Loma de las Pizarras full day trekking
Enjoy a great trekking day in Loma de las Pizarras peak in company with Merlin, a local guide that will lead this adventure better than anyone. A challenging hike specially suitable for experienced hikers!
Andes
1 Day
Jan - Apr, Oct - Dec
Description
I’d like to propose a full day trekking to Loma de las Pizarras. It’s consists in a non technical climb to enjoy one of the most wonderful views of the Patagonia: Cerro Torre and Mount Fitz Roy will beautify your eyes.
Please, find here below some extra details of this amazing full day trekking in Loma de las Pizarras, near El Chaltén in Santa Cruz. Take into account you will need a good physical shape. The total walking time of the day will be 10-12 hours.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Our trail head will be “Laguna Torre” from El Chaltén. We start the hike early in the morning until we reach the place where the “Mother and Daughter” Lagoons (Lagunas Madre e Hija) are joined.
Once in there, we’ll start to hike up across a forest. Then, we continue gaining altitude along the Southeast Ridge of Loma de las Pizarras peak in order to finally reach the 1700-meter summit.
If the climate allows you can enjoy a perfect panoramic sight of the region! The descend can be done by the Fitz Roy Trail. It leads us to Laguna Madre (Mother Lagoon) and then, to El Chaltén. On the contrary, we can descend by the same way we ascended.
So, if you want to book your place or have some question before making up your mind, please contact me now. I await your message hoping you can join me in this Patagonian trek.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
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About the guide
Merlín
5.00
(80)
Mountain Guide
Certified UIAGM-IFMGA Mountain Guide from Argentina.
I live in El Chaltén since 1998. I'm originally from Bariloche and I started with mountain activities when I was 15 years old. I've done climbing and ascents in many mountains of Patagonia, Perú, Bolivia, United States and Europe; such as Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, Alpamayo, El Capitán, Mont Blanc and Aconcagua among others. I'm also a Ski Instructor and I am passionate for backcountry ski.
I speak fluent English, Italian and French and have been leading trips and expeditions for more than 20 years. I work together with a group of guides, so if I'm not available for the trip you request, one of my colleagues will guide you!
Certificates
AAGM | UIAGM
What people are saying about Merlín
5.00
We came to El Chalten late season (mid to late May) and wandered into Merlin's office hoping to find an open climbing guide. We discussed options with him given the upcoming weather and our abilities and ended up doing a day of sport climbing and a day of mountaineering on Cerro Madsen. Through both adventures he was knowledgeable, friendly, and safe. He encouraged us through the entire climb and even brought some treats for the top. I would highly recommend Mountaineering Patagonia if you are in search of a guide.
5.00
Had a great trip with Merlin and looking forward to a return trip next year. Highly recommended to anyone looking to explore the mountains near El Chalten or wherever he happens to be guiding.
5.00
Merlin is everything you would expect from a professional mountain guide and more. He looked after our creature comforts in camp with hot tea and hot meals not from a package. He will push you hard when on the move and is happy when you succeed. I highly recommend his service in the mountains and the accommodations he offers in town. Would be my first Choice for our next trip!
5.00
Awesome trip, challenging but incredibly rewarding. Thanks for such an excellent trip Merlin, will remember it for ages!
5.00
We just completed the Base Camps Trek with Frederico and it was incredible! It exceeded all our expectations, everything was taken care of, and Merlin and his team are great! Can't wait to do the Huemul Loop in the next year or two.
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