Alberto del Castillo, who founded Fitz Roy Expediciones, presides over Estancia Cristina. That is why both our long crossings end there: it is the natural end of a route we have known for decades. Read more →
The two crossings
| Helsingfors – Cristina | Guanaco – Cristina | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 4 | 5 |
| Starts at | Hostería Helsingfors, shore of Lago Viedma | Seccional Guanaco, Río Guanaco valley |
| High point | Two mountain passes by Cerro Norte | Paso Sombrero, with the Southern Ice Field in view |
| Trail | No marked trail, no huts | Valleys, wetlands and an alpine pass |
| Ends at | Estancia Cristina | Estancia Cristina |
What is included
Mountain guide, all meals on the crossing, shared tents, camping and cooking gear, and satellite communication and radio. You bring your personal trekking gear; we send you the list when you book.
Crossings are requested with the form: we confirm the date, group and price before charging. See →
Questions
How do you get to Estancia Cristina?
By boat across Lago Argentino, or on foot with a multi-day crossing from Helsingfors or from the Guanaco valley.
How many days are the Estancia Cristina crossings?
Helsingfors – Cristina is 4 days; Guanaco – Cristina, 5 days.
Is experience needed?
Yes: they are multi-day camping crossings, with no marked trail in places. Good fitness and mountain hiking experience are needed.