Perito Moreno Glacier

One of the most famous and awe-inspiring of Argentina's natural wonders. Standing before it's 70-metre high electric blue face and watching 100-tonne blocks of ice crumble and …
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This stunning luxury lodge is nestled in the Los Huemules Reserve to the North of El Chaltén and bordering Los Glaciares National Park. Enjoy views of the Electric Valley and the Marconi Glacier in contemporary yet rustic interiors with traditional estancia design influences. The lodge boasts delectable cuisine, a spa and stunning guided excursions.
The exterior of Explora Chalten
Suite room at Explora Chalten
Standard Room at Explora El Chaltén
Welcoming communal areas at your luxury lodge-hotel
Located 17 kilometres from the town of El Chaltén in the Electric Valley, tucked away in the beautiful Los Huemules Reserve. El Chaltén is recognised as the 'National Capital for Trekking' thanks to it's pristine and protected landscapes, numerous hiking circuits of varying difficulties and incredible views of native forests, sky-high peaks and amazing natural lagoons.
Los Huemules Natural Reserve has about 16 kilometres of marked trails and a view to the area’s most luring attraction, Mount Fitz Roy. In addition, it houses the Gorra Blanca and Marconi glaciers, with the latter providing an access route to the Southern Patagonian Ice field. The wildlife living in the area includes condors, torrent ducks, Magellanic woodpecker, the Andean fox, and even the puma.
The hotel offers a fantastic choice of over 30 full or half-day guided explorations in groups of no more than eight travellers accompanied by a bilingual guide experienced in the local area. The area’s geography has towering mountains and different landscapes to be discovered through treks, overland trips, ice hikes, and even rock climbing, depending on the preferences and skills of each traveller.
Please see our full list of excursions available at Explora El Chaltén.
Laguna de los Tres, Patagonia
Perito Moreno glacier
Trekking from Explora El Chaltén
A hike on the Los Huemules reserve
An ice hike from your luxury lodge hotel
Laguna de los Tres, Patagonia
Lagoon views from your hotel
Valley Electrico, Patagonia
Explora El Chaltén's location in the Los Huemules Reserve is truly secluded and at one with nature. It allows you to step away from busy modern life and reconnect with the natural world on an epic scale.
The hotel is conscious that its guests may have physically strenuous activities during their stay, so they endeavour to provide food that is substantial enough to sustain them but that feels light and healthy. They use quality ingredients and focus on bringing out the best of each product and offering pure flavours. The flavours of Argentinean Patagonia is the inspiration for the menu, offering different lunch and dinner options that change on a daily basis.
The Explorer's Bar offers different local spirits and relaxed cosy space to share your daily experiences with other travellers, and to plan the next day’s explorations with your guide.
The hotel provides a full spa service for travellers to refuel their energy after a day of exploration. The spa is equipped with hydromassages, a sauna, and a massage room specially designed to enjoy the views of their unique location.
4 out of 5
This luxury lodge-based trip in and around the Mount Fitz Roy area features an immense choice of excursions, whatever your ability. Trek famous routes like Laguna Torre and Laguna de Los Tres, or try something different such as rock climbing…
The hotel is open from 1st October 2023.
2023/24 season. Prices per person, based on two people sharing a standard double room for four nights:
The hotel has 20 rooms with silence, privacy and breathtaking views of the Eléctrico Valley, the Marconi Glacier, and the area’s mountain range.
Suite Room: 3 rooms measuring 60m² (646 feet²).
Standard Room: 17 rooms measuring 36m² (388 feet²).
Repetitive AWE with the surreal breathtakingly beautiful views from Explora. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Lori Zukerman - USA
El Chalten was fabulous. The guides were wonderful, the hikes were many, varied and challenging. The food was terrific and plentiful and dining staff encouraged guests to try everything! The dining room had a lovely view. The openness of the common space was aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. The room was simple with pleasing details and was very comfortable. The staff was lovely, warm and helpful. I really appreciated the availability of KT tape for joint strains and super moleskin for blisters! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2023
Lori Zukerman - USA
1st class, unforgettable trip. Would come back to Patagonia in a heartbeat. Would absolutely return to El Chaltén and associated Explora hotel. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2022
Malcolm Bierman - USA
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We'll spend some time listening to your aspirations, then discuss the kind of experience that might suit you.
Next we'll discuss the options, shortlist the best trips for you and present you our impartial recommendations.
We'll place a 24 hour hold on your preferred option - without obligation - whilst we talk through the details.
Whatever your budget, group size, length of stay, preferred activity or appetite for adventure, we can help.
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