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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
720 reviews
Activity provider:
Patagonia Dreams
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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise
Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
720 reviews

Enjoy a unique adventure hiking with crampons on the Perito Moreno Glacier. Cross Rico Arm by boat, explore a Patagonian forest, and admire the glacier from walkways and the water.

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Duration 5 - 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup optional
The transfer is only available for accommodations with a reception . If you are staying in a short-term rental or an establishment without a reception, we will provide you with a nearby meeting point for departure. Pickup will be between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. The tour provider will confirm the specifics the day before your activity.
Small group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
E
Esmeralda – Mexico

The perfect day with the perfect staff and crew!! Loved not only the wonders but also the company and everyone from the tour were super professional, fun, and well, perfect!

5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Sandra – United States

Unbelievably magnificent! What a great and memorable experience to “feel” the power of Perito Moreno glacier! Best day of our whole Patagonia visit!

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Participants

Itinerary

  • Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Bajo de las Sombras

    Sailing (30 minutes)

  • Perito Moreno Glacier

    Walk

    Free time (40 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee
  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    El Calafate

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Hike on the Perito Moreno Glacier with crampons
  • Enjoy a sightseeing cruise in front of the glacier
  • Explore a Patagonian forest with stunning natural scenery
  • See the glacier from different angles as you stroll along boardwalks
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with 1 guide for every 10 guests

Full description

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Los Glaciares National Park that combines trekking, glacier exploration, and breathtaking views of Patagonia’s wild beauty. Your journey begins at the Bajo de las Sombras Port, where you’ll board a boat to cross the shimmering Brazo Rico arm of Argentino Lake. As you sail, enjoy a first glimpse of the legendary Perito Moreno Glacier.

Upon reaching the western shore, you’ll meet your expert mountain guides who will equip you with crampons and safety gear, and explain everything you need to know for walking on ice. Then the real adventure begins: a guided trek across the glacier, where you’ll step onto a frozen world of deep crevasses, icy peaks, and startling blue formations. As you walk, your guide will share insights about glacier dynamics, regional geology, and the surrounding flora and fauna.

After the ice trek, return to the refuge by hiking through the Magellanic forest, where you’ll find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy lunch (not included) with panoramic views of the glacier. The journey continues with a sailing along the glacier’s towering north wall, giving you another perspective on its impressive size and constantly changing face.

To complete the experience, you’ll walk along the network of catwalks and viewpoints facing the Perito Moreno. Here, you can take in the full grandeur of the glacier, possibly catching the thunderous crack of ice breaking off into the lake—a natural spectacle that will stay with you forever.

This is not just a tour; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with one of Earth’s last wild frontiers.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels in El Calafate (according to selected option)
  • Approximately 1 hour hike on the glacier
  • Glacier sailing
  • Bilingual guide
  • Entry to the national park

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People over 65 years
  • People with recent surgeries
  • People with low level of fitness

Meeting point

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Packed lunch
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • It is not possible to book this tour for the day of your arrival or departure
  • Children aged between 08-18 years will require written authorization from a parent or guardian to join
  • This activity is only available for people between the ages of 8 and 65
  • Pickup will be between 7:30 AM and 03:00 PM. The activity provider will confirm the exact pickup time the day before your activity (according to the selected option)
  • You can buy your National Park ticket upon arrival at the Park paying in Argentine pesos, or you can purchase your ticket to Los Glaciares National Park through the official National Parks website (https://ventaweb.apn.gob.ar/)
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 720 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Esmeralda – MexicoMay 21, 2025 – Verified booking
The perfect day with the perfect staff and crew!! Loved not only the wonders but also the company and everyone from the tour were super professional, fun, and well, perfect!
5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Sandra – United StatesMay 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Unbelievably magnificent! What a great and memorable experience to “feel” the power of Perito Moreno glacier! Best day of our whole Patagonia visit!
5
5 out of 5 stars
K
Kathryn – United StatesMarch 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent excursion! From custom pick up from our accommodations to a nice, smaller-sized group, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We initially wanted to do the Big Ice tour but were disqualified from it due to age. We were disappointed, but in all honesty, this one was the perfect amount time on the glacier (~1 hour). We wouldn’t have wanted to be on it for much longer but all in all enjoyed around 3 hours close to the glacier where we could watch it calving from near the glacier hike start area. Fantastic job by our guides…..thank you for an amazing day!

Product ID: 233632

Activity provider:
Patagonia Dreams
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  • Perito Moreno Glacier

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