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Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip with Optional Boat Ride

Recommended by 90% of travelers
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El Calafate, Argentina
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6
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· Susan ·
May 2026
Fabulous experience with breathtaking views. The trip was very well planned and the guide was so knowledgable as well as very nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
· Gary_P ·
Apr 2026
Fabolous time, seeing the glacier awesome. The boat ride to the glacier, all good. The walking trails perfect condition.

Overview

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia's top attractions, but reaching the rural landmark alone can be tough. Visit the glacier with ease on this full-day trip from El Calafate, which includes convenient coach transportation to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the park's scenic lookouts and walkways to see the glacier from a multitude of different angles. Opt for a boat ride along Perito Moreno's dramatic front side for close-up views of the icy giant.
  • Roam the walkways of Los Glaciares National Park to see the glacier from all angles
  • Spend less time organizing and more time enjoying the scenery
  • Learn about the park’s geology, flora, and fauna from your guide
  • Upgrade to include a boat ride close to the glacier front wall

What's Included

  • Walkways National Park Tour
  • Boat ride (if option selected)
  • Local Professional Tour Guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee - Los Glaciares National Park.
    $45.00 per person
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Itinerary

After pickup at your El Calafate hotel, travel by comfortable coach to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Perito Moreno glacier. During the ride, learn about the park's animal and plant life, including details about Perito Moreno. Stop along the journey at scenic alpine lookouts among the mountains and the steppes.

Arrive at the 'Curve of Sighs,' a turn in the solitary road that offers visitors their first panoramic view of Perito Moreno. This gigantic ice field is one of the only advancing glaciers in the world, a 19-mile (30-km) block of ice that juts out into the milky blue water of Lago Argentino. 

Walk on the glacier using the park's wooden walkways and follow directions from your guide to some of the area's hiking trails. Visit the viewing platforms for perspectives of the immense ice field from different angles and levels. Watch for calving: chunks of ice rupturing off the face of the glacier and cascading into Lago Argentino. Break for lunch (own expense) in the park's restaurant or enjoy refreshments you've brought with you. 

Re-board your coach for the ride back to El Calafate and drop-off at your hotel.

Optional Boat Ride: After viewing the Curve of Sighs, head directly for Bajo Las Sombras port and board your boat. Sail between floating ice chunks of every size as you cross the Rico Arm of Lago Argentino. Visit the advancing wall of the glacier, a 196-foot (60-meter) vertical face of ice that juts out into the lake. 

Afterward, join your guide for a visit to the footbridge that allows multiple views of Perito Moreno from land. Observe ice calving and crashing from the wall into the lake before you return to your coach for the ride back to El Calafate and drop-off at your hotel.

El Calafate (Pass By)

Los Glaciares National Park (Pass By)

1

Perito Moreno Glacier

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

2

Lago Argentino

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

3

Pasarelas Perito Moreno

3 hours Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • It is recommended that you wear warm, comfortable clothes and shoes and bring water, snacks and sunscreen
  • IMPORTANT: If you wish to cancel your tour, please note that no refund will be granted from the 24th of December to the 02nd of January. All sales are final between those dates.
  • Please note that the entrance fee to the National Park is not included and can only be purchased in cash and Argentine pesos.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

Frequently Asked Question (1)

Q:What is the pick up location?

A:We offer pick ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.

Jul 2019

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Nabil_A
Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride: Worth Every Moment The full-day trip to Perito Moreno is an essential Patagonian experience, and the added boat navigation transforms it from amazing to truly unforgettable. After exploring the extensive network of boardwalks, which offer breathtaking panoramic views of the glacier's 240-foot face, the one-hour boat ride provides a crucial, up-close perspective. Sailing into the Canal de los Témpanos, you feel the glacier's immense scale and hear the powerful, thunderous cracks as massive chunks of ice calve and crash into the water—a spectacle you might miss from the land. The sheer blue color of the ice seen from the water is mesmerizing, offering photo opportunities that are completely different from the walkways. This combination of land views and water proximity ensures you capture the full majesty of this actively growing natural wonder. It’s an easy, well-organized, and awe-inspiring day that is highly recommended.

