Full-day horseback riding tour to Laguna Lita

Four hours on horseback and 20 km to a mountain lagoon, with a picnic lunch by the water. It is the longest horseback ride in the catalog and the only one that takes up the whole day: two hours going there, lunch at the lagoon and two hours returning.

The tour departs at 8:15 and ventures deeper into the valley, well beyond the route of the short horseback ride. The horses walk at a steady pace and no prior experience is necessary, but four hours of riding feels: That's the real difference with half-day horseback riding tours.

Lunch is served by the lagoon: chicken cooked on a disc grill and a drink. Including transfers, the full day takes about 8.5 hours.

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• Itinerary

  Detailed itinerary of the excursion

  The meeting point is at Av. San Martín 48, in El Chaltén, 15 minutes before departure time. From there, the transfer will take you to Estancia Bonanza, at Km 12 of RP 41.

  Meeting point in El Chaltén

  Av. San Martín 48 · 8:15 h

  Transfer to Estancia Bonanza

  12 km along RP 41

  Presentation of the horses

  Safety briefing and saddle assignment

  Two hours' ascent to Laguna Lita

  10 km through forests of ñire trees and mountain valleys

  Lunch by Laguna Lita

  Chicken cooked on a disc and a drink, on the shore

  I return through the same valley

  Another two hours on horseback to the ranch

  Return to El Chaltén

  It ends at approximately 4:45 pm.

  Included in the tour

  Meeting and closing

  A field activity, not a mountain activity

  Chaltén is almost always explored on foot, and after two or three days on the trails, your body feels it. Horseback riding changes the experience: the landscape is still the same valley, but seen from a horse at a walk, effortlessly and at a different pace.

  No prior experience

  The horses at the ranch are accustomed to riding beginners, and the guides assign the saddle to each person. Before setting off, there is a safety briefing and an introduction to the animals. The ride is at a walk, without trotting or cantering.

  Where is Estancia Bonanza located?

  It's located at Km 12 of Provincial Route 41, in the Río de las Vueltas Valley, about 12 km from El Chaltén. The meeting point for the transfer is Av. San Martín 48, and it's best to arrive 15 minutes before from the start time. Those arriving by car can go directly to the accommodation.

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  The activity is not suitable during pregnancy and has a Maximum weight of 100 kg For the welfare of the horses. Light rain continues. Insurance coverage extends up to age 65.

• Info to keep in mind

  This excursion is booked directly with us, local operators in El Chaltén, without intermediaries or online agency commissions.
  
  Here's everything you need to know in detail:

  • Excursion details

    Duration

    Approximately 8 hours 30 minutes

    Departure 8:15 a.m. · 4 ha horse (2 out and 2 back) · 20 km route.

    Difficulty level

    Low to medium

    No prior experience is required, but it is four hours of riding: it's worth considering if you've never ridden before.

    Age and weight

    From 10 years old · up to 100 kg

    Children must ride alone; due to the distance, riding with a companion is not permitted. The weight limit is for the well-being of the horses. Coverage is available up to age 65.

    Includes

    Lunch by the lagoon

    Chicken cooked on a disc and a drink, served on the shore of Laguna Lita.
  • Requirements and restrictions

    No prior experience with horses is required. Minimum age 8 years, with children under adult supervision. Maximum weight 100 kg, for the welfare of the animals. Not suitable during pregnancy. Insurance coverage up to age 65; older people must have their own travel medical assistance.

  • Recommendations

    Comfortable, warm clothing, long pants, closed shoes, a waterproof jacket, gloves, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended. The valley wind is constant even on mild days.

  • Includes
    • Round trip transfer from El Chaltén.
    • Guided horseback ride of approximately 4 hours (20 km).
    • Local guides throughout the tour, with the option of a bilingual guide.
    • Lunch by the lagoon: chicken cooked on a disc and a drink.
    • Business insurance.
  • Does not include
    • Main meals (available for a fee at El Establo).
    • Additional drinks.
    • Urban use rate of El Chaltén.

    This excursion requires an entrance ticket to Los Glaciares National Park (not included). We recommend booking your ticket in advance. ventaweb.apn.gob.ar, because connectivity in El Chaltén is limited and disappears on the trails.

  • Climatic conditions
    • The activity continues with light rain. It is suspended in case of storm or strong wind.
    • When it is suspended, it is rescheduled depending on availability or the amount is refunded.
    • The guide may modify the route depending on the condition of the trails.

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