El Impenetrable National Park — Trekking, Kayak and Wildlife in Argentina's Gran Chaco

One of the most remote and least-visited national parks in South America — for travelers who want nature beyond the tourist trail

All-Public Aug 27: SOLD OUT Huella Impenetrable Aug 23: Last spots Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Group size: max 7 travelers Price: ARS 1,349,000 Interest-free installments

El Impenetrable is not for everyone. That's exactly what makes it special.

El Impenetrable National Park is one of the wildest and least-visited territories in Argentina. With no paved roads into its interior, wildlife that still moves freely, and a Chaco forest that demands full attention, this park offers something mass-tourism destinations can no longer provide: the genuine feeling of being somewhere truly remote.

The Huella Impenetrable — the only departure with spots still available — is designed for travelers who want real physical engagement: a 15 km trek through the Chaco forest following the Bermejito River, an overnight at a wilderness refuge, and a 13 km kayak return. All with careful logistics, all meals included, and accommodation that surprises with its level of comfort in the middle of the wild.

Travelers who want to extend the experience can add an optional overnight at Bañado La Estrella, one of the most impressive wetlands in northern Argentina.

Howler monkey in El Impenetrable National Park, Gran Chaco, Argentina
Howler monkey in El Impenetrable — one of the emblematic species of the Chaco forest.

Itinerary

Huella Impenetrable

Dates: August 23 to 27

Price per traveler: ARS 1,349,000

Day 1 – Miraflores, regional flavors and glamping · View details

Arrival in Resistencia, regional lunch and transfer into the Chaco forest.

The journey begins with a stop in Miraflores for a three-course regional lunch before continuing to El Impenetrable. Dinner and overnight at Glamping El Bermejito.

Day 2 – Huella Impenetrable trek and Refugio Carayá · View details

A 15 km trek following the Bermejito River through the Chaco forest.

Designed for travelers who enjoy real movement: the sense of advancing through a remote, minimally disturbed territory with a guide who knows every trail.

Boxed lunch during the hike. Arrival at Refugio Carayá for an overnight in a rugged but well-equipped setting with cots and proper gear for a comfortable rest.

Day 3 – Kayaking on the Bermejito River and La Fidelidad · View details

Active return along the river with the current in your favor — approximately 13 km of kayaking.

No prior kayaking experience required. Transfer by van to Camping La Fidelidad inside the park. Dinner and overnight.

Day 4 – Navigation on the Bermejo River and return · View details

Final morning on the water — boat navigation on the Bermejo River for wildlife observation and landscape photography.

Return to Resistencia with a stop in Miraflores for a regional three-course lunch. Overnight at Alwa Suites.

Day 5 – Breakfast and end of services · View details

Breakfast at the hotel and end of the journey.

Kayaking on the Bermejito River, El Impenetrable National Park, Argentina
Kayak journey on the Bermejito River — one of the core experiences of Huella Impenetrable.

All-Public Experience

Dates: August 27 to 31

No spots available for this departure.

Day 1 – Resistencia and the road to El Impenetrable · View details

Arrival in Resistencia, lunch and transfer north into the Chaco. Arrival at Glamping El Bermejito around 8:30 pm, dinner and a guided night walk to start experiencing the forest from a different perspective.

Day 2 – Glamping El Bermejito and free time · View details

A relaxed day to explore the surroundings at your own pace, with optional activities available on site such as kayaking or easy hiking.

Day 3 – La Fidelidad, trails and river navigation · View details

Easy walks including the Pozo del Yacaré trail and the 1.4 km Selva trail. Lunch at La Fidelidad and afternoon navigation on the Bermejo River for wildlife observation.

Day 4 – Miraflores and return to Resistencia · View details

Three-course regional lunch in Miraflores. Overnight at Alwa Suites, Resistencia.

Day 5 – Breakfast and end of services · View details

Breakfast at the hotel and end of the journey.

Pozo del Yacaré trail in El Impenetrable National Park
Pozo del Yacaré trail — one of the highlights of the All-Public Experience.

Optional extension – Bañado La Estrella

Extension to Bañado La Estrella · View details

From Camping La Fidelidad, cross the Bermejo River by boat and continue by 4x4 to Fortín La Soledad. Sunset outing, dinner and overnight at the Fortín. Next morning: sunrise outing, breakfast and return to Formosa.

Additional price per traveler:
1 traveler: ARS 639,000
2 travelers: ARS 599,000
3 travelers: ARS 549,000
4 travelers: ARS 515,000

Bañado La Estrella wetland, Formosa, Argentina
Bañado La Estrella — one of the most impressive wetlands in northern Argentina.

