Kayak Río de las Vueltas: 12 km paddling in front of Fitz Roy

The same river as rafting, but in calm waters and at your own pace. A half-day trek along the Río de las Vueltas, with panoramic views of the mountain range and a country brunch halfway through the journey.

The route goes from Laguna Cóndor viewpoint to Fitz Roy viewpoint, about 12 km of calm waters with class I rapids. In between there is a stop on the beach for brunch: grilled meats, dessert and a toast upon disembarking.

No prior experience is necessary. The technical equipment and wetsuit are provided by the operator, and guides accompany you throughout the entire journey.

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Space for this experience is limited and sells out quickly in high season. Reservations are coordinated directly with our operations team through our inquiries channel. We will confirm availability and coordinate all the details for you to live the experience in an organized and safe way.

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  • Itinerary

    Detailed itinerary of the excursion

    The day starts at 08:45 with the pick up in El Chaltén and a 21 km transfer along Provincial Route 41 to the boarding point.

    Pick up in El Chaltén

    08:45 h · 21 km transfer via RP 41

    Equipment and technical briefing

    Wetsuit, vest and full gear

    Boarding at the Laguna Cóndor Lookout

    Start of the journey

    12 km paddling through calm waters

    1.5 to 2 hours with Fitz Roy in the background

    Countryside brunch halfway through the tour

    Grilled meats, dessert and a toast

    Landing at the Fitz Roy Lookout

    I returned to El Chaltén around 2:00 pm

    Included in the tour
    Meeting and closing point

    The river at its own pace

    The Río de las Vueltas flows through the entire valley from Lago del Desierto. Kayaking along it allows you to admire the Andean-Patagonian forest on the banks, the valley walls, and the... Fitz Roy Appearing between the curves. The rapids are Class I, with hardly any water movement.

    Brunch on the beach

    Halfway through the journey, you disembark on a beach for a country brunch, featuring grilled meats, dessert, and drinks. It's a long pause, a central part of the experience, not just a formality: the activity is designed as much for the scenery as for that moment.

    Kayaking or rafting

    They are the same river and a similar stretch, but they point to different things. rafting Enter the canyon with Class III and III+ rapids for an adrenaline rush. Kayaking stays in the calm waters, prioritizing the scenery and the food.

    Swimming skills are required for this activity. The operator has set an age range of 12 to 70 years and a list of unsuitable conditions that should be reviewed before booking. The activity is canceled in winds exceeding 60 km/h or due to river flooding.

  • Info to keep in mind
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Half a day kayaking on the calm waters of the Río de las Vueltas, with a country brunch and the Fitz Roy in the background.

Reserve your spot and enjoy the river at your own pace

  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Do I need kayaking experience?
    • What's the difference between this and rafting?
    • What does brunch include?
    • Are there any medical restrictions?
    • Is it cancelled if it rains?

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Which one suits you best?

If you want the river without adrenaline → I chose Kayak. Same scenery as rafting but on calm waters, at your own pace, with a country brunch halfway through the trip.
If you want the most complete adventure of the destination → I chose Ice Trek Cagliero. It's the only glacier trek in El Chaltén and combines a via ferrata and a Tibetan bridge in the same day. It requires good physical condition and no fear of heights.
If you are looking for adrenaline in half a day → I chose Rafting. It starts in calm waters overlooking Fitz Roy and continues with 10 km of Class III and III+ rapids inside the canyon.
If you have little time and want to try altitude → I chose Via ferrata and zip line. Two hours at Estancia Bonanza, without the full day required for the Ice Trek.

Enhance your trip

Kayaking takes up the morning and isn't demanding, so it combines well with:

Laguna TorreAnother day: icebergs in front of Cerro Torre in a full day.View excursion →RaftingThe same river with adrenaline: Class III rapids in the canyon.View excursion →Desert LakeThe origin of this river: navigation and trails in the Vespignani Reserve.View excursion →

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