Top El Calafate Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Get ready to experience one of the most breathtaking sights in South America on this unforgettable excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier, the crown jewel of Argentine Patagonia. Your day begins with a guided visit to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the network of scenic walkways that offer unbeatable panoramic views of the glacier—perfect for photos and quiet moments of awe. Feel the thunder as massive chunks of ice crash into the lake below, a spectacle that makes Perito Moreno truly one-of-a-kind. Want to get even closer? Enhance your adventure with an optional one-hour boat ride, where you'll sail right up to the towering glacier wall for an up-close look at its immense beauty and power. Whether you're a nature lover, photographer, or just someone seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, this tour is a must-do on your Patagonia itinerary. Curious what your day at the Perito Moreno Glacier will be like?

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.

an incredible experience on the catwalks and with guides who are natives of Patagonia, they will show us the beautiful path to the glacier, specialists in the area and taking care of the details of a quality service, where they will make us hear the noise and feel the magic of the glaciers and the best views, in the cave of suspiros we can enjoy an impressive view of the Perito Moreno glacier

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.

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.

Remote and historic Estancia Cristina is your destination on this full-day outdoor Patagonian adventure which begins with a boat tour on Lake Argentino in a stable catamaran and an up-close look at the Upsala Glacier. Once at the ranch, which is located inside Los Glaciares National Park, switch gears for a guided horseback ride on pristine ranchland and a traditional lunch.

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!

The Cañadón de los Fósiles is located in the Los Glaciares National Park and is renowned for its ancient marine fossils, remarkably preserved by glacial activity. On this full-day adventure tour, set sail across Lake Argentino, climb through the Feruglio mountains in a 4WD, and enjoy spectacular views across Lake Guillermo, the Upsala Glacier, and the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, before hiking through the Cañadón de los Fósiles.

Admire the UNESCO-listed Perito Moreno Glacier and the spectacular landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park from two different perspectives on a day trip from El Calafate. Not only will you enjoy ample time to see the glacier from the boardwalks, you’ll also get closer to the ice during a boat trip on Argentino Lake (Lago Argentino).

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

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.

NAVIGATE THROUGH THE NORTH BRANCH OF THE LAKE Depart from El Calafate towards Punta Bandera Port, where catamarans set sail to start navigating to the north branch of the lake and the icebergs barrier, previous to Upsala Glacier, that you will see at a distance due to big icebergs. Then, the boat trip continues heading for Spegazzini Channel, to see the Seco, Heim, and Spegazzini glaciers. After sailing in front of the Spegazzini Glacier, we disembark at a refuge, where you can take a short walk of 300mts to enjoy the view of the Spegazzini Glacier from the shore. Afterward, we return to the port.

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)

The Patagonia region of Argentina is home to many dramatic glaciers. On this full-day boat tour from El Calafate, see the Seco, Heim, Spegazzini, and Upsala glaciers while traveling on a catamaran. After lunch onboard, continue navigating toward the north face of the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most famous sights in Argentina.

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?

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.

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.

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.

Torres del Paine National Park is home to some of South America’s most dramatic natural landscapes and epic hiking trails—most of which require two or more days to complete. This tour lets you experience hiking in the park on a day trip, following a lesser-known trail from Big Jump to the Horn Lookout with magnificent views over Lake Nordenskjöld and Lake Pehoé.

Get ‘wild’ on your visit to El Calafate by enjoying this full-day trek to El Chalten in Los Glaciares National Park. Marvel at the rugged peaks of the Andes and Argentino Lake as you drive along the famous Route 40. When you reach El Chalten, you’ll get to enjoy a range of independent or guided hiking trails within this scenic area. A boxed lunch is also included to help fuel the adventure.

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.

The Cañadon Experience is a medium difficulty trek that allows us to travel along the riverbed of the Calafate Creek, until we reach the 25 de Mayo Stay Section. The surrounding hills form a canyon that invites you to discover it enjoying the stream, always safe from the wind that the valley offers. In the course of the walk you will see a lot of birds, river trout and flora characteristic of the steppe. They are 7 kilometers on the rise where you will travel through canyons, streams, geological formations containing marine fossils that show that the environments that are transited were mutated over the years. Trekking culminates when you arrive at the Section, house located 800 meters above sea level, in a valley with a magnificent view of the hills, ideal for relaxing and enjoying lunch. The tour is private by vehicle. During lunch you can share with other passengers of another excursion if any.

It's easy to cross the border from Argentina to Chile when you travel by bus. This ticket takes you from El Calafate, Argentina to Puerto Natales, Chile—the base of Torres del Paine National Park—all on one easy bus. Avoid figuring out bus transfers or dealing with complicated public transportation logistics by booking this one-and-done ride.

Get closer to the massive glaciers of El Calafate than you could on land on this full-day sightseeing boat excursion. Cruise across Lago Argentino to view the Spegazzini and Upsala glaciers up close, avoiding the crowds on land as you sail. Enjoy lunch onboard while you appreciate the spectacular scenery, then snap photos from the deck of the boat. Learn about the natural history of the area from your guide and relax on the comfortable vessel.