El Calafate: 'Perito Moreno Glacier with the Tour - Blue Safari'.

This full-day excursion from El Calafate suits travelers interested in hiking and sailing near the Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park.

Highlights

• Sail a few meters from the glacier's ice wall.
• Hike along nature trails and through Patagonian forests.
• Enjoy unique views from the glacier walkways.
• Experience the natural environment of Patagonia.

Description

This tour departs from El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park, and can be booked with or without hotel transfers. The itinerary combines boating and hiking to offer multiple perspectives of the glacier.

If you select the transfer option, you will be picked up from your accommodation and taken to Muelle Bajo las Sombras, located 7 km from the glacier walkways. Without transfer, you must arrive at the port 30 minutes before departure.

From Puerto Bajo las Sombras, board a boat for a 20-minute crossing of the Rico Arm of Lake Argentino. The boat ride provides views of the surrounding landscapes before reaching the opposite shore.

The guided hike lasts approximately 1.5 hours, following natural trails through a Patagonian forest and along the lakeshore. The trail ends near the southern wall of Perito Moreno Glacier, where you can closely observe the glacier’s textures, colors, and sounds. Expert guides explain the glacier’s history, formation, and dynamics.

After the hike, return to the boat for a cruise in front of the glacier. This allows you to see details of the ice wall only visible from the water.

If you booked the transfer, the vehicle then takes you to the glacier walkways. Here, you have around two hours of free time to explore the structures, offering panoramic views of Perito Moreno Glacier from various angles and heights.

Note that the Los Glaciares National Park entrance fee is not included and must be paid at the park. Food and beverages are also not included, so bring packed lunch, snacks, and water.

Comfortable waterproof clothing, trekking shoes, gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses are essential for this tour.

Includes

• Optional transfers: pick-up and return from your hotel or meeting point in El Calafate
• Boat crossing of the Rico Arm of Lake Argentino with scenic views
• Guided 1.5 km hike along the coast and through Patagonian forest with glacier views
• Boat cruise close to the glacier’s southern wall
• Free time to explore the panoramic glacier walkways
• Expert guides throughout the entire experience

Excludes

• Los Glaciares National Park entrance fee, payable at the park entrance
• Food and beverages

Important Information

• Tour confirmation requires full participant details: full name, date of birth, nationality, and passport number.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring layered waterproof clothing and hiking shoes. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during high season. The tour operates year-round but weather conditions may affect the itinerary.