Trekking on a glacier was surreal. I felt like I was on another planet. The ice was beautiful and the guides were all fantastic! Highly recommend
· Renato_L ·
Feb 2026
A very impressive experience, extraordinary beautiful views; attentive, careful, friendly guides; brilliantly organized trekking.
· Jenifer_B ·
Apr 2026
The mini trek was a once in a lifetime experience on the most stunning glacier I've ever seen. I highly recommend it!!!
· Andrew_S ·
Jan 2026
We had great weather and the views were incredible. The trek is very short but gives you plenty of chances to take memorable pictures.
· Sonia_N ·
Jan 2026
Book directly with hielo & aventure - they do all the tours. Viator just charges you way more! I paid 3 times the price of the tour direct. The sights are unbelievable
Trekking on a glacier is a big adventure, but it doesn’t need to take up precious planning time or cause any stress. This guided tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier area in Los Glaciares National Park takes you on a hassle-free hike across some of Patagonia’s most stunning glaciers. All necessary equipment is included, plus your guides provide information about the area’s history and culture as you go.
Los Glaciares National Park trekking tour
Hike Perito Moreno Glacier and more
All necessary equipment included, such as crampons
All transportation included with hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Professional guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Minitrekking on the Glacier
Food and drinks
Perito Moreno Glacier fee is payable by cash or credit card
ARS45,000.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
The pick-up is included only by some hotels in El Calafate.
Remember to send us the name of the hotel where you will be staying in El Calafate.
when you book the tour we will give the time for pick up, it may be different
In the re-confirmation of the reservation we will indicate if the accommodation of each passenger is included in the pick up schedule.
The pick-up does not include Bed&Breakfast or private accommodation. In this case, passengers must present themselves at the agency "Hielo y Aventura" (Avenida del Libertador 483, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina) at the time indicated on the day before the excursion.
Exact pick-up time will be informed one day before the excursion.
**The pick up time is assigned by the company Hielo y Aventura.
**The pick up from the hotels, could suffer from 30 to 45 minutes of delay, because of the big amounts of hotels in town.
The schedules detailed in the description, have been considered provided that the passenger has been assigned the first shift of the day (Pick up 07:30 hs // Drop off 17:30 hs). But such schedule may vary. The final schedule will depend on the availability and the pick up time assigned by the company, at the time of confirming your reservation.
Passengers must contemplate that the excursion has a total duration of approximately 10 hours, starting with the pick-up time at the hotel, until the return to the city of El Calafate.
Once the reservation is confirmed, with the complete data of all the passengers and the hotel where they will be staying, a message will be sent with the exact pick-up and return schedule.
It should be remembered that the Minitrekking has a fixed pick-up route through hotels, which does not include B&B, or private accommodations. If passengers are in these types of accommodations, they must show up at the indicated time, at the "Hielo y Aventura" 's office, to take the transfer that will take them to the Perito Moreno.
In the confirmation of the service with pick-up time, it will be clarified if the accommodation is included in the tour or not.
For the aforementioned reasons, it is NOT RECOMMENDED to take this tour on the day of arrival or departure flight from El Calafate.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
11/01/2025 - 12/31/2027
Monday - Wednesday : 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Thursday : 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Friday : 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Saturday : 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday : 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Itinerary
1
El Calafate
1 hour30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Pasarelas Perito Moreno
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Puerto Bajo las Sombras - Hielo y Aventura
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Perito Moreno Glacier
5 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Puerto Bajo las Sombras - Hielo y Aventura
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
El Calafate
1 hour30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Limitations: This excursion, due to the degree of difficulty and effort required, it is only suitable for people from 10 to 65 years old. - People who are overweight should not participate. We consider as such those that exceed the following criteria: weight in kg greater than twice the height in cm minus 100 (for example, for a height of 1.70m: 170 minus 100 = 70 x 2 = 140)
Minimum age required to take the excursion: 08 years old. Maximum age allowed for the excursion: 65 years old. NO exceptions of ANY KIND in this point
People with any degree or type of physical or mental disability that affects their attention, progress and / or coordination.
People whose cardiac or vascular capacities are diminished, or use stents, pacemakers or other prostheses for example: medicated with anticoagulants, grade III varices (those that are thick and multiple), cardiac arrhythmias.
People suffering from diseases that provoke respiratory disabilities (COPD, asthma, emphysema, etc.).
Minimum age required to take the excursion: 10 years old. Maximum age allowed for the excursion: 65 years old. NO exceptions of ANY KIND in this point.
