Top El Calafate Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 3

Discover the natural beauty of Los Glaciares National Park with a full-day excursion from El Calafate. Travel along the Provincial Road to the National Park and admire views of the Patagonian Steppe and the Magellanic forest. Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and enjoy free time to walk around independently and see several views of the glacier.

The Mini Ice Trekking Perito Moreno Glacier day tour is one of the most popular excursions in El Calafate. This tour allows visitors to walk on the ice of the most iconic glacier in Patagonia, the Perito Moreno Glacier. This guided excursion at Los Glaciares National Park, (in addition to walking on the ice) includes transfers from El Calafate and a stop at the Perito Moreno walkways. On the same day, you’ll get to know the glacier from afar, with stunning panoramic views, and up close, stepping on the ice itself.

Get a more intimate glimpse at the UNESCO-listed Perito Moreno Glacier than you would from the viewing platforms during this private day trip with a boat cruise from El Calafate. Letting someone else drive you along the scenic Route 11 allows you to enjoy views of Lake Argentino as you ride, rather than focusing on the road. You’ll then board a shared boat for a first-hand encounter with the imposing ice walls of this massive glacier.

Darwin Experience is a Kayak crossing on the Santa Cruz River, El Calafate. We do about 15 km of paddling until we reach a typical Patagonian stay where we will wait for you with an outdoor lunch.

Enjoy the stunning scenery of Argentinean Patagonia from a whole new perspective, that will allow you contemplate it in all its inmensity. The Calafate Balcony in 4WD tour takes you to a panoramic viewpoint in all terrain vechicles, to observe the entire area of El Calafate, the hills of Chalten and Perito Moreno Glacier from the same place. In addition, we will have the pleasure of ending the tour with different descents in which we will be able to choose one of the following options: 4x4, trekking or zip line and all the descents will take us to the Estancia Huyliche to have lunch.

Join this 5-day adventure and dive into the stunning scenery of Patagonia. Discover the untamed splendor of Tierra del Fuego National Park, cruise through the iconic Beagle Channel, and visit Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Next, travel to El Calafate to witness the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier on an exciting boat excursion. Enhance your journey with the optional Native Experience, where you can delve into the history of indigenous cultures and uncover ancient caverns.

Navigation Gourmet Glaciers – An unforgettable journey through Lake Argentina The experience begins at 9:00 AM from the exclusive Puerto La Soledad, 47 km from El Calafate. We sail along the North Channel between floating icebergs to the Uppsala Canal, where views of Uppsala Glacier are appreciated from a safe distance. We continue to the Spegazzini Canal, surrounded by hanging glaciers such as the Dry, South Heim and Peinetta. We disembark in Posto de Las Vacas for a 30-minute interpretive walk between Patagonian forests and glacial beaches. Back on board, lunch is served as we sail to Spegazzini Glacier, the highest in the park. Finally, those who wish can disembark on the walkways of the Perito Moreno Glacier to walk them for 11⁄2 hours. Estimated return to El Calafate at 18:00 hs. An experience of nature, comfort and breathtaking views in the heart of Los Glaciares National Park.

Explore Perito Moreno Glacier without the hassle of planning logistics during this full-day sightseeing tour from El Calafate. Disembark near the glacier to stroll along the walkways and get a closer view of the glacier; you may even see huge chunks of ice 'calving', or falling off. Enjoy an optional boat ride (choose the navigation tour option) in the pristine icy waters for a different perspective.

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.

Explore the best of El Calafate in a unique way! if you are an adventurer who enjoys the outdoors and visiting untouched natural places, this tour is for you! Go for an ice walk on top of the most beautiful Glacier in the world. Then sail and hike off the beaten path to access an unexplored glacier scenery in the southern area of Los Glaciares National Park. All transportation and accommodation are included to make this complete experience an unforgettable one!

This tour is designed for people who want to enjoy the magic of ice and to remember that experience forever. You will be able to appreciate the amazing ice wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its icebergs. From our comfortable ships and with a completely different perspective, this 1-hour trip offers the possibility of seeing the spectacular ice walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its continuous and thunderous collapses over the Lago Rico. 400 meters from the southern wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier, the boat stops for a few minutes to take a closer look at the landscape. You could not get any closer to the rupture! The Safari Náutico is a navigation suitable for all ages and it can be done year round. We will go to the Footbridges where we will have a sector of services for visitors and a system of balconies and walkways that allow hiking on different routes and access different truly incredible views of the Glacier and the proximity to it.

