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If there’s one reason travelers flock to El Calafate, it’s to meet the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier located inside Los Glaciares National Park, a 250-square-kilometer masterpiece of blue ice that still grows while the rest of the world melts. This is Patagonia’s headline act! Wild, thunderous, and worth every chilly second.
Overview:
Your adventure begins bright and early, either from your hotel (if you’ve chosen the transfer option) or directly at Los Glaciares National Park. The 80-km drive is a visual appetizer. Think endless Patagonian steppe, mirror-blue lakes, and snow-dusted peaks that grow bigger with every mile.
Welcome to one of Argentina’s most breathtaking UNESCO sites. Before the main act, enjoy a scenic walk through native lenga forests and viewing platforms that build anticipation with every turn. The glacier reveals itself slowly, a towering sheet of blue ice framed by rugged mountain drama.
There’s more than one way to meet this glacier up close. Choose boardwalk access for epic panoramic views, a short cruise to sail past its towering face, or go big with a full-day cruise that visits Spegazzini and Upsala Glaciers (lunch included). Feeling bold? The Minitrekking or Big Ice hikes let you actually walk on the glacier itself.
Here’s the star of the show! A 70-meter wall of pure, electric-blue ice that moves and roars before your eyes. Watch as thunderous cracks echo across Lago Argentino, sending chunks of ice crashing into the water below.
After a day of pure natural spectacle, relax on your comfy air-conditioned coach (if transfers are included). Windows become screens of Patagonian cinema—fading sunlight over Lago Argentino, wild guanacos grazing by the roadside, the perfect ending before you return to town.
| Ticket type | Duration | Inclusions | Transfers | Best suited for | Add-ons/upgrades | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided tour of boardwalks | 8 hours | Guided tour of Perito Moreno Glacier, English and Spanish-speaking guide, Access to scenic boardwalks | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate | First-timers and photography lovers | 1-hour cruise to the glacier | From ARS 70,500 |
| Short cruise | 1 hour | Cruise to Perito Moreno Glacier, English and Spanish-speaking guide | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (if option selected) | Relaxed travelers, families, and seniors | Guided tour of the glacier, Access to scenic glacier boardwalks | From ARS 73,851 |
| Full-day cruise | 8 to 13 hours | Cruise to Perito Moreno, Upsala, and Spegazzini glaciers, English and Spanish-speaking guide, Guided walk to the Las Vacas Post | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (if option selected) | Explorers and nature enthusiasts | Access to Perito Moreno Footbridges, Return bus transfer to El Calafate from Perito Moreno, Gourmet box lunch | From ARS 243,128 |
| Full-day premium cruise | 8 to 13 hours | Cruise to 3 glaciers, Expert guide, Guided walk to the Las Vacas Post, Access to the premium lounge, 4-course meal, Exclusive balcony for a group of 16, Chef and waiters | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (if option selected) | Luxury seekers and couples | Access to Perito Moreno Footbridges with a 2-hour guided hike, Return bus transfer to El Calafate from Perito Moreno | From ARS 442,050 |
| Minitrekking | 5 to 10 hours | Guided trek on Perito Moreno, Expert guide, Safety briefing, crampons, and helmets, A glass of celebratory surprise, Round-trip boat ride between Bajo de las Sombras port and glacier base | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (if option selected) | Active travelers, adventurers, and fit beginners | ❌ | From ARS 434,280 |
| Big Ice trek | 7 to 12 hours | Full-day hike through the forest and the glacier, Expert guide, Small group of 10 guests, Free time for lunch (at your expense), Round-trip boat ride between Bajo de las Sombras port and glacier base | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (if option selected) | Experienced hikers, thrill seekers, and adventurers | Access to the glacier boardwalks | From ARS 714,870 |
| El Chaltén day trip | 11 hours | Guided tour of El Chaltén, English and Spanish-speaking guide, 2 guided hikes to Mirador de los Cóndores and Chorrillo del Salto | Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate | Explorers, hikers, and mountain lovers | Lunch at a traditional restaurant | From ARS 124,080 |
Don’t just see the glacier—experience it. Glide from your hotel straight to Perito Moreno’s boardwalks with expert guides who turn ice into a living story. Every moment planned, every view unforgettable.
This map is your backstage pass to Perito Moreno’s best angles. Color-coded boardwalks weave across balconies facing the glacier, each line leading to a bigger “wow.” Icons spotlight restroom spots, cafés for warm breaks, and parking bays, so you can hop between viewpoints without losing the glacier in sight.