Reviews

4.6
based on 240 reviews
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Excellent trip with stunning scenery. Collected from and to my hotel door too!

Susan, May 2026
Fabulous experience with breathtaking views. The trip was very well planned and the guide was so knowledgable as well as very nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Susan, thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the stunning scenery and our hotel pick-up service. We hope to welcome you again in Patagonia! Tangol Tours

Awesome glacier experience

Gary_P, Apr 2026
Fabolous time, seeing the glacier awesome. The boat ride to the glacier, all good. The walking trails perfect condition.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for your review! We're delighted you enjoyed the glacier, the boat ride, and the walking trails. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again! Tangol Tours

Great experience, but expensive compared to local price

NeilAmol_D, Mar 2026
Only get the package for transportation, do not add the optional boat tour through Viator. It is twice the cost as the price you would pay locally if you want to add it on later at the day of travel. Viator contracts a local company and the local company allows to add the boat tour for anyone who wants to do it. The on the spot cost is ARS 65,000 which is about $45, way less than the $100 that Viator charges. Apart from that the glaciers itself are amazing and a must visit! We had an amazing time, and got to see them upclose, and also break and fall off

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're very happy to hear you enjoyed the Perito Moreno Glacier and had such a memorable experience. Regarding the boat safari, prices at the destination may occasionally be lower due to last-minute promotions offered to fill any remaining seats. However, booking the boat tour in advance guarantees your spot, while waiting to book on the day of travel always carries the risk of it being sold out. We always do our best to offer the best possible rates while providing the convenience and peace of mind of having your reservation confirmed before your trip. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you again in Patagonia! Tangol Tours

Lovely day to view the Glacier and the park

Marek_S, Mar 2026
Seem to have dealt with alot of companies on this trip; Tangol, Gigantes Patagones, and the tour operator on the day seemed to be Tiempolibre who supplied the coaches and tour guide. Prompt pickup at my hotel and a bus feeder transfer to a coach outside El Calafate. Was booked to do the optional boat ride at 10AM with balcones after. You can also buy the park ticket at the park entrance 45,000 ars with cash or card. Toilet breaks along the way, and there is a Cafe at the glacier centre. After getting our boat tickets we were then told the boat had departed, and the boat was cancelled until 1PM. So we did the balcones first. No big deal. Stunning glacier and good narration in English. I would recommend this trip.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Marek, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're pleased everything ran smoothly, from pick-up to the tour itself. We hope the Perito Moreno Glacier remains a highlight of your trip! Tangol Tours

Simply a must-do experience

Petrus_K, Jan 2026
This is a must-do, and you MUST book the optional boat tour. We warned - the weather between El Calafate and the glacier can be very different - prepare for cooler and possibly wet weather. Even if you think you would not be interested in seeing the glacier, once you are there, you will be glad you went.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hello Petrus, thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed this unforgettable experience and the optional boat tour. Tangol Tours

Great Tour !

Amelia_R, Dec 2025
Great experience and very informative. Its been a dream of mine to see Perito Moreno. I was exhausted at the end.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Dear Amelia, thank you for your lovely review! We're honored to have been part of making your dream of visiting Perito Moreno come true. We hope to welcome you back for another Patagonian adventure! Tangol Tours

Magnificent scenery

Valeria_M, Dec 2025
Natalia is an excellent guide and the driving was good. The entire experience was fabulous, I am very glad that we included the boat tour.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Valeria, Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy you enjoyed the magnificent scenery and that Natalia helped make your experience even more special. We're glad you chose to include the boat tour! Tangol Tours

Optional boat tour payment is double charge here, Tourist trap

Aysen_N, Dec 2025
You will be charged additional usd 65 when booked the boat tour via viator with them. Just get your own ticket of boat tour there. in the park the boat tour will be only 63k pesos. And when reached out via viatour, no reward or no partial refund was offered.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear you were disappointed with the boat tour pricing. The boat safari can sometimes be available at a lower price when purchased on the day of travel, as local operators may offer last-minute promotions to fill any remaining seats. However, booking in advance guarantees your place on the excursion, while waiting to purchase locally always carries the risk of it being sold out. We always strive to offer the best possible rates while providing the convenience and peace of mind of having your reservation confirmed before your trip. We appreciate your comments and hope you still enjoyed the unforgettable experience of visiting Perito Moreno Glacier. Tangol Tours

