Where to begin. I've been on some amazing trips but this tops the lot! Exodus clearly do their research, so you are guaranteed awesome walks with excellent competent guides and as described accommodation.
The variables typically are a) weather b) the group c) how you get along with the group / guide.
On this trip all these were far exceeded - I have memories that will always bring a smile to my face, a sure sign of a great trip.
The nature of Patagonia ensured we got to experience all types of weather conditions, high winds, heavy rain, sun, hot, cold, but importantly we were lucky and got to see and do almost everything on the itinerary, and where cut short there were alternatives to keep the group occupied such as the micro brewery in El Chalten :). Excellent beer!
The group came from all walks of life and had interesting stories to tell and quickly gelled over our common interests that all brought us to this holiday.
Finally, our group leader Tomas, what can I say apart from repeat an earlier review comment, the guy is a legend!
An amazing trip to Patagonia! There are plenty of great views in Patagonia but I think this one is the best. You see Fiztroy from the road coming in, and it is the best 'small' collection of mountains I have seen in the world. The Himalaya and Andes can be draw dropping but stretch for miles, the view of Fitzroy is compact and absolutely stunning. The walk itself is no big deal, just make sure you have water and food. When you get to the top you see the mountain itself it all it's glory. I don't think I have see a mountain like it. We went to Patagonia to hike the Torres del Paine national park and coming to El Chalten was something we fitted in. If we were to go back we would go back to El Chalten first.
Awesome trek with a great leader Having seen the Trango Towers on a K2 bae camp trek many years ago I always had an ambition to see the Torres del Paine and the didn't disappoint. Firzroy is also stunning.We were lucky with the weather which helped and all local guides were excellent.As said in other reviews Tomas our leader is a legend through his enthusiasm, knowledge and caring attitude. Would recommend.