RANCHES

LAKE VIEDMA AREA
Lake Viedma is bordered by numerous ranches offering all the necessary amenities for tourists to enjoy being in close contact with nature as well as an inspiring view of Fitz Roy massif.

"El Pilar" Country Lodge
Situated on the way to Lake del Desierto, near El Chalten. The northeastern slopes of Fitz Roy and Poicenot peaks can be seen from there.
Treking to "De Los Tres Lake" and "Del Desierto Lake", sport-fishing in "Las Vueltas River".
Tourist season: October to May.
Location: 17 km from El Chalten.
Tel/Fax: 49302

"Helsingfors" Country Lodge
Situated to the south of Lake Viedma, affords a remarkable sight of Mt. Fitz Roy. Sailing to Viedma Glacier and wild-life watching.
Tourist season: November to Easter Holidays.
Location: 185 km from El Chalten.
Tel/Fax: 420719.

"La Leona Lodge"
Situated halfway between El Calafate and El Chalten, on the banks of La Leona River. Sport-fishing and horse-riding.
Tourist season: December to March.
Location: 110 km from El Chalten.
Tel: 497442.

"Estancia La Maipú"
Situated on the south shore of Lake San Martin surrounded my mountains and woods. Trekking circuits, chair-lift to Mt. Astillado, farming activities.
Tourist season: October 15th to April 30th.
Location: 220 km from El Chalten.
Tel: 422613.

"La Quinta"
Very close to El Chalten. Trekking and sport-fishing. Location: 2 km from El Chalten.
Tel: 493012

"Punta del Lago"
Close to the eastern tip of Lake Viedma; affords a beautiful sight of Mt. Fitz Roy. Trekking and tours to sites of archaeological interest.
Tourist season: October to March.
Location: 10 km from El Chalten along National Route Nº 40.
Tel: 497442

Santa Teresita
Adjacent to the south shore of Lake Viedma, affords a different though still magnificent view of Mt Fitz Roy. Trekking circuits, horse-riding and sport-fishing.
Tourist season: December to March.
Location: 185 km from El Chalten.
Tel: 491732.