Group tour Patagonia Argentina and Chile
Everything starts at the end of the world
A group tour through the incredible landscapes of Patagonia
13 Days 12 Nights
Everything starts at the end of the World" is a thrilling 13-day group tour that takes you on an immersive journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia, from Ushuaia to El Calafate and El Chaltén. Designed for adventure seekers, this medium-intensity Hiking & Trekking tour focuses on the region's most iconic natural wonders in both Argentina and Chile. Highlights include cruising the Beagle Channel, kayaking in the historic Strait of Magellan, and conquering the trek to the iconic Base de las Torres viewpoint in Torres del Paine. You will also witness the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier and take on the legendary hike to the foot of Mount Fitz Roy at Laguna de los Tres, the hiking capital’s most spectacular vista.
Day 1 - Arrival Ushuaia - Martial Mt sunset Experience
Today marks the beginning of this incredible group journey—starting in none other than the End of the World, Ushuaia.
Upon arrival, a transfer will be waiting for you at Ushuaia Airport to take you to your hotel. After check-in, you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
In the afternoon, we’ll meet our fellow travelers and officially kick off this shared adventure. We’ll end the day in a truly unique way: exploring Mount Martial as daylight fades and enjoying a regional dinner surrounded by the tranquility of the forest in our mountain dome.
Our journey begins with a walk through the Fuegian forest, following trails originally created by lumberjacks over a century ago. Along the way, you’ll take in stunning views of Ushuaia Bay and the surrounding mountains. The experience culminates at our cozy Mountain Dome, where we’ll enjoy a fireside regional meal.
It’s a different way to experience the End of the World—and of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a proper toast to celebrate the beginning of this journey together!
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals: Welcome dinner
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Day 2 - Beagle Channel Boat Trip with Magallanic Penguins viewing
After breakfast, we’ll walk together to the tourist pier to begin one of the highlights of our journey: a shared navigation along the legendary Beagle Channel.
Our first stop is Alicia Island, home to a colony of South American sea lions. From there, we’ll sail to Bird Island, where we’ll observe king and imperial shags near their nests, often spotting them resting on the cliffs or flying overhead.
Continuing our journey, we’ll head toward Martillo Island, where we’ll have the chance to observe Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat—an unforgettable moment and one of the most iconic experiences in Ushuaia.
Next, we’ll navigate east toward another small island where we may spot South American fur seals. Nearby, we’ll visit Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an iconic symbol of Ushuaia, built in 1919, along with views of the island where rock shags reside.
On our return to Ushuaia, we’ll disembark at Bridges Island for a guided nature walk. Here, we’ll learn about the native Yamana people and visit the region’s largest Yamana “concheros” (shell deposits). As we explore the island, we’ll reach its highest panoramic point, offering stunning views of the Beagle Channel and the town of Ushuaia in the distance.
Throughout the navigation, we’ll enjoy warm refreshments such as coffee with a touch of liquor, a variety of teas, delicious hot chocolate with biscuits and cookies, and of course, Argentina’s traditional mate.
After the excursion, we’ll return to the port, and you’ll have the afternoon at leisure to relax or continue exploring the city. We recommend visiting the Museo Marítimo y del Presidio de Ushuaia—the former “End of the World” prison—to learn more about the fascinating history of this remote and unique destination.
A day designed to connect with nature, wildlife, and the spirit of this journey.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast
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Day 3 - Tierra del Fuego National Park with Trekking and Canoes
We have an incredible day ahead as we continue this shared journey at the End of the World.
After breakfast, we’ll head together to Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you’ll be immersed in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Patagonia—a unique combination of mountains, forests, rivers, and sea.
Once inside the park, we’ll explore several trails, walking through a pristine natural environment where the Andes meet the ocean. Along the way, we’ll discover hidden corners of the park, surrounded by native forests, crystal-clear rivers, and peaceful lakes.
We’ll then arrive at Acigami Lake, where we’ll pause for lunch in a cozy dining tent, sheltered from the wind or rain—an ideal moment to relax and enjoy the surroundings as a group.
After lunch, the adventure continues. We’ll gear up with rubber boots, waterproof pants, and life jackets (all provided), and set off in stable inflatable canoes. Paddling along the calm waters of the Lapataia and Ovando rivers, we’ll witness the unique transition from freshwater to the sea as we approach Lapataia Bay.
This final stretch is truly special—a peaceful and scenic experience that perfectly captures the spirit of Tierra del Fuego, where nature feels untouched and vast.
A day full of connection, adventure, and unforgettable landscapes—shared together at the southernmost edge of the world.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch
Day 4 - Ushuaia - Punta Arenas
After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey toward Punta Arenas, marking our transition from Argentina into Chile.
Today will be a longer travel day, as we make our way across Patagonia and complete the border crossing—an experience in itself as the landscapes gradually change along the route.
