Patagonia is not just a destination—it’s an invitation to embrace the unknown. Towering granite peaks, ancient glaciers, and windswept wilderness form the backdrop to a journey that is as much about personal empowerment as it is about breathtaking landscapes. This 10-day, women-centered and women-led adventure is designed to push boundaries, nurture connection, and leave you forever changed.

You'll hike some of the most iconic routes in the world—Laguna de los Tres, Cerro Torre, and the legendary Base of Las Torres—alongside women who crave meaning, challenge, and camaraderie. You’ll dance tango in Buenos Aires, marvel at the electric-blue ice of Perito Moreno Glacier, and sleep under the stars in the heart of Torres del Paine.

But the real magic of this trip? It’s what happens between the trails and the tango. It’s the friendships forged through shared sweat and laughter, quiet conversations over local wine, and the deep exhale that comes from disconnecting from the noise of everyday life and reconnecting with yourself.

This is your time to feel strong, supported, and inspired by nature—and by each other, your local guides, and your AdventurUs trip leader.

When: 🗓️  10 Days | November 13-22, 2027
Where: 📍Patagonia

Activities: Hiking

Lodging: 3-4 ⭐ Hotels, 1 night of Glamping

Group Size: 6-12 people + Trip Leader, Local Guide, & Hiking Guides

Your adventure begins in the vibrant heart of Buenos Aires at 3 PM at our hotel. After meeting your fellow travelers and trip leaders at our hotel, we’ll dive into the culture with a guided walking tour through iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. Then, step into a women-owned tango studio where a professional tango couple will explain the dance’s origin and history, give a sultry demonstration, and inspire you to learn a few steps. We have the opportunity to join a private beginner’s class to partner up and learn some of the basics. Finish the day bonding over a welcome dinner at a local woman-owned restaurant where we experience the real Buenos Aires.

Meals Included: Dinner
Lodging: 4-star hotel in the Recoleta neighborhood

Included Activities:

• Guided Buenos Aires orientation walking tour

• Tango class & demonstration

Not Included:

• Arrival Transfer from arrival airport to hotel  – Option to include as an add-on

• Pre-trip nights in Buenos Aires – Option to include as an add-on

Special Notes:

• Hotel check-in – 2 PM 

• 3 PM Mandatory Welcome Meeting: It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting. Please plan your travel to be able to attend.

• Flights: We start the trip in Buenos Aires, Argentina and end at the Puerto Natales airport in Chile. Please see Travel Info below for details to help in your planning.

After breakfast today, we fly south from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (approximately 3 hours – flight is included). We then travel by private transfer to the famous frontier town of El Chalten (approximately 3.5 hours). Hikers and climbers from all around the world congregate here in order to reach the glaciers and mountains of the park. This frontier town sits on the edge of vast wilderness and stunning peaks. Spend the afternoon soaking in the views, stretching your legs, and getting excited for the days ahead. The afternoon is yours to relax, explore town, and get to know your fellow travelers. 

Meals Included: Breakfast
Meals Not Included: Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: 3-star hotel in El Chalten

Included Activities:

• Transfer from hotel to Aeroparque airport, in private transfer.

• Domestic flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.

• Transfer from El Calafate airport to hotel in El Chalten, in private transfer.

The journey begins from our hotel, where we will set off with our guide on a trek starting in the village. After a steady 20-minute ascent, we’ll enter an enchanting lenga forest, immersing yourself in the serenity of the Patagonian wilderness.

After approximately two hours of walking, we’ll reach the Cerro Torre Viewpoint, where the landscape undergoes a dramatic transformation. The forest opens up to reveal an awe-inspiring valley shaped by ancient glaciations. Towering before you are the magnificent granite formations of the Torre massif, accompanied by the surrounding peaks, creating a breathtaking natural panorama view.

After taking a well-deserved break to absorb the grandeur of the scenery and capture unforgettable photographs, we’ll retrace our steps along the same path back to the village.

This afternoon, you will have more time to explore this charming town, take a nap, recover from your jet lag, and rest before our next hike.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meals Not included: Dinner
Lodging: 3-star hotel in El Chalten

Included Activity:

• Guided Hike to Cerro Torre Viewpoint

  Hike Distance: ~5.5 miles
  Approximate Time: 4 hrs
  Elevation: ~1060 ft gain | 659 ft loss