Smoking is not allowed during the excursion.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Krzysztof_B
The trek is easy and offers an incredible ex The trek is easy and offers an incredible experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting this place due to the variable weather conditions. You can take perfect photos during the trek, and the weather can be adjusted, with perfect lighting. The guides are very friendly and contribute to the atmosphere. I highly recommend it.
Reviews
4.8
based on 243 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The mini trek was a once in a lifetime experience on the most stunning glacier I've ever seen. I highly recommend it!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
thank you
Trekking on a glacier was...
Lisa_G, Mar 2026
Trekking on a glacier was surreal. I felt like I was on another planet. The ice was beautiful and the guides were all fantastic! Highly recommend
Response from Host, Mar 2026
thank you
This is the tour
Renato_L, Feb 2026
A very impressive experience, extraordinary beautiful views; attentive, careful, friendly guides; brilliantly organized trekking.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
thank you
We had great weather and...
Andrew_S, Jan 2026
We had great weather and the views were incredible. The trek is very short but gives you plenty of chances to take memorable pictures.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
thank you
Book direct not through viatior - amazing tour
Sonia_N, Jan 2026
Book directly with hielo & aventure - they do all the tours. Viator just charges you way more! I paid 3 times the price of the tour direct. The sights are unbelievable
Response from Host, Mar 2026
we include transfers
I wish the actual...
Daniele_G, Nov 2025
I wish the actual trekking on the glacier was longer but it was nice nonetheless. The guide were skilled and knowledgeable
Response from Host, Nov 2025
there is a longer trek 3 hours over the ice,
Mini-trekking on the...
DINA_B, Nov 2025
Mini-trekking on the Moreno Glacier was absolutely EPIC—crunching across dazzling blue ice, surreal crevasses, and breathtaking views. A once-in-a-lifetime adventure that left me awestruck! 🏔️
Response from Host, Nov 2025
thank you very much
Good
Soichiro_H, Nov 2025
The guide is just transferring us to the places and the guide itself was done by ourselves (for the view point) or by the other operation company (for the ice trekking, which maybe the only one operation company for ice trekking ).
Response from Host, Nov 2025
the ice treks guides are only for ice portion of the tour, other guides are for Perito Moreno sidewalks
The trek is easy and...
Krzysztof_B, Oct 2025
The trek is easy and offers an incredible ex The trek is easy and offers an incredible experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting this place due to the variable weather conditions. You can take perfect photos during the trek, and the weather can be adjusted, with perfect lighting. The guides are very friendly and contribute to the atmosphere. I highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
thank you very much
Very over-priced
Robert_L, May 2025
This was a very, very expensive excursion for the experience provided. Yes, walking on a glacier is cool and the guides were extremely extremely nice, but a thousand bucks for two people is just too much. Instead, I would recommend just taking a taxi to the overlook of the glacier. You get some great views, it doesn't take all day, and he will save significant money.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
son opciones distintas que eligen cada viajero .nuestro servicio es ofrecer la mejor experiencia coordinando puntualidad, eficiencia y disfrutar de la naturaleza activamente.
mandatory tour!
Ricardo_D, Apr 2025
once in a lifetime experience. all perfectly organized with expert staff. no words can posibly describe this
Response from Host, Jun 2025
apreciamos sus comentarios y reconocimiento
muchas gracias
Absolutely amazing experience do it!
Mallory_W, Feb 2025
Absolutely amazing experience. It was by far one of the coolest things I have ever done. The guides were so helpful. The whole day was wonderful!!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
thank you
Nice
Siying_C, Feb 2025
Easy walk with nice English-speaking guide, the cruise is also nice, and the driver is reliable, helpful and very friendly
Response from Host, Feb 2025
thank you
Great views but limited time on the glacier
Thomas_R, Jan 2025
A very nice day and spectacular views of the south side of the glacier. All was organized well. I just wish we had more time on the glacier, it was just an hour and we only walked on the very edge of it.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
OK WE TAKE NOTICE, full tour is 10 hours
Must do trip!
Jolanta_C, Jan 2025
This trip was absolutely amazing from start to finish—everything was perfectly organized. A special highlight was the Sebastián Out Glacier tour. Sebastián was a phenomenal guide with a fantastic sense of humor, incredible photography skills, and a friendly, engaging attitude that made the adventure unforgettable. The experience was thrilling, filled with fun, and truly recommendable for anyone seeking an exceptional activity. Highly recommend this trip!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
thank you very mucha
This experience was so...