Part of the journey includes crossing the legendary Strait of Magellan by ferry, a historic passage that separates mainland South America from Tierra del Fuego. If we’re lucky, we may even spot local wildlife along the way, such as dolphins (toninas) swimming near the boat.
Upon arrival in Punta Arenas, we’ll head to our hotel for check-in and some time to unwind after the journey.
In the evening, we’ll gather for an included dinner—a perfect way to relax after the journey, share stories from the day, and continue bonding as a group.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and dinner
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Day 5 - Punta Arenas – Puerto Natales
This morning is free to explore Punta Arenas at your own pace. You may choose to walk along the waterfront, visit local museums, or simply enjoy the atmosphere of this historic Patagonian city.
For those looking for a more active experience, there is the option to join a kayaking adventure on the legendary Strait of Magellan—a unique way to connect with the landscapes of southern Chile from a different perspective.
In the afternoon, we’ll transfer to Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park. The journey takes us through the vast Patagonian steppe, with its endless horizons and ever-changing light.
Upon arrival, we’ll check in at our hotel and have the rest of the evening at leisure. Puerto Natales is a charming and relaxed town, known for its scenic waterfront, cozy atmosphere, and as the starting point for adventures into one of the most iconic national parks in the world.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast
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Day 6 - Trek in Torres del Paine
Today, we explore the jewel of Chilean Patagonia and one of the highlights of this shared adventure: Torres del Paine National Park.
After an early breakfast, we’ll set off toward the park, driving through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the region. After approximately one hour, we’ll arrive at the starting point of our trek. Here, our expert guide will provide a briefing with useful tips and insights to prepare us for the hike ahead.
Our journey begins as we cross a traditional wooden bridge suspended over the Ascencio River. From there, we’ll gradually ascend through the valley, surrounded by forests, rivers, and ever-changing views of the mountains.
As we continue, the trail becomes steeper, rewarding us with increasingly dramatic scenery. After a challenging but incredibly rewarding hike, we’ll reach one of the most iconic viewpoints in Patagonia: a glacial lake at the base of the towering granite peaks known as Torres del Paine—Monzino, d’Agostini, and Central.
Here, we’ll take a well-deserved break to rest, enjoy a picnic lunch, and fully take in this unforgettable, postcard-perfect setting.
Once we’ve recharged, we’ll begin our descent back to the starting point, closing a day filled with adventure, connection, and some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world.
Then we go back to our accommodation in Puerto Natales.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch
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Day 7 - Puerto Natales - El Calafate
Today, we bid farewell to Puerto Natales and head back into Argentina, making our way to the charming town of El Calafate.
Upon arrival, you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
In the evening, we’ll gather for a very special closed-door dinner experience, included in your itinerary. Set in a countryside-style atmosphere, we’ll enjoy traditional Patagonian dishes while sharing a warm and cozy moment around a fire, surrounded by great company.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and dinner
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Day 8 - El Calafate – Perito Moreno Glacier
Today, we dedicate our time to one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders: the Perito Moreno Glacier.
This impressive glacier descends from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, one of the largest ice masses outside the polar regions, creating a truly unique and powerful landscape.
What makes Perito Moreno especially remarkable is that it is one of the few glaciers in the world that is still advancing. This natural movement creates a spectacular phenomenon, where massive ice walls periodically rupture and collapse into the waters below.
As we approach the glacier, we’ll walk along a network of panoramic walkways that bring us just meters away from its towering ice walls. From here, you’ll be able to fully appreciate its immense scale, deep blue tones, and ever-changing shapes.
The experience is brought to life by the sounds of nature—the deep cracks of shifting ice and the thunderous roar of ice chunks breaking off and crashing into the turquoise waters of the lake.
A truly unforgettable encounter with one of Patagonia’s most iconic landscapes.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast
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Day 9 - El Calafate - El Chalten
Early in the morning, we’ll depart by road toward El Chaltén, a scenic journey of approximately three hours through the vast landscapes of Patagonia.
Along the way, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Argentino and the impressive Viedma Glacier. As we get closer, the iconic peaks of Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre will begin to appear on the horizon, setting the tone for what lies ahead.
We’ll make a short stop at the historic Parador La Leona, where you’ll have time to stretch your legs, visit the small museum and café, and learn about the fascinating story of explorer Francisco Moreno, who was once attacked by a cougar in this very area.
Upon arrival in El Chaltén—known as Argentina’s trekking capital—you’ll have the rest of the afternoon at leisure to explore the town, take in the fresh mountain air, or simply relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast
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Day 10 - Trek Mount Fitz Roy, Laguna de los Tres
Today, we dive into one of the most iconic hiking experiences in Patagonia, in El Chaltén—widely known as the hiking capital of the region.
