Fitz Roy is a symbol of Patagonia. Together with Cerro Torre they are probably two most photogenic peaks in Patagonia. You can find them both in the mountain chain close to El Chalten.

El Chalten is being considered as the Argentinian Mecca for all hikers. There is a whole network of hiking routes which you can combine according to the time you have available and your stamina. The most popular track leads to Lagos de Los Tres which lies just at the bottom of Fitz Roy. You can admire the spectacular peak of Fitz Roy as well as the view to the valley with Lago Viedma.

Things I recommend in El Chalten

• Hike to Lago de Los Tres

How to get to El Chalten

• By bus from El Calafate
• By hitch hiking