Chalten Kayak at the Rio de las Vueltas

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

5 hours

Mobile ticket

If you want to experience a different kind of kayaking, we invite you to discover the Rio de las Vueltas. This activity offers the opportunity to connect with nature from the water, away from crowded trails. Explore the views of Mount Fitz Roy, the Rio de las Vueltas valley, and the Andean forest from a completely unique and different perspective.

Once equipped with technical equipment (wetsuit, boots, vest, helmet, and paddle), a vehicle will take us 21 km along RP 41 to the Laguna Condor viewpoint. After a safety briefing by the guides, we will begin the descent down the Rio de las Vueltas. During the trip, we will spot native fauna while contemplating the scenic beauty of Mount Fitz Roy and its satellite peaks, and we will enjoy a country brunch surrounded by nature.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not suitable for people with epilepsy.

Not suitable for people with any degree or type of physical or mental disability that affects their attention, walking and/or coordination.

People with obesity cannot participate.

Persons suffering from central or peripheral cardiovascular disease, or when their heart or vascular capacity is impaired, using stents, pacemakers or other prostheses cannot participate

Not suitable for people suffering from diseases that cause respiratory disabilities

Not suitable for children under 12 and over 70.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

The experience begins at Comarka Rafting & Kayak's operating base located at Av. San Martin 872, El Chalten, where guides will greet passengers and provide them with equipment (technical and safety) and a briefing on its use. Once the equipment has been delivered and the group has changed, they will travel 21 km along Highway 41 towards Lake Desert. Once we arrive at the activity's starting point (Laguna Condor Viewpoint), the group will disembark to finish putting on their gear (jacket, vest, and helmet). After the technical and safety briefing, they will begin the activity from the right bank of Laguna Condor. This section of the river is characterized by being shallow and meandering, with wonderful views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Eléctrico, among others. We will travel approximately 12 km, which will take an hour and a half to two hours (depending on river flow and wind conditions). Halfway through the tour, we'll stop for a country brunch and then continue to the landing area, Mirador del Fitz Roy (10 km from Chalten). Once there, the transfer will take you back to El Chalten at approximately 1:30/2 :00 PM.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

RC and ACP insurance

Brunch

Equipment (suit, microfleece, jacket, helmet, life jacket, boots, mittens and paddles)

Pick up hotel

Options

Chalten Kayak at the Rio de las Vueltas

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun and friendly everyone!
380andre nav,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Germán, Mateo, Valentin and Mauro were very friendly and made us feel comfortable with the experience of kayaking in Patagonia. I recommend lunch at Estancia Bonanza! You can't miss it.
Great experience! Marvellous scenery😍
Tour48962375371,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience! Thanks to Lolito 🙏 we had a lot of fun. Thank you also for the good meal👍 We had to work hard with the paddles because of the wind - wonderful! All the trip not to easy and not to difficult. Marvellous scenenery🥰
Kayaking between Trekking and Trekking, UNMISSABLE
sof ag534,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An incredible experience is the kayar with Comarka Expeditions. Lolito an absolute genius who had everything prepared to enjoy a unique evening. Patiently he explained and gave us the different tips and so that our only concern is full enjoyment. Fun activity worth doing between trekking and trekking. Super recommended. No less detail, you forget the photos, Lolito takes a thousand photos and films you and then shares everything.
A different experience to connect with nature
961mar afel,,Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
You can see landscapes that are not accessible otherwise and surrounded by pure nature. I find it excellent for doing something other than trekking and also for escaping the crowd of main trails.
Super nice experience!!!
Dterraneo2828,,Feb 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent! I loved! We went with my friend, we had never done Kayaking and Edgar explained the techniques and warnings to us very clearly. Everything was beautiful!! We will do more experiences with Comarka!! Thank you!! !! Danny
Beautiful Kayak & Lunch
Robert S,,Nov 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
After meeting at the 'Dome' a little late, our party was cared for with the utmost attention to detail. We were sized with proper equipment, offered coffee/tea, directed on where to keep our clothes dry. Drove to the river, further instruction on basic kayak maneuvers. Our guides 'Lolito' and Tomas were with us on the water throughout the route. Even though it was lightly snowing, we had a fantastic experience on the water! At 'Bonanza' ranch, more coffee & pastries were had as we warmed by the fire, then drove to the restaurant for lunch. The rustic charm of the restaurant and authentic Asador preparing our meal, made it a totally worthwhile experience on it's own. Complimentary glass of wine, the detail and great taste of the food, made this lunch a truly 'fine dining' event!! Lastly, we were driven back to our start point, on time. By nights end, the river photos taken by our guides were sent to me as well. Sincere thanks to each of the team that catered & coddled us throughout. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Roberto, Melissa and Izabel