From El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Ice Trekking
Patagonia, Argentina, Argentina
Enjoy a guided ice walk on one of the world’s largest continental glaciers on a tour from El Calafate and take in spectacular views of Perito Moreno Glacier on a boat ride.
Perito Moreno Glacier Mini-Trek in Los Glaciares National Park
This guided mini-trek covers the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia, suitable for active travelers aged 8 to 65.
Highlights
- Tour the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the world's largest glaciers
- Scenic walk along the glacier’s front wall with panoramic views
- Learn about local glaciology and the glacier rupture phenomenon
Description
Depart from Bajo de las Sombras port for a 20-minute boat ride across Lago Rico, enjoying views of the glacier’s south face.
After disembarking, a bilingual mountain guide leads your group (maximum 20 people) to a shelter. From there, you will walk along the lake shore to the glacier’s edge.
On the ice, the guide will assist you with crampons and instruct on their use. The trek passes streams, lagoons, gullies, crevasses, and blue ice formations. The walk is moderate in difficulty with firm but uneven ice surfaces.
Your guide provides information on the region’s flora, fauna, and glaciology, including the glacier rupture phenomenon. The trek ends with a short forest walk back to the shelter.
Includes
- Guided mini-trek across Perito Moreno Glacier
- All necessary equipment
- Bilingual guide
Excludes
- National park entrance fee
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- The mini-trek operates daily from early August to early June. The full tour from El Calafate including transport lasts about 10 hours.
- What to bring:
- Sport shoes or trekking boots (no rubber/après-ski boots or high heels)
- Comfortable sportswear, long trousers, warm sweater, waterproof/windproof jacket
- Sunglasses, sunblock, gloves
- Boxed lunch
- Restrictions:
- Not suitable for pregnant women, people overweight, or those with disabilities or health issues
- Participants must be aged 8 to 65
- The National Park entrance fee must be paid onsite in Argentinian Pesos. Credit cards and currency exchange are unavailable there.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
