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Discover the heart of the Perito Moreno Glacier with Big Ice: explore crevasses, caves, and blue lagoons accompanied by expert mountain tour guides. Experience the best trek of your life!

Highlights

• Experience a unique adventure walking on the imposing Perito Moreno Glacier.
• Explore crevasses, lagoons, and caves on the most beautiful glacier in the world!
• Feel the thrill of exploring the Perito Moreno Glacier with specialized tour guides.
• Enjoy spectacular views and a challenging trek in an amazing landscape.
• An unforgettable mountaineering experience in the heart of the Perito Moreno Glacier!

Description

Big Ice is an unforgettable, physically demanding experience that combines adventure, nature, and exploration in the heart of the Perito Moreno Glacier. The excursion begins in El Calafate, from where passengers are transported in comfortable buses to Los Glaciares National Park. During the trip, tour guides provide information about the glacier, its surroundings, and the activity. The adventure begins at the 'Bajo de las Sombras' port, located 70 km from El Calafate. There, visitors board a boat to cross Lake Rico, sailing for 20 minutes in front of the majestic south face of the glacier. Upon arrival at the refuge, expert mountain tour guides welcome the group, divide them into subgroups, and equip them with crampons, helmets, and harnesses, in addition to explaining the necessary safety rules. Once equipped and on the glacier, visitors witness a unique landscape: blue lagoons, deep crevasses, huge sinkholes, and, if we are lucky, fascinating caves that give a completely new perspective on the natural world. The trek on the ice, which lasts approximately three hours, allows passengers to explore the glacier in detail and better understand its immensity and uniqueness. Mountain tour guides share information about the formation and dynamics of the glacier, while visitors enjoy the surrounding views, including the Dos Picos, Pietrobelli, and Cervantes hills. In addition, there is a 30-minute break for lunch in an incredibly beautiful setting. Participants then board the boat again for a cruise close to the south face of the glacier before returning to civilization. In total, the experience lasts approximately 12 hours if using the transportation provided, or 7.5 hours if passengers travel to the 'Bajo de las Sombras' port on their own from El Calafate. Big Ice takes place in a dynamic natural environment, where weather conditions and glacier characteristics are constantly changing. However, as long as safety conditions allow, the excursion will not be canceled, ensuring a unique and safe experience. We look forward to seeing you for a true mountaineering adventure! Suitable for ages 18 to 50.

Includes

Boat ride⧏BR/⧐Tour guide⧏BR/⧐Trekking guide⧏BR/⧐Guided hike⧏BR/⧐Technical equipment for trekking on the glacier⧏BR/⧐Transfer to the National Park (optional)⧏BR/⧐Transfer to the walkways (optional)

Important Information

• Physical demand: HIGH. If you are staying in a private apartment or outside the pickup route, you will be provided with the nearest available meeting point or our sales office located at Avenida del Libertador 935, El Calafate.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund