Top El Calafate Adventure Tours - page 2

Discover Chilean Patagonia without worrying about crossing the border between countries alone on a tour of Torres del Paine National Park from El Calafate. Take in the park’s magnificent scenery of alpine lakes, rugged peaks, and glaciers without having to worry about navigating. See the spectacular Grey Glacier and Grey Lake, and hike to the Salto Grande waterfall. Round-trip transportion from your El Calafate hotel and lunch are included.

Once aboard our comfortable boats, we will navigate through the Boca del Diablo and head towards the Upsala Channel. Here, you will experience the unparalleled sensation of sailing among icebergs, some of very large size, that have broken off from the Upsala Glacier. It’s truly a wonderful and unique experience! Next, we will navigate towards the Spegazzini Channel, which offers unique views of incredible hanging glaciers such as the Seco Glacier, the Heim Sur Glacier, and the Peineta Glacier, all of which are the prelude to the main spectacle: the impressive Spegazzini Glacier. The largest of them all, it awaits you with a majestic view standing over 135 meters high. To crown this moment, we will disembark at Base Spegazzini right in front of the glacier to enjoy our modern Spegazzini Refuge, which is equipped with all the services you need during your day. This will allow you to live truly unique moments with its stunning panoramic views

Enjoy a smooth-paced adventure through one of Patagonia’s most iconic destinations: El Chaltén. This full-day tour is tailored for those who want to take in the region’s breathtaking landscapes without the demands of intense trekking. Travel comfortably with a guide and visit key highlights like the legendary La Leona stop and the spectacular Viedma Glacier Viewpoint. Walk through El Chaltén, Argentina’s trekking capital, and take part in gentle hikes to admire the majestic Mount Fitz Roy and Mount Torre from accessible paths. Savor a traditional lunch at a local restaurant and cap off the day with a refreshing visit to El Chorrillo del Salto Waterfall. An ideal experience for travelers looking to connect with nature in a relaxed, enjoyable way.

Travel to Torres del Paine in a rugged adventure truck, using an unpaved short cut to shave hours from your time in transit. That means more time in Torres del Paine National Park, where you’ll spend the morning hiking to viewpoints with spectacular perspectives on the mountain landscape. After a provided, picnic lunch, set out on a 2-hour hike to Lake Pehoé and Lake Nordenskjöld.

The El Calafate Glacier Boat Tour is the most extensive boat tour available in Glaciares National Park. Onboard a modern cruise vessel, your group will sail across Lake Argentino and visit the Upsala, Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Heim, and Seco Glaciers. It’s the only boat tour that allows you to see all five of the park’s main glaciers in a single day. During the tour, you’ll also take a one-hour walk through the forest on Puesto de Las Vacas, a small island in the Spegazzini Channel. To finish, you’ll enjoy a delicious Patagonian meal served onboard. The tour offers three transportation options: Tour with transfers + Perito Moreno visit: Includes the boat trip, round-trip transfers from El Calafate, and a visit to the Perito Moreno walkways. Highly recommended! Tour with transfers: Includes the boat tour and round-trip transfers from El Calafate. Tour without transfers: Includes only the boat tour; you’ll need to get to the port on your own.

The tour starts when passengers are picked up in El Calafate. You will board our comfortable buses, where our tour guides will give you information on the place, the glacier and the tour on our way to Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Once you arrive at Bajo de las Sombras port you’ll board a ship to cross Lago Rico and descend on the opposite coast, the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno. When you disembark, you will be welcomed by our expert mountain guides. Here starts the trekking! We will start by walking along the coast of the lake, keeping our eyes on the glacier The guides will give a talk about glaciology. When we reach the glacier side, with its amazing shades of blue ice framing the landscape, you will be divided into subgroups of up to 20 people each and you will have the crampons and helmets fitted. At the end of the ice trekking, you will return along a path crossing the Bosque Andino Patagónico, completing the THREE-HOUR WALK ON THE LAKE COAST, MORAINE, ICE AND WOODS

Come and see the Perito Moreno Glacier as never before, at water level! You will be able to contemplate its extraordinary size, hear the noise and feel the movement in an unforgettable way. Our guides will be with you at all times, in kayaks, to explain how to move safely in these amazing glacial waters. After selecting your equipment and getting ready, we will head to the shore of the lake to receive safety instructions and do some warm-up exercises. Once in the water, you will paddle in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier in your kayak, while our guide accompanies you closely, an experience you will remember forever, for 1 hour and 30 minutes. After the activity, we will return to the meeting point to enjoy hot drinks and snacks. In addition, you will have approximately 2 hours of free time to walk the walkways and continue enjoying this breathtaking natural environment. Don't miss this unique adventure!