Here, the map zooms into the glacier’s action zone. Colored lines trace boat journeys that skim past ice walls, while shaded areas mark where trekking adventures kick off. Clear boundaries, dock labels, and guide points show exactly where water routes meet icy trails.
Stroll across elevated trails that wrap around the glacier. Each turn reveals a new blue hue, a new thunderous crack, and endless photo ops of Patagonia’s frozen masterpiece.
Most El Calafate glacier tours last 8–9 hours, including the scenic 1.5-hour drive each way and about 3–4 hours exploring the boardwalks and viewpoints.
Standard tours include round-trip transfers, a bilingual guide, and boardwalk access. Some options add a short cruise or Minitrek on the glacier itself.
Yes. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in peak season (Nov–Mar) due to daily visitor limits and limited trekking permits.
Absolutely. Buses from El Calafate’s terminal run daily, but guided tours are easier, with transport, timing, and guides handled for you.
Tours operate year-round, but strong winds may alter or delay boat trips. Operators monitor conditions and adjust timings for safety.
Most Calafate tours include hotel pickup. If your hotel has no reception, a nearby meeting point will be shared by email or WhatsApp before departure.
Yes. Most Perito Moreno tours have English and Spanish-speaking guides.
Trekking tours, like Minitrekking and Big Ice, include boat crossings, safety gear, and expert mountain guides. You’ll walk on the glacier and explore ice caves and crevasses.
Cruises range from a 1-hour navigation along the glacier’s southern face to a full-day cruise from La Soledad Port visiting Upsala and Spegazzini glaciers on Lake Argentino.
Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime glacier experience? A cruise brings you closer to the towering ice walls you simply can’t see from land. Whether you choose a quick scenic ride or a full-day journey to explore multiple glaciers, every moment feels cinematic.
Want to take your Perito Moreno tour to the next level? Trekking experiences let you step onto the glacier itself, walking between bright blue pools and age-old ice formations carved by nature. It’s an adventure you won’t forget, and availability is limited due to conservation rules.
Inclusions #
1-hour cruise to Perito Moreno Glacier Southern OR Northern Face (as per option selected)
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Guided tour of the glacier (as per option selected)
Access to scenic glacier boardwalks (as per option selected)
Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (as per option selected)
Exclusions #
Tickets to Los Glaciares National Park
Snacks and drinks onboard (at your own expense)
Professional photographer (at your own expense)
Inclusions #
Guided minitrekking on Perito Moreno
4-hour adventure minitrekking along the lake coast, moraine, and glacier (as per option selected)
Visit to Cascada de las Cotorras waterfall (as per option selected)
Access to Perito Moreno walkways (as per option selected)
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Safety briefing, crampons, and helmets
A glass of celebratory surprise with ice from the glacier (as per option selected)
Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (as per option selected)
Boat transfer from Bajo de las Sombras port to the glacier base
Small group tour (as per option selected)
Exclusions #
Inclusions #
8-hour cruise to Perito Moreno, Upsala, and Spegazzini glaciers
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Guided walk to the Las Vacas Post in the forest area
Access to Perito Moreno Footbridges with a 2-hour guided hike (as per option selected)
Round-trip transfers from El Calafate city centre (as per option selected)
Return bus transfer to El Calafate from Perito Moreno (as per option selected)
Gourmet box lunch (as per option selected)
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Free parking at the port
Exclusions #
Inclusions #
Guided tour of Perito Moreno Glacier
Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Access to scenic boardwalks
1-hour cruise to the glacier (as per option selected)
Exclusions #
Inclusions #
8-hour cruise to Perito Moreno, Upsala, and Spegazzini glaciers
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Guided walk to the Las Vacas Post in the forest area
Access to the premium lounge
Premium 4-course meal (see the menu here)
Exclusive balcony for a group of 16
Personalised chef and waiters
Access to Perito Moreno Footbridges with a 2-hour guided hike (as per option selected)
Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (as per option selected)
Return bus transfer to El Calafate from Perito Moreno (as per option selected)
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Free parking at the port
Exclusions #
Inclusions #
2-hour hike through the Patagonian-Magallanes Andean Forest
3-hour trek on the glacier & 2-hour return walk
English and Spanish-speaking guide
Small group trek of 10 guests
Free time for lunch (at your expense)
Access to the glacier boardwalk (as per option selected)
Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (as per option selected)
Round-trip boat ride between Bajo de las Sombras port and glacier base
Exclusions #
Tickets to Los Glaciares National Park
Food and drinks
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
