El Calafate: Viedma Glacier Cruise + El Chaltén

Viedma Glacier Boat Tour with Trekking near El Chaltén

This boat tour on Lake Viedma near El Chaltén offers glacier viewing and a low-difficulty trek, suitable for nature lovers and moderate hikers.

Description

Begin at Puerto Bahía Túnel, located 18 km from El Chaltén, Argentina. Board a boat to cruise the turquoise waters of Lake Viedma while admiring the Huemul Massif, a prominent mountain in the region.

After around 40 minutes of sailing, disembark at Cabo de Hornos Bay for a gentle trek to a panoramic viewpoint on the Cabo de Hornos Peninsula. From there, observe Iceberg Bay, featuring drifting ice blocks with the Andes Mountains as a backdrop.

Return to the boat for the highlight: approaching the front of Viedma Glacier. From the deck, view the vast ice wall with its unique bluish tones and textures as the guide explains its history and formation. This glacier is the largest in Argentina.

Finally, sail back to the port, completing an authentic Patagonian experience combining adventure and landscape observation.

Highlights

• View the immense ice wall of Viedma Glacier from the boat deck
• Trek to a panoramic viewpoint on the Cabo de Hornos Peninsula
• Cruise the turquoise waters of Lake Viedma
• Admire the silhouette of Huemul Massif
• Enjoy a low-difficulty trek overlooking Iceberg Bay

Includes

• Snack and bottled water
• Navigation through Lake Viedma
• Trekking at Cabo de Hornos
• Approach to Viedma Glacier
• Live tour guide

Excludes

• National Park Entrance Fee

Important Information

• A National Park entrance ticket is required and can be purchased in advance or on the day of the tour

Cancellation Policy

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

Booking tip: Wear comfortable footwear and layered clothing. The best time to visit is during the warmer months from October to March.