Top El Calafate Sightseeing Tours - page 2

Todo Glaciares, also known as All Glaciers, is one of the most popular boat tours in El Calafate. You will sail on Argentino lake to discover the Upsala, Seco, Heim, Peineta and Spegazzini glaciers. To complete the experience, you will disembark at Base Spegazzini, a facility equipped with a restaurant, cafeteria and rest area, surrounded by the Patagonian forest, which you will have the opportunity to explore on foot. Travellers love its terrace and viewpoint of the Spegazzini Glacier, perfect for taking photographs. You can choose the option of being picked up from El Calafate or arriving in your own vehicle. You can also enhance your experience by adding the Captain's Club, which includes a VIP cabin on the boat and a gourmet lunch at Base Spegazzini.

Between its historical sites and its natural beauty, El Chalten has plenty to offer curious visitors. This day trip is an easy way to visit the town and its surroundings: admire views of Cerro Torre and Mount Fitz Roy as you trek to a condor lookout point, historical inn, and panoramic view points. This tour includes a mix of transportation by foot and by vehicle, and includes a sit-down lunch.

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.

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.

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.

Maximize time in Patagonia with a multi-day tour that includes mountains, glaciers, and starlit skies. Get picked up at the airport in El Calafate and receive help with your luggage. Over five days, spend a full day at Perito Moreno Glacier including a boat tour, relax in El Calafate during a free day, and set out on a full day tour to Torres del Paine National Park. Discover the stunning natural landscapes of Argentina and Chile throughout. Some meals are included.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia's top attractions, but reaching the rural landmark alone can be tough. Visit the glacier with ease on this full-day trip from El Calafate, which includes convenient coach transportation to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the park's scenic lookouts and walkways to see the glacier from a multitude of different angles. Opt for a boat ride along Perito Moreno's dramatic front side for close-up views of the icy giant.

Relax on your Patagonian vacation by pre-booking this one-way transfer service to or from Comandante Armando Tola International Airport (FTE). You can bypass the long taxi lines at the airport and proceed directly to your El Calafate hotel in a comfortable shuttle with plenty of room for your party and all of your luggage. This transfer is also available from your hotel to the airport.

Experience an unforgettable experience visiting one of the most striking natural treasures on the planet: the Perito Moreno Glacier. This day trip departs from El Calafate, picking up from your hotel around 9:00 a.m., and then delving into the wild and overwhelming landscapes of Patagonia heading to Los Glaciares National Park. Once inside the national park, you will have plenty of time to explore the glacier at your own pace. You can walk a network of walkways through the forest and make your way to different strategic viewpoints. During your visit, you can take a lunch break in the park — either with a picnic or at one of its restaurants — while taking a close look at the stunning ice wall. In addition, you will have the possibility of adding a unique experience: a one-hour boat ride in front of the imposing south face of the glacier, ideal for those who want to live it from another perspective.

Guarantee to have no problems when you arrive in the city, we are the only agency in the city, with presence in El Calafate Airport, to receive you when you arrive in the city. Transfer from the airport to the hotel is by carpooling and arranged according to flight number. Staff wait for you in the arrival area with a sign with your name on it.

Dig into the ancient history of Patagonia with a visit to the El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center. On a self-guided tour of the engaging museum, trace 100 million years of history, from the dinosaurs and mega-mammals of the Pleistocene era to the cultural legacy of native Tehuelche people. Skeletons, fossils, and multimedia displays offer a scientific look at how a dramatic landscape was carved by time.

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.

The Perito Moreno Glacier Tour with Safari Azul is the perfect choice for anyone wanting to experience the Perito Moreno Glacier up close. You can either choose the option with transfers from El Calafate or arrive at the port on your own. The tour includes a 20-minute boat ride across the Brazo Rico of Lake Argentino, followed by a 30-minute walk through the Patagonian forest until you reach the glacier’s edge (note: you won’t be walking on the ice). You’ll have some free time to take in the breathtaking views before heading back along the same trail. The return boat ride takes you along the front of the glacier’s impressive southern wall. If you choose the transfer option, the tour also includes a stop at the Perito Moreno walkways before heading back to El Calafate. LIMITATION: Only suitable for people from 6 to 70 years old. Ready to enjoy an unforgettable day?