Rise and shine nice and early for a big day of trekking. After breakfast at the hotel, we begin with perhaps the most famous of all Patagonia’s trails – the Laguna de los Tres. We will ascend from El Chalten on an approximately 9-hour trek through incredible landscapes. Walk through woodlands framed by granite cliffs, over crystal-clear streams and towards the three frosted peaks of Mt Fitz Roy. Along the way, you’ll see numerous glaciers, but the primary reward on this trek comes at the end of a steep climb - the Glacier de los Tres and the blue lagoon that lies before it, at the base of Mt Fitz Roy. This part of the climb is steep and on a loose rocky trail. Take in the gorgeous views, snap a couple of photos and take a moment to appreciate the majesty. before the hike down and back to El Chlaten. The evening is yours to relax and recharge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meals Not Included: Dinner
Lodging: 3-star hotel in El Chalten

Included Activity:

• Full day Laguna de los Tres hike with an English speaking local mountain guide, private transfer to the trailhead
  Hike Distance: ~15 miles
  Approximate Time: 8/9 hrs 
  Elevation: ~4,000 ft gain | 2956 ft loss

After breakfast, we travel to El Calafate, where you’ll spend the night. The drive takes approximately 3 hours, depending on weather and traffic.

El Calafate is a small town on the southern shore of Lago Argentino in Patagonia. Originally a sheep station and trading outpost, today the town has developed a bustling small-town atmosphere thanks to a growing tourist trade. Most people base themselves here whilst visiting the nearby Perito Moreno Glacier, located a short distance away at the southern reaches of the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Interestingly the town takes its name from the Calafate berry, and locals claim that if you eat one of these and make a wish, you are guaranteed to return to Patagonia.

You will have the afternoon and evening to explore this town on your own. Here are some ideas!

• Walking distance from the hotel is Estancia 25 de Mayo where you can explore their trails , explore the trails of Estancia 25 de Mayo, learn about its history and traditional livestock activities.

• Laguna Nimez Reserve is 1 km from El Calafate, near Argentino Lake, where you can enjoy colorful bird watching in this protected natural reserve.

• 6 km from El Calafate, the Ice Museum, is dedicated to spreading knowledge about the Patagonian Ice Field and its glaciers, being one of the few glaciology interpretation centers in the world.

• Or, in addition to exploring the town, enjoy some time at the spa!

Meals Included: Breakfast
Meals Not included: Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: 4-star hotel in El Calafate

Included Activity:

• Transfer from El Chalten to El Calafate, in private transfer.

Today, we visit the immense Perito Moreno Glacier. This electric-blue beauty is one of the few advancing glaciers in the world and at 3 km wide and 35 km long, it’s a spectacular sight. Watch and listen to the crack of the ice as it plunges into the waters below, creating a thunderous symphony. The glacier is the third largest reserve of fresh water in the world, after the Antarctic and Greenland ice sheets. We will walk along the platforms and balconies surrounding the glacier.

To top off the experience, you’ll board a boat for a one-hour navigation through the icy waters surrounding the glacier. From the water, you’ll get an up-close look at the ice walls, which rise up to 70 metres high, shimmering in shades of blue and white. The boat slows down and pauses on the water at key viewpoints, giving you plenty of time to take in the beauty of this frozen wonder.

After an unforgettable day, you’ll return to El Calafate in a transfer that will take you back to your accommodation.

You’ll also have the option to add a glacier-hike onto your visit, which explores part of the Moreno glacier on foot with crampons – this hike is not available without a guide, so you need to book this ahead of time. Details below.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Box Lunch
Meals Not Included: Dinner
Lodging: 4-star hotel in El Calafate

Included Activities:

• Full day visit to Perito Moreno glacier with an English speaking local guide
  Hike Distance: 2-3 miles along boardwalks, not a lot of gain, but lots of stairs

• Glacier Cruise

Not Included - Optional Activity: 

• Glacier Mini-Trekking (Approx $500 Per Person)

The Glacier Mini-Trek: This is a full-day activity, that takes you on a hike on the glacier using crampons. They offer a pick up and drop off from El Calafate which you need to include You will be separated from the group for the day. We recommend booking the Perito Moreno Mini Trek before leaving home, as it will likely be booked out if you wait until you are in Argentina. You can book this directly with Hielo & Aventura and you must add their optional transfer when booking: https://www.hieloyaventura.com/en/excursiones/minitrekking.

The maximum age limit for this activity is 65. There are no exceptions, even with a doctor’s certificate. Please note, this is not an AdventurUs rule, this is the trekking companies rule.

This morning after breakfast, we’ll travel to the jewel of Patagonia – Torres del Paine National Park (approximately 2.5 hours from El Calafate). Known for its soaring mountainous peaks, bright blue icebergs and glaciers, and untouched grasslands (home to many wild guanacos, birdlife and the Patagonian fox), this park is a nature-lovers paradise. Once you arrive, the afternoon is yours to explore. You might want to find a good spot to watch the sunset, gracing your visit to this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with some of the best natural entertainment. 

