What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

Discover La Leona Petrified Forest: Guided Hiking Tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel..

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8 hours

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Overview

Set out on an unforgettable El Calafate day trip to the captivating La Leona Petrified Forest, where you'll wander through a surreal lunar-like landscape adorned with ancient petrified logs and dinosaur fossils. Led by an expert guide, delve into the area's fascinating geological wonders during a leisurely hike. Before your adventure, explore the historic Hotel La Leona, steeped in intriguing tales. Relax in air-conditioned coach comfort as you travel between destinations, marveling at panoramic vistas of Argentino Lake, the Santa Cruz and La Leona rivers, and the majestic Mt. Fitz Roy.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water and lunch

✗ Not Included

Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

After hotel pickup in El Calafate, travel with your guide by air-conditioned coach for an approx. 21-mile (33-km) drive along Route 40, immersing yourself in the stunning scenery that unfolds before you.

Stop 2

Admire Argentino Lake, Santa Cruz and La Leona rivers, and sweeping views of the impressive Andes mountains, including the snow-blown jagged peaks of Fitz Roy, the highest mountain in Los Glaciares National Park.

Stop 3

We will make a stop of approximately 15 minutes in the Hotel La Leona, important historical site, where we can stock up and explore its small museum. We will continue our way along the south of Lake Viedma to the edge of Cerro Los Hornos to reach the Estancia Santa Teresita.

Stop 4

Here we will get off the vehicle to start our walk. We will trek through the depression of the land where we will find petrified logs that lie on the surface, some of up to 1.20 meters in diameter! We can also see fossil remains of different types of dinosaurs that inhabited the place. The duration of the trekking is 3 hours (time for trekking depends on weather conditions).

Stop 5

Walk back to the starting point and return to El Calafate by bus, making a stop in La Leona before being dropped off at your hotel.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

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End Point

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Good to Know

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 6 years
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
It is recommended that you bring sunblock and wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Seasonal tour operating October to April
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
IMPORTANT: If you wish to cancel your tour, please note that no refund will be granted from the 24th of December to the 02nd of January. All sales are final between those dates.

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Special Instructions

Please provide a copy of your child's passport in order to confirm the age of your child at portales@tangol.com. If not, you will have to pay the adult fee.

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs)
EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)