Alta Via 1 (Dolomites)

Alta Via 1 is a primary long-distance mountain trail in the Italian Dolomites, extending from Lago di Braies in the north to Belluno in the south. The trek traverses significant limestone massifs including the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park, the Tofane, Pelmo, and Civetta. Far from the more technical via ferrata-heavy routes in the range, the standard Alta Via 1 (High Route 1) is an established high-altitude hiking path accessible to fit hikers without technical climbing equipment. The route stays predominantly on high-alpine balconies and plateaus, offering a comprehensive transect of the Central Dolomites.

Guided glacier trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier is a specialized activity within Los Glaciares National Park. The glacier, covering approximately 250 square kilometers, is one of the few advancing ice masses in the Patagonian Andes. Access to the ice surface is strictly regulated and conducted via two primary excursion formats: the 'Minitrekking' (introductory) and the 'Big Ice' (extended exploration). Participants navigate a dynamic landscape of crevasses, moulins, and ice ridges using technical equipment under professional supervision. The experience provides a direct perspective on glacial movement and the hydrological processes of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.