Cuatro Refugios · A Women's Traverse
Women's Edition · Hut-to-Hut Trekking
Women's Edition · Hut-to-Hut Trekking
- Duration
- 4 days
- Difficulty
- ●●●○
- Group size
- 8 of 8 spots
- Price
- USD 950
- Guides and ratio
- 6:1 · max. 8
- Season
- November to April
- Location
- Nahuel Huapi National Park, Bariloche
- Meeting point
- Meet in the morning in Bariloche and transfer to the base of Cerro Catedral.
- Guide
- Angelina Di Prinzio
Rates
| 2 personas | USD 1.350 / person |
| 3 personas | USD 1.100 / person |
| 4 o + | USD 950 / person |
A women-guided experience designed to connect, build confidence, and hike together. An iconic route through the most emblematic huts of Bariloche, designed especially for women looking for adventure, community, and confidence in the mountains.
Over four days we hike through forests, alpine lakes, and high-mountain terrain, sharing intense days, unforgettable landscapes, and moments of genuine connection. The traverse begins with the climb to Refugio Frey, a place steeped in climbing history and home to one of the most stunning sunsets in the region.
The next day we continue to Refugio San Martín (Jakob), crossing increasingly alpine and open terrain, with wide views and a setting that invites you to let go and enjoy the movement.
At Jakob, dinner and the warmth of the hut await us for resting and sharing. On the third day we take on the most technical section of the route, from Jakob to Refugio Italia – Laguna Negra.
We use ropes and technical gear to cross the ridge of Pico Refugio and continue to the summit of Cerro Navidad. The descent into the Navidad Valley is one of the most memorable moments of the trip: a narrow setting surrounded by granite walls, which leads to the switchbacks that take us down to Laguna Negra.
On the last day we cross from Laguna Negra to Refugio López, again in alpine terrain, but with the return of views over the lakes and the city of Bariloche, closing a traverse as demanding as it is rewarding.
Includes
- AAGM/UIMLA Mountain Guide
- All meals during the expedition.
- All huts
- Satellite communication service.
- Personal accident insurance (Argentina).
- Transfer to Catedral
- Transfer from Lopez to Bariloche
Not included
- Meals outside the expedition days.
- Personal gear (sleeping bags, warm clothing, boots, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Alcoholic beverages or extras.
- Any item not specified in the program.
Requirements
- Ideal: familiarity with trekking and camping, good physical fitness.
Itinerary
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Itinerary – Women's Traverse · Cuatro Refugios
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Day 1Ascent to Refugio Frey
Meet in the morning in Bariloche and transfer to the base of Cerro Catedral. We start hiking toward Refugio Frey, passing through Patagonian Andean forest until reaching the high-mountain zone. Free afternoon to explore the surroundings, rest, and enjoy the setting. Dinner and overnight in the hut. Overnight: Refugio Frey
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Day 2Refugio Frey → Refugio San Martín (Jakob)
After breakfast we begin one of the most fun days of the traverse. We leave the forest behind and move through increasingly alpine terrain, with open views and unique mountain landscapes. The route connects Refugio Frey with Refugio San Martín (Jakob), located on the shore of its lake. Upon arrival, time to rest, share, and enjoy the hut. Dinner and overnight in the hut. Overnight: Refugio San Martín (Jakob)
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Day 3Refugio Jakob → Laguna Negra (Refugio Italia)
Early start to take on the most technical day of the route. From Jakob we use ropes and technical gear to cross the ridge of Pico Refugio and continue to the summit of Cerro Navidad. The descent into the Navidad Valley is one of the most striking moments of the traverse, in a narrow setting surrounded by granite walls. We continue down the switchbacks until reaching Laguna Negra. Dinner and overnight in the hut. Overnight: Refugio Italia – Laguna Negra
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Day 4Laguna Negra → Refugio López and return to Bariloche
After breakfast we begin the last stretch of the trip, crossing from Laguna Negra to Refugio López. A day in alpine terrain with views of the lakes and the city of Bariloche, ideal for closing out the experience from up high. Final descent and transfer back to Bariloche.
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End of the traverse
Frequently Asked Questions
Snacks and extras
We recommend bringing snacks of your choice to supplement your days in the mountains, along with treats you truly enjoy. Eating well is key to keeping your strength up in the mountains.
What to expect in the huts
It's an adventure with all the ingredients, and we spend the night in 3 of the huts. We'll cross all kinds of terrain, from marked trails through the forest to talus fields with steps where a rope will be used to secure the moves. Frey and Jakob have electricity for charging phones.
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