Embark on a thrilling 4-hour hike across Patagonia's iconic Perito Moreno Glacier. Traverse crevasses, ice caves, and waterfalls more safely with the help of a professional guide. Experience breathtaking views from various vantage points and enjoy a 20-minute boat ride on Lake Argentino. A unique adventure for nature lovers and adrenaline seekers alike.

Spend a full day trekking the Perito Moreno Glacier on this tour from El Calafate. Leave the city life behind to explore the glacier's balconies and some hidden corners of the glacier with your guide. Navigate the area more efficiently with a guide and avoid the hassle of organizing transportation as you travel aboard an air-conditioned coach.

Exploring Patagonia can be difficult to navigate on your own. Avoid the hassle of renting a car and planning the logistics with this 9-day tour of multinational highlights. From a cruise along the UNESCO-listed Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina to a trek through Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park, see alpine lakes and meadows, jagged mountain peaks, and ancient glaciers as you travel through some of the most breathtaking scenery in South America. Enjoy a balance of scheduled activities and leisure time to pursue additional hiking or explore the Patagonian towns of El Calafate, El Chalten, and Puerto Natales.

Discover the Viedma Glacier from the water on a full-day adventure that goes far beyond a classic El Chaltén excursion. Leaving from El Calafate, you'll travel through the Patagonian steppe, with a stop at the historic La Leona Roadhouse, before reaching Bahía Túnel to board your boat toward the largest glacier in Los Glaciares National Park. Sail close to the impressive Viedma Glacier, taking in spectacular views of ice walls and floating icebergs. In the afternoon, the journey continues to El Chaltén, the trekking capital of Argentina, where you'll have free time to explore the village before an easy walk to the beautiful Chorrillo del Salto waterfall, surrounded by native forest. This is the perfect option for travelers who want to experience Patagonia beyond hiking, combining nature, comfort, and a truly unique glacier experience in a single day.

Reach the remote, rugged landscapes of El Calafate while fully appreciating its breathtaking beauty with the right access and expertise. This guided 4WD tour provides a seamless exploration of the area's terrain. Enjoy panoramic views of Lago Argentino, the Andes, and vibrant wildlife, including soaring condors, with the added possibility of spotting the iconic Fitz Roy and Torre mountains on clear days. For extra thrills, opt for the BALCON and QUAD EXPERIENCE, featuring a quad ride through Cerro Huy Liche’s terrain.

Discover one of Patagonia’s most famous glaciers—Perito Moreno—on a private excursion from El Calafate. Spend the day observing the glacier, exploring lagoons, gullies, and crevasses, and even opt to take a boat ride for up-close views of the glacier. A private tour guide means you have undivided attention and can customize the tour to your preferences.

Let yourself be amazed by this spectacular adventure to a natural paradise like El Chaltén. Do you like nature and the mountains? Then, this experience is for you. I discovered one of the hidden natural treasures of Argentina. We will pick you up at your hotel, and we will travel along National Route 40 until we reach the town of El Chaltén. City tour, walks (low intensity and for the whole family), nature and a lot of amazement is what awaits us on this day full of emotion Take with you the best memories, the most beautiful photos and a unique experience that you will remember for a long time from your visit to Argentine Patagonia.

Native Experience – History and landscapes in 4x4 by Lake Argentino I experienced a half-day excursion in 4x4 vehicles along the coast of Lago Argentino, ideal for the day of arrival or departure. With an anthropological approach, this tour invites you to travel back in time and discover the traces of the first expeditions and the native peoples who inhabited these lands. Between cliffs, viewpoints and unique landscapes, I rediscovered the deep history of Patagonia accompanied by specialized guides. A different experience to connect with the essence of the past in an unrivalled natural environment.

Escape the crowds and venture off-road in Patagonia’s rugged mountains. With a local guide and a 4WD, explore steep trails that many travelers miss, including the Calafate Stream Canyon, the Huyliche mountain range, and high viewpoints overlooking Lake Argentino. For an even more adventurous descent, choose to hike or zip-line down the mountains, then refuel with a delicious lunch at a local estancia.

The tour begins at 06:00 hs., when the minibus picks you up at your accommodation in El Calafate. You can appreciate the southern Andes where the unmistakable silhouette of Mount Fitz Roy stands out Once in El Chaltén, the foods are delivered to each walker. We'll get to the White Stones Lookout. You will continue the journey to Laguna Capri. There you have lunch before continuing the descent to El Chaltén. We will continue the journey with one of the guides through the area of Camp Poincenot Base, cross the bridge over the White River, and from there it begins to gain height quickly. In total there are about 430 meters of elevation for almost 3 km. until reaching the climax: the Lagoon of the Three. The group arrives at a morene ridge from where it can be seen in all its glory the Fitz Roy massif and at its feet the Lagoon and Glacier of the Three. It will surely be the perfect time for lunch enjoying an unforgettable view and moment.