Meals Included: Breakfast and dinner
Meals Not Included: Lunch
Lodging: Camping Central at Torres del Paine NP
Special note: Tonight, you will be camping in the Torres del Paine National Park. It will be full-service camping with all camping equipment provided. The tent is elevated from the ground at a height of 5.2 ft. and and accessed by ladder. The tent comes prepared with a sleeping bag, pillow, and high-density foam mat. Bathrooms are shared and include showers with hot water (subject to a time schedule). You will likely share a tent for this one night, even if you signed up for single occupancy as there are limited single tent options.

Included Activities:

• Transfer from hotel to El Calafate bus station, in private transfer.

• Public bus from El Calafate to Puerto Natales.

Today, we head out on a full-day trek in Torres del Paine National Park. We will be exploring a section of the famous W-Trek, the Base Las Torres. This trek can be a bit of a challenge – but with high reward. We’ll witness some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth, including rolling hills backdropped by snow-capped peaks and diverse flora and fauna among expansive rivers and lakes in different shades of blue and green. After hours of exploring this incredible park, we’ll arrive at the base of Torres del Paine (or The Blue Towers) – the three distinctively jagged peaks that are synonymous with Chilean Patagonia. At their base, a turquoise lake sits still, completing the scene. We then reverse the hike heading back the way we came offering a fresh perspective on the same trail, before heading to our lodge offering a new and beautiful perspective of Torres del Paine.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meals Not Included: Dinner
Lodging: 4-Star Lodge

Included Activities:

• Full day Torres del Paine – Base Las Torres out and back guided hike.
  Hike Distance: ~12.5 miles
  Approximate Time: 8-10 hrs
  Elevation: 3900 ft gain and loss

• Transfer to lodge in Torres de Paine

Have you ever arrived someplace and thought you never want to leave? This is why we decided to add an extra night here.

Designed by and for nature, the lodge was built in harmony with the landscape in 2014. Surrounded by ñirre trees, wetlands and the murmur of the southern rivers, every corner — from the reclaimed wood walls to the handcrafted looms — reflects the essence of this territory: simple, authentic, and deeply Patagonian.

More than a hotel, the lodge is a haven of mindful relaxation. Every decision—materials, design, and hospitality—aims to contribute to purposeful tourism and a more equitable ecological future.

If you want to have another day of adventure, the lodge offers horseback riding and additional hiking excursions that you can book on your own. Details will be provided for those interested.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Meals Not Included: Lunch
Lodging: 4-Star Lodge

Not Included Optional Activities:

• Horseback riding and hiking excursions offered at the lodge.

Today after breakfast, our trip comes to an end. We will be transferred back to the Puerto Natales airport, Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT).

We plan to be at the airport by noon. We recommend scheduling flights at 2pm or later if checking baggage. See additional info below under Travel Info.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Note: Check-out at hotel is 10:00AM

Included:

• Transfer to Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT)

Not included:

• Flights from Puerto Natales home.

• Post-trip nights in Puerto Natales if extending your trip.

Our trip begins and ends in 2 different locations, this is important when getting your flights. We start our trip in Buenos Aires, Argentina and end in Puerto Natales, Chile.

Arrival Flight Recommendation:

• Recommended Airports, Buenos Aires, Argentina :

  • Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) Located roughly 32 km (20 miles) southwest of central Buenos Aires (about a 45–50 minute drive). This is the main long-haul international gateway for flights arriving from North America, Europe, and other global regions.

  • Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) Located right on the riverfront in the Palermo/Costanera neighborhood, just 2–7 km (1–4 miles) from downtown Buenos Aires (about 20–25 minutes by car). This is the primary hub for domestic flights within Argentina and select regional international routes to neighboring countries (such as Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, and Paraguay).

• Book flights arriving before noon to give you time to get to the hotel before our 3pm meet-up time.

• We offer a private airport transfer service to the hotel that can be added when you book.

• If you arrive the day prior, we recommend booking an additional night at our first hotel. You can add this when you book.

Departure Flight Recommendation:

• Recommended Airport, Puerto Natales, Chile: Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT)

• Airlines & Routes: Offers direct flights to and from Santiago's Arturo Merino Benítez airport (SCL) and Puerto Montt airport (PMC) via carriers like LATAM Airlines, Sky Airline, and JetSMART.

• If checking a bag we recommend booking flights leaving after 2pm as we will likely arrive at PNT around noon. Bag drop-off strictly closes 60 minutes before scheduled departure.

• If not checking a bag, flights after 1pm should work.

If purchasing your airfare prior to the trip being confirmed, we recommend purchasing a refundable plane ticket.

Our trip officially starts with our welcome meeting at our hotel in Buenos Aires. We can arrange a private transfer from Ezeiza Airport (EZE) or Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to the hotel for those that want to book this ahead of time.  The cost is $60 per person and can be added at check-out.