Top El Calafate Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Check out the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier, which can reach up to over 260ft (80m) high, on this full day trek, either guided or non-guided- your choice. You'll have a chance to walk along the glacier walkways, and get tons of photos from viewpoints along the way. This tour starts in Los Glaciares National park, which is about 50m (80km) from El Calafate.

Don’t just admire the Perito Moreno Glacier from a distance, discover the highlight of Los Glaciares National Park from three different perspectives during a trekking tour that reveals panoramic views of the landscapes. Hike at your own pace on the ice using provided equipment, sail along the glacier walls by boat, and visit several viewpoints of the glacier. Upgrade to include convenient pickup and drop-off in El Calafate.

Discover the magical village of El Chaltén, surrounded by mountains, lakes and glaciers. We will give you an unforgettable experience, specially designed for you, without massive tours. This experience is ideal for those who wish to travel this area of Southern Patagonia at their own pace. This personalized shuttle service provides the necessary time for passengers to enjoy their ride with peace of mind. Start from El Calafate to El Chaltén in the morning, and stop at different viewpoints. Then you will stop at the Parador La Leona. When you arrive in El Chaltén, you can choose between the following two options: 1. Trails low difficulty : Jumping splash and condor viewpoint. 2. Path medium difficulty : Laguna Capri. This service includes: ✔️Onboard WI-FI connection (Starlink) ✔️Trekking poles ✔️Binoculars ✔️Crampons

Experience the majestic icy expanse of the Perito Moreno Glacier on this full-day tour from El Calafate. Enjoy views of the peaks of Los Glaciares National Park with a professional guide, and take an optional boat ride on Lago Argentino for an up-close perspective on the fantastic formation. You might even witness the glacier’s signature movement and cracking sounds from detaching icebergs.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the largest in the world, surrounded by an icy wonderland of mountains, lakes, and forests. On this tour, explore Perito Moreno National Park with a local guide who takes you to several viewpoints to admire the glacier from various angles—all with equally spectacular views. Learn how Perito Moreno is one of the few glaciers in the world that isn’t retreating, and why that makes it geologically unique.

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.

Immerse yourself in the icy beauty of the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier—without worrying about the logistics and navigation—on this day trip from El Calafate. Following hotel pickup, travel to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once there, you can do a four-hour hike to the glacier or choose an optional boat tour.

Discover the charm of El Chaltén, a picturesque mountain village nestled in the heart of Argentine Patagonia and celebrated as the National Capital of Trekking. This full-day guided tour is ideal for travelers eager to experience the breathtaking natural beauty of El Chaltén—without the need for long or strenuous hikes. Designed with comfort and exploration in mind, this experience takes you to some of the area’s most iconic spots, including the stunning Chorrillo del Salto waterfall and the panoramic Condors Viewpoint. You'll also enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (vegetarian options available), and have free time to explore the village at your own pace. Whether you're looking to take in dramatic mountain landscapes, enjoy a relaxed outdoor adventure, or simply check off a must-see destination in Patagonia—this tour offers it all. Don’t miss the chance to visit one of Argentina’s most scenic treasures.

See some of the world’s most amazing glaciers on this full-day tour of Lake Argentino. View multiple glaciers from the ship including Upsala and Perito Moreno, as you cruise down the Iceberg Canal. Choose between classic or gourmet options with enhanced viewing platforms, and packages that include hassle-free round-trip transfers.

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.

Discover Patagonia Like Never Before Travel by 4x4 along rarely explored trails, skirting the majestic Lake Argentino, and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes that will leave you in awe. Explore ancient caves and uncover the rock art of Patagonia’s first inhabitants, created over 4,000 years ago with natural pigments. Connect with the history and culture of this land while enjoying a lunch or dinner inside a cave—a moment that blends flavor, magic, and authenticity. This experience is designed for those seeking more than just a tour: adventure, discovery, and unforgettable memories await.

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

Experience the authentic Patagonian steppe on a scenic horseback ride with panoramic views of Lake Argentino and the surrounding landscapes of El Calafate. Discover native flora and birdlife while riding through open natural terrain in a peaceful and immersive setting. This is a contemplative horseback experience conducted at walking pace, designed to be safe and enjoyable for riders of all experience levels. Trotting or galloping is not permitted, ensuring a relaxed and secure ride for everyone.

Take a break from typical tours and enjoy a unique experience at the Perito Moreno Glacier, sailing up close to the beautiful glacier. Stroll around the glacier and witness ice formations and on the scenic trail along the lakeshore. Capture the beauty with plenty of photographs, creating memories that will last a lifetime with your friends and family. Enjoy this experience with a tour guide who makes the experience even fun and easier.

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.

We spent an afternoon in the countryside visiting the main facilities of Estancia 25 de Mayo, where you can enjoy a chat around the stove, to learn about local history, life in Patagonian ranches and life of the pioneers of El Calafate. There is a demonstration of herding and shearing in the old warehouse. The tour continues along a flora path, where different native plants can be seen to arrive and enjoy the view of the hills, the Calafate stream and a tasting of mulled wine and candied lamb. The walk continues to the organic orchard and the old facilities that surround the main part of the ranch. The visit continues with a Show dinner at the Quincho Restaurant, where you can enjoy the traditional Patagonian lamb and the folkloric show with local artists.

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 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?

Set out on a six-day tour of Argentina’s stunning Patagonia region with a range of lodging budgets to choose from. This multiday excursion includes guided adventures like a boat cruise to Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, as well as ample time to explore on your own. Embark on a full-day hike up Mt Fitz Roy if you’re feeling up to it, or simply bask in the scenic beauty of El Chaltem. Learn about Patagonian culture throughout your trip, which begins and ends in El Calafate.

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.

El Chaltén Express – Soft walks and unforgettable scenery The day begins at 7:30 am in El Calafate, and then travel 220 km to El Chaltén, crossing the Patagonian steppe. Along the way you stop at Estancia La Leona and, weather permitting, at the Viedma Glacier Lookout, overlooking the glacial valley and Fitz Roy and Torre hills. Already in El Chaltén, you have about 5 hours to tour the village inside the Los Glaciares National Park, making two low difficulty hikes with local guide : the first to the Mirador de los Condores (2 km, 100 m elevation), overlooking the Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre and the village; then, after homemade lunch (according to option chosen), you visit the Chorrillo del Salto, a waterfall accessible by a 500 meters trail. Return to El Calafate begins at 16:00, arriving at hotels between 18:30 and 19:00.

Visiting Perito Moreno Glacier in just one day is easy on this guided tour from El Calafate with hotel pickup included. An early-morning departure helps you beat the crowds, so you can wander along the walkways in front of the glacier without too much interference once you arrive. Then, get close within 490 feet (150 meters) of the glacier on a sailing tour around the south face (available as an upgrade option upon checkout).

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.