Where to Walk: the 15 Best Argentina Hiking Tours

1.El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 805 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $396Our pick

Cross Brazo Rico by boat, strap on crampons, and spend about an hour walking across Perito Moreno Glacier with a bilingual guide. You will also visit the forest, cruise near the ice wall, and see the glacier from its famous boardwalks. Pickup, group size, and timing depend on the option you book.

“This is one of the experiences you should do once in a life. The BEST was the mini trekking through the glacier, everybody was kind and happy to help. You must visit the walkways to get one of the best views of the glacier too.”

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2.From Salta: Salinas Grandes, Purmamarca & Los Colorados Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 356 reviews · 12h 30m · from $43

Travel from Salta through Yala, Volcán, and Tumbaya to Purmamarca, Salinas Grandes, and Los Colorados. Guides such as Samuel, Jose Luis, Martín, and Jasmin have helped make this a well-run day out. Expect excellent scenery, limited walking, a bilingual guide, and a long bus ride reaching 4,200 meters.

“It was great!! The guide was very knowledgeable while still very funny. Drivers made us feel very safe on long roads trips. Thank you for a fabulous tour 🌻”

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3.From Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego Emerald Lagoon Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 271 reviews · 6 hours · from $105

Walk about 10 kilometers through forests and two valleys to Laguna Esmeralda, following the Esmeralda River uphill. A Spanish-English guide such as Nicolás, Julián, or Fernanda sets an easy-to-medium pace, explains local plants and wildlife, and may use a quieter route on the return. Lunch, a hot drink, poles, and hotel transfers are included.

“the trip was awesome, the trail was easy. also the guide was excellent - we had our kunch near the lagoon and we made some great stops along the way to talk about nature and the region. I had a great time :)”

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4.El Chaltén with Trekking from El Calafate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 157 reviews · from $97

Travel from El Calafate to El Chaltén with a Spanish and English guide, stopping at Estancia La Leona before two gentle walks: Mirador de los Cóndores and Chorrillo del Salto. You get about five hours in town, with lunch available on selected options. Guides have included Alexia, Tobias, and Nico, with drivers such as Henry and Sebastian.

“Great area to visit. Guide just okay. Could have been more responsive to questions on the bus. Beautiful views of Fitz Roy!”

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5.El Calafate: Safari Azul Los Glaciares Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 9 hours · from $182

You’ll sail from Bajo de las Sombras, walk through forest and rocky ground to the edge of Perito Moreno Glacier, then explore the famous catwalks. English and Spanish guides, including guides such as Alexa, Diego, Leandro, Victoria, and Camilla, provide glacier insight. The walk is gentle but uneven, and you do not walk on the glacier itself.

“we absolutely loved this tour. we had just the right amount of time at every stop. at the glacier the guides leandro and diego showed us which path we should take to see the north side of the glacier. on the boat ride we could gape at the north side of the glacier. for the trekking next to the glacier we even got more guides for our group so everybody was safe. we got more from the tour than we could ever imagine. 10 / 10 would recommend.”

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6.Trekking day in the mountains close to Bariloche

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $140Best guided

Andemita’s private 6 to 8 hour trek begins with a 9 am hotel pickup in Bariloche. Guides Juan, Camila, Roberto, Tomas, and Juan Carlos tailor the route to your fitness, from shaded Cerro Goye hikes to steeper mountain days. Lunch, water, poles, and needed snow gear are included.

“Camila led my husband and me on the perfect hike for both the weather conditions and our fitness levels. It was unseasonably hot during our time in Bariloche, so she and Juan Carlos chose Cerro Goye for our hike since it is mostly shaded. (Juan Carlos was also super helpful and communicative throughout the booking process). From the moment Camila picked us up at our hotel, she was kind, professional, and helpful, offering tips on how to approach certain parts of the hike, proper form for heading back down, and other information about Bariloche. At the top, she gave us some great sandwiches, sweet treats, and mate. When we finished…”

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7.From El Calafate: El Chalten Full-Day Tour and Short Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 11 hours · from $130

Travel 220 km from El Calafate to El Chaltén with hotel pickup, an English or Spanish-speaking guide, glacier viewpoints, Estancia La Leona, Mirador de los Cóndores, and Chorrillo del Salto. Guides such as Zaira, Veronica, and Adriana have led the route. Choose the lunch option if you want a local meal included.