After breakfast, we’ll set off together along the Fitz Roy Trail, gradually ascending through the Río de las Vueltas valley. The trail begins with a steady climb, surrounded by forests, rivers, and open landscapes that slowly reveal the scale of this incredible region.
After a couple of hours, we’ll reach our first panoramic viewpoints of the Fitz Roy massif—an inspiring moment that gives us a glimpse of what’s ahead. From there, we’ll continue toward Río Blanco, the base camp used by climbers approaching the eastern side of the mountain.
The final stretch is the most challenging: a steep one-hour ascent that rewards us with one of the most breathtaking views in all of Patagonia. At the top, we’ll arrive at Laguna de los Tres, a striking turquoise lake set right at the foot of the towering granite spires of Fitz Roy and its surrounding glaciers.
We’ll take time here to rest, enjoy our lunch, and fully take in the magnitude of the landscape—an unforgettable shared moment at the heart of Patagonia with our fellow travelers, surrounded by one of the most iconic views in the world.
In the afternoon, we’ll begin our hike back to town, returning to El Chaltén in the evening, just before sunset.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch
Day 11 - El Chalten - Loma del Pliegue Tumbado
Reaching an altitude of 1,500 meters, this peak sits directly south of the Cerro Torre valley, offering some of the region's most iconic vistas. From the lower terraces to the summit, you are treated to breathtaking views of Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and the dramatic glacial valley nestled between them. Reaching the summit rewards you with a glimpse of Paso del Viento and the peaks rising from the vast Patagonian Ice Field. Depending on the group’s pace, we will explore the scenic lower terraces or push for the summit—a long but steady ascent over scree. After descending through lush shrublands and ancient forests, we return to El Chaltén by late afternoon.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch
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Day 12 - El Chalten - El Calafate
In the morning, we’ll take our transfer back to El Calafate, enjoying once again the scenic Patagonian landscapes along the way.
Upon arrival, you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the town at your own pace or choose from a variety of optional excursions available in the area.
Lodging options:
Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom
Included Meals:Breakfast
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Day 13 - Departure El Calafate
Today marks the end of this unforgettable journey through Patagonia.
At the designated time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure. Before that, we’ll say goodbye to our travel companions—no longer just a group, but a collection of shared moments, stories, and experiences that will stay with us long after the trip ends.
Until the next adventure!
Included Meals: Breakfast
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INCLUDED SERVICES
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Accommodation
Shared Accommodation
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Yaghan (or similar), Ushuaia – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
– 1 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Magallanes (or similar), Punta Arenas – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
– 2 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Leyna's house (or similar), Puerto Natales – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Folk (or similar), El Calafate – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Rancho Grande (or similar), El Chalten – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom
Standard Accommodation
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hotel Patagonia Jarke (or similar), Ushuaia – Double / Single Base
– 1 Nights Accommodation in Hotel Diego Almagro (or similar), Punta Arenas – Double / Single Base
– 2 Nights Accommodation in Hotel Francis Drake (or similar), Puerto Natales – Double / Single Base
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hotel las Dunas (or similar), El Calafate – Double / Single Base
– 3 Nights Accommodation in Hotel Infinito Sur (or similar), El Chalten – Double / Single Base
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• Bilingual tour leader during all the activities (A dedicated, full-time guide will travel with groups of 6 or more passengers. If the group has fewer than 6 passengers, you will be accompanied by local guides for each individual activity)
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Meals
• 12 Breakfast, 4 Box Lunches, 3 Dinners This tour offers Vegetarian food option on request. Simply let People Travel and Experience know the food option that you prefer.
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Additional Services
• All nights’ Accommodation mentioned in the itinerary
• Bilingual tour leader during all the activities (Groups with 6 passengers or more. When the group has less than 6 passengers, there will be local guides for each activity, but not a guide traveling with the group for the 13 days of the trip).
• Beagle Channel Boat Trip with Magallanic Penguins viewing
• Martial Mt at Sunset with Dinner
• Tierra del Fuego National Park with Trekking and Canoes
• Full Day Trek in Torres del Paine National Park – Viewpoint las Torres
• Full Day Tour Perito Moreno Glacier
• Mountain Trekking Guide for Trek to Mount Fitz Roy
• Mountain trekking Guide for Loma del Pliegue tumbad trek (Fitz Roy viewpoint)
• Full Day Tour Perito Moreno Glacier
• All transfers Ushuaia airport – Ushuaia – Punta Arenas – Puerto Natales - Calafate - El Chalten – El Calafate – El Calafate Airport.
• During the trip we combine private and regular buses.
• 12 Breakfast, 4 Box Lunches, 3 Dinners
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NON INCLUDED SERVICES
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Flights
- Flights are not included
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Insurance
• Medical / Life insurance is not included
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Additional Services
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Medical and life insurance
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Tips
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Drinks and beverages
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Flights or airport taxes
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Port tax at Ushuaia.
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Services not shown or detailed in the program.
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