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Become a mountaineer for a day by overcoming a demanding trek from Laguna Esmeralda to the imposing Ojo del Albino Glacier
Experience the thrill of venturing into the heart of the Fuegian Andes with this demanding trek designed for the most adventurous spirits. The journey begins by following the classic trail to the beautiful Laguna Esmeralda, a path surrounded by pristine nature that will immerse you in a fascinating environment of lush subantarctic forests, peat bogs, and imposing mountains.
As the journey progresses, the route deviates onto less-traveled trails, overcoming ancient beaver dams and ascending through terrain that transforms into a pure alpine landscape. The physical effort will be amply rewarded upon reaching a natural terrace that offers spectacular panoramic views of the lagoon and the Mount Olivia and Cinco Hermanos peaks. Equipped with crampons and safety poles provided by your expert guide, you will face the final technical approach and crossing section.
Once at the top, dominated by the impressive Rhino Towers, you will discover the majestic Ojo del Albino Glacier. There you will enjoy a well-deserved lunch to recharge your batteries in front of this imposing sea of ice. Get ready for an experience of personal growth and total connection with the wild nature of the End of the World. Please note that this activity requires a high physical and medium technical level, so good physical condition is required.
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Additional information
● Please select an accommodation from the list provided at the end of the booking process. The local provider will contact you before the activity starts to confirm the exact pickup time and location. If you have not received this confirmation 24 hours in advance, it is the passenger's obligation and responsibility to contact the local provider at the phone number indicated on the voucher
● Please arrive at the pickup point 15 minutes in advance to avoid delays on the pickup route. If you are not punctual, you may lose the service without the right to a refund
● Please dress according to the weather conditions. The use of comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for high mountains is recommended
● This excursion has a high physical difficulty and a medium technical difficulty, covering a total distance of 21 km with an elevation gain of 700 meters. The estimated activity time is 9 hours (5 hours going and 4 hours returning)
● The tour guide reserves the right to restrict the participation of any passenger who does not meet the minimum physical condition or equipment requirements
● It is mandatory to carry a valid personal ID or passport, as access to the starting point requires crossing a police checkpoint
● It is strictly mandatory to provide the full name, date of birth, ID or passport, nationality, and phone number of all passengers to confirm the reservation. Minors under 18 must additionally provide a passport photo. Failure to provide this complete information will result in an unconfirmed reservation
● Please note that pickup and drop-off cannot be scheduled from or to the port. If your accommodation is not on the list, you will be directed to the nearest meeting point
● The duration and schedule of the tour are approximate and depend on the distance from the pickup point, the order of the route, and traffic conditions
● The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, traffic, city events, road closures, or high crowds
● The service ends with the return to the initial pickup point
Inclusions
✔ Pickup and drop-off at hotels from the list provided at the end of the booking process
✔ Guided trekking to Laguna Esmeralda and Ojo del Albino Glacier
✔ Bilingual mountain-specialized guide (English and Spanish)
✔ Box lunch
✔ Technical equipment (crampons and poles)
Exclusions
✖ Pickup at hotels outside the proposed list
✖ Additional beverages not specified
✖ Tickets, food and drinks, unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the service. For cancellations with less time or no-shows, no refund will be provided.