Best way to see the Glacier

GaryMitchell, Nov 2025
Well paced , knowledgeable and friendly guide, confident in completing tour in English and Spanish and as we were the only 2 English speaker we were not left out or wondering things Analia was fabulous and ensured we saw the most we could weather permitting , take clothes for every weather , we had bright sunshine , 90kmph winds , rain and sleet . But the weather just enhanced the experience

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour with Analia. Thanks for choosing us, we hope to see you again! Tangol Tours

Fantastic trip

Nabil_A, Oct 2025
Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride: Worth Every Moment The full-day trip to Perito Moreno is an essential Patagonian experience, and the added boat navigation transforms it from amazing to truly unforgettable. After exploring the extensive network of boardwalks, which offer breathtaking panoramic views of the glacier's 240-foot face, the one-hour boat ride provides a crucial, up-close perspective. Sailing into the Canal de los Témpanos, you feel the glacier's immense scale and hear the powerful, thunderous cracks as massive chunks of ice calve and crash into the water—a spectacle you might miss from the land. The sheer blue color of the ice seen from the water is mesmerizing, offering photo opportunities that are completely different from the walkways. This combination of land views and water proximity ensures you capture the full majesty of this actively growing natural wonder. It’s an easy, well-organized, and awe-inspiring day that is highly recommended.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Nabil! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience at Perito Moreno Glacier. The boat ride truly adds a special touch to an already breathtaking day. We hope to welcome you again for another Patagonian adventure!

Not to miss place and good tour operator.

Suhas_G, Apr 2025
It is the great place. The tour was well organised. Guide was great. Everything was perfect. Life time experience

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Suhas! We’re delighted you had such a great experience and that everything went smoothly. The Perito Moreno Glacier truly is a once-in-a-lifetime sight — we’re happy to have shared it with you!

A great and unforgettable day out if a bit expensive

Paul_H, Apr 2025
The Glacier National Park is definitely unmissable and is an exciting and fantastic day trip. Whilst our guide was really cheerful and pleasant and gave us some interesting info on the glacier, and we also stopped at some nice places to take photos of it from a distance, it was rather a lot of money to pay for what was a convenient bus ride. A smart bus though. But unless you hire a car your travel options are very limited! Note you pay for the national park entry yourself using cash only (pesos only accepted) or you can pay on line via the national parks website. It's around $42 US on conversion. But you can pay for the boat trip at the quayside in cash or by credit card.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Paul, for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the day and found the experience unforgettable. We appreciate your honest input and hope the beauty of the glacier made it all worthwhile.

It is wonderful trip....

Stella_L, Feb 2025
It is wonderful trip. With pick up at hostel, very convenient. We have trouble with get national park tickets online. Our guide help us resolve it. The whole trip is smooth.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Stella! We’re so glad you found the trip convenient and enjoyable. We hope to host you again in Patagonia!

Good value: drive to glacier with independent time to explore

Gaurav_S, Feb 2025
Drive to a scenic view. Very touristy but that’s to be expected. Got about 2 hours to independently explore the area and park with informative guide

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Gaurav! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour. Your feedback helps us keep offering flexible and valuable experiences.

Good day trip to visit glacier from El Calafate

Ning_L, Jan 2025
Well prepared, well communicated! The guide Anita is very knowledgeable in the area and tells us lots about the national park, lakes and glaciers

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Ning! We’re delighted to hear you had such a good day visiting the glacier. Anita will be very happy to know her knowledge and passion made your experience even better. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again in Patagonia! Tangol Tours

A perfect day at Perito Moreno glacier

Fabian_W, Jan 2025
Everything worked out as promised. We had a perfect day. Pablo our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. The bus was very comfortable and we had plenty of space The trip to Perito Moreno glacier is awesome and very impressive

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you, Fabian! We’re thrilled to know everything went as promised and that you enjoyed a perfect day with us. Pablo and the team work hard to make every trip comfortable and unforgettable — we’ll make sure to share your kind words with him. We hope to see you again soon! Tangol Tours

Lovely, but overpriced...

