Cerro Electrico one-day ski tour near El Chaltén

With its 2257 meters, Cerro Electrico offers incredible views of the entire Fitz Roy Massif.

There are many stories about the name of the mountain. One of them involves a Salesian exploring monk, Father D’Agostini. He said that Cerro Electrico (Electric Mount) would be a good name since the wind passing through the valley created a special sound, resembling a lightning.

There is another version which explains that the name is due to its two peaks, a black one and a red one. Both look like the positive (+) and the negative (-) of electricity.

As for the itinerary of this ski touring day, we’ll cross the glacier with slopes of up to 40 degrees until reaching the Cerro Electrico’s summit. Once there, we will enjoy an extraordinary descent with skis, taking turns and enjoying the good quality snow.

This ascent can be done in a long and physically demanding day. That is why it is essential to have an excellent fitness level. However there is also the option of a 2 day trip, setting up camp at the base of the glacier.

The best time to do this ski tour is during the winter (from June to November). In any case, it’s possible to ascend Cerro Electrico all year round, using crampons or snowshoes.

So don’t wait any longer and contact me to make the reservation for your group. Let’s ski in one of the best spots in El Chaltén and all South Patagonia!