Get ready for an epic 10-day, 9-night adventure through Patagonia in Argentina! This trip blends horseback riding through the remote Patagonian backcountry with hiking some of the region’s most iconic trails. It all starts in El Calafate, where travelers will head to Estancia Nibepo Aike—a traditional working ranch—and ride alongside gauchos while staying in off-grid, rustic outposts deep in Los Glaciares National Park. After several days on horseback, the group will head back to El Calafate where you'll explore the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. The final days of the trip will be in the "trekking capital of Argentina" - El Chalten, where you'll have stunning views of mountain peaks like Fitz Roy and hit the trails, including the legendary Laguna de los Tres hike. Every detail is taken care of—accommodations, transportation, logistics—so all you have to do is show up ready for an unforgettable experience!!

This trip is packed with adventure and offers an unforgettable mix of ways to experience the magic of Patagonia. Here's what’s in store:

• Ride alongside professional local guides on a 4-day/3-night horseback journey through the remote Patagonian backcountry, staying at an authentic working estancia
• Sleep in off-grid, rustic mountain cabins warmed by wood-burning stoves, with delicious meals cooked over the fire 
• Cruise across two glacial lakes and trek to little-known viewpoints on the Hidden Glaciers excursion — a true off-the-beaten-path experience
• Get up close to the towering Perito Moreno Glacier on a guided stroll and learn the fascinating history of one of Patagonia’s most iconic landmarks
• Hike to the base of the legendary Fitz Roy peak on a guided Laguna de los Tres trek, with jaw-dropping views of the turquoise glacial lake and jagged mountain range
• Explore El Chaltén, a charming mountain town known as the “Trekking Capital of Argentina,” with a free day to wander, relax, or tackle more epic trails

Experience Required: Horseback Riding

The first 4 days of this trip consist of a unique riding program where you'll be paired with a horse and ride across remote areas of the ranch and national park lands from one outpost cabin to the next. This portion of the trip includes up to 6 hours of horseback riding per day over 4 days and therefore is not suitable for complete beginners. Participants must have prior riding experience and be comfortable and confident riding for extended periods. Technical experience (jumping, galloping, etc) is not required. 

Activity Level: High

This is an active, on-the-go trip with some built in down time to relax in the evenings/during your free day. In addition to the horseback riding, there are 3 hiking portions built into this itinerary: the Hidden Glaciers Excursion, the Perito Moreno Glacier Excursion, and the Laguna De Los Tres Guided Hike. Each hike varies in mileage and difficulty, with the Laguna De Los Tres hike being close to 14 miles round trip and 3,000 ft of elevation gain (considered "Hard" on AllTrail), while the Perito Moreno Glacier Excursion is a leisurely stroll on about 3 miles of walking paths facing the glacier. The Hidden Glacier Excursion includes a moderate level of activity with around 9 miles of hiking out and back and climbing into and out of boats. 

This trip includes shared accommodations throughout and does not offer a single room option. At the estancia lodge (main house) and hotels, rooms are double occupancy. During the backcountry portion of the trip, you’ll stay in remote cabin outposts where you’ll sleep in bunk beds in a shared room with up to 10 people  (your group of 8 and up to 2 guides).

Please note: the cabin outposts are rustic and off-grid, offering a unique and immersive Patagonian experience. While both cabins have flushing toilets and clean drinking water, only one has a shower, and neither has electricity, cell phone service, or Wi-Fi — making it the perfect chance to truly unplug and connect with the wild surroundings.

If you're traveling solo (which most of our guests do!), we’ll match you with a roommate. If you have a preferred roommate, just let us know during booking and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

Along with professional guides who will accompany you throughout the activities on the trip, you will also be joined be a More Girls Outdoors Ambassador. Our Ambassador is the friendly face who keeps the trip running smoothly — handling the logistics, guiding the group through the itinerary, and making sure everyone’s where they need to be. She is also your go-to for any questions or issues and will capture awesome photos throughout the trip to share with everyone afterward. We’re still picking the perfect person for this role, but you can count on them to make the experience easy, fun, and unforgettable. (Note: Kat, founder of More Girls Outdoors, will not be joining this trip but is working on picking her perfect replacement!)