Highlights

  • 15 km trek through the Chaco forest along the Bermejito River
  • Overnight at Refugio Carayá in pristine wilderness
  • 13 km kayak return on the Bermejito River (current-assisted, no experience needed)
  • Boat navigation on the Bermejo River for wildlife observation
  • Guided night walk in the Chaco forest
  • Glamping El Bermejito with private bathroom in the middle of nature
  • Traditional three-course regional lunch in Miraflores
  • Optional extension to Bañado La Estrella wetland

Accommodation and inclusions

Glamping El Bermejito · View details

Spacious, comfortable domes with private bathroom. One of the pleasant surprises of the trip — the level of comfort in the middle of the Chaco forest.

Glamping El Bermejito domes in El Impenetrable
Camping La Fidelidad · View details

Organized campsite inside the park with platform tents, cots and proper equipment for a comfortable rest.

Camping La Fidelidad inside El Impenetrable National Park
Refugio Carayá · View details

Wilderness refuge with simple but well-organized infrastructure — cots, equipment and everything needed to rest well in a rugged environment.

Refugio Carayá in the Huella Impenetrable wilderness trek
Alwa Suites – Resistencia · View details

Comfortable hotel in the city — a good way to close the journey before heading home.

Alwa Suites hotel in Resistencia, Argentina

Included

  • All transfers throughout the journey
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • All meals as detailed per day
  • Included excursions for each departure
  • Guide and trip coordination

Not included

  • Flights or long-distance bus to Resistencia
  • Optional activities at El Bermejito (All-Public departure)
  • Personal expenses
  • Bañado La Estrella extension

Price

Huella Impenetrable: ARS 1,349,000 per person — last spots available

All-Public Experience: sold out for August 2026. Contact us to join the waitlist.

Payment options:

  • Monthly interest-free installments from booking until the trip date
  • Credit card payment
 

Is this trip for you?

This journey is for travelers who want real nature, minimally disturbed landscapes and an experience that stands apart from mainstream destinations.

Huella Impenetrable is designed for travelers who enjoy active travel: long hikes, physical challenge and the intensity of spending nights in the wild, without sacrificing good rest or organized logistics. If you like to move, to earn the landscape and to end the day knowing you've been somewhere very few people ever go — this is your trip.

Frequently asked questions

Where is El Impenetrable National Park? · View details

El Impenetrable National Park is located in northern Chaco Province, Argentina, within one of the least-disturbed areas of the Gran Chaco ecosystem — the second largest forest in South America after the Amazon. It is one of the largest and least-visited national parks in the country, which gives it a genuine sense of remoteness.

What wildlife can I see in El Impenetrable? · View details

El Impenetrable is one of the most biodiverse areas in northern Argentina. Common sightings include collared and white-lipped peccaries, tapirs, giant anteaters, howler monkeys, caimans, iguanas, foxes and a wide variety of Chaco bird species. Pumas and jaguars also inhabit the park, though direct sightings are rare. For birdwatchers, the Chaco forest is exceptionally rich in endemic and hard-to-find species.

Are there jaguars in El Impenetrable? · View details

Yes. El Impenetrable is one of Argentina's most important jaguar conservation areas, with individuals regularly documented by camera traps. Direct sightings are extremely rare, but the species is present and actively monitored within the park.

When is the best time to visit El Impenetrable? · View details

The fall and winter months (May to August) offer the best conditions: more comfortable temperatures, lower humidity and better wildlife activity near water sources. August in particular combines good weather with increased wildlife concentrations along the rivers.

What fitness level is required for Huella Impenetrable? · View details

Good general fitness is required. The Day 2 trek covers approximately 15 km on natural terrain without major elevation changes, but in the heat and humidity of the Chaco forest. The Day 3 kayak covers 13 km with the current and requires no prior experience. This is not an extreme adventure, but it is genuinely active travel.

Is the trip comfortable despite the rugged environment? · View details

Yes. Accommodation is selected specifically so that the environment doesn't mean sacrificing rest: glamping with private bathroom, a campsite with platform tents and cots, and a properly equipped refuge. All meals are included and the entire logistics are handled by the team.

Can I add the Bañado La Estrella extension? · View details

Yes. It's an optional overnight add-on at Fortín La Soledad with sunset and sunrise outings at one of the most impressive wetlands in northern Argentina.

Bañado La Estrella wetland, Formosa, Argentina
Bañado La Estrella — optional extension to complete the northern Argentina experience.

Huella Impenetrable — Last spots

August 23 to 27. Maximum 7 travelers. If you're considering it, don't wait.

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