Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Boat Tour

This guided day trip from El Calafate visits Los Glaciares National Park, ideal for nature lovers wanting to explore the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Highlights

• Visit Los Glaciares National Park
• Admire the Perito Moreno Glacier from multiple viewpoints
• Walk along the glacier’s balconies, walkways, and panoramic viewpoints
• See the glacier from the Curva de los Suspiros
• Boat cruise near the glacier’s ice walls (optional)

Description

The tour begins with hotel pickup in El Calafate and follows Provincial Route N°11 alongside Lake Argentino, offering views of the Patagonian steppe and lake.

At Los Glaciares National Park, you will walk through a Magellanic forest to reach the glacier’s walkways and balconies. Explore multiple viewpoints at different heights to see the glacier’s ice formations from various angles, including the Curva de los Suspiros for an initial panoramic view.

Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace, watch for potential ice calvings, and optionally dine at the park’s restaurants (not included).

If you select the boat option, you will board a catamaran at Muelle Bajo las Sombras for about one hour, navigating close to the glacier’s towering ice walls to appreciate its scale from the water.

The tour returns to El Calafate in the afternoon with hotel drop-off included.

Includes

• Boat ride (approximately 1 hour, if option selected)
• Round-trip transfers
• Spanish/English-speaking guide

Excludes

• Food and drinks
• Los Glaciares National Park entrance fee
• Personal expenses

Important Information

• The National Park entrance fee is not included and must be paid at the park entrance in Argentine Pesos; credit cards are not accepted.
• Booking requires confirmation at least 24 hours in advance.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Morning departures are recommended for clearer views and smaller crowds.