Top Patagonia Full-day Tours - page 4

Cabo San Pablo and Estancia Pirinaica is a unique experience because it allows you to know a region of Tierra del Fuego full of history, in the middle of a very outstanding Ecotone landscape, in addition to being able to know a stay with more than one hundred years of history, the stranded ship Desdemona, the Lighthouse with panoramic views of Caletas San Pablo and Ladrillero. Guanacos and foxes can be observed on the way, as well as delighting in the route of the estancias.

Take advantage of the personalized attention that comes with hiring a private guide during this 7-hour shore excursion Peninsula Valdés. Take in views of a sea lion colony and search for American ostriches and foxes. Pickup and drop-off at the cruise port will be timed to your ship's arrival.

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.

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.

Explore the spectacular natural surroundings of Península Valdés during this 11-hour trip from Puerto Madryn. With your local nature guide, make a stop at Puerto Pirámides during the drive. Visit El Faro to explore the cliffs, getting up close and personal with seals and sea lions. Enjoy lunch at Puerto Delgado (own expense), then head for Punta Canor to admire the unusual geological formations. Round-trip transportation from centrally located Puerto Madryn accommodations is included.

Embark on a scenic half-day hike through the Tierra Mayor Valley to the Emerald Lagoon (Laguna Esmeralda), a natural wonder that can only be reached on foot. Leave the navigating to your guide and focus on enjoying the views as you trek through the Coihues and Lengas forests, passing streams and peat bogs on route to the lagoon.

Discover a side of Patagonia that’s different from the usual mountains and lakes on a day trip to La Leona Petrified Forest, home to trees said to be more than 70 million years old. Letting someone else drive you from El Calafate saves you the hassle of navigating, while your guide provides insight that puts the fossils and ancient trees into context.

Traveling by 4x4 is the only way to explore Patagonia's rugged terrain away from the crowds. In just a day, barrel through the Garibaldi Pass en route to Escondido Lake and Fagnano Lake, passing through tucked-away forest trails and other stunning landscapes as you go. This tour also includes a barbecue lunch at a rustic cabin—it's the perfect taste of Patagonian mountain culture.

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.

Access the southern Andes’ secluded lakes with ease on a 4x4 tour of the scenic region from Ushuaia. Explore Lake Escondido, Lake Fagnano, and beyond with your professional guide, benefiting from the more personalized experience of a small-group tour. Gain a unique experience of the landscape with included canoeing or sledging, depending on the season, and avoid hidden costs with a barbecue lunch and round-trip transfer included.

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.

Discover the delights of El Chalten on a day trip from El Calafate that saves you the hassle of planning and booking your transfers and activities. Letting someone else drive means you can keep your eyes fixed firmly on the scenery along the way, while traveling in a climate-controlled vehicles lets you cover more natural highlights in less time.

With this Punta Tombo tour, you can enjoy the rare opportunity of seeing penguins in their natural habitat. Led by a guide, benefit from having someone to lead the way, so you don’t get lost down the trails. On top of this, hear fascinating commentary about local flora and fauna that you’d miss out on if exploring alone.

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.

See more glaciers and mountains on a full-day small-group excursion to El Chalten. Travel along Argentina’s iconic Route 40 from El Calafate with included hotel pickup to reach towering Mt. Fitz Roy. Enjoy a boat ride across Lago del Desierto to the Vespignani Glacier reserve where you can walk self-guided paths to glacial and mountain viewpoints. A lunch box is provided during the tour.

Argentina’s ‘Land of Fire’ is as dramatic as the name suggests. Emerald lagoons, peat bogs and snow-capped mountain peaks are just some of the views to expect on this day trip from Ushuaia which visits five different viewpoints at the ‘end of the world’. An optional extra for ultimate bragging rights is riding on the Southern Fuegian railway, the southernmost railway line in the world.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spend a day immersed in the rugged landscapes of Patagonia as you embark on a small-group excursion across the Ojo del Albino glacier. Head to the Esmeralda Lagoon and affix your crampons to begin the drek across ice and snow. Enjoy sweeping views of your surroundings while you explore and stop for lunch right on the glacier before heading back to the refuge.

Trek to some the best views in Patagonia on a moderately challenging hike to the Vinciguerra Glacier. Cross peat bogs and valley forests all the way up past timberline, where your mountain guide will help you safely walk on the glacier ice if conditions allow. Recharge with a picnic lunch and hot drinks as you enjoy the scenery at top of the world, including views of the Tempanos Lagoon.