This is a unique experience that will allow you to spend a magnificent day visiting the most spectacular Glacier! One of the seven most wonderful places in the world according to The Condé Nast Traveler magazine: Perito Moreno Glacier! We leave early in the morning from El Calafate, and after 80 km, we arrive at the walkway area in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier. During the day, you will have time to walk around the walkways that connect different viewpoints through paths and stairs, where you can enjoy various views of this spectacular glacier. Upgrade your experience sailing for approximately 1 hour through the Rich Branch of Argentino Lake at a distance of 150 meters from the South face of Perito Moreno Glacier! You should purchase the National Park entrance tickets on the webpage. The one you need to buy is for Rio Mitre & Glaciar Perito Moreno 1-day option. You can also purchase the entrance the day of the tour, in cash or by credit card at the park entrance.

Live an unforgettable experience in El Chaltén with a night hike to the iconic Laguna de los Tres, one of the most spectacular places to contemplate Fitz Roy. The adventure begins at night, traversing the trails under the Patagonian sky to reach the lagoon just before dawn. The effort of the hike is rewarded with an extraordinary landscape: as the first rays of the sun begin to appear, the mountains are illuminated and the imposing Fitz Roy is reflected on the waters of the lagoon. If the weather conditions are favorable, you can enjoy a truly unique sunrise, surrounded by the tranquility and nature of Patagonia. The activity is conducted with a certified guide, who will give an informative talk before starting the hike and will accompany the group throughout the entire route. For greater safety and comfort, the necessary equipment for the night hike is provided.

Experience the adventure of a lifetime in Patagonia! Embark on a captivating journey through the stunning Canal de los Témpanos and Mayo Branch of Lake Argentino. Marvel at the awe-inspiring glaciers of Cerro Mayo and Cerro Negro. Enjoy a guided forest walk, visit a picturesque waterfall, and see the hanging glaciers up close. Continue with a trek to the impressive Negro Glacier and sail along the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier, renowned for its beauty and dynamic ice formations. Book your Patagonian adventure today and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of this incredible region! - Enjoy a guided forest walk and visit a picturesque waterfall at Toro Bay. - Trek to see the impressive Negro Glacier and its surrounding waterfalls. - Experience the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier with close-up navigation and stunning views. - Stroll along the walkways at Puerto Moreno for panoramic glacier vistas.

This unique adventure offers the chance to experience two of Patagonia's most breathtaking landscapes through both land and water activities. Explore the dramatic mountains and pristine lakes of Torres del Paine by rugged 4x4, and marvel at the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier, where you'll walk along scenic boardwalks and embark on an exciting boat ride. This itinerary combines thrilling off-road excursions with stunning glacier views, providing a diverse and unforgettable journey through Patagonia's natural wonders.

Experience the natural beauty of Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park with this all-day admission ticket. Travel to the sprawling park, located across more than 1 million acres in the southwest province of Santa Cruz, and learn about its Andean-Patagonian forest, giant granite peaks, glacial lakes, and glaciers. Capture memorable photographs, marvel at wildlife, and listen for the thunderous sounds of a collapsing iceberg.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of El Chaltén in a relaxed and accessible way on this Full Day Chaltén Trekking Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour takes you through Patagonian landscapes, offering spectacular views of iconic landmarks like Fitz Roy and Mount Torre. Unlike strenuous treks, this experience is designed for everyone, with leisurely walks and fully guided hikes to some of the most stunning viewpoints in the region. You’ll visit the historic La Leona, enjoy panoramic vistas from the Viedma Glacier Viewpoint, and explore El Chaltén, Argentina’s trekking capital. A delicious lunch at a local restaurant and a visit to the El Chorrillo del Salto Waterfall are also included, offering a perfect mix of nature, culture, and relaxation. Whether you're taking in the stunning views, snapping photos, or simply enjoying the serenity of Patagonia, this tour allows you to experience the magic of El Chaltén without the physical demands of a traditional trek.

Discover the best of Patagonia’s phenomenal beauty on a 13-day tour that saves you the stress of navigating the wilderness alone. Set out from El Calafate and criss-cross between Argentina and Chile with ease. Explore Los Glaciares National Park, Torres del Paine, and Tierra del Fuego. Embark on day-long guided tours and choose from a variety of activities such as glacier-climbing and mountain hikes. Marvel at Perito Moreno Glacier and its towering ice walls, canoe along the Lapataia River, and enjoy ample free time. The tour includes lodging throughout.