“I booked this activity specifically for the transfer to/from El Chalten. The wording on the activity indicated that we would have 5 hours to explore on our own, or could opt for a short tour. On the day of the activity, my friend and I were informed that the tour (a short hike) was included and we would not have the 5 hours free time we were expecting - we would have 2 hours to explore the town of El Chalten, rather than the trekking we were prepared for. That said, the guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. The transport was a small van that packed 9 of us into…”

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8.From Jujuy: Salinas Grandes, Purmamarca & Los Colorados Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 75 reviews · 8h 30m · from $42Cheapest way up

You’ll travel from Jujuy through Yala, Volcán, and Tumbaya to Purmamarca, Salinas Grandes, and the Los Colorados trail. Guides such as Martín and Eric may lead the day, explaining the area’s geology, wildlife, and culture. Expect mountain roads, short hikes, high altitude, and free time for lunch.

“The trip was really well organized. Eric expertly guided us through the beautiful mountains and breathtaking landscapes, while our wonderful guide Martin explained everything to us. I had a wonderful day and learned so many new things. We saw many wild animals and unique landscapes The day flew by highly recommended Ale Thank you!!!”

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9.Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego Trekking and Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 75 reviews · 8 hours · from $158

Spend eight hours in Tierra del Fuego National Park with a bilingual guide and a group of up to 10. Walk forest trails, eat lunch in a geodesic dome, then paddle stable inflatable canoes from the Lapataia and Ovando rivers toward Lapataia Bay. Boots, overpants, life jackets, drinks, and hotel transport are included.

“Incredible, this tour from start to finish was 10/10. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of adding a tour to their time in Ushuaia.”

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10.El Chalten: Full Day Trekking to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $198

You’ll hike from Río Eléctrico to Laguna de los Tres, passing Piedras Blancas, Laguna Sucia, and Laguna Capri before returning to El Chaltén. English and Spanish guides such as Naher, Lee, Rocio, and Nicolas have led this route. Expect 8 to 9 hours, steep rocky ground, wind, and a 400-meter final climb.

“A wonderful experience. A great guided tour through amazing natural landscapes. It all went painlessly. Highly recommended!Auto-translated”

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11.El Calafate: 4WD Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $142

From central El Calafate, a guide takes you 35 km by 4x4 over the hills to El Calafate Balcony. Look across Lake Argentino and, in clear conditions, toward distant ice-field peaks. Choose your descent at booking: a 90-minute trek, four ziplines totaling 2,920 meters, or 4x4 with the Labyrinth of Stones. A snack or meal follows at Estancia Huyliche.

“Everything was amazing, guides were amizing and special mention to the lunch which was really amazing”

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12.Mendoza: 4-Hour Mountain Trekking With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 25 reviews · 270 minutes - 8 hours · from $75

From Potrerillos, hike about three hours with a Spanish, English, or Portuguese-speaking guide to Cerro Calavera at 2,212 meters. Expect lake views, mountain colors, local stories, snacks, and a poolside lunch. Martin has earned special praise, but transport and timing can be uneven, so keep your schedule flexible.

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13.Guided Hike and Kayak or SUP River Tour w/ Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 3 hours · from $90

From Foz do Iguaçu, you’ll hike 1.4 km through Atlantic Forest with a guide, kayak or possibly SUP on the Iguaçu River, and swim at a nearby waterfall. Guides speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Confirm the SUP option before booking, since availability has varied.

“It was lovely! Being in nature hiking, kayaking, and canyoning was therapeutic! Everyone involved were incredible, the driver William, the guides Fran, Jefferson, and young man whom I forgot his name were all pleasant to be around! I highly recommend.”

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14.Mendoza: Mt. Aconcagua Confluencia Camp Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 12 hours · from $465

Spend a long day hiking to Confluencia Camp on Aconcagua, reaching about 3,400 meters with a bilingual guide such as Martín, Pablo, Sol, or Matías. Transport, snacks, picnic lunch, and first-aid-trained staff are included. The route is scenic but demanding, so bring proper trekking gear and prepare for altitude.

“Fernando was amazing. Would go back again for sure or book something in Patagonia”

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15.Purmamarca: Hiking with Llamas through multicolored mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9 reviews

Meet Fabrizio or Aniacho near Purmamarca’s cemetery and spend about two hours walking beside llamas through the colorful mountains. You will not ride the animals. Instead, you will learn to hold, greet, and care for them while hearing about Andean culture, geology, medicinal plants, camelids, and Pachamama in a small group of up to eight.

“This activity was amazing! As well as getting up close with the llamas and taking some incredible pictures we were also able to hear a lot about the formation of the mountains and Andean life from our knowledgable tour guide. The group was very small making the experience extra special and personal”

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