Start and end point: pick up at the hotel where the passengers are staying and drop off at the end of the excursion.
This trail follows the traditional path to Laguna Esmeralda. Once this stage is completed, we will take a slower and controlled trail on the right side of the lagoon to ensure safety, as from this point, the path is interrupted by fallen trees and inactive beaver dams.
After leaving the vegetation boundary at approximately 650 meters, we venture into mountainous terrain with continuous slopes, where the real physical challenge begins. Our guide will lead us along the most pleasant known trail.
We will traverse large and unstable rocks until we reach a natural terrace with a view of Laguna Esmeralda and the Sorondo mountain range. From here, we can observe Mount Olivia and its adjacent mountain, 5 hermanos. It is at this point that we must find the best passage in the mountain to ascend to the glacier. This part of the itinerary is the most delicate, which is why our mountain guide always carries safety equipment such as ropes and carabiners to safely overcome the difficulties present.
Almost unexpectedly, we encounter this immense sea of ice that is the glacier, with the Rhino Towers standing guard behind it. In awe of this beauty, we will enjoy a hot lunch to rest and regain strength for the glacier crossing.
Still, with our adventure not over, we will begin the descent with due attention, following the same path of ascent.
Stages that make up the excursion:
STAGE 1: We start the excursion by picking up passengers from their accommodations. We head north of Ushuaia, joining National Route N3. After the guide’s instructions, we will enter the trail that will take us through the forest and peat bogs, crossing the Tierra Mayor Valley until we reach Laguna Esmeralda.
STAGE 2: Along the trail, you can observe a variety of landscapes, including peat bogs and lush forests, eventually arriving at Laguna Esmeralda, characterized by its colors from the glacier thaw. Here, a rest can be taken before continuing to the Glacier Ojo del Albino.
STAGE 3: We start our way back, descending by the same path. Finishing the trekking, leaving the passengers at the same hotel where they were picked up.
Technical equipment: Crampons, helmet and poles. The appropriate clothing for the excursion is: hat, waterproof gloves, scarf, thermal shirt, polar jacket, waterproof jacket, trekking pants, thermal socks and waterproof trekking boots.
IMPORTANT:
Canceling up to 7 days before the start of the departure, only administrative expenses will be charged.
Rates valid from September 1 to October 31, 2023. Prices may change without prior notice.
To do this excursion it is necessary to be in good physical condition. It is not suitable for people with heart problems, diabetics, respiratory problems, knee or spine, pregnant women, children under 12 years old.
It is very important to bring warm clothes, snow boots, gloves, hat, scarf, warm jacket, thinner jacket, thermal clothes and a backpack.
In case of need, in the center of the city you can rent boots and thermal clothing.
ARS$112,000.00
Transfers from the airport | Bariloche
7 Lakes route - San Martin de Los Andes
Isla Victoria & Bosque de Arrayanes Navigation
Ojo del Albino Trekking
ARS$112,000.00
