. The campsite is called “Piedra Negra”. Elevation gain is 1000m. Hiking time approx 5hs.
Early start to climb to continue with crampons and rope to the “Paso del Cuadrado” Pass; the views are worth the effort on a clear day! We continue down to traverse the “Inferior Fitz Roy Glacier”, in order to access to the ridge of “Filo del Hombre Sentado” : the views are very unique here, with the west face of Fitz Roy and the East Face of Cerro Torre! Back same way to PIedra Negra Camp in the Afternoon. Hiking time 8-10 hs depending on the snow conditions.
Descent to Piedra del Fraile and back to Rio Electrico Bridge. Drive back to El Chaltén. Hiking time approx 5hs.
Note: The Itinerary can be modified and should be considered only as a guide. External factors such as the conditions of the snow or weather conditions could change the original plan, and your Guide will have the criteria to change the program if he considers it necessary. This will not entitle passengers to claim any compensation.
* Please make sure you have all requested equipment. If you need to rent some of these items, please let us know in advance.
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To help you choose and prepare for our activities, we described the Level of Difficulty that corresponds to the physical effort, and technical skills required:
Physical Training Difficulty:
Moderate: Main Trails along the National Park, with distances between 5 and 18 km distance, and elevation gain lower than 500m.
Intermediate: Could involve some terrain off-trail and steep screes. Distances between 10 and 20 km, elevation gain between 500 and 1000m.
Difficult: Semi-technical Alpine terrain, could involve steep screes, scrambling, moraines, glaciers, snow, etc. Elevation gain 1000m or more.
Very Difficult: Technical Alpine Terrain; could involve rock climbing, Ice Climbing or Ski Touring. Elevation gain 1000-1500m or more.
Technical Skills:
Trekking experience required: previous backpacking 2 to 3 days.
Winter experience required: backpacking in winter conditions 3 to 4 days.
Glacier experience required: technical use of crampons and ice axe.
Climbing experience required: Alpine ascents on multi-pitch routes; rock or ice climbing. (Or both).
Ski touring experience required: Backcountry ski descents & skinning uphill.
Use of beacon, probe & shovel.
Daily programs do not include packed lunch (you can request with an additional cost). All our multi-day programs (ascents, trekking, expeditions) include the Expedition meals as detailed below. (You could bring some of your personal snacks as well).
EXPEDITION MEALS
Breakfast:
• Coffee, Tea, milk, sugar, etc.
• Muesli (cereals).
• Cookies.
Pack lunch:
• Cereal bar
• Trail mix
• Chocolate bar
• Bread or crackers
• Assorted cheeses and cold meats.
Snack:
• Peanuts
• Crackers
• Olives, etc.
Dinner:
• Instant Soup
• Main dish: Pasta, risotto or stew. (In some cases, could be dehydrated or freeze dry meals).
• Dessert: Chocolate bonbons - Herbal tea.
For a reference of the estimated weight you will be carrying in your backpack, according to the activity you choose, you can use the next chart:
| Activity | Weight Range |
|---|---|
| Hiking 1 day | 5-8 kg |
| Trekking 4-6 days | 15-18 kg |
| Mt. Ascents & Alpine Climbs 3 days | 18-20 kg |
| Ice Field Expeditions 8 days | 22-24 kg |
| Ski Touring 1 day | 14-16 kg |
Yes, definitely! We are specialized on Custom Trips, and we can provide also the following services: Transportation, Lodging, Expedition Meals, Porters. We also provide services for Travel Companies, Photographers and Private Groups.
We highly recommend booking 90 days in advance, in order to find services available.
Our goal is to follow plan A, but if the weather or terrain conditions do not allow it, you will be offered a plan B or C, in order to use our services as best as possible.
info@mount-patagonia.com
+54 9 2966 60-7070
10am to 5pm
Eduardo Brenner 88 (9301) - El Chaltén.