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)

Go beyond the tourist trail and spend time in Estancia Nibepo Aike in Los Glaciares National Park and experience Patagonian rural life on this tour from El Calafate. Choose a full-day horseback riding option, marvel at rugged scenery, watch a sheep shearing demonstration, hike, and enjoy a local grilled-lamb lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off at select El Calafate hotels are included for convenience.

Glaciares Gourmet is the most complete boat tour in Los Glaciares National Park and this tours is the best option to discover Calafate's glaciers in style. This tour, unlike other options, is offered in its Premium option, which includes access to the VIP lounge, located in the best place of the boat, so you will enjoy the best views from the room or from its own private terrace. In addition, it includes open bar service, four courses lunch and even its own private bathroom. You will see the Upsala, Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Heim and Seco glaciers. This is the only navigation that allows you to visit the five main glaciers of Los Glaciares National Park. A landing is made before lunch, so you will take a one hour walk through the Patagonian forest located in the Spegazzini channel. Additionally, when booking your reservation, you can choose the option to disembark at the Perito Moreno walkways to make the most of your day.

Spend an afternoon hiking and exploring outside of El Calafate on a visit to La Leona Petrified Forest. Along the way you’ll stop at Hotel La Leona, an old roadhouse that once housed Butch Cassidy, and travel past some of Patagonia’s most alluring scenery, including Mt Fitz Roy and Argentino Lake. Then enjoy an easy guided trek through La Leona’s moon-like forest, keeping an eye out for fossilized dinosaur bones and petrified trees. Your day-long tour includes round-trip air-conditioned transport and a boxed lunch.

Go hiking over the Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina with this small-group, full-day tour from El Calafate. Travel by coach from El Calafate to Los Glaciares National Park and get up close to Patagonia’s famous glacier. Special equipment is provided for trekking over the glacier, visiting different lookout points. A short boat trip is also included in the tour.

Take an unforgettable Patagonian adventure from El Calafate! Travel Route 40 to Tunnel Bay Port and navigate the turquoise waters of Lake Viedma with breathtaking views of the Huemul Massif. Enjoy a gentle hike to a panoramic viewpoint and marvel at the imposing Viedma Glacier, the largest in Argentina. End the day exploring the charming village of El Chaltén before returning to El Calafate.

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

Don't just admire Perito Moreno Glacier from afar. Instead, get closer to the glacier for the ultimate perspective on a blue safari that includes both ice trekking and a cruise on the waters of Los Glacieres National Park. You won't have to bring equipment such as crampons and an ice axe, either, as everything is included.

Explore unique corners of Los Glaciares National Park with this exclusive sailing. From Puerto Punta Bandera, we sail to Seno Mayo to visit the glaciers of Cerro Mayo and Cerro Negro. We hike through Andean forests, waterfalls and hanging glaciers until we reach the base of the Black Glacier. The experience culminates with a breathtaking view of the Perito Moreno Glacier and a tour of its walkways. A perfect combination of sailing, hiking and unforgettable Patagonian landscapes.

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.

It begins with a visit to Punta Walichu, site archaeological located 8 km from the town, you can see the traces of the first men who walked these lands. A walk along the eaves and caves will allow you to observe cave paintings (originals and reproductions) as well as a exceptional view of Lake Argentino and the Andes mountains. The circuit also goes through the main streets of the old town, showing the typical first constructions of the pioneers, as well as the downtown buildings current civic. 17 There will be a visit to the Coastal Walk and the Bahía Redonda, a few meters from the shore of the Argentino Lake, where you can see the abundant local birdlife. As a last stop, at the Center of Historical Interpretation will be observed, through of a self-guided tour, the most important facts historical relevance from the ice ages to the present.