Adventure in El Calafate, trekking through the Perito Moreno glacier

Dare to do a minitrekking in the Perito Moreno Glacier! I lived the experience of walking on the glacier.

This unmissable experience begins in the “Bajo de las sombras” port, within the Los Glaciares National Park.

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and you will be able to enjoy the ice formations; learn about the flora, fauna and glaciology of the region; and, especially, on the phenomenon of rupture of the glacier.

Being a moderate walk, on an irregular but firm surface, it can only be done by people between 08 and 65 years old, due to its physical demands. Neither can pregnant women or people with reduced mobility, arthritis, prostheses, knee problems, meniscus problems, overweight people, or people with heart problems.

The activity does not include food, so you must bring your own lunch and a bottle of water (There is no possibility of buying food anywhere).

Itinerary

This unmissable experience begins in the “Bajo de las sombras” port, within the Los Glaciares National Park. There you will take a boat to cross the Brazo Rico, to the west coast. Once you have crossed, the guides will receive you to give you some details of the activity. In the refuge that is located there, you will be able to leave some of your belongings, as well as make use of the bathrooms.

Groups of up to 20 people will be formed, to make a 20-minute walk to the glacier and, once with the crampons on, the ascent to the ice begins.

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and you will be able to enjoy the ice formations; learn about the flora, fauna and glaciology of the region; and, especially, on the phenomenon of rupture of the glacier.

Stop At:

• Perito Moreno Glacier, Los Glaciares National Park Argentina
• Gray Line Argentina, El Calafate Argentina

Informacion Adicional
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Minimum age is 8"
"Maximum age is 65 due to age restrictions on the operator's insurance"
"Sports shoes or trekking boots and warm wool or cotton socks are highly recommended"
"Comfortable sportswear, long trousers, warm sweater or pile, water or windproof jacket, sun glasses, sun block and gloves are recommended"
"You must bring your own lunch"
"MUST provide passport number and date of birth in the special requirements fields when booking this tour"
"Please note that this excursion requires full day availability and cannot be combined with transfers to the airports at the same day"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 07:00 AM
Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: El Calafate, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Traveler pickup is offered
Tour departs from most El Calafate hotels

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• 60 minute walk in the forest (round trip)
• 40 minutes of sailing off the south face
• 90 minutes on the ice
• Ice walking crampons
• Round trip transfers from your lodging in El Calafate
• Guide in Spanish and English

Not Included

• Lunch and bottle of water (you must bring your own)
• Optional Gratuities
• Entrance fee (Mastercard is not accepted, you can pay in cash or visa card in Argentine pesos)

Facilities