Lago Argentino Department Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Secretaria de Turismo de Santa Cruz/Argentina Travel

Popular cities in Lago Argentino Department

El Chalten which includes mountains, landscape views and snow
El Chalten
Known for Hiking, Mountains and Horseback riding
Framed by snow-capped mountains, majestic glaciers and deep-blue lakes, this village is Argentina’s trekking capital and a gateway to Parque Nacional de Los Glaciares.

Reasons to visit

  • Laguna Capri
  • Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall
Patagonia Region which includes a pond, forest scenes and autumn colours
Estancia Cristina
Discover unique views of the Upsala Glacier, dine on delicious Patagonian food and trek amid glorious glacial landscapes at this historic Argentine farmstead.

Reasons to visit

  • Canal Cristina
El Calafate which includes a waterfall as well as an individual male
El Calafate
Known for Lakes, Tours and Excursions
Witness the power of nature on a boat tour of Glaciers National Park. Hear the roar as the glacial ice ruptures and falls.