Valerie_C, Jan 2025
Lovely, but overpriced for what it is and park fees on top. Could be longer as it was rushed. However the admin team (Melany) and guide of Huella del Sur were excellent and very accommodating

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Valerie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're sorry to hear that you felt the tour was rushed and that the cost did not fully meet your expectations. We would like to mention that the tour price is in line with local rates and the services included. In some cases, as clearly stated prior to booking, entrance fees to national parks are not included, as they are managed directly by local authorities and may vary depending on the visitor's nationality. Regarding the duration, we follow set itineraries designed to make the most of the available time without compromising logistics or service quality. However, we truly understand your point of view and greatly appreciate your suggestions, which help us continue to improve. We're especially pleased to hear your kind words about our team, particularly Melany and the agency. We strive to offer warm, well-organized, and professional service, and it’s an honor to know that this aspect stood out during your experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide an even more satisfying experience. Best regards, Tangol Tours

Great lookout and boat experience with views of the glacier

Johad_E, Dec 2024
Incredible experience. Our guide, Martin, was very knowledgeable and shared so many facts with us with positive energy throughout. For those that didn’t want/could find mini-trekking, this is a worthwhile alternative. Although you don’t walk on the ice, you’re able to see the glaciers from different vantage points (boat ride was great).

Gorgeous Glacier

MaryAnne_F, Sep 2024
Amazing tour! The glacier is absolutely stunning! Highly recommend the boat tour to be able to see it up close! Nati was the best tour guide I’ve had - shared all her tips and tricks for making the most of the tour and having the first and best views!

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the glacier and the boat tour for that close-up experience. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Nati—it's wonderful to hear she made the tour even better. Hope to see you again soon!

Fully recommend this tour. Absolutely spectacular.

FRANCES_J, Sep 2024
We were picked up from our hotel on time. The bus was nice and clean and comfortable. Driver was good and our tour guide was excellent. Explained exactly what to expect and shared about Perito Moreno. And amazing day.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your great review! We’re glad to hear you had a comfortable and enjoyable experience with the timely pick-up, clean bus, and informative guide. It sounds like you had an amazing day!

Spectacular glacier and great guide

Celia_T, Jun 2024
We loved visiting the perito moreno glacier! Our guide was really good and offered information about the glacier and the region, also the flora, on our way to the glacier. Note that you can pay for entry to the park online and not only in cash; just do it while you have WiFi or cell service because there is no service at the station ask entrance. Sometimes they allow payment in credit card at the entrance via a machine but it seems like it does not always work. The glacier itself is spectacular. We went in winter (June) and it was cloudy to start but the clouds gradually lifted and we had amazing views. We were supposed to do the boat tour as well but it was canceled due to fog and we were promptly refunded that part of the cost. Highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your great review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Perito Moreno Glacier and that your guide shared useful information. Sorry the boat tour was canceled, but glad the refund was prompt. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again soon!

Great

SOHEI_O, Apr 2024
The tour was great. Could have been even better if there were more information about the gracier, history etc.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. We appreciate your suggestion about including more information on the glacier's history and details—it’s something we’ll certainly consider to enhance the experience. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Great day at Perito Moreno

Gordon_D, Mar 2024
Guide was nice and the driver was great! However, the value for the price was not there. While the guide was super nice and engaging on the way to the glacier including sharing great history and biological information, etc., it was essentially just a shuttle to the glacier where everyone wondered around on their own and were picked up a few hours later. There were many other bus services there around 50-60% cheaper which did the same (perhaps with a little less interaction/guides.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your honest feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the guide and driver, and that you appreciated the historical and biological information shared during the journey. We understand your concern about the overall value and would like to mention that our tours are conducted with smaller minivans, not large buses with 40+ people, allowing for a more personalized and intimate experience. We appreciate you pointing out the price difference with other services, and your input helps us improve. We hope to welcome you again and provide a more satisfying experience next time!

More of a transport than a guided tour. Not worth $372 for two.

ash_g, Mar 2024
The bus was 45 minutes late to my hotel. The hostess did apologize. Otherwise, this was more a transportation than a guided tour. We were left at the glacier to walk on our own and regather at 2pm. For 372 US dollars, they need to do a lot better.

