Top El Calafate Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 3

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.

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.

Torres del Paine Tour from El Calafate (Argentina) is a good option to visit Torres del Paine (Chile). During the tour you will visit several attractions of Torres del Paine such as the Sarmiento Lake Viewpoint, Cuernos del Paine and Laguna Amarga. This tour combines visits to viewpoint and short walks, so you can enjoy the outdoors in Torres del Paine acompanied by a guide. Additonally, many travelers take this tour as a transfer and remains in Torres del Paine (Chile) instead of getting back to El Calafate. To facilitate this transfer service, different drop off locations and schedules are offered: Puerto Pudeto (4 PM) Laguna Amarga (4:30 PM) Cerro Castillo - Chilean border (5PM)

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.

See Southern Patagonia’s most famous and expansive glaciers as you embark on a cruise across Argentino Lake. Climb aboard your vessel and enjoy sweeping views of Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Seco, and Upsala glaciers from the exterior decks. While sailing, listen to commentary about the ecosystem and geology of Patagonia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for options with transfers.

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.

In this full day adventure through Chilean lands you will have as main attractions the Sarmiento de Gambia Lake Viewpoint, the Paine River Falls, the upper viewpoint of Almirante Nieto Hill / Cuernos del Paine, and the entrance to Laguna Amarga. The tour starts at 6:30 A.M. where you will be picked up at the Hotel. Then you will go to the border crossing "Cancha Carrera" through a gravel road to enter the Republic of Chile. Once inside the Torres del Paine National Park, you will be able to follow the different trekking trails, where, accompanied by local experts, you will be provided with a snack for lunch. Please note that there will be several hikes, the longest being approximately 1 hour and a half. It is recommended to be in good physical condition.

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.

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.

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.

You’ll cruise the imposing Argentinian Lake, surrounded by majestic landscapes and unique views that anticipate an unforgettable experience. More intense and challenging than the traditional Minitrekking, the glacier hike will allow you to explore deep crevasses, crystal clear lagoons and amazing ice formations such as seracs. With crampons on your feet, you’ll walk through the heart of the glacier, visit a waterfall and close the adventure with a toast on board during the boat return. This experience is designed for those who seek closer contact with nature and want to live a demanding and off-the-beaten-beaten-path. Whether you’ve already explored the glacier in a traditional way or just want to take your adventurous spirit one step further, this challenge will allow you to push your boundaries and enjoy one of the most striking landscapes in Patagonia.

Bring the family for a three-day tour highlighting southern Argentina’s spectacular natural scenery. Set out from El Calafate with your bilingual guides to Los Glaciares National Park, where you’ll see Lake Argentino, marvel at the thunderous roar of calving glaciers, and enjoy jaw-dropping views  Perito Moreno Glacier—the park’s most iconic glacier—from a multitude of angles. This multiday tour includes two nights lodging in El Calafate.

In our comfortable buses, a bilingual tourist guide will give you information about the landscape you are about to see. Small groups of up to 10 people are organized, and the hike begins from the southern moraine of the Glacier Always accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the corners of the most special glacier of the world for three hours and a half During the walk, the guides will help you learn more about the ice, its surroundings and you will be able to size the dimension of the glacier. During approximately three hours, you will explore every corner of the most special glacier in the world. Back on the moraine, we will start another one-hour walk back to the port, Then, you will board the ship back and you will navigate very close to the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno Glacier and get back to “civilization” after having enjoyed one of the most spectacular ice treks in the world!

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!

Go trekking over a glacier in Argentina with this full-day trekking tour to Perito Moreno Glacier from El Calafate. Get picked up in Calafate and admire views during the transfer to Los Glaciares National Park. On arrival, embark on a physically challenging walk through ice and moraine where you can see crevasses, lagoons, waterfalls, and other glacial formations. Return transport to Calafate is included.

Our navigation will take you to know one of the most beautiful places in Los Glaciares National Park, which only a few people have the privilege of accessing: the May Sine of Lake Argentino. The Seno Mayo (or Brazo Mayo), is one of the wettest sectors of the National Park, that is why the vegetation that can be seen during the two walks (which we will do in the Patagonian Andean forest) is totally different from the one that observes in other places Park. The "Mayo Spirit Trek" is the perfect combination of hiking in the forest, overlooking waterfalls, rivers, hanging glaciers and visiting the Perito Moreno glacier (navigation + walkways). Suitable for all audiences, with low difficulty walks, it makes our passengers happy with our excursion.

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.

Marvel at Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the incredible highlights in Patagonia and South America. Visitors will be accompanied by a guide authorised by Los Glaciares National Park, and taken from El Calafate about eighty kilometres to the glacier. Walk to various walkways and balconies to get the best views of the glacier and any ice that falls thunderously into the lake below.

Trekking on a glacier is a big adventure, but it doesn’t need to take up precious planning time or cause any stress. This guided tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier area in Los Glaciares National Park takes you on a hassle-free hike across some of Patagonia’s most stunning glaciers. All necessary equipment is included, plus your guides provide information about the area’s history and culture as you go.

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.

Set off on a thrilling multi-adventure excursion along the historic Santa Cruz River, where Charles Darwin once explored. This unforgettable journey blends a scenic 4x4 ride along Route 40 with an exhilarating kayak descent of 15 km. After a technical briefing and gearing up in dry suits, paddle downstream while observing stunning geological formations and diverse wildlife. The adventure culminates at Estancia Río Bote, where a delicious riverside lunch awaits. Experience the beauty of Patagonia like never before, guided by experts who ensure your safety and enjoyment throughout the day.

Most tours overlook the gems of El Calafate in favor of natural wonders, but there's plenty to see and do in the town itself. Tour El Calafate and the Walichu Caves' ancient art on this coach tour that reveals the history and unique geological features of this region. Visit the banks of Lago Argentino to view the rock paintings in Walichu Caves, which date back 4,000 years. Enjoy an informative tour of Old Town Calafate, including the El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center.

The town of El Calafate, in the Patagonia region of Argentina, is surrounded by dramatic glaciers on this 2-night tour. Venture inside ancient caves that are adorned with indigenous rock art, where you can learn about the ancient history of the region while enjoying a delicious dinner. Then, take a boat tour along the face of the Perito Moreno Glacier and feel the power of this massive glacier up close.

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.