Our trip will begin and end at the El Calafate International Airport (FTE) in Argentina. (Please do not book flights until confirming your arrival/departure times with More Girls Outdoors after you've booked your trip)

We know group travel is an investment and we want you to feel good about where your money is going. This isn’t a pre-packaged tour — it’s a one-of-a-kind trip imagined and crafted by Kat, the founder of More Girls Outdoors, from the ground up, and brought to life in partnership with incredible local experts on the ground in Argentina. You won’t find this exact itinerary anywhere else. Here's a few components that make up the pricing of this trip: 

- A multi-day horseback expedition with two professional local guides
- Unique stays at a traditional Patagonian estancia, remote rustic cabins, and two beautiful 4-star hotels located in the heart of town for easy exploring
- A dedicated on-site trip host to handle logistics, support the group, capture photos of your experience, be there for all your questions, and keep things running smoothly
- Extras like a welcome goodie bag, stunning trip photos, and the connection that comes from a small group experience

This trip supports local tourism and small business - including the guides, ranches, drivers, and partners who make this possible. Every detail is handled so you can focus on unplugging, exploring, and soaking in the wild beauty of Patagonia.

By booking this trip, you agree to our Terms & Conditions, the full document will be provided for your review at the time of booking. A non-refundable $700 deposit is required to reserve your spot at the time of booking. The remaining amount is due 60 days prior to trip departure. Late or missed payments may result in removal from the trip without refund. 

Cancellations made more than 120 days before the trip may be eligible for a partial refund (minus the deposit and any non-recoverable vendor fees). Cancellations within 120 days of the trip are non-refundable. Deposits can be transferred once to a future trip or another participant for a $100 fee.

Travel insurance is required and must include emergency medical and evacuation coverage.

The itinerary may be subject to change due to safety or operational reasons. 

You confirm you’re physically able to participate and accept all risks involved in adventure travel. No refunds will be issued for unused portions or removal due to health, behavior, or missed payments.

More Girls Outdoors LLC is registered with the State of California as a Seller of Travel.

Registration Number: CST# 2165244-50.

Arrival into El Calafate airport (FTE) where you will meet the group and be greeted by your MGO Ambassador! The group will then take a private transfer from the airport to the Estancia Lodge where you'll have time to explore, have dinner, and meet with your horseback riding guide to get a debrief of the next few days. 

Overnight: Nibepo Aike Estancia Lodge

Meals included: Dinner

After a brief chat & meeting with your guide, you will meet and mount our horses & begin your ride. After a few hours, you'll arrive at the outpost where you'll be staying the night and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a ride to the southernmost point of the estancia, where Argentina meets Chile. The evening is spent relaxing around the fire with dinner. 

Overnight: Nibepo Aike Cabin Outpost (Puesto La Rosada )

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Your day begins with a ride through the Río Cachorro Valley, offering views of towering mountains and glaciers, before reaching a true gaucho outpost for a picnic lunch. You'll then continue your ride, passing 3 de Abril lagoon,  before arriving at your next outpost cabin. Ending with a cozy meal by the wood-fired stove & time to relax and explore!

Overnight: Nibepo Aike outpost cabin (Puesto Laguna 3 de Abril)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

After breakfast, you'll ride to the lake shore to meet Glacier Sur for a full day hiking & boating adventure. You’ll take a boat across Lago Argentino followed by a short trek, another boat, and a hike to an incredible and remote glacier lookout.  You’ll enjoy lunch surrounded by glaciers and icebergs, before returning to the outpost. Total hiking distance is 14km (around 6 hours). 

Overnight: Nibepo Aike outpost cabin (Puesto Laguna 3 de Abril)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

The return journey will take you riding along the shore of the lake until you return back to the Estancia. You will arrive in time for lunch with a typical Patagonian meal. After lunch, a shuttle service will take you to El Calafate where you'll check into the hotel and have time to explore the town the rest of the afternoon. 

Overnight: Calafate Parque Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

In the morning, you'll meet with your guide and depart towards Los Glaciares National Park. Upon arrival, you'll explore the 5 km boardwalk circuit, offering multiple viewpoints of the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier. After taking in the glacier’s beauty, you'll return to El Calafate in the afternoon.

Overnight: Calafate Parque Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast.

In the morning, a shuttle will take you from El Calafate to El Chalten. After arriving to the “Trekking Capital of Argentina” and checking into your hotel,  you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore this stunning mountain town known for its incredible hiking trails. You can choose to explore, relax or hike! 

Overnight: Los Cerros de Chalten Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Today you'll do a full-day guided trek of the Laguna de Los Tres trail (or similar). Your guide will arrive in the morning and a transfer will take you to the trailhead where you will start your trek. Once you reach Laguna de los Tres, you’ll have the opportunity to take in the views of the turquoise waters and the towering peaks. Total hiking distance is around 21 km round trip.

Overnight: Los Cerros de Chalten Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

On your final day, you will have a a full free day in El Chatlen! This will give you time to explore the numerous hikes in the area, go souvenir shopping, or plan your own activity. 

Overnight: Los Cerros de Chalten Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

You'll take a shuttle back to FTE Airport in the morning and say “see you later” to your new travel friends! (Shuttle time will be arranged based on the earliest flight)