Top Patagonia Water Tours - page 3

I lived a unique experience sailing the mythical Beagle Canal on an excursion that combines unforgettable landscapes and emblematic fauna of the region. During the tour we will visit Bird Island, home to numerous species of seabirds; the Isle of Wolves, where we will observe sea lions in their natural habitat; and the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. The highlight of the experience will be the landing on Martillo Island, where you will have the opportunity to take a guided walk among Papuan penguins in their natural environment. For approximately 30 minutes, you will be able to observe them very closely, know their behavior and enjoy a truly unique experience on this sub-Antarctic island. This activity allows a direct and respectful connection with the fauna, becoming an incomparable way to live the nature of Tierra del Fuego.

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.

The Patagonia region of Southern Argentina is dotted with lakes and glaciers. Enjoy both on this full-day boat tour from El Calafate. Navigate on Lake Argentino, the largest freshwater lake in Argentina, for views of Seco Glacier, Spegazzini Glacier, Upsala Glacier, and, finally, Perito Moreno Glacier in Glaciers National Park.

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.

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.

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.

This full-day cruise by MarPatag offers the most complete navigation in Los Glaciares National Park, visiting the Upsala, Spegazzini, and Perito Moreno glaciers in one day. Sail aboard a modern vessel with panoramic windows and outdoor decks for continuous glacier views. Enjoy personalized service, onboard commentary, and the option to upgrade to a gourmet lunch for a memorable Patagonian experience. Unlike other tours, this route includes the Icebergs Channel and the north face of the Perito Moreno Glacier, making it the most comprehensive cruise from El Calafate. Passengers can also disembark at Puerto Moreno to explore the walkways overlooking the Perito Moreno Glacier, adding a unique land perspective to the experience.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Our trip begins at the local port, from where we will head towards Alicia Island. Here you will have the opportunity to observe a colony of sea lions up close, a fascinating experience for marine life lovers. We will continue our journey to Isla de los Pájaros, home to colonies of royal and imperial cormorants. Continuing our course eastward, we will reach another small island where you will be able to see two-hair fur seals. Nearby is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, a symbol of the city of Ushuaia built in 1919. From there, you will have panoramic views of the rocky cormorant island. On our way back, we will disembark at Bridges Island to walk along an interpretative trail of flora and birdlife. To culminate this unforgettable experience, we will climb to the highest panoramic point of the island, from where you will be able to appreciate the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the city of Ushuaia in the distance.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ideal private navigation to enjoy the Beagle Channel alone with your family or group of friends. The excursions are carried out with the “KAMS and“ TELIENKA ”yachts, twin boats of 15 meters in length, which due to their dimensions allow a maximum approach to the islands allowing preferential sightings. The maximum capacity per group is 26 passengers. During our tour we visit Isla Alicia, Isla de Pájaros and Isla de Lobos, where we make very close sightings of the fauna of the Beagle Channel. We know the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse built in 1919, a true emblem of the City of Ushuaia. At the end, we disembark at Bridges Island to walk a path of interpretation of flora and birds, telling the story of the Yámanas aborigines. Here are the largest anthropogenic Yámanas shells in the region. It also has a panoramic point from where we can observe the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the City of Ushuaia in the distance.

The Beagle Channel runs through the Tierra del Fuego archipelago at the southernmost tip of Patagonia. On this tour, set sail on a scenic cruise along the remote strait and visit the sea lion colonies at Los Lobos island, see Les Eclareir´s Lighthouse, and look out for skuas, albatross, and gaviotas on Los Pajaros island.

I experienced the end of the world as it should be: sailing along the legendary Beagle Channel, off the coast of Ushuaia. The journey takes you straight to the heart of wildlife: Seabird Island, where cormorants dominate the sky, and Sea Lion Island, where these incredible animals rest just a few meters from your camera. Pure, unfiltered nature. The highlight comes in front of the iconic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, the most famous postcard image of southern Argentina. A solitary red and white lighthouse in the middle of a breathtaking landscape. We finish with a landing on Bridges Island and a short walk to a natural viewpoint: city, mountains, and canal in a single image. It's more than an excursion. It's experiencing Patagonia in its wildest state.

Exploring the most remote and challenging glaciers of Lago Argentino is possible through sailing, offering the unique opportunity to venture out on a catamaran or explore from the balconies and deck, ideal for capturing stunning photographs. The landing at the Spegazzini Base, a piece of land in the middle of the immensity of Lake Argentino and the Glacier field. It allows you to take walks with the most spectacular views of the National Park.

Aboard our comfortable buses, we’ll head north along the iconic National Route N°3. Along the way, we’ll take a short break to delve into the rich history of the region before continuing on the picturesque Provincial Route "J." Our destination: Puerto Almanza, a charming fishing village located 70 km from Ushuaia. From this delightful port, we’ll board a custom semi-rigid boat with a capacity for 22 passengers. We’ll sail for 30 minutes through the serene waters of the Beagle Channel, heading toward the famous Martillo Island. This magical place is home to a colony of Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, offering an unforgettable experience. We’ll enjoy 40 minutes of observation from the boat, getting close enough to admire their behavior in their natural habitat a moment that will leave a lasting impression. Afterward, we’ll return to Puerto Almanza, where you can relax and recharge before heading back to Ushuaia. Departure time will be confirmed upon receiving the itinerary.