Experience the imposing ice walls of the Gourmet Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers on this immersive tour of Argentina’s frozen land of icebergs. Travel on the Upsala Canal by boat, and see the glaciers from the water, and see their many colors and shapes against the bright blue water and skies. Then visit the Herminita Peninsula for even more panoramic views.

Our bus will take you to Los Glaciares National Park, we will board a boat that will take us through Lago Rico From there, we will undertake a 30-minute walk with impressive views of the southern wall of the Glacier. Stay alert in case you witness any spectacular ice calving! During this hike, you will have the opportunity to admire the intense and varied shades of blue and white of the glacier. The total route is approximately 1 hour and a half, through a natural terrain of sand and stones with some slopes and stairs. The path will take you along the coast of the lake and through a lush forest with views of the Glacier. After the hike, we will take the boat again to enjoy a unique view of the south face of the glacier from the water. To finish this experience, we will return to the walkways where you will have 2 hours to enjoy the impressive panoramic views offered by this unique place in the world.

Cavalcade of 4 hours in a Pioneer Stay attended by pioneers, a unique place that maintains its own characteristics of a Patagonian stay, unique place, with incredible views of the Andes Mountains.

Seeing the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most spectacular experiences in Patagonia. Make the most of it with this full-day guided tour that lets you skip the hassle of driving and just focus on the experience of watching huge blocks of ice crash into the water.

Visit Perito Moreno Glacier at a comfortable pace, ideal for all ages. Travel from El Calafate, explore the walkways with a bilingual guide, and enjoy free time to admire the glacier.

Even if you have only limited time in Argentina, you can discover one of the country's most spectacular natural attractions in the far south of the country. This private full-day tour takes you from Buenos Aires to El Calafate by air (if option selected). From there, journey to Los Glaciares National Park to see the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier and have time to walk the trails, take a cruise, and enjoy the glacier from multiple viewpoints.

Immerse yourself in the ranch culture of Argenitinian Patagonia on this 13-hour tour from El Calafate. Visit Estancia Cristina via a boat trip through the icebergs that abut Upsala Glacier, then spend time at the ranch learning about the history and culture of the historic ranch.

Go kayaking at Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina with this full-day excursion from El Calafate. Get picked up at the address of your choice in El Calafate and travel to Los Glaciares National Park. Set out on a guided stroll over footbridges and admire views from several lookout points at sea level. After, begin the kayaking adventure and paddle out into glacial waters. Learn about the Perito Moreno area in Patagonia throughout the tour.

Discover the hidden beauty of Patagonia on this thrilling day trip. Ride 4x4 vehicles along a mountain road once covered by glaciers, leading to the Hielos Continentales Shelter. From there, trek through stunning landscapes, with highlights including the Upsala Glacier Viewpoint, Lago Guillermo, the South Patagonian Ice Field, and the Murallón and Don Bosco Hills. The adventure ends at Fossil Canyon, where ancient fossils exposed by glaciers offer a glimpse into the region's prehistoric past. A perfect journey for nature lovers and adventurers alike!

Nibepo Aike Ranch is near El Calafate but far from the tourist path. Spend an evening exploring this authentic Patagonian "estancia" with a guide and you’ll be immersed in the local lifestyle. You’re welcomed with mate and pastries before a hike around the south end of Lago Argentino, bordered by the Andes mountain range. Follow up with a sheep shearing demo and restaurant “asado,” or barbecue.

Discover the beauty of Perito Moreno Glacier by foot and by boat with this full-day excursion in Argentina. Travel by coach to Los Glaciares National Park. Go for a guided walk along the coast and check out lookout points over the glacier. Then board a boat for a scenic tour that gets up close to the glacier and icebergs. Learn about Perito Moreno and Patagonia in general during this tour.

Located in the heart of the Chilean Southern Patagonia, 150 kms north of Puerto Natales and 300 kms south of El Calafate, Torres del Paine National Park has an area of 242,000 hectares, furrowed by 150 kms of gravel roads and hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails that allow us to access panoramic views of its innumerable natural attractions.