Response from Host, May 2024

Hello, Thank you for your comment. We are sorry this tour did not meet your expectations to the fullest. We will try and improve this tour experience in the future. Best regards

Go on your own

Mark_R, Feb 2024
I usually dismiss low reviews as bitter people, but I feel compelled to share our experience. Coming for the first time I didn’t want to disappoint my family so I decided this tour would be a good option. If you have a rental car you can make this easy drive from El Calafate. Your time at the glacier is all self guided. You can book your own boat tour. We spent a lot of money for a bid ride and a guide who didn’t share any information of interest. Don’t fall for this

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Dear Mark, We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us, even though it didn't meet your expectations. We understand your disappointment and would like to clarify that our guide's role is primarily that of a coordinator to ensure assistance during the tour rather than providing detailed information. However, we take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our services. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide a better experience. Best regards, Tangol Tours.

Highly Over Priced

Ricardo_C, Jan 2024
The trip and service were good, except that it was highly overpriced. Accidentally, I made another reservation for the Perito Moreno Glacier trip with a boat trip and hotel pick-up through another agency. This was priced higher by over $100. Before the cancellation due dates, upon reviewing the activities, I was led to believe that this higher-priced option offered more, and seeking to maximize our experience, we opted for this one and canceled the previous booking. It turned out that this option offered nothing more than what the other agency provided (which also delivered good service with the other activity we booked with them during this trip). A hotel pick-up to the Perito Moreno Glacier, where they left us for 2-3 hours, followed by a drive to the boat ride and then ride back to our hotel. I tried filing for Viator's lowest price guarantee, providing the link and snapshots from the other experience provider with their offered price and itinerary, but they just came back to me saying the tour operator states that this is how it should be priced. So if you want to save your money big time, do a little more research.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Ricardo_C, We sincerely appreciate your detailed feedback on your recent experience with our tour service. We understand your concern regarding the price of the Perito Moreno Glacier tour. We regret any confusion that arose regarding the price comparison between our offer and that of another agency. It is important to keep in mind that prices may vary depending on a number of factors, such as availability, quality of service, additional inclusions and logistics. Our goal is to provide exceptional experiences to our clients at the best possible value. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our services and internal processes. Best regards, Tangol Tours

Stupendous view, alll-around excellent tour!

Cathy_S, Jan 2024
Our guide (Nadia was her name I think) was amazing. So informative and spoke English so well. She shared so much interesting information with us, and answered any questions we had. She also gave us great tips about other things to see and do (not selling anything). Also it was so convenient to have a pick up at our hotel with a drop-off close by. Since we are over 65, we could not walk on the glacier, so this tour turned out to be an outstanding alternative with so many ways to view the glacier. I would highly recommend it!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Dear Cathy, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. It's wonderful to hear that despite age restrictions preventing you from walking on the glacier, our tour provided an excellent alternative with multiple viewing options. We look forward to welcoming you back on another memorable tour in the future! Best regards, Tangol Tours.

Perito Moreno

Natalie_R, Dec 2023
If you have your own ride, do this one on your own. The facility picks you up and takes you to the national park (the park fee isn’t included with the tour). Then a boat ride that is only for one hour to the glacier and then they drive you back to the hotel. We paid $800 for 4 people. We could’ve definitely done this on our own and saved some money and enjoyed more time at the site. The national park is definitely worth seeing however the tour isn’t necessary in my opinion.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Dear Natalie, Thank you for your review. We regret to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations in terms of value and time spent at the site. Please note that our tour description clearly states that park fees are not included in the price. However, your feedback about the structure and pricing is valuable to us, and we will consider it as we strive to improve our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide a more satisfying experience. Warm regards, Tangol Tours.

The beautiful view of the...

Nury_M, Dec 2023
The beautiful view of the Glaciar, that was an amazing road at bus. Argentina surprised me with every thing

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Dear Nury, It's a pleasure for us to know that you had such a wonderful time in Argentina. We hope to see you soon for another adventure! Kind regards, Tangol Tours.

Nice but too expensive

Walter_A, Dec 2023
The tour is nice, however far too expensive. You can get all this for a much lower price and probably also a nice tourguide and a driver that turns off the engine while waiting...

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