Rachael_S, Jan 2025
This experience was so well organised and I had such a great day. Walking on the glacier is incredible but the guides were also very knowledgeable about the landscape and wildlife. I'd highly recommend it!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you rachael
Amazing day!
Paola_J, Jan 2025
Absolutely amazing day! We loved the experience of walking on ice plus the boat ride and the hike to lunch. The views were amazing and all our guides were fun and friendly and made sure we had a great day. It was all beautiful and well planned.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you maria
A great way to experience Perito Moreno
Rachal_R, Dec 2024
This was a fabulous tour! Only about 1.5 hours of walking on the glacier but the other included walks along the shore and through the forest were beautiful, it included two boat rides with ground level views of the glacier, and a 1 hour visit to the viewing balconies. The tour was well run and very informative with friendly guides. A great way to experience Perito Moreno!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
thak you maria
Could have been shorter exclude walk to lunch spot
ROBERT_C, Nov 2024
Great trip! Glacier was really cool and guides were great. Awesome views. Could have skipped the walk to where we had lunch and just left after the glacier. The lunch spot had a nice view but it sounded like you could buy food there and you couldn’t. They should have a restaurant there that sells food and drinks. Driver was slow, didn’t speak English and we got there late. A lot of cars passed us and the credit card machine didn’t work at the park which slowed us down so not totally his fault.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
there isnt any possibilities for a restaurant inside national park area and for sustanaible reasons, we sent a message to bring your own lunch box, thank you maria
Amazing glacier hike
Sergei_G, Oct 2024
It's hard to describe the beauty of the glacier but it definitely trumped all of our expectations to be able to see and walk on it.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
graciass
Best experience *ever*!
x8zp7gwnj7, Oct 2024
There are no words for how incredible this experience was. Highly recommend, be prepared as it was hard work especially in high winds but totally worth it!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
muchas gracias
Wonderful experience
Charles_D, Oct 2024
This trip is absolutely worth it. The actual glacier hike is a good length without wearing you out. The guides were very informative. The other half of the tour was the walkways overlooking the glacier. Make sure you go all the way down and up close. The view is unbelievable and the glacier calves regularly.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
gracias
Highly recommend
Melissa_F, Oct 2024
Great guides; very friendly and helpful. Fantastic experience that we would highly recommend to anyone visiting El Calafate
Response from Host, Oct 2024
thank you
Cool
Jeann_C, Sep 2024
This was great. The tour guide was amazing
Overall . Good team work and an amazing group. I would do it all over
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you
Amazing
Lindsey_L, Jul 2024
Amazing day. So glad we ended up doing this tour. breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. Learned so much about the glacier!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
thank you
Once in a Lifetime Experience!
Leah_B, Jul 2024
This is by far one of the coolest things I've ever gotten to do. The entire time we just kept looking around us in awe of where we actually were. Definitely go do this. It's easy with the tour company taking care of everything and the route being kept very safe and clear. Crampons are not hard to walk with if you follow the instructions of your guide. I highly recommend crossing "trek on a glacier" off of your bucket list.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you
Trip was good. Book local. Not through Viator, unless you want to pay a lot extra for nothing.
Mun_W, Jun 2024
The trip was fun. Guides were decent. Why I only gave it average stars was because Viator WAY overcharged for the trip.
I was on the same tour with 2 other English speakers. I paid $395 USD booking through Viator. Another lady stated she paid $250 booking in town. A guy said he paid $280. All these prices for the exact same trip!
I used to trust Viator that they gave good rates for tours. Now I will NOT. This was really a rip off compared to what other people paid.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
depends when you book the tour
Everything went...
carmen_l, May 2024
Everything went excellent, well organized, all the tour guides were knowledgeable and helpful, the place is magical.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you
Relaxing and lots of photo opps
Christine_R, May 2024
Minitrek was a great relaxing excursion! The tour hosts were great (thanks to Jorje our driver and Jorjelina our guide). The team at Hielo were very friendly, they are the only company that actually hosts the tour. Many thanks to our guides Sebastian and Miguel who were very informative, kept us safe on the ice.
The trek itself was much easier than expected, not very difficult, with some guard rails to assist along the way. Lots of photo opportunities. Whiskey at the end was a great finishing touch.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
thank you
The experience was...
Abba_K, Apr 2024
The experience was amazing..
The only issue was the transport.. too tight. Not enough space in the mini bus and the large one.
Response from Host, May 2024
we ll see this, thank you
Member Pricing
From
$469.87
per person
Was $494.60(-5%)
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)